Private Tour

Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

Overview

Available languages

German

Chinese

English

French

6 hours

Mobile ticket

World Heritage Cruises is a local family owned and operated cruise located in Strahan, Tasmania’s beautiful and rugged west coast, where you will cruise into the World Heritage listed South West wilderness.

On-board the 35mtr catamaran ‘Harbour Master’ enjoy the natural and historic features of Tasmania's West Coast – Including Hells Gates, an array of aquaculture farms, a Sarah Island convict settlement guided tour and two hours of cruising the Gordon River where you disembark for a stroll through the rainforest to explore the Unesco listed World Heritage South West Wilderness.

Cruises depart the Strahan Wharf 9am daily returning at 3pm, a superb lunch of Tasmanian produce is freshly prepared on-board and is included during the cruise.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infant 2-4yrs seating available in Main Deck Centre seating only

cruises not available Christmas day or 15 July to 15 August

Wheelchair accessible on the main deck only

Your boarding tickets will be held at the booking office next to the vessel for collection 30 min prior to your departure

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Service animals must have identification as we are in a World Heritage area

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

World Heritage Cruises

9am daily your cruise departs Strahan Your first point of interest is Hells Gates, the narrow-channel entrance from the wild Southern Ocean to Macquarie Harbour. Continue along the harbour to see aquaculture pens stocked with thousands of ocean trout and Atlantic salmon. Your first stop off the boat is Sarah Island, a one hour guided tour on the island conveys a keen appreciation of the harsh conditions at what was Tasmania's first and perhaps most notorious penal settlement. Step back on-board and while enjoying your lunch you will cruise slowly along the majestic Gordon River and rediscover serenity while gliding deep into the ancient rainforest. Disembark at Heritage Landing for a stroll along the boardwalk through the Unesco listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and see the hushed, lichen-covered rainforest and one of its oldest inhabitants a 2000-year-old Huon Pine tree. Board once more and sit back and relax while you make your journey back to Strahan.

6 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Gordon River rainforest boardwalk

Local on-board Guides

Live commentary by the skipper and video's on the history

Main deck seating includes lunch

Upper deck seating includes lunch and morning tea

A Sarah Island Guided Tour

Drinks & Snacks can be purchased on-board

Hotel pickup and drop-off N/A

Options

Main Deck Window Seating

All forward facing recliner seating in rows of 2 on the main deck windows, includes a lunch freshly prepared on-board daily

Main Deck Centre Seating

Seating on the main deck in the centre around a tables, includes lunch freshly prepared on-board daily

Upper Deck Centre Seating

All forward facing recliner seating in rows of 2 in the upper deck centre, includes lunch, a beverage and morning tea

Reviews

4.85

1,195 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1051

118

Great cruise!
Cindy R,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great experience while visiting Strahan. We had Sarah from the Round Earth Co. who do the play in the evening as our guide on Sarah Island. Definitely recommend doing the play in the evening after the cruise.
Excellent customer service!
jiahual2026,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent customer service! From getting the onboard ticket, greeting and sitting, landing and touring, captain is so nice to broadcast , answer the question and take a photo with him!
A Majestic part of Australia
Graham J,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
When in Tassie if you're seeking a majestic experience - then you must do a Gordon River cruise out of Strahan. The cruise from the boat (Harbour Master ll), seating, staff both at the reception & onboard to the 6hour cruise in now an etched memory for me. The Gordon River & its surrounds are pristine in beauty - but it all comes with history & stories dating back to the convicts arriving in the 1820s'. This trip is a must do. I'll be returning again.
Our 5 Star experience!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Companion783045,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our kids gifted us this cruise for our 40th wedding anniversary. We had no idea what to expect It was incredible! We loved every minute, the seating arrangements, the cleanliness of the catamaran, the friendly, helpful staff, the interesting commentary, the lunch provided and the amazing surrounds with all the natural beauty!! We learnt about the penal colony on Sarah's island and the Huon pine logging history. Highly recommend this trip to everyone!! Thankyou World Heritage Cruises!!
Brilliant knowledgeable day out. With lots of food!
lyndamO5703WA,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic day out with a brilliant crew and lots of historical information. Lunch was delicious and very filling. Coffee and tea cost extra.
Honeymoon revisit 50 years later
Arlo255093,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent cruise with plenty of commentary about the areas history comfortable chairs and the meal provided was very good There is plenty of room to move round the boat with great viewing areas on each deck the stops and the island and the nature walk are well aorth doing as you learn more about our convict history All staff very friendly and helpful
A well oiled machine!
Nicole D,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you’re interested in European settlement history with a good dollop of First Nation history, conservation history, then you will really enjoy this tour.
Experience not to be missed!
timpN9534ZE,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very enjoyable. Scenery, food and tours were outstansing. Loved going up to watch the captain. Outstanding weather! Excellent value!!
Excellent Experience
R4484JGsarahm,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely experience. Large enough boat to handle a bit of turbulence. Excellent lunch - far better than i expected. Professional couteous staff. Really enjoyed the stop and tour at Sarah's Island. The cruise is six hours. I wish there had been a shorter option. Perhaps ending after Sarah's Island. But it is what it is!
Superb day on the river
T303YKannap,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Superb day on the river. The boat and experience were amazing! Informative and relaxing at the same time. An experience not to be missed.