Half-Day Sailing on the Derwent River from Hobart

Sightseeing  :  Australia  :  Tasmania  :  Hobart  :  Sailing Trips

Enjoy a three-hour sailing adventure in a luxury ocean racer on Hobart's Derwent River. See nature at its best, with stunning coastal scenery and an abundance of marine life and wildlife. Grind the winches and trim the sails or relax and take in your surrounds. Gourmet Tasmanian treats will be served for morning or afternoon tea, along with stories of the high seas. Become a seasoned ‘salty’ as you enjoy a three-hour sail on one of the world's largest and most beautiful natural harbors, with spectacular views of Hobart and Mt Wellington. Grind the winches, trim the sails or just relax and watch the scenery pass by. Sail toward the Iron Pot lighthouse that stands guard at the entrance of the Derwent River, and keep a lookout for dolphins, seals and other marine life as you tack across the water.

Enjoy the best of Tasmania’s gourmet produce with a delicious morning or afternoon tea, while the skipper regales you with stories of the high sea.

Any time is a great time to go sailing. A morning sail is available from October to March, departing at 9am. From April to September an afternoon sail is available, departing from 2pm.