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Experience the raw beauty of this frontier island with Australia's pioneering cruise line

This 7-night coastal expedition cruise from Hobart is an active adventure showcasing the wild beauty and remarkable heritage of Australia's island state, all in the intimate comfort of the classic small ship Coral Expeditions I.

Take advantage of long summer days in Tasmania and enjoy bushwalks in five national parks and two World Heritage Areas, led by a renowned expedition team and a special guest Parks and Wildlife Ranger. Join an optional hike of the start of the famed South Coast Track at Cockle Bay. Do an early morning walk to a scenic lookout over Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park. Spend two days exploring the untouched Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area at Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour.

Normally only accessible by seven-day hike or light aircraft, this region is undoubtedly one of the most pristine and beautiful landscapes on earth. With only 46 guests, there are no queues, long waits or assigned seatings. At mealtimes, come back to the comfort of your ship to enjoy an outstanding menu of Tasmanian produce and local specialties. This is complemented by a specially curated wine list featuring a selection of Tasmania's finest cool-climate varietals.

Join Coral Expeditions aboard Coral Expeditions I in Hobart this summer and see Tasmania in an undiscovered light.

Small Ship Expedition Cruising

Coral Expeditions I is large enough to provide all the comforts and facilities you would expect of much larger cruise ships, yet with a maximum of just 46 like-minded guests, small enough to enable access to the very best parts of Tasmania and sites inaccessible to most other vessels.

When you're not busy exploring you will enjoy ample time to relax in the comfort of the modern onboard facilities, and savour the attentive and personalised service of professional all-Australian staff; they will ensure that your every need is met.

Expedition Highlights

• Spend two days exploring the untouched Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area at Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour
• Taste local produce at a family run cheesery, and freshly shucked Tasmanian Oysters from a renowned local farm
• Be guided by the resident archaeologist on an exclusive 'behind the scenes' tour of Port Arthur Historic Site – visiting buildings not generally open to the public
• Paddle a kayak through Bathurst Harbour
• Visit Maria Island and tour the UNESCO listed Darlington township

What's included

• 7 night cruise on Coral Expeditions I
• Expedition staff and Guest Lecturers
• Daily excursions on the Explorer tender vessel
• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
• Captain's Welcome and Farewell Events
• Coffee, tea and selected soft drinks
• Use of all onboard facilities
• Comprehensive sightseeing as detailed
• Port and park charges

About Coral Expeditions

Coral Expeditions is Australia's leading small ship and expedition cruise line, with an unrivalled worldwide reputation for cruising excellence built over more than 30 years. With a fleet of 3 small ships taking guests to some of the most beautiful, yet undiscovered, regions of Asia-Pacific, these intimate cruises are designed to maximise the expedition experience. Cuisine is prepared small batch on board, reflecting high quality Australian produce and wine. Coral Expeditions operates to Australian standards of safety with Australian senior crew, interpretive programmes, Expedition Leaders, Guest Lecturers, Marine Biologists, and SCUBA Instructors.

Itinerary

DAY 1 HOBART AND RIVER DERWENT

DAY 2 GRANDVEWE CHEESES AND RECHERCHE BAY DISCOVERY

DAY 3 & 4 TASMANIAN WILDERNESS WORLD HERITAGE AREA

DAY 5 COASTAL CRUISE AND ADVENTURE BAY

DAY 6 FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK AND MARIA ISLAND

DAY 7 TASMAN NATIONAL PARK AND PORT ARTHUR HISTORIC SITE

DAY 8 CRUISE CONCLUDES IN HOBART

Departures

Departs Mondays

2015

• November 16, 23, 30
• December 7, 14, 21, 28

2016

• January 4, 11, 18, 25
• February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29