Hobart Mt. Field, Mt Wellington & Wildlife Active Day Tour
by Tours Tasmania
Overview
This full-day tour lasts about 11 hours and begins with a 1.5-hour drive from Hobart to Mount Field National Park, one of Tasmania's oldest parks. Visitors spend approximately four hours exploring the park, starting with a walk to Russell Falls, a three-tiered waterfall accessible via an easy forest path. After viewing Russell Falls, the group climbs a set of stairs to Horseshoe Falls nearby. Next is a 30-minute circuit walk on the Tall Trees Track, where giant Swamp Gum trees reach around 80 metres tall. Participants then have the option to complete the full Three Falls Circuit walk, which includes Lady Barron Falls, or return early to the starting point. After the walks, the tour continues with a one-hour visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Here, visitors meet native animals such as wombats, Tasmanian devils, and echidnas, and have the opportunity to hand-feed kangaroos while learning from the sanctuary staff. The final stop is the summit of kunanyi/Mt. Wellington at 1271 metres elevation, where wide views across southern Tasmania can be seen. The tour includes entrance fees to Mount Field National Park and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. It is conducted in small groups led by professional guides who provide interpretive walks. Food and drinks are not included but can be purchased during a lunch stop. Participants should be prepared for active walking and carry only a day pack.
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Itinerary
Mount Field National Park
Mount Field National Park is Tasmania’s oldest park located about 1.5 hours from Hobart. It offers various walking trails through mixed forest and rainforest. Visitors spend around three hours exploring here, including stops at notable sites such as Russell Falls and the Tall Trees Track.
180 min
Russell Falls
Russell Falls is a 3-tiered waterfall accessible by an easy forest path. It is Tasmania’s most photographed waterfall. After viewing Russell Falls, guests climb stairs to Horseshoe Falls, a waterfall located further into the forest, often considered more impressive.
60 min
Tall Trees Walk
The Tall Trees Track is a 30-minute circuit walk featuring giant Swamp Gums that reach approximately 80 metres tall. The trail passes through a quiet rainforest with eucalypts and streams, providing views of these tall flowering plants.
60 min
Lady Barron Falls
The Three Falls Circuit continues from the Tall Trees Track where giant Swamp Gums around 80 metres tall are visible, the tallest flowering plants in the world. Guests may choose to complete the full circuit to Lady Barron Falls or return to the starting point for a less active option.
60 min
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary hosts native Tasmanian animals including wombats, Tasmanian devils, echidnas, and kangaroos. Visitors take an informative tour led by sanctuary staff and can hand-feed the kangaroos during this one-hour stop.
60 min
Mount Wellington
The tour concludes at the summit of kunanyi / Mt. Wellington, which rises 1271 metres above Hobart. On clear days, the views from the top extend widely across southern Tasmania. The group returns to Hobart around 5.30 pm.
60 min
Meeting point
Our General Meet Point is the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre at 20 Davey Street. The pickup time is 7:25am, be ready at 7:20am. The tour returns to this same location around 6.00pm. Hotel pick up is available from select Hotels. Contact the Tour Operator directly, via email, to enquire.
End point
Our General Meet Point is the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre at 20 Davey Street. The pickup time is 7:25am, be ready at 7:20am. The tour returns to this same location around 5.30pm. Hotel pick up is available from select Hotels. Contact the Tour Operator directly, via email, to enquire.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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