A 4 day small group tour from Hobart that takes in both the east and west coasts of Tasmania.
Days
- 4 days, 3 nights
Group size
- Small group
Start / finish
- Hobart / Hobart
Return
- See itinerary for details
Accommodation
- 3 nights in wilderness accommodation
- This option: private double room with shared bathroom
Transport
- Small-group bus from Hobart, plus the Cradle Mountain shuttle bus
Meals
- 1 dinner and 1 breakfast; other meals not included
Route
Included experiences
- Cradle Mountain National Park
- Mount Field — Russell Falls
- Bay of Fires — orange lichen-covered rocks
- Freycinet National Park — Wineglass Bay views
- Wildlife sanctuary visit
- Tasmania's wild west coast
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Reviews
5.0
Based on 32 reviews
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AI summary of 32 reviews
Travellers consistently praise the guides' extensive knowledge of Tasmanian wildlife, history and geography, along with their friendly, personalised approach to accommodating different fitness levels on walks and hikes. The tour stands out most frequently for successfully combining diverse highlights—including wildlife sightings such as platypuses, wombats, wallabies and echidnas, scenic locations like Cradle Mountain and Wineglass Bay, waterfalls, and activities such as ocean swims and stargazing—into a compact four-day itinerary that feels unhurried despite covering significant ground. The small group size, quality accommodation in natural settings, and careful planning that includes timing visits to avoid crowds and matching activities to individual abilities are also consistently appreciated. The only recurring suggestion relates to practical preparation, with travellers noting that sturdy footwear and a small day pack are advisable for the numerous stops and walks included in the tour.
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“Wild life of Tasmania”
Very well organised, with Tim leading the group in a relaxed, friendly way and everything running on time. He gave us great tips on local restaurants and shops, the hikes suited every fitness level, and the accommodation sat right in the middle of nature. A fantastic trip with a lovely group.
“An Unforgettable Wildlife Experience”
Tim was a brilliant guide, friendly, adventurous and a real expert on wildlife. His sharp eyes found us platypuses, pademelons, wombats, wallabies and quolls in the wild, and we saw Tasmanian devils at a sanctuary. We loved chatting with him and getting to know the rest of the group.
“A perfect way to see the natural beauty of Tasmania”
A great way to see a lot of Tasmania's natural beauty in a short time. Our guide Tim was knowledgeable, professional and good company, and his wildlife spotting gave us a wonderful platypus encounter and even a whale. Cradle Mountain and Wineglass Bay were highlights, the accommodation and food were high quality, and it suits solo travellers well.
“Great tour”
The best tour we did in Tasmania. We saw every wild animal we hoped for, did several great hikes and walks, learned a lot about the wildlife, and the accommodation was perfect.
“Excellent experience!”
Our guide Tim's knowledge of Tasmania went beyond anything I expected, and our mixed-age group got on really well. The accommodation was a world away from hostels, with single and shared rooms in well-furnished holiday homes in the wilderness and wombats and wallabies visible from the balcony. Tim's barbecue with marshmallows and wildlife spotting was a highlight.
“Great times in Tassie”
A fantastic trip. Tim was a great guide and the whole thing was so much fun.
