The tour takes you across Macquarie Harbour (six times larger than Sydney Harbour) before entering the Gordon River.
The experience includes sweeping vistas of Macquarie Harbour, Hell's Gates (the harbour’s narrow entrance), aquaculture pens brimming with Atlantic salmon and Sarah Island, a ‘hell on earth’ to some of Van Diemen's Land's toughest convicts.
The island’s sweet name belies its notorious reputation and the one-hour tour through ruins of the penal settlement is sobering. But the Island has an intriguing twist in the tale, which is brought to life by energetic guides and will leave you smiling.
Two hours on the wide, brown Gordon River follows. The serenity of this timeless wilderness experience is rejuvenating and is the undoubted highlight of the cruise.
A stroll in ancient forests at Heritage Landing puts you shoulder-to-shoulder with Huon pine and myrtle trees more than 2,000 years old.
The buffet luncheon featuring locally grown smoked salmon completes the day and sets the scene for the relaxing journey home.
Seating onboard Eagle is allocated with the option of standard or premium seats, Passenger have access to the entire vessel with additional seating outside to enjoy the Heritage Morning Cruise.
Morning Heritage Cruise - Departs 0900, returns 1445 (daily). Heritage Afternoon Cruise: Departs 1500, returns 20.30 (January 1 to March 31 daily). Adults $85.00 to $110.00, Child (5 - 16 inclusive.) $45.00 to $60.00, Family $235.00 to $295.00. Gold Pass $130.00 Adult (includes buffet meal, glass of wine, two tea/coffee and Sarah Island information pack). No cruises Christmas Day or15th July to 15th August. Children under 5 free.
