6-Day Tasmanian Explorer Adventure Tour from Hobart

6-Day Tasmanian Explorer Adventure Tour from Hobart

By Under Down Under Tours

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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Explore Tasmania’s natural beauty on this 6-day tour. Discover the wild West Coast and the alpine wilderness of Cradle Mountain. We’ll also explore Tasmania’s pristine beaches of the East Coast including Wineglass Bay and the Bay of Fires. You’ll love seeing Tasmanian Devils at a wildlife sanctuary and visiting kunanyi/Wellington Park. Our outstanding guides ensure we show you Tasmania’s highlights as well as plenty of hidden gems. This small group tour of Tasmania is eco-certified, has a focus on nature and wildlife, and involves short walks in Tasmania’s world-class national parks.

Activity location

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
- Lyell Highway, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
- 7001, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

YHA Hobart Central
- 9 Argyle Street
- 7000, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

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Single Gender Dormitory

Earn $24.51
6d
English

Our Standard Accommodation Option. Single Gender Dormitory. 4-8 Beds per Room.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$816.89 x 1 Adult$816.89

Total

Hostel Double

Earn $28.05
6d
English

Minimum 2 people. Double bed. Basic Private Room with Shared Bathroom. Subject to Availability.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$935.08 x 1 Adult$935.08

Total

Hostel Twin

Earn $28.05
6d
English

Minimum 2 people. Twin Beds. Basic Private Room with Shared Bathroom. Subject to Availability.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$935.08 x 1 Adult$935.08

Total

Motel Double

Earn $32.64
6d
English

Minimum 2 People. Queen Bedding. Private Motel Room with Private Ensuite Bathroom.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$1,088.04 x 1 Adult$1,088.04

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Motel Twin

Earn $32.64
6d
English

Minimum 2 people. Twin Bedding. Private Motel Room with Private Ensuite Bathroom. Subject to Availability.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$1,088.04 x 1 Adult$1,088.04

Total

Hostel Single

Earn $36.39
6d
English

1 Person only. Basic Private Room with Shared Bathroom.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$1,213.16 x 1 Adult$1,213.16

Total

Motel Single

Earn $43.70
6d
English

One Person Only. Single Private Motel Room with Private Ensuite Bathroom.
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

$1,456.51 x 1 Adult$1,456.51

Total

What's included, what's not

Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to see Tasmanian Devils and other wildlife
Hobart CBD Hotel, Hostel and Motel pickup and drop off
Expert guide
Advanced Eco-Certified Tour
National Park Entry Fees
5 nights accommodation
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Know before you book

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Gender is required at time of booking
Minimum age is 8 years, travellers aged between 8-16 will need to travel with a guardian.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Activity itinerary

Day 1: HOBART > STRAHAN

5 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at Strahan Retreat (hostel accommodation options) or Motel Strahan (Motel accommodation options).

Mount Field National Park

Today we will drive through the Western Wilds. We’ll walk among some of the world’s tallest trees and see the beautiful Russell Falls at Mount Field National Park.

Lake St. Clair

1h
Admission ticket included

We’ll visit the expansive Lake St Clair, Australia’s deepest freshwater lake. Here you'll enjoy lunch and a wander along the short tracks by the lake.

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park

2h
Admission ticket included

The drive through the Franklin-Gordon National Park offers pristine rainforest and mountain scenery. We typically stop at Nelson Falls and Franklin River to learn about the history and environment of this wild part of Tasmania.

Queenstown

You’ll enjoy the rugged scenery around the old mining town of Queenstown. Your guide will tell you tales of early European history that visibly shaped the region.

Strahan

We overnight in the harbourside and very lovely town of Strahan which sits on Macquarie Harbour and gateway to the World Heritage rainforests.

Day 2: WILD WEST COAST

4 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at Strahan Retreat (hostel accommodation options) or Motel Strahan (Motel accommodation options).

Henty Dunes

We'll climb up the dunes and see their expansive range close to the West Coast.

