About this tour
Board Spirit of the Wild for a 6-hour journey into Tasmania's World Heritage wilderness from Strahan. Electric motors let you glide silently up the Gordon River, spotting reflections off glassy water that drew the tour its 2018 award. A chef prepares lunch aboard, and dedicated guides contextualise the landscape's geological and human layers. Being first on the water most mornings gives genuine advantage—fewer boats means clearer sightings and quieter moments in this remote gorge.
Highlights
- Silent electric-motor cruising on pristine Gordon River
- Chef-prepared buffet lunch included on morning departures
- 360° viewing deck captures river reflections and wilderness
- Dedicated guides share geological and Indigenous histories
- Hybrid hull design minimises environmental footprint
What to expect
You'll board a purpose-built vessel designed for minimal impact, then spend hours drifting upriver through old-growth forest and quartzite cliffs. The electric motors mean actual quiet—no engine drone, just water sounds and bird calls. Lunch happens mid-cruise in a dining area with proper facilities. Guides work the decks with maps and photographs, pointing out specific geological features and connecting you to the area's deeper stories. Deck space is generous; the upper 360° level gives unobstructed views. Bring layers and a camera with a good zoom; morning light on water is the draw.
Good to know
Main Deck only is wheelchair accessible; Upper Deck is not. Drinks cost extra unless you book Premier Upper Deck. Infants travel free if they don't occupy a seat. No gratuities included. Public transport gets you to Strahan; the wharf is near town.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.