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On the purpose-built Spirit of the Wild, the voyage crosses Macquarie Harbour to pass through Hells Gate, the narrow entrance into the Southern Ocean.
Complete your visit to Strahan and this rugged part of Tasmania with a wilderness cruise. Gordon River Cruises gives you the rare opportunity to experience the UNESCO Tasmanian World Heritage Wilderness Area from the water it is one of the most fascinating activities you can do when you visit Strahan.
The crew at Gordon River Cruises know the secrets of the majestic river as well as Macquarie Harbour, and they delight in sharing their knowledge of the land, river and local history with you. You will be given an amazing opportunity to explore the wilderness of the West Coast as we cruise up the Gordon River and take a walk through the untamed temperate rainforest of the Franklin - Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
Gordon River Cruises have two magnificent vessels that were specially built with the environment and your comfort in mind: the Lady Jane Franklin II and MV Sophia.
The stately Lady Jane Franklin II is 32 metres in length and carries up to 212 passengers including seats on the Main Deck and impressive Captain's Premier Upper Deck. She is well equipped to take you gliding across Macquarie Harbour and through Hells Gates into the Southern Ocean.
The MV Sophia takes a more intimate 11 passengers and is perfect for fishing charters and small tours of the area, including the spectacular Bonnet Island Experience.
Come and join us for an unforgettable wilderness cruise on Tasmania's West Coast.
24 Esplanade, Strahan, TAS, 7468, Australia
Coming to Strahan from the north west (Zeehan, Cradle Mountain, Burnie, L'ton) just stay on that main road and continue into the Esplanade until you reach the main township. We are located on the main wharf (right hand side) in the Activity Centre. Coming into Strahan from the south (Queenstown, Lake St Clair, Hobart) turn left past the IGA supermarket and travel down the hill, turn left at the round a bout at the bottom of the hill. We are in the Activity Centre, main door, main building on the wharf. From the West Coast Visitor Information and Booking Centre, The Esplanade, Strahan, turn right we are 250 metres along the water front.
Cancellation or no show by passengers on day of travel - no refund
Cancellation on the day before - 20% cancellation fee
Cancellation by passengers earlier than above - full refund