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Explore the remote corners of Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed wilderness on an intimate, exclusive expedition cruise.

Odalisque III is a purpose-built boutique vessel for a maximum of twelve guests in seven cabins, built and launched in Tasmania in 2023 by On Board.

Adventures on Odalisque III, the new expedition catamaran, feature exclusive access to wilderness areas, with daily walks and adventure boat excursions via bespoke itineraries. Expert local guides, who double as walking encyclopedias, ecologists and environmentalists, tailor activities to guest interests.

On Board’s signature five-day experience is to Port Davey, a vast, fragile and spectacular harbour in Southwest Tasmania, inaccessible by road. A protected marine reserve, national park and UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, brushed by the westerly winds of the Roaring Forties, it is one of the world’s last places of raw, untamed beauty.

The Tasmanian-owned family-operated experience begins and ends in Hobart with a 40-minute scenic seaplane transfer to the floating lodge in the wilderness. The flight sets the scene for an epic adventure to come with bird’s-eye views over wild green valleys and wave-battered coastlines.

Once in the Southwest National Park, guests spend their days adventuring across the calm, reflective waters of Bathurst Harbour and its surrounding ancient rainforests, buttongrass plains, and quartzite mountain peaks. Beyond Port Davey’s entrance, explore the untracked sands of wild Southern Ocean beaches and the islands that protect the harbour, the last land contact between Tasmania and Antarctica. Along the way, spy rare and endangered wildlife, and learn of Tasmania’s Aboriginal people at a significant cultural living site.

Back on board, the reward for the day’s adventure includes a feast of Tasmania’s finest seafood, wines, and whiskies under a thousand stars. Lodgings feature all the soft luxuries, with expansive, ever-changing views of untouched waterways, peaks and forests through large windows.

Luxury Expedition Cruises to Remote Tasmanian Wilderness
On Board’s multi-day expeditions are the ultimate combination of luxury escape, wilderness cruise and guided walking tour.
Discover Freycinet, Port Davey, Bathurst Harbour, Melaleuca, southwest Tasmania & beyond from a boutique expedition catamaran. Explore remote lands with daily guided walks, tender excursions, and tailored itineraries in small groups.

Wake each day to a different view of Tasmania’s precious World-Heritage Wilderness & National Parks from floating luxury accommodation aboard the vessel Odalisque.

Locally-owned and family-operated since 1998, we know these waters intimately. Jump on board for an intimate, exclusive and truly Tasmanian experience.