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Tasmanian Seafood Seduction
This full-day cruise begins on Hobart’s vibrant waterfront, amongst the fishing boats moored at Constitution Dock. You will cruise aboard one of our custom-built vessels, featuring a spacious enclosed cabin and leather seats. You’ll be one of up to 12 guests treated to an unforgettable day of indulgence and relaxation.
We cruise down the Derwent River and into the sheltered waters of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel that surround Bruny Island. As we voyage south, we leave all traces of civilisation behind.
Our guides know these waters intimately. They’ve grown up in this wilderness environment, with its picturesque landscapes and beautiful deserted beaches. Throughout the day they’ll provide an entertaining insight into the surrounding landscapes and animals. Such local knowledge only comes from spending years in and around these clean blue waters.
Look around you and take in the pristine surroundings – the clear blue water, clean air, deserted beaches and beautiful bays are the source of this delicious fresh produce.
Your guide will prepare a bountiful seafood feast – rock lobster, abalone, sea urchin and oysters. This is paired with a delicious gourmet spread of fresh local breads, salads and artisan cheeses, and matched with local wines, boutique beer, cider and organic juices.
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The views? Absolutely stunning. The fresh seafood? Divine! And let's not forget the drinks - we were living our best life!
But what really made the experience special were our amazing guides and captain, Hugh and Liam. They were the heart and soul of the whole day! They made sure we were soaking in the sights, savoring the food, and just loving every moment. Extra shoutout to Hugh and Liam for being super considerate of Ires since she gets a bit seasick – but guess what? She felt amazing the entire time! No dizziness, no queasiness, just pure enjoyment. She absolutely loved it, and so did I!
If you’re looking for a memorable cruise with top-notch seafood, gorgeous views, and guides that go above and beyond, this is it. We couldn't have asked for a better adventure.
Mark and the entire crew were exceptionally helpful and attentive from the moment we stepped on board. Their local knowledge and friendly energy made the journey feel very special.
I was also so impressed by the gluten-free lunch. It was fresh and delicious, which can sometimes be hard to find on tours. It was also wonderful to see how inclusive the experience is—catering to wheelchair users, making sure everyone can enjoy the stunning views of the Freycinet coastline comfortably.
Highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting the area!
Driver was good, and bus was comfortable.
The tour was excellent and we would highly recommend it.
The scenery is stunning and the Tasmanian food and wine (we had Sky Lounge access) was fabulous. Topped off by a friendly and engaging crew with commentary from Captain Josh and barman Rex.
A 20/10 experience!
We went all the way from Eaglehawk neck to Port Arthur. We were told that this is pretty rare, as when the weather isn’t nice, they just do one side of the coastline, whichever is sheltered from the wind that day.
The cruise was absolutely amazing. The boat is comfortable, not overcrowded, and the scenery and wildlife was truly out of this world. The guides were also so lovely and made sure to stop at all the beautiful sites and rotate the boat so everyone could get a good view no matter which side you’re on. We saw sea lions, dolphins, plenty of albatross, and the tallest sea cliffs and capes, and a lap around Tasman island.
I do think this experience is highly influenced by the weather. If you’re flexible with days, I can’t recommend enough to keep an eye on the weather and do this cruise on the finest, most wind free day. You’ll get to see way more.
The drivers on the bus were absolute legend. Got so many good jokes lol🤣 thanks to Josh - cheers to the two on the road for getting us to the Bruny Island safely and sharing the laughs! 🚐 And for the boat driver? Also Amazing! The views were stunning, quite chilly, overall we had a great day.. Highly recommend!✅
Lunch was fish and chips at the restaurant, which was good, and then we repeated the coach and ferry journey back. It’s a long day for what is essentially a boat trip, but I would still recommend it for the experience. The only downside is that you don’t stop at any of the local shops or producers on Bruny Island.
The crew were professional, knowledgeable, and entertaining, sharing fascinating stories about the island’s wildlife, geology, and history throughout the journey. We were lucky to spot seals, seabirds, and even dolphins, which made the experience even more special.
The boat felt very safe and well-managed, and the provided jackets kept us warm despite the windy conditions. This tour is perfectly organised and well worth the time and money. I would highly recommend the Pennicott Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise to anyone visiting Tasmania , it’s a must-do adventure.
We had a great full day of touring with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys on December 18, which is today :) The whole trip was smooth and things were arranged so nicely.
Phil, he not only took us around the city safe and sound but he is also an amazing tour guide for getting to know the history of Tasmania. He gave us some details and little history about the places we passed by on the bus and they so very interesting.
Our captain for the day, was boating 🛶 us around the coast and introduced us thoroughly of all the sites from the perspectives of history, geography, biology… it’s a lot like we were in the Animal World/Sea World Documentary live :) The whole team made sure that everyone who sat in different parts of the boats see everything in the best angle.
We were lucky today because we got to see some dolphins, 🐬 seals 🦭 , lots of them… which was truly phenomenal.
We had a memorable day because of the seamless process and arrangements, and also a bit of luck 🍀
Btw, the lunch is also very decent! It was in a lovely lavender themed restaurant which is full of amazing stories of their own.
