A wonderful trip on Nereida - up the peaceful wild Gordon River in Tasmania to the Sir John Falls
25 January 2026 · 10 min · 397 views · Sir John Falls, Gordon River
What this video covers
Nereida navigates the Gordon River in southwest Tasmania, traveling upstream to reach the Sir John Falls.0:20 The river features tannin-stained, tea-colored water and requires careful navigation due to shallow sections, with a minimum depth of 4.4 meters recorded during the transit.0:26 The destination offers a jetty and a short walking path leading to the falls, which are situated among vertical rock faces and temperate rainforest.1:09 The area receives approximately three meters of annual rainfall, resulting in dense moss growth and lush vegetation, including ancient Huon pines.3:42 Near the falls, a well-maintained hut provides sleeping accommodations for rafters and hikers, featuring a communal room and a rail-based waste management system.5:21 Across the river lies Warner's Landing, a site historically associated with a proposed hydroelectric dam project.8:17 The Gordon River serves as a confluence for the Franklin River and provides a remote environment for kayaking and canoeing.8:24
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