On Board News

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…

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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…

Alexis Buxton-Collins recently joined us on an East Coast Expedition from Hobart to Coles Bay. With a story published in Australian Traveller Magazine, Alexis has told of “regular flourishes of luxury”,…

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…

One of top things to do in Southwest Tasmania is to explore the sea caves lining this remote coastline. These incredible natural attractions are a real highlight for our guests…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

Former policeman and abalone diver Pieter van der Woude has a passion for sharing Tasmania’s Southwest Wilderness. So much so that he launched his own cruise expedition operation – On…