About this tour
A two-day guided tour covering Cradle Mountain and Wineglass Bay, two of Tasmania's flagship national parks. You'll walk around Dove Lake, spot wombats, hike to Wineglass Bay lookout, swim at Honeymoon Bay, and visit Freycinet Marine Farm. The itinerary balances activity with exploration time, suits mixed fitness levels with optional walks, and includes park passes and transport from Hobart or Launceston accommodation.
Highlights
- Dove Lake circuit walk in Cradle Mountain National Park
- Wild wombat spotting in their natural habitat
- Wineglass Bay lookout hike with coastal views
- Swimming at Honeymoon Bay, Freycinet
- Seafood tasting at Freycinet Marine Farm
- Both national park passes included
- Expert local guides throughout
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from CBD
What to expect
Day one starts with hotel collection in Hobart, then travel north toward Cradle Mountain National Park with expert commentary en route. You'll walk around Dove Lake and look for wombats in the wild before settling into your overnight accommodation. Day two covers the Freycinet Peninsula: a guided hike to Wineglass Bay lookout (with swimming option at Honeymoon Bay nearby), followed by a visit to Freycinet Marine Farm to taste fresh seafood. The tour concludes with transport back to your CBD hotel.
Walks are offered at different paces—the Wineglass Bay route can be hiked fully or you can stroll to the lookout depending on fitness. Commentary from guides provides local knowledge throughout. Food and accommodation are at your own cost; the tour arranges transport and park entry only.
What travellers say
- Covers Tasmania's two most iconic parks in one trip
- Mix of active hikes and relaxed exploration time
- Wombat spotting and wildlife encounters in the wild
- Experienced local guides provide genuine regional knowledge
- Park passes and modern transport handled for you
- Accommodation cost and booking responsibility falls on you
- Two days is a compressed schedule for these regions
- Food and beverage purchases add unbudgeted expenses
- Moderate fitness required for full Wineglass Bay hike
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits people wanting to see Tasmania's major natural attractions without organising separate transport or park navigation. It works for mixed fitness levels since walks are optional or scalable. You'll need moderate fitness for the Wineglass Bay lookout hike if you choose it; the Dove Lake walk is gentler. Accommodation (one night) is your responsibility and varies in price; book early in peak season. Food and drinks are not included but available for purchase throughout. Infants travel free on laps; prams are welcome. The two-day pace is brisk but not rushed—allow time to simply absorb each location rather than tick boxes. Summer (December–February) brings crowds and warmer water for swimming; winter offers clearer skies but cold conditions.
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