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  1. Hobart: Private Bespoke Tasmania Day Tour with Local Guide, Hobart1

    1. Hobart: Private Bespoke Tasmania Day Tour with Local Guide

    5.0· 2 reviews· 8 hours

    Tasmania rewards those who explore it with a local. That is exactly what this service delivers. An expert local guide, comfortable private transport, and a full day built around you. No fixed itinerary, no coach, no compromise. Wildlife enthusiast, food lover, photographer, history buff, or a group chasing something off the beaten track, your guide designs the day around your priorities. Ben Andrews and his team have deep roots in Tasmania and a local network that opens doors most visitors never find. Boutique wineries, distilleries, studio visits, pottery and gin-making workshops, birdwatching in pristine reserves, or the best lunch spots the guidebooks have not caught up with yet. Regions and experiences include the Huon Valley, Tasman Peninsula, Mt Field National Park, kunanyi/Mt Wellington, MONA, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Coal River Valley, Maria Island, Freycinet, and the far south. Share your bucket list and your guide will help you tick it off.

  2. Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip, Hobart2

    2. Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip

    4.9· 142 reviews· 15 hours

    Want the biggest, boldest day trip from Hobart? Join our small group road trip to one of the world’s most breathtaking places — Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake. We leave early for a fun, safe, efficient full-day adventure focused entirely on Cradle Mountain. No overnight stay needed — just bring your day pack. Enjoy a stunning drive through Tasmania’s heart: charming towns, farmland, forest, mountains, lakes and rivers. You’ll see more of the island in one day than most do in a week — with thoughtful commentary and plenty of quiet time to take it all in. At Cradle Mountain, we guide you inside the National Park for up to 5 hours — perfect for hiking, photographing, or simply breathing in the alpine magic. We depart Hobart at 6am and return by 9pm. Book direct with Sam at Derwent Experience. Discounts may apply for groups or multiple bookings.

  3. Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond, Hobart3

    3. Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

    4.9· 773 reviews· 9 hours

    Summit Mt.Wellington before enjoying a scenic drive along the Derwent River to Mt. Field National Park. Visit Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and end the day strolling the historic streets of Richmond. Inclusions: Selected hotel pickup/drop off Small group Local Guide

  1. Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart, Hobart4

    4. Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart

    4.8· 519 reviews· 9.5 hours

    Discover Tasmania’s Bruny Island on this full-day tour from Hobart. Feel the awesome power of the Southern Ocean on a three-hour coastal wilderness cruise around the island, where you’ll see pristine beaches, remote coastlines and wildlife in its natural habitat. Experience a rush of adrenaline as the custom-built eco-cruiser travels along sheer cliff faces, exploring deep-sea caves. Plus, enjoy morning tea and lunch on the island.

  2. Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart, Hobart5

    5. Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

    4.8· 488 reviews· 10.5 hours

    Explore the Tasman Peninsula from both land and sea on a full-day excursion from Hobart. See the Tasman Peninsula from the water on a three-hour wilderness cruise, enjoy an included lunch before your tour continues to Port Arthur Historic Site. Gain invaluable insights from your interpretive guides on this Tasman Peninsula day tour, which includes morning tea and lunch.

  3. Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village, Hobart6

    6. Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village

    4.8· 516 reviews· 10.5 hours

    Begin with a relaxing 20-minute stop at a local bakery near Hobart — perfect for breakfast and coffee. Travel the scenic Great Eastern Drive, passing farmland and forest. Stop at Raspins Beach for views of Maria Island and stories of its convict past. Pass through Swansea, hear about the first settlers en route to Freycinet National Park. Enjoy a 1.5-hour return walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout for unforgettable views of this world-famous beach framed by the Hazards. Explore more of Freycinet’s beauty with visits to Honeymoon Bay and Cape Tourville, offering white sand, coastal views, and crystal-clear waters. Later, visit Devil’s Corner Winery to sample fresh seafood, wood-fired pizza, or Tasmanian wine while soaking in views over Great Oyster Bay. Time and group pace permitting, stop at Kate’s Berry Farm for local treats. On the return to Hobart, visit historic Richmond, home to Australia’s oldest convict-built bridge. Finish with sweeping city views from Rosny Hill Lookout.

