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Hand-picked tours across Tasmania

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Tasmania for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

★ 4.9 (307)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

A three-hour coastal expedition departing from Port Arthur that traces the Tasman Peninsula's dramatic shoreline between Eaglehawk Neck and the former convict settlement. Pilot your boat past the Southern Hemisphere's tallest sea cliffs, slip into cathedral-like caves carved into stone, and watch for seals, dolphins, white-bellied sea eagles and wandering albatross. Runs daily year-round with an experienced local skipper who knows where the wildlife congregates.

Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

Explore the Tamar River on Hobie Mirage kayaks, where foot-powered pedals drive you forward whilst your hands remain free for steering and photography. This 90-minute guided paddle follows Launceston's waterfront, letting your legs do the work on these unusual craft. A local guide leads the way, providing equipment and local insight. Suitable for all fitness levels, with electric-drive options available for those with limited mobility.

Cascade Historic Tour

Walk through Cascade's evolution from colonial mill to one of Tasmania's most recognisable brands. This one-hour guided tour traces how successive generations transformed a stream-powered operation into a cultural landmark. You'll stand in spaces shaped by its founders and hear stories embedded in the site itself—a direct line from waterwheel to modern enterprise told by someone who knows the ground.

Tasman Peninsula full day kayaking tour

Paddle beneath Australia's most dramatic sea cliffs on Tasmania's Tasman Peninsula. This 10-hour kayaking expedition takes you to 200-metre vertical rock faces, hidden sea caves, and colonies of fur seals. You'll navigate from water level, where the true scale of these fluted sandstone walls becomes apparent, and spot the Totem Pole—a needle-thin rock pinnacle that draws climbers from around the world. The tour includes a local guide, stable double kayaks, all safety gear, meals and refreshments.

10 hoursfrom AUD $280

Richmond Village & Red Decker hop-on hop-off

★ 4.9 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Richmond Village & Red Decker hop-on hop-off

Pair a guided ramble through Richmond, Tasmania's best-preserved Georgian township, with 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access aboard Hobart's open-top Red Decker buses. Spend three hours exploring Richmond's colonial architecture, antique shops, and food spots (with exclusive discounts), then ride the full loop or dip in and out at stops around Hobart's waterfront and hills. The 90-minute circuit works best if you start the city tour at 10am or 11am before heading to Richmond at 12:30pm.

1h 30m – 4 hoursfrom AUD $90

★ 4.9 (886)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Spend a morning and early afternoon touring the Tamar Valley's premier wineries with a knowledgeable guide. You'll visit three to four cellar doors, tasting wines whilst learning how the region's cool climate and winemakers have shaped its character. Lunch with matched wines breaks up the day. The small-group format—eight guests or fewer—keeps things relaxed and personal. Door-to-door transport from Launceston, six and a half hours total.

After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour at Cradle Mountain

Watch Tasmanian devils hunt and compete for food under specialist guidance at Cradle Mountain. This 75-minute nocturnal tour lets you observe these carnivores in their most active state, with a keeper explaining their behaviour and the facility's conservation efforts. The devils' fierce feeding interactions reveal raw animal dynamics rarely witnessed this close. You'll need your own transport to reach the site, but parking is free and the experience works in any weather.

1h 15mfrom AUD $43

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour

★ 4.9 (74)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour

Hop on the official shuttle from Hobart's waterfront and ride 50 minutes to the 1,270-metre summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. A local guide shares stories about the mountain's ecology and Hobart's history en route. From the top, you've got options: walk back down through Wellington Park on marked trails (roughly 3 hours), pedal a mountain bike route (around an hour), or simply soak in the views across southern Tasmania before your own descent. Perfect for self-directed adventurers.

50 minfrom AUD $30

SHORE EXCURSION - Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

★ 4.9 (57)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

SHORE EXCURSION - Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

This eight to ten-hour guided tour whisks cruise passengers from Hobart to Bruny Island for a full day exploring Tasmania's dramatic coastline, national parks and native fauna. You'll travel by air-conditioned minivan with a knowledgeable guide, taking the ferry across and back, sampling local produce straight from ocean and paddock. The Parks Pass is included, covering entry to protected areas where you'll discover why this island rewards a proper look beyond the typical port stop.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $180

Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania

★ 4.9 (38)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania

Spend a morning and afternoon touring four wineries across the Derwent and Coal River valleys southeast of Hobart. You'll taste wines from Tasmania's signature cool-climate vineyards, walk through the estates, and hear how local winemakers work with regional varieties. The van handles driving so you can enjoy without restraint. Small groups mean proper conversation with the cellar door staff and fellow wine lovers.

