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Top 7 nature & wildlife things to do in Hobart

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Hobart that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Bruny Island Small-Group Guided Tour From Hobart, Hobart1

    1. Bruny Island Small-Group Guided Tour From Hobart

    5.0· 29 reviews

    Escape to Bruny Island, where untamed wilderness meets rich local flavour. Just a short ferry ride from Hobart, Bruny offers breathtaking cliffs, secluded beaches, and lush rainforests, home to unique wildlife like white wallabies and sea eagles. Taste the island’s best: freshly shucked oysters, artisan bakery, and cool-climate wines. Whether you’re here for adventure or indulgence, Bruny Island promises an unforgettable Tasmanian experience. ● Wild Scenery – Towering sea cliffs, pristine beaches, and lush rainforests. ● Unique Wildlife – Spot white wallabies, fur seals, and rare seabirds. ● Gourmet Delights – Indulge in fresh oysters, local bakery

  2. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours), Hobart2

    2. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)

    4.9· 1330 reviews· 2.5 hours

    kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the official shuttle bus for kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Join us as we travel 1270 metres above sea level to experience spectacular views over Hobart and southern Tasmania. The 2.5 hr return tour includes 30 minutes to take in the views from the lookouts and observation shelter at the summit. Buses depart daily from Hobart’s waterfront. OR, if you’re looking for a little more adventure, you have the option to hop-on and hop-off at 5 Wellington Park bus stops where you’ll find a variety of alpine walking tracks to explore. Enjoy kunanyi / Mount Wellington at your own pace, then hop-on a later bus to return to Hobart. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the only tour company with exclusive access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington when Pinnacle Road is closed due to snow. Tour includes informative local guide commentary and a complimentary bushwalking map. Bus pass valid all day. Buses are wheelchair accessible and can carry mountain bikes.

  3. Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island, Hobart3

    3. Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island

    4.9· 309 reviews· 3 hours

    Discover Tasmania’s Bruny Island on this eco-cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island. 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 and towering cliffs. Join the search for abundant sea and coastal wildlife such as dolphins, seals and birdlife. The cruise is around 3 hours duration (approximately).

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

    4. Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

    4.8· 1434 reviews· 10 hours

    Discover the perfect blend of nature and local produce on a full-day, guided tour of Bruny Island from Hobart. This active tour offers easy to moderate level activities that allow you to explore the island's beaches, national parks, rugged coastline, and native wildlife. Transportation is provided by an air-conditioned minivan, and the tour includes round-trip ferry transfers.

  2. Cascade Brewery Tour, Hobart5

    5. Cascade Brewery Tour

    4.8· 114 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Learn the art of creating one of the nation's oldest beer recipes, from, start to finish, while you explore previously unseen areas of the brewery. Finish your visit with a refreshing tasting paddle of four Cascade beers Please note that due to the nature of brewery operations, it is not guaranteed that the areas visited on the tour will be visibly active at the time of your walkthrough. To attend the tour you must: - Be over 18+. - Have not consumed alcohol prior to your tour (zero alcohol policy) - Wear enclosed, flat shoes (no sandals, thongs or heels). - Agree to wear the provided PPE for the duration of the tour. Accessibility: - This tour includes several flights of stairs & significant walking at moderate pace. - Food Preparation Area - Guide Dogs and other registered assistance dogs may not accompany their handlers. - We welcome all people including those who are blind or have low vision who use a long cane and / or have a support person present on the tour.

  3. Bonorong Wildlife Park and Richmond Afternoon Tour from Hobart, Hobart6

    6. Bonorong Wildlife Park and Richmond Afternoon Tour from Hobart

    4.5· 123 reviews· 4.3 hours

    Explore Richmond village and meet the Tasmanian Devil when you join this popular tour for a wonderful afternoon of history and wildlife.

  4. Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, Hobart7

    7. Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

    4.4· 596 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Red Decker is the Official Sightseeing Tour of Hobart. Hop-on and explore Hobart at your own pace. Tickets are valid for 24 or 48 hours. Experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart's sights and attractions from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard for the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city including Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Wrest Point Casino, Cascade Brewery and the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Professional, informative commentary is available in 8 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish. Wheelchair accessible.

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