And plz, an advice: take some pills for seasickness before you join the trip if you don’t do well on boats…
Hope whoever is going to the tour, enjoy it as much as we did~
Going with Pennicott tours everything was organised for us and all the staff were very nice and helpful.
Overall, the tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and well-organized. The island itself is beautiful and worth visiting, but the food tastings didn’t live up to the gourmet label. Would pick a different tour next time.
We had the absolute pleasure of doing the Bruny island trip today which included transport from Franklin wharf and return, it also included morning tea, an absolutely fantastic cruise and lunch with a few stops along the way.
From the moment we walked into the office to book until the moment we hoped off the mini coach everything was absolutely perfect, the ladies in the office were just absolutely amazing.
Josh who drove the mini coach and crewed on the boat (our tour guide) was a delightful young man who is an absolute asset to the business and Ben (the captain) was absolutely brilliant and is also an absolute asset to the company !
Ben and Josh’s knowledge was very insightful and they were also very professional and very funny.
I honestly wasn’t sure if it was a wilderness tour, a pleasure cruise or a comedy show, but what I am sure about is that this company goes absolutely above and beyond.
Every single staff member we encountered and dealt with were absolutely amazing beyond my comprehension !
This is customer service and satisfaction off the charts !
Honestly, do yourself a favour and book a tour today. It’s absolutely worth every single dollar !
A criticism is that the tour is arguably too long, as you are left at Port Arthur for around 6-7 hours, getting there early in the morning and being picked up late in the afternoon. While it was nice to get plenty of time, the tour itself really doesn't need to be that long.
Still, this is a worthwhile tour to do and is particularly suited for those with limited time or means to see Port Arthur.
The highlight was undoubtedly the abundance of fresh, delicious seafood served onboard. The menu featured a variety of mouthwatering dishes, including succulent lobsters, abalone, and sea urchins.
A huge shoutout to Liam for his amazing effort in helping us catch some of the seafood—it made the experience feel so memorable. And special thanks to Earl, who elevated the dining experience with his skillful preparation and presentation of the dishes.
The entire cruise was a delightful blend of stunning ocean views, fresh flavors, and top-notch service. I’d highly recommend this seafood cruise to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable culinary adventure!
The highlight was undoubtedly the abundance of fresh, delicious seafood served onboard. The menu featured a variety of mouthwatering dishes, including succulent lobsters, abalone, and sea urchins.
A huge shoutout to Liam for his amazing effort in helping us catch some of the seafood—it made the experience feel so memorable. And special thanks to Earl, who elevated the dining experience with his skillful preparation and presentation of the dishes.
The entire cruise was a delightful blend of stunning ocean views, fresh flavors, and top-notch service. I’d highly recommend this seafood cruise to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable culinary adventure!
As we sat near the front of the boat we could not hear about 70% of the commentary as there is no PA speaker system on the boats. The guide was speaking from the back, so we missed most of what was being said at the front.
Although our bus driver Geordie was nice enough, there were many elements of unprofessionalism. His commentary was often filled with “so yeah, ummm, uhhh, yeah…” as he tried to connect his dialogue together. The focus of the bus commentary also leaned heavily on negative aspects — past fires, how things have changed since the good old days, and attractions that we couldn’t stop at because they are closed. While some of this is interesting history, it needs to be balanced with more positive insights about this beautiful state.
The most concerning part was on the return journey when Geordie seemed tired and distracted. While it’s great to talk to customers, much of his attention was taken up by two women in the front row. The conversations became questionable and uncomfortably unprofessional at times, with sexual content and banter better suited to the pub after work. Personally, I don’t mind this kind of conversation in the right setting, but as a tourism operator myself, it felt off-point for a tour. Many of the elderly guests looked uncomfortable.
Geordie also mentioned that he was only 22, and this unfortunately showed in his driving. While talking to the passengers up front, he turned around too often instead of concentrating on the road, which made the bus swerve side to side. We almost felt the need to call out “keep your eyes on the road.” This is not intended as an attack on him but as feedback before something serious happens. When you are responsible for 40 passengers and other road users, safe and professional driving must come first. The trainee staff member sitting behind him, on the other hand, was lovely and professional — hopefully he doesn’t pick up these bad habits.
Geordie spoke about wanting to receive 5-star Google reviews, but given the safety concerns and the inappropriate conversations, it didn’t feel deserved on this occasion.
Having said all this, I would still recommend the company, as the majority of the staff were fantastic. Well done to them all.
Cheers.
The crew were really knowledgeable (and funny! High five to Isabell and Dana (our skipper and deckie) their experience was evident in navigating the seas. We saw seals and plenty of birds
Jordy was a fantastic guide/driver (5 stars Jordy!) He was extremely knowledgeable about Bruny and just an overall good human!
Lunch was superb!
Would recommend taking warm clothes for the boat trip!
We saw seals, dolphins, and penguins in their natural habitats up close with this once in a lifetime boat tour.
Truly a one of a kind experience that will just leave your jaw dropping in awe of nature’s wonders. The guides were incredibly helpful and kind, and it was one of the most beautiful experiences I’ve had the privilege of encountering in wildlife.
