About this tour
A four-day loop departing Hobart that tracks Tasmania's raw coastlines, mountain ranges and wildlife corridors. You'll stay in proper lodges and bush cabins rather than backpacker digs, moving between the west coast, central highlands and the Bay of Fires. The itinerary prioritises genuine wildlife encounters—platypus, wombats, quolls, echidnas and Tasmanian devils in their habitat—alongside hikes through Cradle Mountain, rainforest canopy and down to Wineglass Bay. Groups stay small at 13 maximum.
Highlights
- Spot platypus, wombats and quolls in wild settings
- Hike Cradle Mountain National Park terrain
- Watch Tasmanian devils feed at sanctuary
- Trek to Wineglass Bay's turquoise waters
- Lakeside lodge on remote west coast
- Bay of Fires beach exploration and swimming
- Alpine and rainforest ecosystems in one loop
What to expect
You'll wake early most mornings to maximise wildlife spotting before the day warms up. Hiking varies from gentle forest walks to moderate climbs—nothing extreme, but you'll need reasonable fitness and decent shoes. Accommodation rotates between a lakeside lodge (west coast), a bush cabin surrounded by wildlife, and a beachside base in Bicheno. Transport between locations takes 2–4 hours. One dinner and breakfast are included; you'll arrange other meals in small towns along the way. Weather in Tasmania shifts fast, so layers are essential. Guides know where animals congregate and time stops accordingly.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required for daily hikes. Bring waterproof jacket and sturdy walking boots. Most meals excluded, so budget for café stops and takeaway. Service animals welcome. Pick-up and drop-off from Hobart included. Mobile signal patchy in remote areas.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.