Cataract Gorge Cruise: Historical Riverfront Tour with Silent Electric Drive Experience

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Launceston

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Experience the beauty and history of Launceston’s riverfront on a Cataract Gorge Cruise. Sail past Kings Wharf and Seaport, then enjoy a silent electric drive into the stunning Cataract Gorge. Learn about the area’s fascinating history from the knowledgeable skipper.

Duration: 50 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Cataract Gorge - Includes captivating commentary. Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston’s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston’s spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston’s unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable…

What's Included

Live historical commentary on areas visited

Additional Information

Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston’s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston’s spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston’s unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award…

Location

Tamar River Cruises

Home Point Parade

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Jon_d

Oct 26, 2024

Search of the Tamar ship wrecks - Took grand children who were fascinated. Commentary was excellent. A great activity to do in Launceston parked near playground and car museum a nice short walk and no parking fees. Visited Car museum while there as well.

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Veronica_f

Jun 10, 2024

Enjoyable leisurely cruise - Hearing the stories of the history and development of the Gorge and river. The view of the Gorge was beautiful and enough time for photos.

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Joffs2014

May 14, 2024

Enjoyable cruise - Very enjoyable, comfortable and humorous cruise. Skipper related with all passengers, friendly and commentary light and informative. Loved it.

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O1488bweileenb

Oct 17, 2023

Enjoyable outing - Thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and Tim’s info on the area. Great to see the views from the water. Thanks. Eileen

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Rachelfv8252bh

Aug 29, 2023

Short and sweet cruise - We spent a wonderful 50 minutes cruising the Tamar River today. Our guide Josh was an absolute legend and informative. Thoroughly enjoyed the short cruise up to the Gorge and back

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Nichole_r

Dec 22, 2022

The breathtaking Gourge - That we were able to climb right up and get a better view of the gourge. Also my two cousins went on the chair lift across it. The gushing water. The boat ride was very entertaining as the operator gave us a detailed account of past events.

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Heather_m

Oct 25, 2022

Captain was entering and... - Captain was entering and recommended this short river cruise. For price it's well worth. It. Launceston is simply beautiful cradle mountain a must see. Totally amasing.

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G4georgesydney

Feb 6, 2023

A Gorge is a gorge is a gorge ! - This was a very pleasant way to spend a couple of hours on the water and the scenery is quite exquisite, but a Gorge is a Gorge is a Gorge ! Really appreciated that the captain was informative and knowledgeable about the area and offered some interesting insights into its history . Recommended absolutely even though I come from a country full of Gorges.

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