Gordon River Cruises, Shared Lunch
A roughly 6 hour Gordon River cruise from Strahan with lunch, Sarah Island and Hells Gates, run by NRMA Tasmania.
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Strahan River Cruises: Gordon River Lunch And Dinner Cruises Compared
Four bookable Gordon River and Macquarie Harbour cruises from Strahan, Tasmania, compared side by side: two lunch sailings and two dinner departures.
- A$160lowest per-person from-price on the roster
- 315 km2Macquarie Harbour area · shallow fjord, average depth 15 m
- 1.58 million haTasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area · almost a quarter of Tasmania; first inscribed 1982
Gordon River Cruise departing from Strahan
from A$165 per person
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- Duration
- 6 hours (approx.)
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation applies to this Gordon River cruise.
- Run by
- NRMA Tasmania (Gordon River Cruises)
Strahan River Cruises: Numbers To Know
1822 to 1833
Sarah Island penal station · Tasmania's oldest convict settlement, 8 hectares, 180+ escape attempts
40 km
Strahan to the mouth of the Gordon River · operator figure (World Heritage Cruises FAQ)
65 nautical miles (~120 km)
Return cruise distance · operator figure (World Heritage Cruises FAQ)
3x
Harbour size vs Sydney Harbour · operator figure (World Heritage Cruises FAQ)
about 6 hours
Typical cruise length · 8:30am (Gordon River Cruises) or 9:00am (World Heritage Cruises) departure
1,496 mm
Annual rainfall at Strahan · BOM Strahan Aerodrome mean, 1981-2026
179
Rain days per year (1 mm or more) · BOM Strahan Aerodrome
300 km, 4 h 30 min
Drive from Hobart · Discover Tasmania
270 km, 3 h 30 min
Drive from Launceston via Cradle Mountain · Discover Tasmania
A$165 adult
Gordon River Cruises main deck from-price · official from-price, subject to change
Strahan River Cruises By Time Of Day
Lunch Cruises
Morning Catamaran, Buffet Lunch
Morning cruise from Strahan along the Gordon River with lunch on board, about six hours in all.
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Afternoon Catamaran, Seasonal Run
Dinner cruise on the Gordon River run by World Heritage Cruises, about six hours from Strahan.
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Evening Departure, Dinner Included
An evening dinner cruise on the Gordon River with NRMA Tasmania, departing Strahan for about 6 hours.
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| Tour | Length | Meets | From | Rating | Book |
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| Gordon River Cruises, Shared LunchNRMA Tasmania (Gordon River Cruises) | 6 hours (approx.) | Gordon River Cruises wharf | A$165 | ★ 4.81,635 reviews | Check availability |
| Morning Catamaran, Buffet LunchWorld Heritage Cruises | 6 hours (approx.) | World Heritage Cruises terminal, 18 Esplanade | A$160 | ★ 4.81,255 reviews | Check availability |
| Afternoon Catamaran, Seasonal RunWorld Heritage Cruises | 6 hours (approx.) | World Heritage Cruises terminal, 18 Esplanade | A$160 | ★ 4.923 reviews | Check availability |
| Evening Departure, Dinner IncludedNRMA Tasmania (Gordon River Cruises) | 6 hours (approx.) | Gordon River Cruises wharf | A$160 | ★ 4.512 reviews | Check availability |
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When Strahan River Cruises Run, Month By Month
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January
Mean Max: 21.2C / 11.0C Rain Days: 10.1 days Rainfall: 77 mm Daylight: 14.6 h Cruise Notes: World Heritage Cruises afternoon/dinner cruise runs to 16 Jan; Gordon River Cruises evening dinner cruise to 2 Jan 2027
February
Mean Max: 21.2C / 10.8C Rain Days: 8.9 days Rainfall: 69 mm Daylight: 13.5 h Cruise Notes: Gordon River Cruises evening dinner cruise also runs 14 to 24 Feb 2027
March
Mean Max: 19.6C / 10.0C Rain Days: 12.8 days Rainfall: 104 mm Daylight: 12.2 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
April
Mean Max: 16.8C / 8.6C Rain Days: 14.0 days Rainfall: 115 mm Daylight: 10.7 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
May
Mean Max: 14.4C / 7.5C Rain Days: 17.8 days Rainfall: 159 mm Daylight: 9.4 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
June
