Coral Expeditions

Day 1 Hobart and Derwent River The ship leaves Hobart via the Derwent River, from where you take a last look at the city skyline and the Tasman Bridge. During the welcome aperitif, you sail through the D'Entrecasteaux Channel to Barnes Bay, where you spend the night.

Day 2 Woodbridge and Huon Tasmania is renowned for its high-quality food. In the afternoon you visit the Grandvewe Cheeses cheesery, where the producer tells you about his daily work and how his cheeses are made. At the Woodbridge Marine Center you learn fascinating facts about the region’s underwater world. Discover the Huon River and the little town of Franklin, and visit the Wooden Boat School before continuing to South East Cape, the southernmost point of the island.

Day 3 Recherce Bay Aboard the Coral Expeditions ship, you head towards Recherce Bay. Enjoy a beach walk along the South Coast Track to the Cockle Creek statue, a reminder of the region’s hunting history.

Day 4 Bruny Island and Adventure Bay The cruise continues along the south coast to Bruny Island, Cloudy Bay, the historic Cape Bruny lighthouse and the Friars, home to a large sea lion colony. You drop anchor in Adventure Bay, where you can relax on the beach, take a guided walk through the subtropical forest or visit the Blight Museum. The voyage then continues towards the Tasman Peninsula and the glorious Wineglass Bay, accompanied by a wine tasting.

Day 5 Freycinet National Park Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay are another highlight of the trip. Early risers can join the guided walk to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, which offers a magnificent view of Mt Freycinet and the bay. After breakfast you have the chance to explore one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Day 6 Maria Island Discover charming Maria Island, a protected natural paradise. The island is home to numerous endemic animals such as wallabies, kangaroos and Tasmanian devils. You also explore the historic ruins and the rock carvings on the cliffs.

Day 7 Tasman National Park The voyage continues along the spectacular coast of Tasman National Park, whose cliffs rise up to 300 metres high. You are very likely to spot sea lions, dolphins and albatrosses.

Day 8 Port Arthur Historic Site Another highlight of your trip is a visit to Port Arthur, a World Heritage Site. On a tour of the former Australian penal colony, an archaeologist takes you ‘behind the scenes’.