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We’re thrilled to share two huge pieces of news: Our new name and brand: On Board – Tasmanian Expedition Cruises A brand new vessel under construction To give you the inside scoop, we sat down with our founder and skipper Pieter van der Woude for a Q&A. Piet told us everything we need to know…

Many of you who have explored Tasmania’s Southwest will be familiar with Claytons Corner, a sheltered nook located in Bathurst Harbour. Fewer of you, however, will be aware of the origin of the corner’s name, and the life of the man who discovered it. Clyde Clayton and his wife, Win—sister of Deny King—lived in Port…

On Board guide, Peter Marmion, recently made an appearance on ABC’s “Ocean Odyssey”—a wildlife documentary series detailing the magnificent journey from the Great Barrier Reef down to Antarctica. The series focuses on educating the public on the importance of sustaining our planet through protecting the waters of the East Australian Current and associated marine life.…

Southwest Species The diversity of bird species inhabiting our Southwest wilderness is just of the many marvellous characteristics of the area. Visitors are often astounded by its abundance of wildlife, with many citing it as one of the main highlights of their visit. To provide you with further insight into those populating our Southwest skies,…

An incredible experience perfectly summarised by our friend, Jocelyn Pride, in WellBeing magazine. Jocelyn flawlessly articulates the intricacies of Tasmania’s Southwest landscapes and their rich history, describing the area as an “outdoor museum”. She has also captured some fantastic imagery, helping to illustrate the story along the way. To enjoy a vivid explanation of what…

Sunrise at Bramble Cove We’ve all seen stunning sunrises, picturesque sunsets… but witnessing these natural phenomena at Bramble Cove will take you to a whole new level. Sipping on a glass of bubbly on the Odalisque’s balcony whilst admiring the changing colours of the sky, and in turn, the water’s surface; this is a definite…

The Port Davey Portal We often boast about the magnificent Port Davey, however today we will be taking a step back, focusing on our Port Davey portal: Melaleuca. Experiencing Melaleuca opens your eyes to both Tasmania’s history, and its pristine World Heritage Wilderness. The view approaching the Melaleuca landing strip          …