About this tour
Ride the official shuttle from Hobart's waterfront up to kunanyi/Mt Wellington's 1270-metre summit in 50 minutes. Multiple daily departures let you choose your own descent—either a three-hour walk through Wellington Park's fern gullies and eucalypt forest, or a fast bike ride down scenic trails. The driver shares local knowledge about the mountain's ecology and Hobart's history en route, and you'll get panoramic views across southern Tasmania from the summit shelter.
Highlights
- Direct shuttle from Hobart waterfront to 1270m summit
- Multiple daily services, flexible return options
- 3-hour walking descent through native forest
- 1-hour mountain bike descent with views
- Live local commentary on wildlife and history
- Alpine boulder fields and fern gully ecosystems
- Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
What to expect
You'll board an air-conditioned coach at Hobart's waterfront and ascend steadily for 50 minutes whilst a local guide talks you through the mountain's natural and human history. The landscape shifts noticeably as you climb—shaded fern valleys give way to tall eucalypts, then alpine terrain. At the summit, take time at the observation shelter to scan the southern Tasmanian vista. Then decide your pace: walkers tackle well-marked tracks through Wellington Park (count on three hours), whilst mountain bikers (bring your own) whip down in around an hour. Either way, you're setting your own rhythm and returning to Hobart under your own steam.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required for any descent option. Bike freight is $10 extra; bike hire isn't included. Bring water and snacks—no food sold on bus or summit. Service animals welcome. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Public transport links are nearby if you skip the walk.
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.