About this tour
A two-day tour combining Hobart's landmarks, wildlife encounters, and Bruny Island exploration. You'll visit Mt Wellington, Richmond's convict-era village, Salamanca Market (Saturday only), and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to see kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats and koalas. The itinerary covers major attractions without feeling compressed, and includes transport, guide, park entries and wildlife sanctuary access — lunch is separate. Suits anyone wanting a broad Tasmanian experience in limited time.
Highlights
- Salamanca Market access on Saturday for local produce and crafts.
- Mt Wellington viewpoint at 1272m with views over Hobart and surroundings.
- Up-close wildlife encounters at Bonorong: devils, kangaroos, wombats, koalas.
- Richmond historical village with convict-era buildings and heritage walks.
- Bruny Island exploration including Cape Bruny Lighthouse with included park pass.
- Award-winning local produce sampling on Bruny Island.
- Hotel pickup and dropoff within 5km of Hobart CBD.
- Air-conditioned minibus transport for both days.
What to expect
Day one starts with hotel pickup and heads to Salamanca Market (if operating Saturday) for local goods and food stalls, then moves to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary where trained handlers show you native animals at close range. You'll drive to Mt Wellington for panoramic views over Hobart and the surrounding region. The afternoon includes Richmond, a small historic village with colonial architecture and convict-era sites to walk through at your own pace. Day two focuses on Bruny Island: you'll explore the island's coastal scenery, visit Cape Bruny Lighthouse (park entry included), and sample local produce from award-winning makers. The tour wraps with return transport to your hotel.
What travellers say
- Covers major Hobart sights efficiently without rushed feeling.
- Wildlife sanctuary entry and park passes all included in price.
- Experienced local guides provide context and handling at each stop.
- Salamanca Market included on Saturday tours for authentic local experience.
- Bruny Island produce sampling gives authentic taste of regional food culture.
- Lunch and drinks excluded — plan meals separately.
- Mt Wellington substitute if weather poor may affect itinerary quality.
- Two-day format may feel long if you prefer single-day options.
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This tour works well for first-time visitors to Hobart wanting a structured overview without research, and for those with limited time wanting to tick major sites. It's accessible for all fitness levels, though involves walking at various stops — wear comfortable shoes. Lunch and drinks aren't included, so budget separately or bring snacks. Mt Wellington can be substituted with Rosny Lookout or Mt Nelson if weather is poor or snow-covered. Children aged 4+ can join if accompanied by an adult; infants travel in prams. The tour operates in most weather — dress appropriately. Pickup is available within 5km of Hobart CBD only.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.