Things to do – Waterways & Adventures

Water-based activities

The Peppermint Bay Cruise

The cruise is a magnificent half day cruise adventure through the scenic sheltered waterways between Hobart and Peppermint Bay in the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Step aboard the luxurious high speed catamaran Peppermint Bay II for a voyage of discovery – see majestic sea eagles, view kelp forests through underwater cameras, visit a working salmon farm, hear stories of Tasmania’s fascinating maritime history and enjoy a gourmet lunch on board with a ‘Taste of Peppermint Bay’, featuring the best of the region’s seasonal produce. Enjoy a stroll ashore before the return voyage.
More information at www.hobartcruises.com

Roaring 40’s Ocean Kayaking

Located at Kettering. This is your introduction to the wonderful world of sea kayaking. Whether you’re a first time paddler or an expert, Roaring 40’s has a sea kayaking experience for you, from a quiet paddle around the moored yachts in the sheltered waters of Oyster Cove to a multi-day expedition to spectacular Bathurst Harbour. Come and try Tasmanian sea kayaking with Roaring 40’s – you’ll find the world looks quite different over the bow of a kayak.
More information at www.roaring40skayaking.com.au

Huon Jet

Takes you on a wild, whirling ride on the waters of the Huon River. Leaving the quiet reaches of the river at Huonville, Huon Jet whisks you beneath the bridge upstream past farmland and riverside forest with Huon pines, through rushing rapids and along side cliffs – 35 minutes of pure exhilaration. Back at The Boatshed Café and Huon Visitor Centre, enjoy a break for coffee or lunch and plan your next adventure – perhaps a cruise with Huon River Cruises, a 4WD tour with Huon Bushventures, a visit to a local mushroom farm, or fun on the river in a pedal boat.
More information at www.huonjet.com

Bruny Island Cruises

Join Robert Pennicott’s legendary team in the yellow boats for the original Bruny Island coastal wilderness experience. Feel the power of the Southern Ocean, wave-carved sea stacks, remote islands, towering cliffs and sea caves. Join the search for abundant sea and coastal wildlife such as dolphins, seals and birdlife. The team at Bruny Island Cruises is dedicated to providing world-class customer service. They’ll make sure you enjoy every moment of your cruise. The custom-built boats are ideal for viewing the spectacular coastline and wildlife with covered open-aired seating providing an excellent all round view and connection with the environment. Drive yourself to Adventure Bay, Bruny Island or catch our bus from Kettering.
More information at www.brunycruises.com.au

The School of Wooden Boat Building

Located on the Huon River at Franklin. Students learn traditional skills of craftsmanship as they complete a nationally recognised diploma course in wooden boat building. Along side the school’s workshop is the Wooden Boat Discovery Centre where you can discover the wonderful world of wooden boats, learn about their history, the secrets of construction, tools and timbers, and soak up the creative atmosphere of a wooden boat workshop as you watch the students work.
More information at www.woodenboatcentre.com

Rod and Fly

Offers fly fishing in Tasmania with experienced trout fishing guide Mike Tenner. Get your blood racing as you face off against wily Tasmanian trout and salmon. Mike has been successfully teaching the art of fly fishing and holding guided trout fishing tours in Tasmania for over 30 years. Rod and Fly hold trout fishing workshops on land and water to help anglers develop and gain essential fly fishing skills before implementing them on his tours. Mike’s warm personality and easy-going style have enabled him to pass on his casting and fly fishing skills to students from around the world.
More information at www.rodandfly.com.au

Bruny Wildlife Adventure

Exhilaration meets indulgence on the Bruny Wildlife Adventure – an unforgettable journey blending Tasmania’s natural beauty, wildlife, and superb food and wine. Your adventure begins and ends in Hobart aboard the luxury catamaran Peppermint Bay II and includes an incredible voyage to Bruny Island aboard the state-of-the-art coastal expedition vessel Adventure. Here, you’ll journey into the heart of a remote Australian Fur Seal colony for an up-close encounter. Your journey also includes live vision from the undersea cameras.
More information at www.brunywildlifeadventure.com.au

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