River Derwent Lunch Cruise: Scenic 5-Hour Journey

Embark on a 5-hour lunch cruise along the River Derwent starting from Hobart. As you navigate into the d’Entrecasteaux Channel, dolphins will escort you to the clear waters of Peppermint Bay. With a view of the scenic Bruny Island, the Peppermint Bay Hotel offers an ideal spot to savor your delightful lunch by the water’s edge.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Peppermint Bay Day Cruises - A long-time favourite of locals, and ‘trip highlight’ for those that visit from afar, Peppermint Bay is best experienced as part of our Epicurean Cruise which departs from Brooke Street Pier in Hobart.
    Departing Hobart at 10.30am, the journey inboard Peppermint Bay II (our fully enclosed, comfortable catamaran) takes…
What's Included
  • Transport by luxury catamaran
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
  • Infant meals not included
  • Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, and Lactose-free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date of travel or full refund
Location
12 Franklin Whrf
Franklin Wharf
Check in at Brooke Street Pier Peppermint Bay Desk at 10.100am
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lynqperth
Feb 14, 2025
Fantastic experience - We loved every minute of this cruise. Wonderful views towards the mountains and gained a great overview of the city . Very comfortable seating and the staff were outstanding - so friendly and helpful. Lunch was delicious and courses well spaced out. Such a range of flavours. Good to sample Tasmanian wines and beers. Highly recommend this trip.
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Harshul_g
Jan 1, 2025
A relaxing fun cruise to... - A relaxing fun cruise to unwind and just enjoy your wine and food :) If you are looking for just a short trip - this is a perfect one!
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Jenny_i
Nov 26, 2024
Perfection - Great boat, staff lovely and lunch was perfect Captain gave commentary which was informative. Restaurant was beautifully located with view of bay. Menu was delicious
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Novsue
Oct 28, 2024
Simply the best 😃 - Simply the best. Extremely organised from the moment your on the boat. Absolutely amazing staff and amazing lunch. We enjoyed every minute. Highly recommend this one 😃😃😃
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Elizabeth_m
Oct 21, 2024
Wonderful Peppermint Bay Cruise - Glorious weather, calm waters, viewing the Alum Cliffs and the Iron Pot lighthouse all made our trip to Peppermint Bay Hotel and Woodbridge memorable. The hotel itself and the fabulous three course meal were the icing on the cake.
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Sandra_h
Sep 8, 2024
Amazing - Very memorable experience. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Lunch was amazing. I would highly recommend this cruise
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Chris_s
Apr 27, 2024
The perfect day out for any occasion - We couldn't have wished for a nicer day. Beautiful clear blue sky, temperature a comfortable 20 degrees and calm waters. The cruise from Hobart to Peppermint Bay was fantastic with magnificent views along the Derwent River and along the d'Entrecasteaux Channel enjoying a couple of glasses of sparkling wine. The lunch at Peppermint Bay was outstanding. Delicious, plated beautifully and very generous servings. The staff were friendly, outgoing and all excellent. We saw a couple of seals on the way down but no dolphins or whales this time. When we arrived back in Hobart I realized to my horror that I'd left my glasses at the restaurant. I went to speak to the staff to get a contact number to ring only to discover the staff had spotted my glasses and brought them onto the boat and kept them safe until I came looking for them. A fortunate end to a perfect day
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Craig_b
Apr 21, 2024
Amazing Experience Again! Same time Next Year! - Excellent, polite and courteous Staff. Well informed and interesting commentary from the Cruise Captain. Supurb Menu at Peppermint Bay.
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Raimodouglasl
Mar 30, 2024
Just simply a great day out. - Brilliant day out on a 5hr cruise down the Channel, with a wonderful 3 course meal included at the Peppermint Bay Restaurant. The food was excellent and very generous serving sizes.
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Timothy_s
Nov 29, 2024
Peppermint Bay 29/11 - Crew were good but lunch was not very good. Slightly overcooked and an unusual change from our previous visit.
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