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Coastal Tasmania: Untamed Wilderness

Ship: Douglas Mawson   
Departure: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Nights: 10 nights
Departs: Hobart
Returns: Hobart
Return Trip
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Duration
10
Nights
Days at Sea
2
Sea Days
Ports
7
Ports
Countries Visted
1
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Coastal Tasmania: Untamed Wilderness

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Hobart, Australia Embark
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

    2 Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Hobart, Australia
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

    3 Thursday, December 4, 2025 South Bruny Island, Australia
    View of South Bruny Island, Australia

    Bruny Island is an island off the south-eastern coast of Tasmania. It is comprised of two islands, North and South Bruny, that are joined by a long, narrow 40 metre wide sandy isthmus. It is the home of the beautiful South Bruny National Park and provides the ultimate Tasmanian wilderness experience. Read more about South Bruny Island, Australia

    4 Friday, December 5, 2025 Maatsuyker Island Group, At Sea
    5 Saturday, December 6, 2025 Hunter Island Group
    6 Sunday, December 7, 2025 Kent Island Group, Australia
    7 Monday, December 8, 2025 Flinders Island, Australia
    View of Flinders Island, Australia

    Our next stop is Flinders Island here we go ashore to see aboriginal paintings and by now everyone will also want to spend as much time in the water as possible! The delights of the Great Barrier Reef are just a fin kick off the beach and in swimming pool like conditions you will be astounded by the colour of corals and fish alike. Read more about Flinders Island, Australia

    8 Tuesday, December 9, 2025 Coles Bay, Australia
    View of Coles Bay, Australia

    Coles Bay, the hub of tourism on Tasmania's east coast, is the main access point to Freycinet National Park. Whalers, farmers, tin and coal miners, were some of the many people who originally settled here, but today the population of around five hundred is outnumbered by the numerous tourists. The town is on the northern end of Great Oyster Bay with stunning views of the red and pink granite peaks known as The Hazards, on the Freycinet Peninsula. Read more about Coles Bay, Australia

    9 Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Maria Island, Australia
    View of Maria Island, Australia

    Maria Island is a mountainous island-in the shape of a figure eight- just 4kms off the east coast of Tasmania, a short ferry ride east from Triabunna, which is a one and a half hour road trip north-east of Hobart. From Aboriginal contact to whaling and sealing post, from penal settlement to Italianate rural utopia and health resort, Maria Island inspired both intense sorrow and huge dreams in its long history of human habitation. Read more about Maria Island, Australia

    10 Thursday, December 11, 2025 Port Arthur, Australia
    View of Port Arthur, Australia

    Port Arthur, among the most significant convict era sites in the world, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage register. It is located about 60 km SE of the state capital Hobart on the Tasman Peninsula. It enjoys a temperate climate (13 to 22 deg.C.) with refreshingly cool southern air. Read more about Port Arthur, Australia

    11 Friday, December 12, 2025 Hobart, Australia Disembark
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

  • Ship

    Douglas Mawson Overview

    Douglas Mawson

    Designed for global discovery.

    Setting sail in 2025, Douglas Mawson is the newest ship in the Aurora Expeditions fleet. This purpose-built vessel will redefine small-ship expedition cruising. Named after the legendary Australian geologist and explorer, this small ship embodies Mawson's pioneering spirit and has been designed for global discovery.

    Featuring the streamlined Ulstein X-BOW, the ship can cut through swell, offering unrivalled stability on ocean crossings to help reduce fuel consumption. The Douglas Mawson can take a maximum of 130 adventurers onboard their expedition departures and just 154 on their small ship cruises, all in smooth and quiet comfort. Built for adventure, the Douglas Mawson features zodiac access points and an activities platform that make boarding the zodiacs as quick as possible, getting you closer to the action for longer.

  • Cabins

    Douglas Mawson Cabins

    Captain's Suite

    Captain's Suite

    Captain's Suite on the Douglas Mawson Captain's Suite on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    CS

    Cabin amp; balcony combined size: 45.22m2 (486.7ft2).The largest of all rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite on the Douglas Mawson Junior Suite on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    JS

    Cabin amp; balcony combined size: Up to 41.47m2 - 41.87m2 (446.4ft2 - 450.7ft2).The four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.

    Balcony

    Balcony

    Balcony on the Douglas Mawson Balcony on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    BS1, C, B, Asi, A, ASSu

    Stateroom amp; balcony combined size: 27.77m2 - 36.27m2 (298.9ft2 - 390.4ft2)With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superiors are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

    Oceanvew

    Oceanvew

    Oceanvew on the Douglas Mawson Oceanvew on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    ATW1, ATR1, ASS1, AS1

    Stateroom size: 15.37msup2; - 15.97msup2; (165.4ftsup2; - 171.9ftsup2;)The Douglas Mawson features two Aurora Stateroom Twin cabins featuring windows, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that's close to the action.

  • Deck Plans

    Douglas Mawson Deck Plans

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  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Douglas Mawson

    Aurora Expedition Experience

    Aurora Expedition Experience

    Explore your passion for adventure with Aurora Expeditions and receive:

    • Complimentary meals and beverages.
    • Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket on polar voyages.
    • Travel in small groups, enjoy zodiac cruises, guided walks and some other activities.
    • Expert guides that are highly acclaimed expedition specialists.
    • Captain’s Welcome and Farewell drinks including four-course dinner with beverages.
    • Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consult)

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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Oceanvew

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Balcony at the Douglas Mawson

Balcony

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Junior Suite at the Douglas Mawson

Junior Suite

From $14033
Captain's Suite at the Douglas Mawson

Captain's Suite

From $22381

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  • Coastal Tasmania: Untamed Wilderness

    Cruiseline: Aurora Expeditions Ship: Douglas Mawson Departure: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Nights: 10 nights Departs: Hobart Returns: Hobart

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