  4. Bruny Island Traveller - Gourmet Tasting and Sightseeing Day Trip from Hobart, Hobart7

    7. Bruny Island Traveller - Gourmet Tasting and Sightseeing Day Trip from Hobart

    4.8· 814 reviews· 9.8 hours

    Taste your way across Bruny Island visiting some of our renowned artisan producers on an all inclusive adventure whilst discovering the spectacular scenery and cultural heritage of Tasmania's favourite island. Be prepared for a delicious day out where you will enjoy award winning cheeses, premium wines and beer, freshly shucked oysters, handcrafted fudge and mead, local honey and a delicious lunch at Pennicott's beachside restaurant with sweeping views of Adventure Bay. Have time to appreciate the island’s stunning scenery during stops at historic Two Tree Point in Adventure Bay, Mavista rainforest, the Bruny Island Neck and white-sand beaches. Discover expansive private English and native gardens overlooking Adventure Bay before you taste fudge in the tranquil surrounds.

  5. Shore Excursion-Hobart Wanderer, Hobart8

    8. Shore Excursion-Hobart Wanderer

    4.8· 103 reviews

    Mt. Wellington, Richmond, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and Hobart city tour all in one day on this unforgettable shore excursion. Explore Hobart’s city streets before summiting (driving) Mt. Wellington for breathtaking views and panoramic pictures. Your guide will drive by Hobart’s cherished monuments giving detailed descriptions of their origins. The journey then passes through Tasmania’s farmland and cool climate wine region to the picturesque town of Richmond. Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is next stop for those wanting to see Tasmanian wildlife.

  6. Hastings Caves, Tahune Airwalk and the Huon Tasting Trail, Hobart9

    9. Hastings Caves, Tahune Airwalk and the Huon Tasting Trail

    4.8· 134 reviews· 10 hours

    Join us for a day tour exploring Tasmania's deep South, where the apples are crisp, the salmon fresh, and the trees ancient. Start in Huonville with a takeaway coffee and a scenic drive along the Huon River, learning about the region's apple orchards, craft cider, wine, and salmon production. Next, spend two hours at the Tahune Airwalk. Stroll 50 meters up in the tree canopy, cross swinging bridges over the Huon River, or enjoy a tranquil riverbank walk among ancient Huon pines. After lunch, explore Australia's largest dolomite cave at Hastings Caves. Your guided tour will unveil intricate formations and the region's geological history. Keep an eye out for wildlife like platypus, quolls, and pademelons. On our way back to Hobart, we'll stop at one of the local cider producers where you can enjoy a tasting paddle with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options or indulge in a complimentary mouth-watering apple pie (seasonal). It's the perfect way to wrap up a day of exploring.

  7. Hobart: Mt. Field, Mt Wellington & Wildlife - Active Day Tour, Hobart10

    10. Hobart: Mt. Field, Mt Wellington & Wildlife - Active Day Tour

    4.8· 113 reviews· 11 hours

    A stunning day of dramatic “Wilderness, Waterfalls and Wildlife”. With forest walks, up close animals and magnificent views this day tour offers “Classic Tasmania” in one spectacular day! Highlights • Explore the Mt. Field National Park (4 hrs) • Walk to the beautiful Russell Falls • Count the stairs on the way up to Horseshoe Falls • Be amazed by the Giants above on the Tall Trees Track • Complete the full Three Falls Circuit walk via Lady Barron Falls • Visit Bonorong Wildlife Park and meet Wombats, Devils & Echidnas • Hand feed the Kangaroos • Stand atop kunanyi/Mt. Wellington 1271m for amazing views across Southern Tasmania

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