If you love being on the ocean and seeing wildlife up close this is your tour. Worth every moment.
An important note, is that you may get seasick on the tour - don’t let that discourage you. It is worth the trip. Just be sure to bring a bottle of water and something to help with seasick symptoms. This tour goes down the coast to Cape Raoul, and while it’s worth it even those who don’t normally get seasick can be unaccustomed to the waves you’ll encounter.
Do the trip. It’s worth the sights you’ll and the memories you’ll make.
Photos and videos are courtesy of myself and those on my boat tour. We were lucky to see a pod of dolphins, seals, and penguins amongst the jaw dropping scenery Tasmania offers in her beauty within the Aboriginal lands she pays tribute to.
A special thank you to our driver and guides, Andy and Henry. They were professional, knowledgeable, and even took us to a beautiful lookout during the sightseeing part of our full-day journey. We also received some great travel suggestions for the rest of our trip. All in all, we highly recommend this tour!
The scenery was stunning but for me the animals were the real stars of the show! The most unforgettable part was watching all these animals interact in their natural environment as they hunted for food — scenes I’ll never forget. Kieran and Lily’s commentary was both informative and genuinely entertaining. For a moment, they even had me believing that cormorants were penguins!
The tour was expertly organised, and the entire experience far exceeded our expectations. We would return to Tasmania just to go on another adventure with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys.
We had Josh (Clancy) as our driver, and he was extremely pleasant and friendly, answering all our questions. The hour+ drive it took to get back to Hobart felt like its own tour and certainly rounded off the incredible experience the Three Capes was.
Phil, the Coach Captain, drove us from Hobart to the Peninsula, it was educational and entertaining. Phil's driving was excellent.
The boat crew, Lilly and Kieran, took us on an exciting three hour ride around Tasmania's spectacular southern coastline where we got close up and personal with feeding dolphins and seabirds as well as seals relaxing along the imposing cliffs. The three hours passed very quickly. Lilly's boat handling skills were top notch and she, along with Kieran, both gave us a running commentary about the history, rock formations and wildlife in the area.
Morning tea and lunch were also provided and Phil took the passengers to various points of interest after the cruise and then back to Hobart.
It was a long day but a must-do if you're visiting Hobart.
Pennecott Wilderness Journeys has become an icon of the Tasmanian tourist industry over the past ten years. It's an exceptionally well run business staffed by knowledgeable and enthusiastic people who obviously love their jobs. You can' go wrong with any of the Pennecott cruises.
They even handed out anti-nausea medication and water before we set off, which was a thoughtful touch. The whole operation — from the check-in process to the bus ride back at the end — was run like a well-oiled machine. Everything was organized and seamless.
We also loved that the captain made sure to turn the boat at every scenic spot so everyone on board had a chance to get great photos — such a small detail that made a big difference.
Highly recommend this tour — a really memorable and well-run experience on the water.
The cruise and seeing all the wildlife was truly an unforgettable experience. I thought first it was a little pricey but honestly worth every cent!!
Thanks Dan and the Team at Pennicott.
We saw amazing caves and seals and the best was Dolphins swimming next to our boats. The ocean waves at times gave us some goosebumps but it’s worth.
JUST GO FOR IT.
Our morning tea and lunch was also yum, again friendly staff. Would absolutely recommend Pennicott Wilderness it is a must do.
Good commentary from Jordy our driver on the way.
Be prepared for cold/wet weather!
Good food offerings on site (if a little pricy).
We were then taken to Port Arthur by Pinnicott’s tour guide Jordy. Whilst we did not have a tour with Jordy at Port Arthur, his knowledge and love for Tassie was still evident as he made the trip down very enjoyable with his commentary.
Whilst we only did 2 trips with Pennicott, both Zoe and Jordie made the experiences very enjoyable. We will definitely be booking another tour with them when we return to Tassie and couldn’t recommend them highly enough.
The only complaint I had was with one of our servers during the lunch provided, who was quite rude to me, but I will be writing Pennicott directly about that.
An endless tour of surprises, wine, non alcoholic drinks, food & seafood, sights and fun. Easy going, all encompassing & the VERY BEST experience of our 19 day stay in Tasmania.
We saw the salmon farm, seals, oysters, fresh & cooked in champagne, some of the seafood dived for from the boat, then prepared, cooked, displayed-rock lobster, abalone, sushi mi, urchins. Tasmanian platter of food. I tried most things, but preferred the cooked seafood delights. The beach & swim were fantastic. Take your bathers - or not!!!!! Thanks to the group we were with - they made the whole thing even better.
You will be well catered for & have lasting memories, as we do.
We did have to cancel one of the 3 tickets we had pre purchased - zero issues getting a refund, as per their policy. GO ON - JUST DO IT.
I had booked two tours with Pennicott, however I became ill, on the morning of one of the trips and could not attend. A refund was posted within days.
Also for the wineglass bay trip we were notified the day before that we may not be able to go into certain areas because of the weather and gave us the option of rescheduling if we wanted to.
















































