Posts by Alice van der Woude

Purpose-built for exploring Tasmania’s wild and remote frontiers, Odalisque III by On Board is welcomed as the latest member of the Luxury Lodges of Australia collection Luxury Lodges of Australia is a collection of independent luxury lodges and camps offering unforgettable experiences in Australia’s most inspiring and extraordinary locations. The collection showcases Australia’s unique style…

In May 2023, On Board hosted photographer Lean Timms and journalist Faith Campbell on a 4-night Port Davey Escape expedition cruise in the wildly remote, wildly beautiful Southwest Tasmania for the September issue of Qantas Travel Insider. Here’s an excerpt from the story, accompanied with a selection of Lean Timms images. “From the seaplane on…

Tasmania’s leading luxury lodge Saffire Freycinet has partnered with luxury expedition cruise operator On Board in a select series of exclusive expeditions – Coast to Coast Luxury – combining small ship adventure through the remote southwest corner of Tasmania’s Wilderness World-Heritage Area with a stay at Saffire Freycinet on the east coast’s spectacular Freycinet Peninsula.…

New Cessna Caravan seaplane to provide scenic city-to-wilderness transfers for On Board guests On Board is celebrating the arrival of a new seaplane for Tasmania’s latest luxury wilderness cruise experience. On Board’s new seaplane, operated in partnership with Above & Beyond, will provide door-to-door access from Hobart to expedition vessel Odalisque III at Port Davey.…

When the soft light of autumn kicks in, we know its time for annual Port Davey Photography Expedition Cruise In April each year, On Board hosts a very special experience in the southwest: a dedicated photography expedition. Guests onboard, with the support of our guides, set out to capture the dramatic scenery of Tasmania’s wild…

Deborah WACE is a Hobart-based art, fabric design and professional printmaking company creating luxurious, sophisticated and visually rich fabrics, fashion accessories, soft furnishings, wallpaper and limited-edition art On Board has partnered with Tasmanian artist Deborah Wace to use art to magnify and educate about threatened Tasmanian plants. Celebrating the uniqueness of Tasmanian plants and flowers,…

On Board’s highly anticipated new luxury expedition vessel was launched today Odalisque III’s launch ceremony celebrated Tasmania’s rich maritime history, World Heritage Wilderness Area and the talents of many Tasmanian artisans and suppliers involved in the boat’s design and build. The stylish 24-metre three-deck catamaran, catering for just 12 guests, is set to take luxury…

Ahead of the launch of our new expedition vessel tomorrow, take a first look at the luxe interiors The brand-new expedition catamaran is the third Odalisque that has been built and operated by the van der Woude family. The stylish 24-metre three-deck catamaran, catering for just 12 guests, is set to take luxury expedition cruising…

Just over a month to go until this luxury expedition vessel makes its way to Port Davey, Southwest Tasmania The vessel will be floated in the water in early January, with sea trials taking place not long after. As some of the soft furnishings go in, like carpets, benchtops, wall panelling and artwork, we’re starting…

New seaplane coming soon for Tasmania’s latest luxury wilderness cruise experience Guests will soon be able to depart Hobart’s waterfront and Cambridge aerodrome and touch down in style beside new Odalisque III in the remote south west. With expeditions departing from February 2023, the season of adventure just hit new heights. The Cessna Caravan Seaplane,…