7 hoursfrom AUD $220

6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Style

★ 4.9 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Style

This six-day loop across Tasmania combines coastal scenery, wilderness walks, and wildlife encounters. Starting in Hobart at the Salamanca Markets, you'll traverse the West Coast's rugged terrain, climb through Cradle Mountain's alpine landscape, and explore the Bay of Fires and Freycinet National Park. The itinerary includes the Tasman Peninsula's convict history and a Gordon River cruise. You'll stay in comfortable motels (max 20 guests) with local Tasmanian guides who bring three decades of experience and genuine passion for the island's stories and ecosystems.

6 daysfrom AUD $2205

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

★ 4.9 (1,411)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

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

Ride the official shuttle up kunanyi/Mount Wellington to 1270 metres, where views stretch across Hobart and southern Tasmania. This 2.5-hour return trip from Hobart's waterfront gives you 30 minutes at the summit's lookouts and shelter. Grab an all-day pass to hop off at five Wellington Park stops and walk alpine tracks at your own pace, catching a later bus back down. The shuttle runs year-round—it's the only operator with access when snow closes Pinnacle Road.

2h 30mfrom AUD $50

Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse

★ 4.9 (199)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse

Cruise down Hobart's Derwent River to Iron Pot Lighthouse on a 2.5-hour boat tour spotting maritime landmarks and learning about Tasmania's seafaring past. Your local guide recounts stories of wrecks, early colonists and harbour life whilst you pass Mount Wellington, the Shot Tower and Betsey Island. Intimate groups of 12–14 people mean genuine conversation and flexibility to linger at points of interest.

Coal River Wine Hopper

Spend seven hours exploring Coal River's premier wine region with a flexible hop-on, hop-off service running hourly between seven estates. Visit Riverdale, Coal Valley Vineyard, Pooley's and others, pairing Tasmanian wines with local produce at each stop. Linger as long as you like—take a leisurely two-hour lunch, chat with winemakers, or skip ahead when you're ready. The air-conditioned shuttle handles navigation while you discover why this corner of Tasmania punches above its weight for quality, returning you to Hobart by late afternoon.

Hobart: Waterfalls, Wilderness & Wildlife - Active Day Tour

A 12-hour active exploration of Tasmania's wilderness centred on Mt. Field National Park. You'll walk through old-growth forest to multiple waterfalls, encounter native wildlife at Bonorong, and cap the day atop kunanyi/Mt. Wellington for panoramic views across southern Tasmania. Small group sizes keep the experience intimate and accessible to varying fitness levels.

12 hoursfrom AUD $185

★ 4.9 (26)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Dave's Eats Hobart Hobart Food Tour

Walk Hobart's waterfront and laneways on a 2–2.5 hour guided tasting tour led by a local food enthusiast. Stop at five-plus venues—bakeries, fishmongers, delis, chocolate makers, ice-cream shops—sampling Tasmanian produce, award-winning cured meats, fresh seafood, and artisanal cheeses. You'll hear the stories behind each stop and meet the makers crafting these regional specialities. It's a relaxed outing that showcases flavours you won't taste anywhere else.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $150

From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour

★ 4.9 (8)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour

This nine-and-a-half-hour wilderness loop drives you into Tasmania's remote southwest to walk across Gordon Dam—the country's tallest arch structure—then explore Lake Pedder's distinctive rust-coloured waters and surrounding temperate rainforest. A university-trained guide leads easy walks through World Heritage terrain, with panoramic stops built in for photography. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned coach with onboard commentary.

9h 30mfrom AUD $260

Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

★ 4.9 (811)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

Pack three distinct Tasmanian landscapes into one nine-hour loop. Drive to Wellington's summit for panoramic views across the state, then descend to Mt. Field National Park where Russell Falls tumbles through cool temperate forest. Pivot toward the Derwent River's winding valley before reaching Bonorong, where you'll encounter Tasmanian devils and other native wildlife up close. Finish among the sandstone cottages and colonial architecture of Richmond village. A local guide navigates the route; small group keeps the pace intimate.

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island

Chase Southern Ocean swells on a three-hour coastal cruise around Bruny Island, Tasmania. Your skipper navigates the custom-built eco-cruiser into sea caves, beneath towering cliff walls and across open water where seals, dolphins and seabirds patrol their territory. This isn't a passive float—expect the vessel to move with genuine purpose as it searches the wild margins where land and ocean collide.

Sunset Experience

Join a small group for an evening at Devils@Cradle Wildlife Sanctuary in Tasmania's Cradle Mountain rainforest. Over 75 minutes, you'll walk amongst native wildlife, sample local produce and drinks, and gather around a campfire at sunset to toast marshmallows and watch the sky change colour—all whilst hearing the distinctive calls of Tasmanian devils echoing through the ancient forest.

