Cataract Gorge Cruise: Stunning Views of Launceston's Riverfront Precinct & Historic Kings Wharf

Experience the beauty of Launceston’s riverfront precinct and historic Kings Wharf on a Cataract Gorge Cruise. Enjoy stunning views, comfortable seating, and captivating commentary on this unique and award-winning cruise.

Duration: 50 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
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 Launceton’s unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • On-board restrooms
  • Live commentary about the history of the areas visited
Additional Information

Enjoy a scenic cruise through the historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and the charming riverfront district of Launceston. The voyage’s pinnacle is an enthralling sail into Launceston’s breathtaking Cataract Gorge, powered by Lady Launceston’s distinct quiet electric drive. Witness the sheer cliffs from plush seating, relish unspoiled views aboard the…

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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X7109xenancyk
Dec 30, 2024
Awesome - Spectacular views. Well organized. James , the captain of the boat was very knowledgeable. Really enjoyed the experience
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Gab11fab
Dec 28, 2024
Highly recommend - A lovely, informative way to spend an hour. We were lucky with the weather. Highly recommend this tour. Note - go to the bathroom first.
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David_p
Dec 23, 2024
Visit cruising the Gorge - The tour was excellent. Our tour guide was very friendly & informative pointing out all the area’s of interest
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Anne_b
Dec 12, 2024
A great tour - Cataract Gorge is one of the most beautiful places. Our skipper, James, gave us a lot of great information about the Tamar Estuary and the gorge.
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Johnmt1374hu
Dec 6, 2024
Informative and short trip. - Very pleasant and easy cruise. Informative skipper (James) and the ticket office staff are very professional and friendly. A great way to get oriented in Launceston and discover the city region and walkways. Embarcation point, is close to downtown and well maintained.
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Warren_s
Dec 6, 2024
Great boat ride. - The boat ride was worth doing, staff very helpful giving us information along the ride. Time went so fast
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M
Oct 25, 2024
Highly recommend - A great 50mins on the water. Very relaxing and informative cruise, beautiful scenery, great captain, sun is shining, what more can you ask for! Highly recommend
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Pam_h
Jan 12, 2025
Going up Cataract - Short little trip up to see the gorge from a different perspective. Boat driver was friendly and made a few jokes. Commentary was interesting too
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W5676wcchrisj
Jan 2, 2025
Relaxing short cruise in the heart of Launceston - A quiet and gentle short (50 min) cruise to get the feel of the Tamar River, North and South Esk Rivers on Launceston's doorstep. The cruise starts with a toot of its horn and then turns in the pool of the North Esk, goes a short way up the Tamar to Kings Wharf, once the bustling heart of Launceston, now a shadow of its former self, then turns again to make its way up the cataract gorge with its towering dolorite walls. Although you are not able to get right up to the basin where there is a pool and chairlift over the river, you do get to see a fair bit of the gorge itself, the walkways either side and wave at the walkers. A good trip for families, less mobile people, or those short on time. Gentle and relaxing.
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Tony_n
Oct 24, 2024
Not really interested activity - The customer services is good! But its very boring to just sit on the boat and go one round. Not recommended this activity.
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