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Relaxing Lunch Cruise
"Crayfish Lunch, Fishing, Kayaking cruise"
Crayfish Lunch, Fishing and Kayak Cruise (or smoked salmon and cold meats).
Relax with us and enjoy a wonderful 3 hour cruise on the sheltered waters of Macquarie Harbour aboard our beautiful steel yacht "Stormbreaker".
We will sail to a great spot in the harbour where majestic mountains enhance the view and there are no houses or cars as far as the eye can see.
Enjoy a serene cruise, have fun, and experience some of Tassie's best scenery from the comfort of this beautiful 65 foot sailing ketch!
Gordon River Cruise
"Pristine serene calm river wilderness"
Board our yacht "Stormbreaker" and depart from Strahan Wharf at 1.00pm to cruise the picturesque waters of Macquarie Harbour.
Following afternoon tea, you will arrive around 4pm, at the former penal settlement of Sarah Island, where we will take you ashore to discover the fascinating ruins and hear some tales of hardship and brutality.
Returning to the yacht in the afternoon, we will cruise the short distance to the entrance of the magnificent Gordon River, where our yacht meanders to the overnight destination of Heritage Landing...
Rafter Collection - Upper Gordon
"St John's Falls World Heritage Area"
Be among the lucky few to cruise 35km up the famous Gordon River to Sir John Falls aboard our 65ft (20m) steel ketch "Stormbreaker", as we navigate the river to collect a group of intrepid rafters who have paddled the mighty Franklin River.
Cruise Macquarie Harbour and enter the Gordon River and magnificent World Heritage Area.
We are the only company granted a Government license for this precious area, so it's a real treat to be aboard.
Bed & Breakfast at the Wharf
"Right in the heart of Strahan"
This comfortable yacht is available right in the heart of Strahan for the unique waterfront Bed and Breakfast.
Our jetty is very close to the other Gordon River Cruise boat departures and activities.
"Stormbreaker" offers two private double cabins, a large eight bunk cabin (with curtains for privacy), and two bathrooms with hot showers, toilets and hand basins.
Breakfast is continental style, which you prepare yourself. It is best to bring only a bag with what you need on board. Max. 10 guests.
The Yacht "Stormbreaker"
Comfort in the heart of the wilderness.
"A wonderful 65ft (20m) steel ketch"
West Coast Yacht Charters offers a timeless journey across Macquarie Harbour, from Strahan, into Tasmania's ancient temperate wilderness of the island's unspoiled West Coast.
You will discover breathtaking scenery and experience the wild West Coast whilst sailing on "Stormbreaker", a 20 metre (60 foot) steel ketch, under billowing sails with a maximum of nine others across one of Australia's largest harbours to the mouth of the Gordon River in Tasmania's Wilderness Heritage Area.
So, what are you waiting for?
What they are saying about us!
Here are some comments sent by our past guests.
Thursday, November 16, 2000 Ben stumbles across a getaway on water.
Stormbreaker is a magnificent 18m steel ketch... read more » Nine MSN Getaway Program
"Definately the highlight of our Tas. holiday. Thanks for the fun and wonderful long lasting memories we'll never forget." The Fergies. Adelaide. April 2007.
"A great experience for two grey haired dears. Thank you. Wait until we tell the grandchildren!" The Yates. Encounter Bay. SA.
"Trevor, your passion for sailing and the Tasmanian wilderness was always present during our sailing voyage to Heritage Landing. Thank you for the knowledge and stories that you shared." Robyn. Geelong. 2008
"Humbling, awesome, so special! A memory I will always treasure." Thank you. Jo. Sydney.
"Trevor-you and your team have given us a rare opportunity to share the beautiful pristine environment of the Gordon River. We thank you also for sharing part of your extensive knowledge of this area."
Peta and Ron 2010.
"Great time. Thanks for sharing your wonderful sailing vessel with us. It was lovely sleeping with the gentle rock of the boat." Lee and Anita. 2011.
Certainly the most original accommodation I had in Australia in the whole year. Unforgettable!" Fabrizio and Katrin. Italy/Germany.
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