Bay Retreat Port Arthur

Port Arthur can seem a very different place after sunset, full of mystery and intrigue. Join a lantern-lit walking tour to experience the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site by night. After sharing the hidden side of the convict settlement for more than 20 years, Port Arthur remains Australia's 'must-do' ghost tour experience. Rich storytelling and pathways through darkened ruins and heritage buildings reveal bizarre occurrences during Port Arthur's history, baffling and alarming convicts, soldiers, residents and many of our visitors today. The 90-minute tour covers a distance of two kilometres. Due to the limited access through the dark recesses of our heritage buildings, the Ghost Tour is not suitable for people with restricted mobility and is not wheelchair accessible. Port Arthur Ghost Tours operate after dark every Wednesday to Sunday (except Christmas night). Departure times change throughout the season so check the website for details. Tours are limited to 25 people, bookings are essential. Port Arthur Ghost Tours operate in most weather conditions, so make sure you’re prepared for the conditions.

TAILORED SPECIFICALLY FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS. The historical site isn't the only reason people flock to Port Arthur. Whilst docked here, don't miss the chance to explore outside of the sandstone walls of the historic site. The Tasman Peninsular offers so much! Picturesque landscapes, spectacular rock formations, breath-taking views of some of the tallest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere and so much more. A good half-day trip isn't a great trip without the accompaniment of fine local produce, which Tasmania is known and loved for. Which is why we will take you to the Blow Hole where you can purchase fresh local seafood in a spectacular setting. We will also call into the Port Arthur Lavender Farm and Federation Chocolate where you can treat yourself if you have a sweet tooth!

Explore the Spectacular Coastline from Port Arthur Historic Site to Cape Raoul on Pennicott Wilderness Journeys' Cape Raoul Cruise. With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, Tasman National Park is a coastal wonderland. Here the waters of the Southern Ocean collide with the towering ancient cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula, creating dramatic caves and arches, ending spectacularly at Cape Raoul, its dolerite columns like steps down into the ocean waters. The Tasman National Park borders the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, where the formidable coastal terrain added to the feared reputation of the brutal penal colony. Today, this historic location stands as one of Australia’s premier attractions, offering a gateway to the region’s natural beauty. Our local guides are excited to welcome you on our Cape Raoul Cruises, giving you the opportunity to explore this phenomenal coastline for yourself, directly from the Port Arthur Historic Site. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is a highly acclaimed environmental tourism operator, winning 15 National Tourism Awards and 32 Tasmanian Tourism Awards. The family business has been operating for 25 years and is dedicated to operating in harmony with the environment and local communities.