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A wilderness cruise offers the best vantage point for Maria Island's rugged coastline and marine life.
Premium tour packages include an extended boat journey from Triabunna to Maria Island. The cruise lasts around four hours before dropping passengers on the island. The route travels past steep dolerite columns and deep granite sea caves.
Boutique tour vessels typically cap passenger numbers at 28 to 30 people. If you are prone to seasickness, bring motion sickness medication for this portion of the trip.
1 hourFur seals
This small rocky outcrop sits north of Maria Island. It hosts a large colony of Australian Fur Seals. The island is also known for its deep granite sea caves. Keep an eye on the water during the transit to spot dolphins and migrating whales.
15 minutesNatural skylight
Rainbow Cave is the largest granite sea cave in Tasmania. A massive natural skylight floods the cavern with light. Tour boats often maneuver deep inside the cave. This gives you clear views of the colorful rock walls.
Viewed from boatDolerite columns
These peaks feature 620-meter high dolerite columns that drop directly into the Tasman Sea. The water provides the best view of their massive scale. You will see these formations as the boat cruises along the coastline.
