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Relaxing Afternoon River Cruise
Highlights
- Glide along the Huon River while sipping local wine, beer, or cider for a taste of Tasmania's finest.
- Savour a grazing board featuring Huon Valley produce, enhancing your afternoon with local flavours.
- Discover the rich history of Franklin and its wooden boats, inspiring a deeper connection to the water.
- Enjoy exclusive cellar door tastings at Heriots Point Vineyard on weekends, perfect for wine enthusiasts.
After a short brief from the crew, you will depart and glide up the beautiful Huon River towards the Historic township of Franklin, sipping on local wine, beer or cider and enjoying a local Huon Valley-produced grazing board. (depending on your booking)
This cruise is set to inspire you to imagine a life on the water and get a glimpse of the rich history of the area, the people and the fantastic wooden boats that inhabit the waterways of the Huon River.
Cellar door wine tastings are available from Heriots Point Vineyard on weekends or via appointment through the vineyard itself.
Bookings are essential on our cruises as there are limited available spaces and as we are at a private dock, we don’t accept walk-in passengers. So be sure to jump on the website to book your spot now.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Huon River Cruises
Huon River Cruises offers all-weather, calm and uniquely Tasmanian river cruises, on the stunning Huon River near Franklin Tasmania aboard a historic Tasmanian-built wooden boat that features a fully enclosed cabin with a beautiful Blackwood fit out setting up a nice, relaxing and comfortable atmosphere the moment you step aboard.
With short morning and afternoon options as well as the opportunity for Private skippered charters, these cruises are designed to fit in perfectly for any visit to southern Tasmania, be it a day trip or extended stay.
Explore the rich history and magnificent scenery of the Huon Valley, while sipping on a locally made beverage and eating a delightful tasting board full of locally produced cheese, salmon and tapenade to unwind in the afternoon, or, start your morning with a fresh baked scone and cup of coffee or tea.
Your Skipper and Crew love the river and region and their knowledge, passion and experience shines through on every cruise to make you feel at home and ensure you have the best time possible.
Only 40 minutes drive from Hobart, visit the website now to secure your spot directly with them on one of their amazing cruises.
Activities
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Franklin, TAS The Bowmont
A retreat with old bones, good sheets, and river views from every window, The Bowmont blends hotel comfort with the charm of a character stay.
Cygnet, TAS The Barn at Eden Farmstay
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Cygnet, TAS The Barn @ Eden Farmstay
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Finding the Huon Views property couldn't be easier, just turn right at the Welcome to Franklin sign when driving south from Huonville.
Franklin, TAS Black Cockatoos' Rest
Black Cockatoos' Rest is a great base camp from which to explore this beautiful region of Tasmania. Locally, take a short walk into historic Franklin
Franklin, TAS Cinnamon and Cherry
Opposite the Huon River, in the centre of Franklin, sits Cinnamon and Cherry Cafe, a Turkish inspired coffee shop and bakery.
Cradoc, TAS Pagan Cider
Pagan Cider is a boutique Tasmanian cider producer, located in the picturesque Huon Valley, about 4 km north of Cygnet.
Franklin, TAS Frank's Cider House and Cafe
Frank's Cider Bar and Cafe, is located in the historic, town of Franklin, just 40 minutes south of Hobart in the beautiful Huon Valley.
Woodstock, TAS Winsome Spirits
A mico-distillery in the Huon Valley that produces absinthe, gin, vodkas and fine liquers.
Wattle Grove, TAS The Farmhouse Kitchen Tasmania
At the Farmhouse Kitchen in Tasmania, food lovers will learn to create authentic, home-style cuisine.
Geeveston, TAS Harvest and Light
Harvest and Light is a unique combination of photo gallery and small-batch picklery. It is also the only tasting house in the Huon.
