On Board News

You’re more likely to spot a dolphin or a devil than another traveller in the faraway Southwest Wilderness, writes Jim Darby In April 2024, On Board hosted journalist Jim Darby…

A lap of luxury A seaplane transports guests to splendid comfort afloat in Tasmania’s wild far south-west, then up and across to an exclusive lodge on the island’s east coast….

Gold for On Board at the 2023 Australian Tourism Awards Privilege of place at the very highest standard has been recognised with On Board’s win at the recent Qantas Australian…

In December 2023, On Board hosted journalist Jo Bainbridge on a special Coast-to-Coast Luxury expedition, the first departure on a select series of expeditions combining three nights of expedition cruising…

On Board is representing Tasmania at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards As the winner of the New Business category at the Tasmanian Tourism Awards in November 2023, On Board will…

On Board has won gold for The Gustav Weindorfer Award for Best New Tourism Business at the premier 2023 Tasmanian Tourism Awards The awards are designed to recognise innovation, excellence…

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…

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…

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…

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….

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

Coming in 2023: 6x the volume, 6x the adventure & indulgence. The image above features a proud but tiny owner Pieter van der Woude set against the giant hull of…

The build of our new vessel, Odalisque III, has given us a great opportunity to further bring our operational sustainability to the highest possible standard. Our innovative vessel-based experience has…