Mean Max: 12.8C / 5.7C Rain Days: 16.1 days Rainfall: 155 mm Daylight: 8.8 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
July
Mean Max: 12.4C / 5.4C Rain Days: 18.9 days Rainfall: 176 mm Daylight: 9.0 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
August
Mean Max: 13.1C / 5.7C Rain Days: 19.9 days Rainfall: 181 mm Daylight: 10.1 h Cruise Notes: World Heritage Cruises: no cruises 1 to 31 August 2026 (annual maintenance); Gordon River Cruises' August 2026 timetable not verified
September
Mean Max: 14.4C / 6.4C Rain Days: 18.6 days Rainfall: 148 mm Daylight: 11.6 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
October
Mean Max: 16.2C / 7.3C Rain Days: 15.9 days Rainfall: 121 mm Daylight: 13.0 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
November
Mean Max: 18.0C / 8.5C Rain Days: 12.7 days Rainfall: 97 mm Daylight: 14.3 h Cruise Notes: Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am)
December
Mean Max: 19.4C / 9.8C Rain Days: 13.1 days Rainfall: 96 mm Daylight: 14.9 h Cruise Notes: World Heritage Cruises afternoon/dinner cruise runs 27 Dec to 16 Jan; Gordon River Cruises evening dinner cruise 27 Dec 2026 to 2 Jan 2027; no World Heritage Cruises sailings on Christmas Day
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| Month | Mean Max / Min | Rain Days (1 mm+) | Rainfall | Daylight (15th) | Cruise Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2C / 11.0C | 10.1 days | 77 mm | 14.6 h | World Heritage Cruises afternoon/dinner cruise runs to 16 Jan; Gordon River Cruises evening dinner cruise to 2 Jan 2027 |
| February | 21.2C / 10.8C | 8.9 days | 69 mm | 13.5 h | Gordon River Cruises evening dinner cruise also runs 14 to 24 Feb 2027 |
| March | 19.6C / 10.0C | 12.8 days | 104 mm | 12.2 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| April | 16.8C / 8.6C | 14.0 days | 115 mm | 10.7 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| May | 14.4C / 7.5C | 17.8 days | 159 mm | 9.4 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| June | 12.8C / 5.7C | 16.1 days | 155 mm | 8.8 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| July | 12.4C / 5.4C | 18.9 days | 176 mm | 9.0 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| August | 13.1C / 5.7C | 19.9 days | 181 mm | 10.1 h | World Heritage Cruises: no cruises 1 to 31 August 2026 (annual maintenance); Gordon River Cruises' August 2026 timetable not verified |
| September | 14.4C / 6.4C | 18.6 days | 148 mm | 11.6 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| October | 16.2C / 7.3C | 15.9 days | 121 mm | 13.0 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| November | 18.0C / 8.5C | 12.7 days | 97 mm | 14.3 h | Morning cruise departs daily (World Heritage Cruises 9:00am; Gordon River Cruises 8:30am) |
| December | 19.4C / 9.8C | 13.1 days | 96 mm | 14.9 h | World Heritage Cruises afternoon/dinner cruise runs 27 Dec to 16 Jan; Gordon River Cruises evening dinner cruise 27 Dec 2026 to 2 Jan 2027; no World Heritage Cruises sailings on Christmas Day |
Gordon River Cruises Vs World Heritage Cruises: How The Two Boats Compare
| Gordon River Cruises | World Heritage Cruises | |
|---|---|---|
| Operator | NRMA Parks and Resorts | Family owned, Strahan |
| Vessel | Spirit of the Wild, hybrid electric 'Whisper Mode' | Harbour Master II, catamaran launched October 2020, built in Tasmania |
| Check-in / departure | Check-in 8:00am, departs 8:30am | Boarding 30 min before, departs 9:00am daily |
| Duration | About 6 hours | About 6 hours (returns about 3pm) |
| Stops | Hells Gates, fish farms, Gordon River, Heritage Landing walk, Sarah Island guided tour | Hells Gates, aquaculture farms (Liberty Point), Sarah Island guided walk, Heritage Landing boardwalk, Huon pine sawmill on morning cruise |
| Lunch | Chef-prepared buffet | Served to your seat, Tasmanian produce |
| Entry-level fare (adult / child) | Main Deck Central A$165 / A$80 | Main Deck Centre A$160 / A$75 (child 3-16) |
| Window fare (adult / child) | Main Deck Window A$200 / A$90 | Main Deck Window A$195 / A$99 |
| Premium deck | Premier Upper Deck A$355 adult and child, open bar, canapes | Upper Deck Centre A$205, Upper Deck Window A$225, lunch plus a beverage and morning tea |
| Family fare | Main Deck Central A$345 (2 adults + up to 3 children) | Main Deck Centre A$340 (2 adults + up to 3 children) |
