Yacht Cruises in Tasmania, Australia

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Attracting visitors from around the world, Tasmania is a mountainous island in Australia. It has mild climate, unique plants and wildlife and plenty of open space for outdoor adventurists to explore. In addition to National Parks and World Heritage areas, Tasmania boasts cultural events, outdoor shopping markets and distinctive cuisine. A popular means of experiencing the natural beauty of the region is by boat. Several tour operators offer day and overnight yacht excursions.

West Coast Yacht Charters

West Coast Yacht Charters offers excursions starting from Strahan on Tasmania's coast. The yacht is equipped with two double private cabins, one large six-bunk-bed cabin, two bathrooms with hot and cold showers and toilets. Limited disability facilities are available. Other amenities include a bar and relaxation deck area. Popular tours include crayfish lunch fishing and kayaking tour as well as an overnight Gordon River tour.

West Coast Yacht Charters
Strahan Wharf
The Esplanade
Tasmania, 7468
+03-6471-7422
westcoastyachtcharters.com.au/?About_Strahan

Australian Explorer Yacht Cruises

Australian Explorer yacht cruises offers several half- and full-day sailing excursions in Tasmania. Popular excursions include the Gordon River Cruise with buffet lunch, Day on the Bay Cruise and Catamaran Exploration. Yachts have floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious outdoor decks for great photo opportunities and comfortable bathrooms. Meals are made with local ingredients, and beer and wine are available for purchase. Several tours include informative local guides who explain history, flora and fauna of the region.

Australian Explorer Pty Ltd
PO Box 1172
Southport BC
QUEENSLAND 4215
+76-098-432-501
australianexplorer.com/experiences/water/sailing/tasmania.htm

World Heritage Cruises

World Heritage Cruises offers visitors value for money tours in Tasmania. Popular excursions include the morning cruise with buffet lunch and the afternoon cruise with buffet dinner. Both tours sail near salmon and trout farms, the Convict Ruins on Sarah Island, MacQuarie Harbor and Hell's Gate. The yachts have large windows and spacious seating.

World Heritage Cruises
PO Box 193
Strahan, Tasmania
7468, Australia
+61-3-6471-7174
totaltravel.com.au/link.asp?fid=1047742

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Article Written By Mary Richardson

Currently based in Japan, Mary Richardson is a travel writer and enthusiast. She formerly taught undergraduate academic writing classes for nine years at San Diego State University, where she also received a Masters of Arts in linguistics. She was also a Peace Corps volunteer in Africa.

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