Explore Tasmania’s southern coast on an 8-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer, starting and ending in Hobart. Travel through World Heritage wilderness at Port Davey, Melaleuca Inlet, and rugged southern shores. Walk coastal tracks on South Bruny Island, discover wildlife-rich Maria Island, and hike Freycinet National Park to Wineglass Bay. Cruise past Schouten Island, swim in clear bays, and explore dramatic sea cliffs at Fortescue Bay. Visit the historic Port Arthur site with expert guides and gain insight into Tasmania’s convict and maritime history. Daily shore landings, kayaking, guided walks, and small-ship access create a hands-on journey into Tasmania’s wild landscapes and cultural heritage.
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Check in by 4:00 pm, board Coral Discoverer, and get oriented in your stateroom. Tour onboard amenities, then meet the captain and expedition team on deck for welcome drinks as the ship departs Hobart at 5:00 pm.
Port Davey
Explore Tasmania’s remote southwest at Port Davey, part of a World Heritage–listed landscape of mountains and calm inlets. Navigate the exposed coastline by ship, paddle protected bays, and trek Mount Beattie or Mount Milner for elevated views. Step ashore at Melaleuca Inlet, follow the Needwonee boardwalk, and watch for endangered orange-bellied parrots.
Adventure Bay – South Bruny Island
Walk along South Bruny Island’s Fluted Cape and observe Bennett’s wallabies among steep dolerite headlands. Visit Adventure Bay to examine remnants of historic whaling operations and follow coastal paths leading toward Grass Point.
Maria Island
Move through Maria Island’s wildlife refuge, home to wombats, pademelons, Cape Barren geese, and Forester kangaroos. Wander the preserved Darlington convict settlement, then view the Painted Cliffs or choose the Fossil Cliffs route or Reservoir Circuit.
Freycinet National Park
Hike the well-known trail overlooking Wineglass Bay and access its curved white-sand shoreline. Travel through the granite Hazards, identify native plant and animal species, and swim in sheltered waters. Sail past Schouten Island and along Freycinet’s ancient pink granite coastline.
Port Arthur & Fortescue Bay
Tour the World Heritage–listed Port Arthur Historic Site with specialist guides. Continue to Fortescue Bay when conditions permit, tackling the Cape Hauy Track or entering clear coastal waters. Take in high sea cliffs while learning about Tasmania’s convict history and maritime heritage.
Day 8: Hobart | Disembark
1 Breakfast
The Tasmania adventure concludes in Hobart this morning as you bid farewell to new-found friends, the Master and crew, disembarking at 8:00am. A complimentary transfer is provided to CBD hotels, or the airport is included.
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Main Deck B
Averaging 195 sq. ft. Three cabins located on the Main Deck, equipped with twin portholes, desk, sofa, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
Main Deck A
Averaging 195 sq. ft. Six cabins located on the Main Deck, equipped with twin porthole windows, desk, sofa, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
Promenade Deck B
Averaging 160 sq. ft. Four cabins located on the Promenade Deck, equipped with picture windows, desk, telephone and Junior King bedding.
Promenade Deck A
Averaging 195 sq. ft. Eighteen cabins located on the Promenade Deck, equipped with picture windows, sofa, desk, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
Bridge Deck
Averaging 195 sq. ft. Five cabins located on the Bridge Deck, equipped with picture windows, sofa, desk, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
Notes
Solo Travelers:
Solo cabin occupancy is limited and based on availability in Promenade Deck B cabins only. Single supplement is an additional 50%.
Important Fare Information:
Rates are posted based off of the current exchange rates from Australian or New Zealand Dollars. Please contact us for current exchange rates.
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
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