Afternoon Gordon River Dinner Cruise

Set sail from Strahan on Tasmania's rugged west coast aboard the Harbour Master catamaran for a 6-hour evening cruise through World Heritage waters. You'll navigate Hells Gates, pass working aquaculture farms, and explore the convict ruins of Sarah Island with a local guide. Two hours on the Gordon River includes a walk through pristine rainforest before returning to a dinner of Tasmanian fare prepared fresh on-board.

Launceston: Hollybank Treetops Adventures - Segway Tour

Glide through one of Tasmania's most striking forests on a Segway for 90 minutes, navigating beneath soaring ancient trees and learning how this landscape formed. Based at Hollybank in Launceston, this tour offers a propelled way to cover ground through the woods, trading hiking boots for motorised wheels. You'll receive full safety training, equipment, and a digital photo to take away.

1h 30mfrom AUD $110

★ 4.9 (35)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights Day Tour

Explore Hobart's essential landmarks on this 6.5-hour guided minivan tour (8 hours Saturdays), taking in Salamanca's waterfront precinct, the historic Richmond township, kunanyi's summit views, and the city's colonial core. Your driver-guide navigates the route whilst sharing local insight, leaving you time to wander at your own pace. Hotel pickups available across the metro area.

Mona Like a Rockstar

Board the ferry's exclusive Posh Pit lounge for a thirty-minute cruise down the Derwent River to Hobart's Museum of Old and New Art, where you'll spend six and a half hours exploring David Walsh's subterranean collection of provocative art and antiquities. A dedicated host guides you through cocktails at The Void Bar, a chef-curated lunch with wine pairings in Faro Bar, James Turrell's immersive light installation, and final views from The Source Restaurant—all bookended by ferry snacks and drinks.

6h 30mfrom AUD $540

2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

★ 4.9 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

Explore two cornerstone Tasmanian destinations across two days from Hobart. Day one takes you to Bruny Island, where dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches and native wildlife share space with local producers and seafood. Day two focuses on the Tasmanian Peninsula—Port Arthur's convict heritage buildings, surrounding lookouts like Pirates Bay, and curiosities including a chocolate foundry and lavender farm. Includes guided transport, park passes and historic site entry.

Three Capes & tukana / Tasman Peninsula Hiking Tour - 4 Days

A four-day walking adventure across Tasmania's Tasman Peninsula, showcasing towering sea cliffs, sculpted rock formations and coastal vistas. Based from Hobart, you'll tackle daily hikes through one of Australia's most dramatic landscapes, with guides leading you past Cape Pillar, Cape Hauy and Cape Raoul. Meals, snacks and park access included throughout.

4 daysfrom AUD $2850

Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

★ 4.8 (1,263)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

Board the Harbour Master catamaran from Strahan for a six-hour journey into Tasmania's World Heritage South West wilderness. You'll navigate past Hells Gates and working aquaculture operations, explore the convict ruins of Sarah Island with a guide, then spend two hours cruising the Gordon River before walking the rainforest boardwalk. Fresh Tasmanian lunch is prepared on-board and included in your fare. The catamaran departs daily at 9am, returning by 3pm.

Salamanca Walk - History Tour

Walk through Battery Point's lanes and laneways to discover Hobart's colonial foundations and the characters who shaped them. This 2.5-hour guided tour threads together convict histories, colonial architecture, and the streetside stories of 19th-century Battery Point. You'll see period photographs and drawings throughout, and your guide offers tailored suggestions for cafés, galleries and pubs worth your time.

Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain

A two-hour evening expedition into Cradle Mountain National Park hunting nocturnal wildlife with a knowledgeable guide. You'll trek through the bush as dusk falls, torches in hand, searching for wombats, wallabies, pademelons and if fortune favours, a Tasmanian Devil. The guide shares insights into Tasmanian fauna whilst you navigate boardwalks around Ronny Creek. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Hobart: Maria Island National Park, Nature & Wildlife active tour

This 10-hour active day tour takes you to Maria Island National Park off Tasmania's east coast, where you'll walk car-free trails across a landscape shaped by geology and convict history. Hike at least 10km to the Painted Cliffs—sandstone carved into intricate patterns by tidal forces over millennia—then push on to the Fossil Cliffs, where ancient marine fossils line sheer rock faces overlooking Freycinet Peninsula. You'll also explore Darlington, a remarkably intact convict probation settlement that predates Port Arthur. Small groups and professional guides keep the experience intimate and informative.

