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Wineglass Bay Cruises
Wineglass Bay Cruises
4.5
Boat ToursSightseeing ToursDolphin & Whale WatchingDay Trips
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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About
Wineglass Bay, nestled underneath the Hazards Mountain range, is a location of primeval peace and beauty. Experience the tranquility from a truly unique perspective with award winning Wineglass Bay Cruises. Step aboard Schouten Passage II for an unforgettable 4.5 hour cruise. Let our experienced and friendly crew guide you through the sights and history of the Freycinet Peninsula; taking you from the gentle shores of Coles Bay, to one of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Stop for lunch at Wineglass Bay and enjoy some of Tasmania’s finest fresh produce with a grazing platter served to you. Let go of the every day and absorb the serenity of your destination. The scenery is stunning, the wildlife abundant, and you will experience a rare, intimate outlook on one of Tasmania’s most extraordinary places.
Coles Bay, Tasmania, Australia
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W-Man77
Guildford, UK236 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
Very informative cruise with plenty to see. The head honcho of the organisation was skipper for this cruise so the commentary contained some personal insights which were great fun. We were lucky to see dolphins, seals, whales and a sea eagle as well as the spectacular coast of the Freycinet Peninsula.
We were booked on the lower deck which had the advantage of external access to the front of the vessel. The only downside was the bento-box lunch which didn't really match the quality of the rest of the offering. That's the only reason for my 4* rating (yes - I know - a bit mean but I do try to reserve 5*s for something that's really really excellent).
We were booked on the lower deck which had the advantage of external access to the front of the vessel. The only downside was the bento-box lunch which didn't really match the quality of the rest of the offering. That's the only reason for my 4* rating (yes - I know - a bit mean but I do try to reserve 5*s for something that's really really excellent).
Written 9 December 2023
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porchapoo
Hawera, New Zealand13 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
Was ok but we enjoyed the Gordon River Cruise more. The trip to Wineglass Bay is highly dependent on the weather and the open ocean conditions. We did not make it because of the swell. We respected the Skippers decision to turn back. They did notify us the day before that it was 50/50 and that we could change dates. There was a nice pod of dolphins in the channel and unfortunately also found a dead whale floating in the bay. If I did this again I would hold off booking until a few days out and check the weather conditions.
Written 9 December 2023
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JENNI9191
Singapore, Singapore1 contribution
Oct. 2023 • Family
ALTHOUGH THE VIEWS IS NICE BUT WE DID NOT ENJOY IT AFTER FEELING SICK DUE TO SEA SICKNESS. BUT THE STAFF IS VERY GOOD , ONE OF THEM HELP US AND GIVE US TIPS NOT TO FEEL SICK. HE GAVES US LEMON DRINK TO MAKE US FEEL BETTER AND LET US SIT ON THE STAIRS BEHIND THE BOAT WHERE HE COVER THE STAIRS WITH JACKETS AND WE CAN REST THERE UNTIL WE FEEL BETTER. BY THAT TIME WE MISSED TAKING THOSE PICS AT THE NICEST VIEW. I DID TOOK A FEW WHERE I SAW DOLPHINS OR SOMETHING BELOW THE DECK.
I DO NOT KNOW WHY SOME PPL DONT FEEL SICK AND SOME DO. NOT SURE IS IT BECAUSE THE BOAT IS GOING TOO FAST OR THE WAVES VERY CHOPPY.
I DO NOT KNOW WHY SOME PPL DONT FEEL SICK AND SOME DO. NOT SURE IS IT BECAUSE THE BOAT IS GOING TOO FAST OR THE WAVES VERY CHOPPY.
Written 8 December 2023
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jacksean64
Ipswich, Australia17 contributions
Up there with the best trips we have ever done. It was actually a 6 out of 5 because mother nature turned on a spectacular day. The colour of the water against the white beaches and granite rocks was amazing. Saw a whale, seals, dolphin and eagles etc. Beautiful meal. The crew regally made the day. Highly recommended.
Written 6 December 2023
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Love2travel
Sunshine Coast, Australia105 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
We had an amazing cruise… the staff were helpful, friendly and made the ‘dry’ safety brief quite humorous. They care very much about everyones’ safety and personal wellbeing to ensure everyone has a good time.