Ocean Beach

Take in the cleanest air in the world at the wild and rugged Ocean Beach.

Strahan

Explore historic and scenic Strahan, nestled on shores of Macquarie Harbour. We'll have a look around town and then head out to explore the rainforests of the West Coast and Henty Sand Dunes.

World Heritage Cruises

6h
Admission ticket not included

You have the option of joining one of the most magnificent river cruises imaginable - the Gordon River Cruise. From 9-2pm take in the scenery at Hells Gates, Sarah Island and upriver into ancient rainforests. Enjoy lunch onboard. Choose this option for a more relaxed day (instead of a rainforest hike and Henty Dunes). Rejoin the group for Ocean Beach. This activity is an extra cost and is bookable through Under Down Under prior to travel.

Day 3: CRADLE MOUNTAIN > LAUNCESTON

3 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at Olde Tudor Hotel

Cradle Mountain

5h
Admission ticket included

At the alpine and glacial carved World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain National Park, choose a walk to suit your fitness. The Dove Lake circuit is one of the best short walks in Australia, while the walk to Marion’s Lookout is more challenging but offers incredible alpine views. We'll also look for wombats at Ronny Creek.

Sheffield

On our way to Launceston we'll stop at the Town of Murals, Sheffield, to see the colourful artisic impressions of local life.

Launceston

We'll stay the night in one of Australia's oldest cities, Launceston. Many guests enjoy a night out at a local pub.

Day 4: LAUNCESTON > BICHENO VIA BAY OF FIRES

4 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at Bicheno UDU Lodge (Hostel accommodation options) and Beachfront Bicheno (Motel accommodation options)

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Enjoy a short walk in this nature reserve that lies along the South Esk River, right in the city! Look for wallabies and peacocks as you enjoy the natural surroundings.

St Helens

Enjoy lunch in this fishing town on the East Coast.

Bay of Fires

Walk along the white sands of the magical larapuna/ Bay of Fires. We’ll take our time to savour the coastal views with turqouise waters and lichen clad orange boulders. It is an important area for palawa people.

Bicheno

Tasmania's favourite local beach town, Bicheno is our home for tonight. It is also home to the little penquin which burrows in the shores and returns from the sea at night time.

Day 5: FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK

2 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at YHA Central Hobart (Hostel accommodation options) or Travelodge Hobart (Motel accommodation options)

Freycinet National Park

5h
Admission ticket included

Freycinet is Tasmania’s most famous coastal National Park, and today you’ll explore its beaches, forests, coves, and lookouts. See the pink granite Hazards mountain range from tranquil Honeymoon Bay. Then, you may be keen for a challenging climb to the summit of Mt Amos. Alternatively, you may prefer to walk to the lookout to view the curved white sands of Wineglass Bay and continue to the beach below. Finally, we’ll take in the stunning ocean and mountain views from Cape Tourville before returning to Hobart via the Great Eastern Drive.

Hobart

Enjoy the night exploring the nightlife of Hobart. You may wish to walk along the historic waterfront and explore the Salamanca region or head up to the lively restaurants and bars by North Hobart.

Day 6: TASMANIAN DEVILS, RICHMOND & WELLINGTON PARK

3 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Bonorong is Tasmania’s best-known conservation and wildlife sanctuary. Here we’ll meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils.

Richmond

We'll grab lunch and take our time to explore Richmond including RIchmond Bridge and walk amongst the colonial village's treelined streets and heritage buildings.

Wellington Park

Known locally as “The Mountain” or by its palawa name, kunanyi. Here our guide will provide an experience which explores its diverse features such as fern glades, eucalyptus forests, dramatic rock columns and boulder fields. There are superb walking tracks to spectacular lookouts. This is our final experience together as our tour comes to an end.

Location

Activity location

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
- Lyell Highway, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
- 7001, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

YHA Hobart Central
- 9 Argyle Street
- 7000, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

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