10 hoursfrom AUD $215

★ 4.8 (27)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

Hobart's Liquid History Pub Tour

Walk Hobart's waterfront and historic lanes with Dave, stopping at four local pubs to sample Tasmanian craft beers, ciders, and wines while hearing stories of convict settlers, maritime figures, and the city's social evolution. This 2.5-hour tour pairs drinks with local history, moving at a leisurely pace through some of Australia's oldest buildings and drinking establishments.

Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

This 10-hour guided tour takes you across Bruny Island's wild southern reaches by minivan, starting from central Hobart with ferry included. You'll move between beaches, national parks, and rocky headlands watching for native wildlife whilst learning from a local guide who tailors the day's route based on weather and group interests. It's active but manageable, mixing coastal walks with stops at working farms and local producers.

10 hoursfrom AUD $180

★ 4.8 (1,020)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

The Freycinet Paddle

Paddle through Freycinet National Park's dramatic coastline on this three-hour guided sea kayak tour. You'll glide past rose-tinted granite peaks and pristine beaches from stable double kayaks, getting close to seabirds and marine life while your guide shares local stories and ecological insights. Midway through, you'll beach on a secluded cove for hot drinks and a gourmet biscuit. Designed for first-timers and families with moderate fitness, this fully-equipped experience includes all gear, park entry, and refreshments.

Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart

This 9.5-hour Bruny Island expedition takes you from Hobart across to Tasmania's wild southern coastline. A custom-built eco-cruiser carries you on a three-hour coastal voyage past sea cliffs, into cave systems, and along remote beaches where seals and seabirds live undisturbed. The day includes a return ferry crossing, a local guide, morning tea, and lunch cooked on the island. You'll feel the Southern Ocean's raw energy without needing previous experience or special fitness.

9h 30mfrom AUD $290

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

★ 4.8 (3,199)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

A 10-hour loop from Hobart that threads together Bruny Island's working lighthouse, coastal vistas, and artisanal producers. You'll climb Cape Bruny Lighthouse (locals-only access), graze on oysters and house-baked bread at dawn on a quiet beach, then work through the island's honey, chocolate and fudge makers before lunch at Hotel Bruny. South Bruny National Park features throughout, with chances to spot Bennett's wallabies and views from The Neck's elevated lookout.

10 hoursfrom AUD $280

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

★ 4.8 (492)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Combine rugged coastal scenery with convict history on this 10.5-hour loop from Hobart. You'll spend three hours cruising the Tasman Peninsula's dramatic cliffs and sea caves, then shift to guided coach exploration of Port Arthur Historic Site, the colonies' most notorious penal settlement. Morning tea and lunch anchor the day, with interpretive commentary throughout revealing the peninsula's layered past.

10h 30mfrom AUD $345

Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

★ 4.8 (398)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

An eight-hour guided tour combining Tasmania's most significant convict heritage site with Tasman Peninsula coastal stops. Depart from one of eight city locations, visit the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site with included harbour cruise, and explore surrounding landmarks including Eaglehawk Neck's lookout, Pirates Bay, a lavender farm, chocolate foundry, and optional caves. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a local driver navigating the scenic drive and stops.

8 hoursfrom AUD $50

Half Day kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Cascade Female Factory

★ 4.8 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Half Day kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Cascade Female Factory

Combine Hobart's colonial past and mountain landscape in a single afternoon. This 3.5-hour outing takes you up kunanyi/Mt Wellington for sweeping city and river views, then down to the Cascade Female Factory to explore one of Australia's most significant convict sites. Your local driver navigates both stops and can drop you back in the city, or you can walk the gentle 2km riverside trail back at your own pace, watching for platypuses along the way.

Cataract Gorge Cruise 12:30 pm

Glide silently through Launceston's river corridor aboard the Lady Launceston, an electric-powered replica paddlesteamer. This 50-minute cruise departs at 12:30 pm and takes you past historic wharves and the city's waterfront, before entering the dramatic Cataract Gorge where towering rock walls rise on either side. The skipper shares local stories and historical detail throughout, bringing the landscape and its colonial past to life.

Bruny Island Traveller - Gourmet Tasting and Sightseeing Day Trip from Hobart

Spend nine hours sampling Bruny Island's finest producers—artisan cheeses, small-batch wines and beers, freshly shucked oysters, handmade fudge and mead. Travel by air-conditioned coach with a local guide, stopping at rainforest, coastal landmarks and private gardens overlooking Adventure Bay. Lunch at Pennicott's beachside restaurant rounds out the day. Hotel pickup and drop-off included from selected Hobart accommodation.

9h 45mfrom AUD $290

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