Tasman Island Eco-Cruise
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Port
Port Arthur, Australia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$219.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Take Robert Pennicott's award-winning three-hour coastal wilderness cruise along the spectacular coastline between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur. You will see Australia's highest sea cliffs, enter deep sea caves, and join the search for abundant sea and coastal wildlife such as seals, dolphins and sea birds.
Robert's custom-built boat is ideal for viewing the spectacular coastline and wildlife with covered open-air seating providing an excellent all-round view and connection with the environment.
One of the highlights of the cruise is Tasman Island -- a great landmark of the Southern Ocean. Its slender white lighthouse is still a beacon for seafarers entering Storm Bay, including during the famous annual Sydney-to-Hobart Yacht Race.
Few places on Earth boast such a rich variety of marine wildlife and seabirds. The Continental Shelf runs close to Tasman Island, and an upwelling of nutrients from the ocean's depths creates a buffet for all the creatures in the complex food chain of the sea, from plankton and birdlife -- such as albatross -- to sharks, dolphins and southern right whales.
Notes:
Minimum age is 3 years. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Conditions can be cool and windy; bring a scarf, gloves and a warm, windproof jacket. Participants must have a degree of agility to (dis)embark the boat and be in good physical condition. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Ride will be bumpy. Guests who are pregnant or have a heart, back or neck condition are not allowed to participate. The route is dependent on weather conditions and is subject to change. Guests who suffer from motion sickness should consider this before booking and/or take appropriate medication.