We were fortunate enough to travel on a day with very good weather and saw seals sunbaking, whales breaching and best of all a large pod of dolphins swam along side the boat for a short while. Spectacular! We also saw birdlife and, of course, the amazing landscapes and blue waters.
Lunch was fresh and tasty.
We really enjoyed this cruise.
We were fortunate enough to travel on a day with very good weather and saw seals sunbaking, whales breaching and best of all a large pod of dolphins swam along side the boat for a short while. Spectacular! We also saw birdlife and, of course, the amazing landscapes and blue waters.
Lunch was fresh and tasty.
We really enjoyed this cruise.
Written 16 November 2023
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PennicottJourneys
Thanks so much for your amazing feedback, we really appreciate it.
Cheers
Melinda
Written 27 November 2023
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Tracey D
Broome, Australia10 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Totally not worthy, cold meat and cheese, expensive drinks…staff perfect. The views are absolutely brilliant, ferry
Written 13 November 2023
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PennicottJourneys
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience with us. We are disappointed to hear that parts of the experience did not meet your expectations. The vessel we use for the cruise is a two storey catamaran with front and rear decks. It has been designed to explore the Freycinet Peninsula coastline safely. Lunch provided in our Vista Lounge is a light ploughman's lunch served in a lunch box to be able to eat in your seat or on one of the decks.
We are so glad to hear that you did find the coastline spectacular.
Cheers
Melinda
Written 27 November 2023
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Marie B
5 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
The weather wasn’t perfect on the day of our cruise. We were contacted the day before to let us know if the weather deteriorated there may be an alternate route.
On the day the crew kept us informed about the weather and let us know it would be good to go to wineglass bay. It was a bit rough but the crew were amazing letting us know all the time what was happening and checking on each passenger to ensure they were ok. It was definitely worth it. Wineglass bay was spectacular. We saw whales playing and the lunch was delicious. Thanks Noah and your team. You were amazing.
On the day the crew kept us informed about the weather and let us know it would be good to go to wineglass bay. It was a bit rough but the crew were amazing letting us know all the time what was happening and checking on each passenger to ensure they were ok. It was definitely worth it. Wineglass bay was spectacular. We saw whales playing and the lunch was delicious. Thanks Noah and your team. You were amazing.
Written 9 November 2023
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PennicottJourneys
Dear Marie
Thank you so much for your considered feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your Wineglass Bay Cruises experience despite the weather.
Cheers
Melinda
Written 9 November 2023
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Austrav55
Sydney, Australia180 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Friends
I have done many day cruises of this nature but several things made this best ever. The staff although young were very professional, knowledgeable and funny. Hands down the most safety conscious I've ever had but communicated why and what we needed to do in a relaxed but explicit manner and made it very safe for everyone. They were a very cohesive team. They adjusted the cruise to what we were seeing so lunch was very late but who cares when we saw the most phenomenal amount of wildlife in such a short space of time. It was tail end of whale season so I did not expect to see so many humpbacks I lost count plus hundreds of shearwater birds plus dolphins galore and sea eagles and an albatross. It was wildlife overload with so much happening all at once with birds taking off, dolphins surfing the bow and frolicking and whales breaching you didn't know where to look. The Staff were very excited for us to see so much in near perfect conditions. It was an adrenalin high.
Lunch was very nice ploughman style, well organized and catered well for dietary restrictions. We were lucky to see what we did but highly recommend this cruise.
Lunch was very nice ploughman style, well organized and catered well for dietary restrictions. We were lucky to see what we did but highly recommend this cruise.
Written 8 November 2023
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PennicottJourneys
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback. We really appreciate it.
Cheers
Melinda
Written 9 November 2023
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Buster
6 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
Honestly one of the best tours we’ve done. I can’t recommend this tour and it’s crew highly enough. I was a bit nervous when we saw the average age of the crew and skipper being 20-somethings (OK maybe mid 20s to early 30s). But the crew were brilliant! Friendly, confident and everyone knew what they were doing. The skipper was very knowledgeable sharing lots of information in a fun and relaxed way.
The food was just enough and it was great to trial locally sourced wine on board as well.
