4 Tours in Port Arthur Worth Booking

1.Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 704 reviews · 3 hours · from $127Our pick

From the Tasman Island Cruises office near Port Arthur, you’ll take a short transfer to a fast, covered boat for three hours along Tasmania’s wild southern coast. Guides such as Tim, Damo, Andrew, and Hamish explain the cliffs and wildlife as you pass Cape Pillar, caves, arches, waterfalls, and seal colonies. Bring serious warm layers.

“Better than expected, Hamish our skipper did a fantastic job with the operation of the boat and his knowledge and enthusiasm was amazing and Benny did a great job looking after everyone and continually checking on everyone to make sure they were ok”

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2.Port Arthur Historic Site Admission and Tour Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 509 reviews · 1 day · from $37Best value

Spend a full day exploring Port Arthur’s convict settlement at your own pace. Your ticket includes an audio experience, expert site talks, a 20-minute harbor cruise, and two days of daytime entry. Add the Essentials, Premium, Isle of the Dead, or Escapes tour for more guided stories.

“We drove so got there early before the coaches. A fascinating place with great historical significance. Restaurant is worth a visit as well! Unfortunately it rained really heavily so we had to curtail some of the trip.”

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3.Port Arthur Historic Site [official]

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 288 reviews · from $38

Spend up to two days exploring Port Arthur’s convict settlement, with access to more than 30 buildings and ruins, a self-guided audio tour, site talks, museum displays, and a 20-minute harbor cruise aboard the MV Marana. You’ll see the Dockyards, Isle of the Dead, Point Puer, and the Convict Water Supply Trail.

“The history the guides all are very informative And helpful The ghost tour was also a great experience”

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4.Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $129Top rated

Leave Port Arthur for a three-hour wilderness cruise toward Eaglehawk Neck and Tasman Island. Expect sharp coastal views, sea caves, towering cliffs, lighthouse history, and commentary from guides such as Tom, Jonty, Lily, or Ashleigh. Waterproof jackets are provided, but warm layers and steady sea legs matter.

“Wear non slip shoes and a beanie. Take a warm jacket. Travel light....you don't need a handbag or backpack on the boat.”

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