The 12 Launceston Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 836 reviews · from $135Our pick

Terry leads this six-and-a-half-hour small-group tour from Launceston to three or four Tamar Valley vineyards. You will taste cool-climate wines, hear local stories, share Tasmanian produce, and enjoy lunch, with pickup and drop-off included.

“We went on the Tamar Valley Wine Tour and had such a fantastic time led by the energetic and most knowledgeable driver Terry who brought loads of fun to the day. Out group comprised of 11 persons. After easy pick up from our hotel wRead more”

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2.50-Minute Cataract Gorge Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 813 reviews · 50 min · from $31

Spend 50 minutes aboard the 1890s-style Lady Launceston, cruising from Kings Wharf and Seaport into Cataract Gorge. Your English-speaking skipper, including guides such as Josh, Huon, Riley, and Mark, provides local history, folklore, and gentle humor. Wheelchair access and free cancellation up to 24 hours are available.

“Great cruise, not too long with a great overview of the river and Gorge. Highly recommend”

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3.Cradle Mountain: Day Trip from Launceston with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 540 reviews · 10 hours · from $138

Travel from Launceston with guides such as Ben, David, Dale, or Steve, stopping at Sheffield before exploring Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, Glacier Rock, the Boat Shed, and Waldheim Chalet. Lunch, snacks, bottled water, transport, and the National Parks Pass are included.

“All spots were covered with adequate time in a very well planned manner. The day was especially clear with a brilliant view of the Cradle Mountain. Really appreciate David walking through all the stories around the place and really delivering an immersive experience that transports you to the history around the Cradle Valley.”

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4.Cradle Mountain Day Tour from Launceston Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 360 reviews · from $139

Travel from Launceston to Cradle Mountain with guides such as Steve, David, Ben, or Dale. Expect Sheffield murals, Dove Lake views, Waldheim Chalet, a rainforest walk, picnic lunch, wildlife sightings, and a long but rewarding day.

“Great tour! 1h30 at the lake to go see two lookouts and have lunch! We had the chances to see wombats as well!”

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5.2.5-Hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 291 reviews · 2h 30m · from $91

Spend 150 minutes cruising from Launceston into Cataract Gorge, then north along the Tamar past Tamar Island, vineyards, farms and historic riverfront towns. Your English-speaking skipper provides live commentary, while the crew serves afternoon tea, fruit, unlimited tea and coffee, plus small wine and beer tastings.

“Callum was excellent with clear and comprehensive commentary. The boat was very clean and comfortable, and Lisa was extremely attentive. I could not fault the experience, and even the weather was great.”

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6.Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 219 reviews · 7 hours · from $124

Travel from Launceston with guides such as Terry or Gillian to four Tamar Valley cellar doors, tasting cool-climate wines and learning each winery’s story. Lunch may be a restaurant meal or generous local platter, with gin tasting sometimes available. Hotel pickup and return are included.

“Terry was a great host . All the arrangements were fine .Vineyards had great variety . Hinton Bay at the end was the cherry on the cake .”

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7.Cradle Mountain: After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 161 reviews · 1h 30m · from $26Best value

Visit Devils@Cradle at your own pace, then join a 90-minute evening feeding tour with a sanctuary keeper. You’ll watch Tasmanian devils, spotted-tail quolls, and eastern quolls eat while learning about their biology, behavior, and conservation. Bring warm layers for the chilly mountain night.

“It was amazing to be so close to them. The guide was very informative and funny. You can see the passion she has for the animals Incredible experience”

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8.Cradle Mountain – Active Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 151 reviews · from $115

Travel from Launceston to Cradle Mountain with an English-speaking guide such as Graeme or Damien. Visit Sheffield’s murals, walk to Pencil Pine Falls, choose the Dove Lake circuit or Marion’s Lookout, then finish with Tasmanian ice cream and raspberries.

“A great day all round! Our guide was very knowledgable and could answer all of our questions. It was chilly and I was very impressed that they provided coats, hats and gloves too! Beautiful views and we saw a good few wombats! Even a Mum and baby.”

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9.4-Hour Batman Bridge Luncheon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 4 hours · from $126

Spend four hours aboard Tamar River Cruises, sailing from Launceston through Cataract Gorge and north to Batman Bridge. Expect live commentary, morning tea, lunch, cheese and fruit, local wine and beer tasting, and views of farms, vineyards, river settlements, and native birds.

“From beginning to end the activity was excellent. The Captain was really informative and the crew went out of their way to make it an enjoyable experience. I would definitely recommend this event.”

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10.Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 62 reviews · 1 day · from $123

Travel from Launceston to Freycinet National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Simon, Damian, or Rodney. Walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout, visit Honeymoon Bay and Sleepy Bay, then finish at Devils Corner Winery. Expect a full, active day with flexible stop times and no included meals.

“Rod was great. Only 2 people on the day so made it more personal.”

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11.Cataract Gorge Adventure Cruise Open Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · 1 day · from $31

Cruise from Launceston’s Kings Wharf into Cataract Gorge aboard the 1890s-style Lady Launceston. Your skipper shares local history and folklore while the boat’s quiet electric drive lets you hear the gorge and enjoy clear cliff views. The open ticket lets you choose a departure on your selected day.

“activité sans vrai intérêt juste une balade en bateau ⛵”

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12.Cradle Mountain National Park by Coach from Launceston

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 35 reviews · 9 hours · from $138

Travel from Launceston to Cradle Mountain National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Steve, Ben, or Dale. You’ll see Sheffield murals, cross Cethana Dam, walk near Waldheim Chalet and Dove Lake, watch for wombats, and finish with Ashgrove cheese tasting.

“Excellent excursion, Ben was an informative and attentive guide , nothing was to hard for him in accomadating my wife and myself , we had inclement weather that threw a spanner on our plans , but somehow he orgainsed our trip as scheduled.Could not recommend this company highly enough.. Thank you Ben for an informative and memorable experience”

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