We were very lucky with the weather and the wildlife. The skipper took us out a bit further than normal, extending the time of the tour and we were rewarded with the sighting of 3 humpback whales and an albatross! Plus a colony of seals, the sea eagles nest and large flocks of shearwater birds doing their thing! Lots of stops along the way as well so we got to see and learn about the area and it’s history which was educational and really interesting.
We enjoyed a beautifully serene and long lunch on board whilst anchored in Wineglass Bay. The food was really lovely and better quality than I expected. All fabulous value for money.
A spectacular day and a highlight of our whole trip to Tasmania. Thank you Skipper Ewan (?spelling?) and crew for a wonderful experience.
The food was just enough and it was great to trial locally sourced wine on board as well.
We were very lucky with the weather and the wildlife. The skipper took us out a bit further than normal, extending the time of the tour and we were rewarded with the sighting of 3 humpback whales and an albatross! Plus a colony of seals, the sea eagles nest and large flocks of shearwater birds doing their thing! Lots of stops along the way as well so we got to see and learn about the area and it’s history which was educational and really interesting.
We enjoyed a beautifully serene and long lunch on board whilst anchored in Wineglass Bay. The food was really lovely and better quality than I expected. All fabulous value for money.
A spectacular day and a highlight of our whole trip to Tasmania. Thank you Skipper Ewan (?spelling?) and crew for a wonderful experience.
Written 2 November 2023
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PennicottJourneys
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback on your Wineglass Bay Cruises experience. It is such a beautiful part of the world which we love exploring.
Cheers
Melinda
Written 9 November 2023
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PackLite3
Brisbane, Australia6 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
Incredible day out on the water with Pennicott Tours at Freycinet. We were so lucky with the weather, and enjoyed perfect conditions to watch whales, albatross and so many other birds. The crew were professional, approachable and so very friendly. We felt very spoiled on the top deck with one of the most delicious lunches, and excellent service. Our second cruise in Tasmania over the years with Pennicott and can’t recommend them highly enough.
Written 29 October 2023
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PennicottJourneys
Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback, we really appreciate it.
Cheers
Melinda
Written 9 November 2023
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Hi, Im really assuming you do, but do u get off the bat at all during this tour? Couldn't find any info. if so where? Thanks.
pakabay
Adelaide, Australia2,088 contributions
No, you don't get off the boat during this cruise.
Gael J
Whittlesea, Australia65 contributions
im staying at Falmonth 13 to 16th october. how far away is Coles Bay away.
driving wise to there.
Wineglass Bay C
Coles Bay, Australia
Hi it is about an hours drive from Falmouth.
bambi102016
Prestatyn, UK4 contributions
Hi. I'm on holiday from Wales, UK. I'm coming to the East Coast for three nights from 10/11/12/ Feb 2017 . Any chance of me getting a booking when I arrive there please. Friends may want to come too. Thankyou.
Duncan S
Coles Bay, Australia
Thank you for your enquiry. The dates that you have requested are currently available. If you would like to place a booking we do require names of all passengers, mobile phone number, dietary requirements and credit card details to confirm your reservation. I would recommend booking for the 10th so you have a couple more days available in case the weather is inclement. You can book online, send us an email or give us a call on 6257 0355. Look forward to hearing from you.
G C
Singapore, Singapore95 contributions
Is the cruise choppy in Nov / Dec as I have 2 young kids of 7 and 9 on tow!
Wineglass Bay C
Coles Bay, Australia
Hi Thank you for your enquiry, but you may need to ring us a couple of days out as we have an update with the weather in advance and could let you know.
Regards
Do I need to book in advance for the wineglass bay cruise? Can I book the cruise over the counter on the day of departure?
Duncan S
Coles Bay, Australia
Hi Georgie
Thank you for your enquiry.
You may book online up until 8.30am on the morning of departure or contact our office on 62570355 from 8.30am, to make a reservation.
The cruise books out most days, bookings are highly recommended.
We look forward to welcoming you onboard!
Irene
nicolamcf
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
What lunch did they serve as my partners very picky lol
Duncan S
Coles Bay, Australia
Lunch is a Bento box Ploughman’s lunch full of delicious local produce including fresh salad, a selection of cured meats, smoked salmon, cheese, dried fruit, relish, biscuits, a bread roll and homemade chocolate. We can cater for most dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, dairy free, gluten free and pregnancy friendly :-)