| Evening dinner cruise | 27 Dec 2026 to 2 Jan 2027 and 14 to 24 Feb 2027, 3:30pm departure | 27 Dec to 16 Jan only, 3:15pm departure, back about 8:30pm |
| Closed | June 2026 maintenance claim unverified | 1 to 31 August 2026 (annual maintenance) and Christmas Day |
| Wharf | Main wharf, The Esplanade, Strahan (OSM: 24 Esplanade) | 18 Esplanade, Strahan Wharf |
Where Strahan River Cruises Go, From The Wharf To Heritage Landing
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Departure Wharves
- Gordon River Cruises, Shared Lunchfrom A$165
- Morning Catamaran, Buffet Lunchfrom A$160
- Strahan Wharf (main departure)Departure Wharves
- Gordon River Cruises wharfDeparture Wharves · 40 m from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- World Heritage Cruises terminal, 18 EsplanadeDeparture Wharves · 0 m from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Hells GatesMacquarie Harbour · 11 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Sarah IslandMacquarie Harbour · 28 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Bonnet Island LighthouseMacquarie Harbour · 12 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Heritage Landing (Gordon River)Gordon River · 40 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Ocean BeachCoast And Dunes · 12 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Henty DunesCoast And Dunes · 11 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Peoples Park (Hogarth Falls trailhead)Strahan Town · 640 m from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Hogarth FallsStrahan Town · 1.7 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- West Coast Wilderness Railway, Regatta Point stationStrahan Town · 720 m from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
- Strahan AirportStrahan Town · 3.3 km from Strahan Wharf (main departure) in a straight line
What Passengers Say About Strahan River Cruises
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“Incredible experience. Absolutely beautiful River Cruise with friendly staff and service. Guided walk and commentary helped learn about the history.”
“Fabulous….the commentary was very informative. The boat itself was spotless, extremely well maintained, clean and simply a beautiful vessel.”
“A wonderful experience showing the wilderness, rugged landscape and peacefulness of the area. Hells gate was amazing and the Gordon river so peaceful.”
“Fantastic experience loved every minute, great guides and commentary. Spectacular scenery and amazing food.”
Where To Stay In Strahan Before A Morning Departure
Strahan Village
The Esplanade, Strahan, TAS 7468
seasonal rates; check live dates on the booking page
Check ratesFranklin Manor
75 Esplanade, Strahan, TAS 7468
seasonal rates; check live dates on the booking page
Check ratesRisby Cove
The Esplanade, Strahan, TAS 7468
seasonal rates; check live dates on the booking page
Check ratesStrahan River Cruises: Questions Before You Book
Who operates the boats?
Two operators run every tour listed here. World Heritage Cruises runs the World Heritage Cruise with lunch plus an afternoon dinner cruise, while NRMA Tasmania runs a Gordon River lunch cruise and an evening dinner cruise.
Which sailing rates highest?
The World Heritage Cruise rates 4.8 from 1,255 reviews on its live booking page. World Heritage Cruises holds 4.8 from 1255 reviews for its lunch cruise.
Are all four tours bookable?
The roster covers four tours: two Gordon River lunch cruises and two dinner cruises, all departing Strahan. No operator pays for placement here, and no tour is listed just to fill the page.
What does it cost?
Gordon River lunch trips start at A$160 per person with World Heritage Cruises and A$165 with NRMA Tasmania. Each of the two dinner cruises also starts at A$160, and every tour on the page publishes a from-price.
How long is the trip?
Whichever trip you choose, plan on roughly 6 hours on the water. Both lunch cruises and both dinner cruises follow a similar full-day rhythm out of the Strahan wharf.
Where do cruises start?
All four tours leave from wharves along the Esplanade in Strahan, beside Macquarie Harbour. That makes Strahan the working gateway for Gordon River cruises on Tasmania's West Coast.