Mt. Wellington Tours

Experience the natural beauty of the Hobart region on a downhill bike tour from the summit of Mt Wellington. With a guide, you’ll start your bike ride at the top of the mountain, elevation 4,160 feet (1,270 meters), where you can marvel at the panoramic view of the city and surrounding scenery before hopping on your bike and taking off down the hill, pedaling all the way back to sea level. Select a departure time when booking.

Combine visits to Mount Wellington and the Tahune AirWalk on this 6-hour shore excursion from Hobart. Other stops include the Derwent River, Salamanca Palace, Battery Point, the Channel Heritage Center, and the Shot Tower. This small-group tour includes round-trip port transportation.

Take a full-day from Hobart that visits to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington and a wildlife sanctuary. Soak in views of Hobart and local history, and see Tasmanian devils up close. Includes guide, entrance tickets, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the natural landscape of Tasmania on a private day tour with round-trip transport from the doorstep of your Hobart accommodation. In addition to navigating, your guide ensures you visit the best locations for photo opportunities and landscape views, from the summit of Mount Wellington to the Tahune Airwalk, a network of bridges suspended in the treetops (admission included).

When you arrive in Hobart, visit two of the most popular attractions outside the city on this tour to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Mount Wellington (officially known as kunanyi / Mount Wellington). You'll have the chance to see Tasmanian animals and admire views of Hobart from the summit of the mountain.

Get panoramic views from the top of majestic Mt. Wellington on this half-day tour. With a guide to provide commentary on the flora, fauna, history, and culture of Hobart, take an easy walk around the summit and visit the country's oldest brewery, Cascades.

Visit two of the top attractions in Hobart on a full-day tour that includes visits to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington and MONA (Museum of Old and New Art). Your tour includes transportation and entrance tickets so that you can easily experience the best of Tasmania's capital.

Climb up Mount Wellington on a hiking tour from Hobart that gives you the chance to stand at the summit of this 4,170-foot (1,271-meter) mountain outside the city. With two hiking guides, you'll trek uphill, passing by waterfalls and admiring the lush environment dotted with wildflowers. A barbecue lunch is provided halfway through the hike.

Schedule a chartered cruise on the Derwent River in Hobart for your own group of up to 40 friends, family, or colleagues. Ride in comfort aboard a private 65-foot (20-meter) vessel during your tailored day out on the water.  When booking, select the duration you prefer for your charter, from three to eight hours. Trips from Hobart are also offered to locations within Storm Bay and D’Entrecasteaux.

When in Tasmania, journey across the Hobart shore on this 5-hour tour to see well-known landmarks and learn about the history of this area of Australia. Catch sight of the Tasman Bridge, Mt. Wellington, St. John’s Church, Granny Rhodes’ cottage, and Kangaroo Bluff. Plus drop by the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and see kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, and koalas.

Treat your special someone to a scenic helicopter flight that travels from Hobart to Frogmore Creek Winery, topped off with a wine tasting and optional winery lunch. Prepare to be amazed by aerial views of the River Derwent, the Tasman Bridge and Mt Wellington, hearing informative commentary from your pilot as you go. Land near the vineyards and head into the tasting room to enjoy the specialty cool-climate wines of Frogmore Creek. If you like, choose the lunch upgrade when booking to include a memorable meal at the winery, which features seasonal local produce and other locally produced fare, accompanied by a bottle of wine.

Please note: This product is specifically designed for land-based customers when making a booking. Cruise Ship passengers should access product 13015P26, which is the identical itinerary, but provides for instantaneous confirmation, different departure time and pick-up instructions.Take in the views from Mount Wellington, hand-feed a kangaroo and journey through the Coal River Valley on this 5-hour tour from Hobart. Admire the historic buildings along Salamanca Place and Battery Point; climb to the 4,167-foot (1,270-meter) peak of Mt Wellington for spectacular views over Hobart; then enjoy a close encounter with wallabies, wombats and Tasmanian devils at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Finally, follow the scenic Coal River to the heritage town of Richmond to discover the secrets of Tasmania’s convict history. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people.

