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.
- 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.
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- 4-hour scenic cruise
- 2-hour stay on Maria Island
- Guided walk of Darlington convict settlement
- Dolphin watching
- Seal viewing (morning tea & coffee with Australian fur seals!)
- Whale watching
- Kangaroo viewing
- Wombat viewing
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Free Hobart shuttle bus transfer
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Complimentary single serve during lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Chilled water
- Orange juice
- Soda water
- Soft drinks
- Landing and/or facility fees
- Hotel pickup. Contact us directly for hotel pickups 0362571300. Additional $25 per person return.
Award winning day tour of Maria Island National Park to view seals, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos, eagles, wallabies, albatross and whales (during migration), famous geology and UNESCO convict history. Your tour will depart from Triabunna (approximately 1-hour and 15-minutes from Hobart). Includes a 4-hour scenic cruise of Maria Island with a 2-hour stay on the island. Lunch is provided with your tour as a beautiful selection of salad bowls from our cafe. Lunch will be enjoyed on the boat at anchor in a secluded bay. Local wines (Darlington Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc) and Tasmanian premium lager are also provided during lunch. A single serve is complimentary with your tour. Additional alcoholic drinks are $10 per serve. Cakes, water, tea, coffee, orange juice, soda water and soft drinks are also provided complimentary.
A free shuttle bus service is available for guests who require transport from Hobart! Please choose the Tour + Bus option when booking.
- Please choose the Tour + Bus option if you do require the Hobart shuttle bus.
- 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
- Maria Island 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 guests if required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.