Hobart to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

Visit some of the top attractions outside of Hobart on this day trip to Mount Wellington, Mount Field National Park, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and the historical town of Richmond.

This sightseeing tour encompasses the three most visited sites in or around Hobart. Starting at 9:00 am gives the traveler time for a leisurely breakfast, before embarking on this 5 to 6 hour sightseeing tour in comfortable air-conditioned small buses or minibuses.

Enjoy a day full of wilderness, waterfalls and wildlife, all within reach of Hobart. Start with a series of short walks around Russell Falls and Lake Dobson in Mt Field National Park, located just 90 minutes drive from Hobart. Enjoy lunch in a scenic location within the park, then head to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary see native Australian wildlife up close, including Tasmanian devils, koalas and wombats. As you return to Hobart, top off your day with sweeping views over the city from the summit of Mount Wellington.

Enjoy five of the top activities in Hobart in one day on this tour designed for those who are short on time in the city and don't want to miss its best experiences. Attractions include Salamanca Market (on Saturdays), Mount Wellington, city highlights, the historical nearby town of Richmond, and the option to visit either Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary or the MONA (Museum of Old and New Art).

Mt. Field is one of the Island’s best-loved national parks. Experience iconic Russel Falls and stunning rainforest walks among ancient ferns and towering gumtrees. Visit one of Australia’s best wildlife sanctuaries and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild or a fabulous dining experience at the Agrarian Kitchen (open Friday-Sunday).

Enjoy the drive through the Derwent Valley, past New Norfolk, and into rich farming land as we head southwest to Mount Field National Park. Walk among towering swamp gums, myrtle, and tall man ferns as you head to the famous Russell Falls, Tasmania's most photographed waterfall. Take in the fresh forest air as you walk through the ancient rainforest in one of Tasmania's oldest National Parks. Grab a bite to eat at Waterfalls Café in the national park before we embark on our second stop of the day, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend some time with our fluffy locals at the wildlife sanctuary before heading back to Hobart. Departure times will vary depending on the arrival time of your cruise ship. Please note we will depart the cruise terminal roughly one hour after the ship's arrival.