Heritage Sailing Experience in Hobart

Sail into the sunset on a magnificent tall ship
Rated 5.0 out of 5
Hours

2

Adult

$70

Child

$25

See a different perspective of Hobart on this majestic historic tall ship. This is no ordinary harbour cruise. Get set for an intimate and unique nautical experience with knowledgeable crew. Take the helm, help with the sails or sit back and relax as you enjoy…

Heritage Sailing Experience in Hobart

Elizabeth Street Pier, 2 historic tall ships attached to the converted storage pier structure, with accommodation and restaurants

See a different perspective of Hobart on this majestic historic tall ship. This is no ordinary harbour cruise. Get set for an intimate and unique nautical experience with knowledgeable crew. Take the helm, help with the sails or sit back and relax as you enjoy the scenery.

Sails are set as we depart Kings Pier Marina and turn to sail under the Tasman Bridge, hearing about the shipwrecked Lake Illawara. You’ll see Hobart highlights from the water: Battery Point, the Sydney to Hobart yacht race finish line, Government House, and spot some of the local wildlife if they are out and about. Once back on the southern side of the bridge, sail towards Bellerive or Battery Point and Sandy Bay before heading back to the docks.

SV Rhona H is a Hobart icon. She was professionally built by Tasmanian shipwright Ned Jack in the best of timbers – Huon pine over celery top frames and Tasmanian Oregon masts. She is a classic gaff-rigged vessel with two timber masts, traditional rigging, and six handmade sails with authentic wooden blocks. Sailing the traditional way, she has no winches or roller furlers.

This two-hour sailing experience is a special way to see Tasmania’s capital and will give you insight into how an historic tall ship works.

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Tasman Bridge at dusk lit up with a reflection on the Derwent river.
Credit: Photo by Brian Dullaghan
Aerial shot of the S.V. Rhona wooden sailing boat in the Derwent river Hobart, Tasmania
Credit: Photo by SV Rhona
Crew and tourists preparing to sail from the Hobart marina aboard the S.V. Rhona wooden boat.
Credit: Photo by Sv Rhona

TOUR MAP

A map of Tasmania with the destination of Hobart highlighted.
Tour Highlights
Elizabeth Street Pier, 2 historic tall ships attached to the converted storage pier structure, with accommodation and restaurants
Sail on an historic tall ship

SV Rhona H is Hobart’s oldest and smallest working tall ship. Made from Tasmanian timbers, you will sail the traditional way, with no winches or roller furlers.

Aerial view of Hobart marina and cityscape with Mount Wellington in the background
Hobart’s highlights

See the capital’s highlights from a different perspective. Sail under the Tasman Bridge, past Government House, Battery Point and see the Sydney to Hobart yacht race finish line.

Federation Chocolates, a selection of beautiful, colourful chocolate domes served on a plate
Federation Artisan Chocolates

Enjoy a complimentary coffee or tea with mouth-watering handcrafted full bean chocolates from Tasmania’s famous Federation Artisan Chocolate Company.

THE EXPERIENCE

At 1pm meet at the Hobart Waterfront at the Elizabeth Street Pier (past Fish Frenzy). Just look for the beautiful old ship with two masts.

We will return here at 3pm.

WHAT'S INCLUDED
What's also included on every TAT tour:
Modern and comfortable air-conditioned transport
Orientation tour of each and every location
Small group sizes
Utmost care and professional service
What’s also included this tour:
Knowledgeable and qualified crew
Warm coat, hot water bottles and sunscreen if needed
Binoculars for use while on the ship
Light refreshments, tea and coffee and Federation Artisan Chocolates
SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US
Rated 5.0 out of 5

Fabulous afternoon sailing around Hobart in a gorgeous wooden sailing boat. Loved every second. The crew were polite and bent over backwards to keep us well fed, warm and entertained. Looking forward to going again at twilight over summer!

Rebecca
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Hobart