Day Tour

Waterfront Jaunts

Category: Horse Riding
Region: Hobart
State: TAS

AUD $120.00

2 Adult Group (Minimum) Enter 1 in this box
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Duration: 

40m
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A tour through the bustling Hobart Waterfront. From the mountain to the sea, enjoy the beauty of Hobart’s port area. Whether it’s seeing the yachts at Constitution Dock or discovering the first site of settlement, this is a real favourite

Operated By:

Heritage Horse Drawn Carriages

Waterfront Jaunts

A 30 minute tour passing through the bustling Hobart waterfront over to the historic stone IXL building and the Cruise Terminals, this jaunt gives you a real appreciation of Hobart’s connection to the sea and the mountains with Mt Wellington looming behind the city.  This area of the Waterfront was the site of the first settlement of Hobart in 1804.  Hunter Island has now become Hunter Street and the IXL Jam Factory is now the Henry Jones’ Art Hotel.  Such wonderful repurposing of these architecturally valuable buildings has seen them live into the 21st Century and, hopefully, beyond.

This tour is a real favourite with families.  Some lucky passengers even get to spot our resident harbour seal!  One thing is certain, you’ll see lots of happy and excited faces and people waving to you as we pass them by!   You’ll be able to practice your royal wave as you travel in our sumptuous carriage.  Why not add a Unicorn Option to help celebrate a little one’s birthday or even a Romance Package if you’d like to show the one you love how special they truly are.

Prices are for a minimum 2 adults on this tour.  If you have 1 adult and 5 or less children, please choose the 2 adult option.   Group price is per person and limited to 6 adults (depending on size) on this tour.  Families welcome.  Child price is for children under 15.  Children under 2yo, travelling on laps, are free of charge.

We depart from the end of Salamanca Place, opposite the Ball & Chain Grill.  After 3pm on Saturdays, as the market is packing up, we depart from Brooke St Pier (where the MONA ferry leaves from).  Please contact us if you are unsure of where your tour will depart. 

Departure times are approximate and can be affected by weather, traffic, road closures, and other factors out of our control.  If we are expected to depart more than 10 minutes after our scheduled departure time, we will advise you.

Weather:   If the weather forecast is looking severe, we will make a decision to cancel early in the day and let you know by phone by 9am.  We always do our best to run our tours but, this is Tassie and the weather can change without warning.  If there are only light showers, we can raise the roof of the carriage to keep you dry.  However, we may need to cancel your tour at the last moment if the weather turns suddenly.  Please see the General Terms & Conditions for our Cancellation Policy.

What to Bring:  It’s always a good idea to bring a jacket (waterproof preferably).  We do have a blanket to keep you warm but it can be cool at any time of the year.  We also recommend a hat and sunscreen, especially in summer.  Tassie sun is notoriously strong and you will get sunburnt very easily.  Definitely bring along a camera!  For the grown ups, if you’re thirsty, we can order drinks for you.  We prefer if young children do not eat and/or drink on the carriage

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Prices are for a minimum 2 adults on this tour – $60 per person. Group price is per person and limited to 6 adults (depending on size) on this tour. Families welcome. Child price is for children under 15.

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