Lonely Planet's 10 best boat journeys

IF you've always wanted to take your travels to the water but never known where you should go first, then this is the list for you.

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IF you've always wanted to take your travels to the water but never known where you should go first, then this is the list for you.

Lonely Planet has put together the ultimate boat journey bucket list, taking you on everything from cruises to rafting to sailing.

The list: Lonely Planet's top 10 boat journeys

Starting the list off at number 10 is rubber rafting down Australia's very own Franklin River, "a challenging and, at times, treacherous undertaking".

"The isolated wilderness of Tasmania's World Heritage area protects ancient plants and endemic creatures. Accessing it by boat can only be done between December and March, and requires an eight- to 14-day commitment - only experienced rafters are eligible."

But if relaxing is more your thing, a day tour of the emerald waters of Halong Bay, moving through its 3000-odd limestone islands, is, according to Lonely Planet, "simply sublime."

"The tiny islands are dotted with beaches and grottoes created by wind and waves, and have sparsely forested slopes ringing with bird tunes. There are more than 300 boats based at Bai Chay Tourist Wharf waiting to sweep you away to the World Heritage waters."

And, be prepared to expect the unexpected with the list, which also includes a cruise around the ice fjord of Disko Bay, Greenland. About seven-eighths of the larger icebergs here typically lie out of view, but the ones that break the surface are truly magical - a once in a lifetime experience.

But just what boat journey claims the number one spot? Click here to find out.

The list: Lonely Planet's top 10 boat journeys

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