Top Launceston Outdoor Activities

Indulge your inner daredevil with a full-day canyoning expedition in the Cradle Mountain Canyons. Explore the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Tasmania as you hike through the rainforest, abseil down canyon walls and waterfalls, and brave hair-raising cliff jumps and waterslides, including the 10-meter-high ‘Laundry Shoot’. This small-group tour is suitable for all skill levels, including first timers, and includes lunch.

Enjoy the natural environment of Launceston on a canopy tour in the forest. You'll travel across the treetops on a zipline course that takes you to different 'cloud station' platforms, where you can admire the view and catch your breath. Plus, zoom over the Piper River on one of the longest ziplines in Australia with a length of 1,312 feet (400 meters).

Enjoy a fun and refreshing half-day canyoning tour at the Dove River in Lost World Canyon, a beautiful part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Float and walk through a breathtaking section of river on a moderately challenging canyoning adventure led by experienced guides. See gorges that are surrounded by native button grass, ancient King Billy pines, the slopes of Cradle Mountain, and hear about local history and wildlife from your guide. Your tour includes the use of all necessary equipment, including wetsuits and helmets.

Get away from the cities and the crowds on this three day camping tour around the isolated Tasmanian wilderness. Starting at the orange rocks of the Bay of Fires, travel south down Tasmania’s east coast to the white-sand beaches and crisp blue waters of the Freycinet Peninsula. Spend your days hiking around the coast and through the dense rainforests nearby, and bed down for the night in the roomy canvas tents provided.

Explore the tranquil Hollybank Forest, just a short drive north of Launceston, without worrying about heavy hiking packs or sweaty clothes on this short segway tour. Ride a heavy-duty segway down the peaceful forest paths while your guide tells you about the forest’s history and the changing ecosystem. At the end of the tour, take home a USB drive of digital photographs, taken by the tour team, to remember your forest adventure by.

Whether you’re looking for a fun, family activity or you’re keen to explore the Meander Valley region, you’ve come to the right place. At Meander Wilderness Experiences we’re all about highlighting the unique flora and fauna of the Meander River while you soak (literally!) in the sights.

The full day adventure and dining package is the ideal day pass for those wishing to experience everything that Penny Royal Launceston has on offer. Combining both local convict history and adrenaline pumping activities with a break in your day to dine at either the Penny Royal Wine Bar and Restaurant or Brady's Tavern. Both eateries offer locally sourced produce whether you be after a wood fired pizza or a scotch fillet steak - we have it all!  - duration 5 hours. Penny Royal Launceston is conveniently located just minutes from the city center and right next door to the world-renowned Cataract Gorge.   

Want to discover the best of the famous Cradle Mountain? Over 2-days, this small group tour will explore the park by foot with an option for many other activities such a canoeing on the lake or canyoning the spectacular rivers in the park, or simply watching the wildlife. To complete the experience, camp in comfortable canvas tents at a nearby property where you can enjoy a camp fire in the evening, cook a hearty meal and get ready for more adventure and exploring the next day.

Explore Tasmania's world-acclaimed Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails with experienced guides, local gourmet food and unique accommodation. This three-day adventure includes two nights stay at the exclusive, architecturally-designed Pods and central Hub building. Stay in your own Pod in the middle of the forests that are the world-acclaimed Blue Derby network.Enjoy mouth-watering Tasmanian gourmet food, wine and beer.Ride the trails with the expert guidance of two Experience Leaders.