The Australia Multi-City Attractions Pass allows you to visit top attractions throughout Australia at a great savings. Choose from five, seven or ten tickets to be loaded onto a smartcard, which you then use for easy entry to the best attractions in Sydney, Melbourne, the Gold Coast and destinations throughout Tasmania. You have an entire three months to use your tickets from the date of card activation. Use your tickets all in one city, or spread them over as many cities as you like, and save up to 40% on regular admission prices.

Take a Hobart sightseeing cruise to admire coastal scenery and learn about the maritime history of Tasmania’s capital city. As you travel along the River Derwent to Betsey Island and Iron Pot Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in Australia, you’ll enjoy sights like Hope Beach, Mt Wellington and Shot Tower. Listen to stories from your guide about life on the sea, from shipwrecks to settlers, on this small-group tour limited to 12 people. 

Visit Mt Wellington for views of Hobart and the surrounding scenery on this coach tour. After hotel pickup, travel to the summit of the mountain, where, on a clear day, you can look out at the city, the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and Bruny Island. Admire the rocky landscape of the mountain, including the Organ Pipes rock formation, and see sights like Cascade Valley.

Enhance a Hobart sightseeing tour with included admission to the MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), one of the most fascinating—and talked-about—museums in Australia. Start with the city tour to see top Hobart attractions like Salamanca Place, Victoria Dock, Battery Point and Cascade Brewery. Then arrive at MONA for a look at its varied collection, from Neolithic artifacts to controversial art installations. A ferry ride on the River Derwent is also included for a well-rounded Hobart sightseeing experience.  

Combine panoramic views from the top of Mt Wellington with controversial art at one of Australia’s most interesting museums on this Hobart day tour. Travel to Mt Wellington’s summit to enjoy its alpine setting and views that can reach Bruny Island on a clear day. Then visit the MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) to see varying exhibits from Egyptian mummies to modern installations. Plus, take a ferry ride on the River Derwent, and see other Hobart sights like Cascade Valley, Battery Point and St David’s Park.

Pair two of the Hobart area's top attractions—Mt. Wellington and the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary—on a single tour. Learn about the Hobart area's wildlife, culture, and Tasmanian history through a guide's commentary as you travel. Summit majestic Mt. Welllington at 4,170 feet (1,271 meters) above sea level, then see Tasmanian wildlife at the Bonorong Sanctuary, home to many Tasmanian devils.

Discover Australia’s dark past and learn the truths of its fascinating convict history on this full-day tour to Port Arthur from Hobart. Get a glimpse into 19th-century Tasmania at Port Arthur, with a guided walking tour and a harbor cruise around the UNESCO-listed penal settlement. Next, follow the notorious Tasmania Convict Trail, stopping at historic towns like Doo Town and Richmond, home to Australia’s first convict-built bridge. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Take to the air from Hobart on a scenic helicopter tour with stunning views of Mt Wellington, the River Derwent, the Tasman Bridge and more. Choose a 20- or 60-minute to see Tasmania’s incredible landscape, with commentary on the landmarks below from your expert pilot. The longer tour option includes the eastern coastline and views all the way to Tasman Island. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Hobart.

Visit three of Tasmania's finest whisky distilleries by private helicopter on a deluxe half-day tour. Enjoy tastings and distillery tours at Redlands Distillery, Nant Distilling Company and Lark Distillery, then top off your tour with lunch at Frogmore Creek Winery (own expense) if desired. You'll hear informative commentary about the region from your expert pilot while in the air. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Hobart.

Depart from Hobart for a full-day VIP day wine and art tour across the Derwent River at the MONA (Museum of Old and New Art). Your day includes admission to the museum, a 2-course meal matched with wine at The Source restaurant, a private Moorilla winery tour, an intimate wine tasting in the owner David Walsh's private barrel room, a bottle of wine to bring home, and round-trip ferry transport from the Brooke Street Pier.

A 7 day relaxing personalized tour of Tasmania. See Hobart and surrounds from the top of Mt Wellington to a 5 1/2 hour cruise on the Gordon River, a World Heritage Area. Taking in the tranquillity of Cradle Mountain and Wineglass Bay, with many other sights along the way. This package does not include accommodation, allowing you the flexibility to book the hotel of your choice in each city, within your budget.