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World Heritage Cruises
You will experience one of the most scenic and sought after cruises with one of Tasmania's largest eco-tourism cruise operators, local family owned and operated World Heritage Cruises. Located in Strahan, Tasmania, we offer cruises down the majestic Gordon River on our Heritage Morning Cruise. Enjoy the experience delivered by our brand new, 2020 first-class, purpose-built boat and our friendly, professional team on a Gordon River cruise.

Whether you choose to fly or cruise to Tasmania, be sure to cruise within Tasmania! Cruise past rugged mountains, cruise serenely down the Gordon River through the magnificent World Heritage Area. Spend two hours in the serenity of the imposing Gordon River, complete with a stroll into the rainforest, which reclaimed the land after the last Great Ice Age.
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We take pride in offering one of the best Strahan cruise over the Gordon River. We offer a value-for-money cruise, designed to provide full enjoyment of your World Heritage Tasmania Experience. Individual prepared meal included, served on trays to each customer (no queueing required) and includes all Tasmanian produce of cold meats, smoked salmon, salads, cheese & biscuits and bread roll.
World Heritage Cruises route takes you through Hells Gates, Liberty Point, Sarah Island, Gordon River and Heritage Landing which is the highlight of your cruise. The narrow entry from the wild Southern Ocean to Macquarie Harbour, named by the convicts on their way to the Hell on earth of Sarah Island.
Aboard your World Heritage Cruises take in breathtaking Gordon River scenery through our vessel's extra large windows, spacious layout and excellent seating. Gordon River scenery. All passengers have an allocated seat inside, with access to walk freely all over the vessel.

The new vessel, designed by Incat Crowther and constructed in Hobart by specialist aluminium shipbuilder, Richardson Devine Marine, is the culmination of many years of research and development by World Heritage Cruises operating on the Gordon River and Macquarie Harbour.
The night-time Lantern Tour of Sarah Island is only for the brave. Tales of fear and dread are brought to life on this dimly lit, blustery island with a dark convict history. Lashings of local whisky, locally brewed beer and other warm morsels keep the shivers at bay.

Join the talented crew from 'The Ship That Never Was' as they lead you around Tasmania's harshest convict settlement describing the fascinating past of this small island that lies seemingly in the middle of nowhere!Warm up from the inside out with a taste of Tasmanian whisky or gin, some locally brewed Strahan beer and a feast of delicious hot food.
The Gordon River is in a listed World Heritage Area and we are privileged to share with customers its breathtaking beauty. Tasmania is Australia's island State and is world-renowned for its unique wilderness areas. More than 40% of the State is protected in National Parks or reserves. Take in the breathtaking beauty through our unique Tasmania wilderness cruise.
Reviews (13)
Simon Mackenzie
Simon Mackenzie
Jan 20, 2022
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Loved the cruise. This is the second time we have done it. Was a bit disappointed in the meal this time round, but understand COVID has changed things. Definitely recommend going on this.
Dena Maddick
Dena Maddick
Jan 14, 2022
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Just been on the afternoon cruise...what a wonderful experience. Everything was great,the friendly staff,the amazing commentary,the delicious
food, great customer service and the trip itself were all five star! Cannot recommend this enough,you will not be disappointed!
Troy Anderson
Troy Anderson
Jan 11, 2022
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Absolutely amazing time with very knowledgeable staff. Family owned business with top notch service, cannot recommend enough you must experience it.
Sarah McDonald
Sarah McDonald
Jan 11, 2022
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Absolutely spectacular day on World Heritage Cruises. 10/10 cruise stunning, well run and flawless. Lunch was delicious. Staff fantastic. Sarah Island and Rainforest walk amazing. Highly recommended.
Ben Quach
Ben Quach
Jan 09, 2022
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Great customer service. The staff really made you feel welcomed. The ship is relatively newly built (Oct 2020)as told on board, and it shows with everything in good condiction and comfortable (personally I think the red colour of the boat does make it look aged)
Elizabeth Brownhill
Elizabeth Brownhill
Jan 06, 2022
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Given the price, I had very high hopes for this cruise - and they were all exceeded. The boat was nice and new, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and the sights were beautiful. The two additional tours off the boat were particular highlights - the Sarah Island tour guide in particular was one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had, and walking through the boardwalk in the Franklin Gordon national park was excellent. The food and drinks were also great. I couldn’t fault it.
Nikita Anindhya
Nikita Anindhya
Jan 05, 2022
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I must admit I did not originally book with WHC because of the “value for money” positioning and picked the other cruise because they sound more premium. However due to covid bad luck, that booking got cancelled at the very last minute. We were lucky enough to secure seats with WHC on the same day for their afternoon cruise!
Of course due to last minute booking we couldn’t pick the seating options so we got the “least favourite” (and cheapest) one - Main Deck Centre. Regardless, once on board we were really surprised as the vessel has big windows all around so despite sitting in the
Hajnalka Molloy
Hajnalka Molloy
Jan 04, 2022
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Had a truly magnificent and moving day on this cruise. A huge thank you to all of the staff. I learnt so much, completely relaxed, enjoyed the food and drinks and was in absolutely awe and moved to tears by the… natural beauty, history and the welcome to country by Trish. Guide Katrina was incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining and friendly.
Karen Hough
Karen Hough
Nov 11, 2021
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Had an amazing day. The crew were very professional, tour of Sarah Island Convict Colony was very informative. Beautiful lunch while cruising up the Gordon River. Highly recommended. Beautiful boat which has only been in service for about a year. 5 🌟 from us.
Margaret Robson
Margaret Robson
Nov 07, 2021
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Awesome trip, so informative friendly staff great food, and scenery to die for🙂👍
Crystal Noyes
Crystal Noyes
Nov 04, 2021
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Wonderful day out… so much to learn and the staff were amazing and helpful… a highlight of our trip to Tasmania
Kacie West
Kacie West
Oct 15, 2021
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The cruise was fantastic. Attentive staff, great food platter. My son was so taken by being able to visit the captain. Comfortable new boat. Just a great day!
Chris Jones
Chris Jones
Aug 07, 2020
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Brilliant weather on the day!
The food was great and just enough. The staff were friendly and knew their stuff.
Interesting facts learned and David on Sarah Island was a great story teller which made sense when we found out he was in “The ship that never was” production.
Worth the extra cash to be on the top deck. Good to be on the bridge and chat to the Captain about his new $9,000,000.00 boat!