Maria Island Cruise: Experience Wildlife, Nature and History on a Guided Day Tour
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574 Ratings
Hobart
Embark on an award-winning day tour of Maria Island National Park and discover a world of wildlife, nature, and history. Spot seals, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos, and more on a scenic cruise, and explore UNESCO convict history on the island.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • East Coast Cruises - Award winning Cruise & Walk day tour of Tasmania’s stunning Maria Island National Park. The only tour to combine viewing wild seals, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos, Cape Barren geese, eagles, wallabies, albatross and whales (during migration) with World famous geological landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage convict history and lunch at a remote pristine beach. An amazing day tour from Hobart.

Rated the #1 tour company in Hobart on Tripadvisor!

The perfect tour for local, interstate and international visitors wanting to escape to nature, relax, unwind and come face to face with Australia’s iconic native animals and famous landscapes.

What's Included
  • 4-hour scenic cruise
  • Guided walk of Darlington convict settlement
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Wildlife watching: dolphins, seals, kangaroos, wombats, and whales
  • 2-hour stay on Maria Island
  • Inclusive meals: lunch + morning tea & coffee with Australian fur seals
  • Complimentary drinks: chilled water, orange juice, soda water, tea, and coffee
  • Snacks and complimentary single serve during lunch
  • Hotel shuttle bus pickups from Hobart
What's Not Included
  • Hotel shuttle bus (additional $30 per person return).
Additional Information

Join us on our honored daytime journey through Maria Island National Park, where you’ll witness sea lions, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos, eagles, wallabies, albatrosses, and migrating whales. Additionally, you’ll explore famed geology and UNESCO-listed prisoner history. The expedition begins from Triabunna, roughly 75 minutes from Hobart. The trip includes a 4-hour picturesque sail around Maria Island, with a 2-hour sojourn on the island itself. Lunch - a delightful assortment of salad bowls from our cafe - is included and will be relished on the anchored ship in a private cove. Local wines (including Darlington Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc) and premium Tasmanian lager are served during lunch, with one serving complimentary with your tour. Additional alcoholic beverages are priced at $6 per serving. Cakes, water, tea, coffee, orange juice, soda water, and sodas are also freely available.

  • Please book your Hobart shuttle bus separately by choosing the tour + bus option if you do require the pickup
  • Tours are subject to weather and minimum numbers
  • Tours are perfect for children and families!
  • The vessel is safe and comfortable and provides protection from the elements
  • The vessel has a comfortable on board toilet, which doubles as a change room for those wanting to swim
  • East Coast Cruises reserves the right to cancel departures at anytime and will refund the full amount of any monies paid by the customer.
  • Our 5-star tour is catered with drinks and optional food/lunch onboard
  • Designed and guided by professional scientists
  • Small and personalised tour groups. Maximum 24 people for room to move about the boat!
  • Waterproof jackets and pants available onboard the boat
  • Perfect for children
  • Seasickness tablets and wristbands provided to all guests if required
Location
Hobart
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Wander562379
May 13, 2024
Brilliant! - The whole day was so well planned and executed. From when to stop for views to meals. Excellent commentary. Very friendly staff … Michael and Zoe … who involved everybody personally. And of course magic views. Thanks for a brilliant day.
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P502mzjenniferg
May 4, 2024
Highly recommend - Highly recommend this trip. A full day of wonderful unique sights only to be seen from the boat and a good easy walk on Maria Island. Zoe certainly enhanced the experience with her knowledge. Great crew (Michael - skipper, who made the most of every opportunity for us to be able to see as much as possible, and Zoe). The morning tea and lunch was very good. Numbers are limited to a small group with which to share the experience with without feeling crowded.
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Alison_m
Apr 22, 2024
Fun, engaging, professional and great value - Our Skippers commentary was excellent, clear, engaging and very informative, loved the way some knowledge of geography makes the viewing of interesting rocks so much more . Milly our first mate ensured everyone was enjoying themselves , answered all our questions with a wealth of knowledge and served us a delicious fresh morning tea and lunch. It was a fun and her guided walk was thoroughly enjoyable.
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85alisonm
Apr 22, 2024
Professional , informative and great fun - We loved every minute of our time on this cruise, absolutely great value and super well organised and professional. Our skipper was as good at providing interesting facts and explanations as he was at managing the boat and Our experienced first mate Milly looked after us and took us on a great informative and easy walk around Darlington. The food was excellent and the company is very thoughtful about dietary requirements. A really great and memorable day out, thank you Maria Island tours!
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I7533njelizabethr
Apr 21, 2024
Must Do - They circumnavigate the island explaining the geologic wonders that you are seeing, and serve you lunch! What a deal! Also landed at Darlington for several hours to see the sights. We took the shuttle to and from Hobart. Holly gets a special shout out as our driver, drink and food server and super all around boat hand!! You Go Girl!
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Unmaniu
Apr 21, 2024
Wondrous Maria. - Other than a world class cruise to see mother nature’s glorious geology animals and birds, from pristine waters the guides Michael and Milly were just superb. Responsive to our collective fascination and wonder and serving our every physical need on a day I will remember all my life.
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Road08627805332
Apr 20, 2024
MUST DO !!! - Our day was SO GOOD. Michael and Millie were so knowledgeable, friendly and professional. The weather was kind, the wildlife abundant, and memories of dolphins following the boat will stay with me forever.
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Georgiek949
Apr 9, 2024
Maria Island...simply the best! - We recently did a cruise around Maria Island with Maria Island Cruises! We had the best day! A highlight of our tassie trip most definitely. Everything about the trip was fantastic! The knowledge shared by skipper Michael was unbelievable! He is so passionate about the Island and it's nature & history! The catering was outstanding. Beautifully presented and tasty food not just your ordinary cruise lunch food! The staff Millie & Rachel were very helpful and obliging in every way. Would definitely recommend and will do this cruise again when in Tasmania next! 💯 %👌👌
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Inspire299956
Apr 7, 2024
Way above expectations - I’ve been to Maria Island many times. Always had a great time. Never, however, done the circumnavigation cruise. It’s way above expectations. Not only the cruise itself but the knowledge of the crew and the top notch customer service. It’s worth every penny.
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B7759tyerinb
Apr 3, 2024
An absolute MUST! - Wow! This one is not to be missed. We took our three teenagers on this cruise and it was thoroughly enjoyed by both parents and teens. Beautiful is an understatement and the crew was relaxed, friendly and made it such an easy, enjoyable day for us. Nothing is too much trouble and they are so passionate about the environment and its history. The tour came recommended by a friend and I will be passing the recommendation on to all I know. Geology, so many animals, history, scenery, great food, wine, yummy treats, pristine waters.
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