Discover the untamed beauty of Tasmania on this immersive six-day adventure that showcases the island’s most spectacular natural wonders. The Explorer Six tour offers an expertly curated journey through Australia’s southernmost state, where ancient rainforests, pristine beaches, and dramatic mountain landscapes create an unforgettable backdrop for exploration.
This fully guided small group tour brings together adventurers from around the world, with group sizes capped at 24 travelers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience. Led by knowledgeable local guides who are passionate about their island home, you’ll gain insider perspectives on Tasmania’s unique geology, fascinating history, and remarkable wildlife that you simply wouldn’t discover on your own.
The itinerary strikes the perfect balance between exhilarating outdoor activities and comfortable travel, covering approximately 2,000 kilometers of Tasmania’s diverse terrain. Walk among the world’s tallest flowering trees in ancient forests, stand in awe at the base of Tasmania’s highest waterfall, and witness the breathtaking panorama of Wineglass Bay from the summit of Mount Amos. You’ll explore the rugged West Coast, hike through the iconic Cradle Mountain wilderness, and discover the natural amphitheater of Launceston’s Cataract Gorge.
Wildlife encounters add another dimension to this adventure, with a special visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary where you’ll meet Tasmania’s famous marsupials, including the endangered Tasmanian devil. Operated by Under Down Under Tours, a locally owned company established in 1996, this tour reflects genuine Tasmanian hospitality and deep regional expertise.
Whether you’re an experienced hiker or simply nature-curious, this tour accommodates various fitness levels while maintaining an engaging pace. With accommodation, transport, and expert guidance included, all you need to do is immerse yourself in Tasmania’s wild beauty and forge connections with fellow travelers who share your sense of adventure.
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Individual pick-up times vary depending on pick-up location. Please advise pick up location at time of booking or no later than 72 hours prior to tour departure., Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Start Time: 6.45am in Hobart
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Under Down Under Tours
Cancellation
If there’s no other option than to cancel, we’d like to make sure you’re aware of the potential fees involved. The overview below shows this tour’s cancellation fees depending on how far ahead of the departure date you cancel.
Exploring Tasmania’s Wilderness and Wildlife.
Explore Tasmania’s natural beauty on this 6-day tour. Discover the wild West Coast and the alpine wilderness of Cradle Mountain. We’ll also explore Tasmania’s pristine beaches of the East Coast including Wineglass Bay and the Bay of Fires. You’ll love seeing Tasmanian Devils at a wildlife sanctuary and visiting kunanyi/Wellington Park. Our outstanding guides ensure we show you Tasmania’s highlights as well as plenty of hidden gems. This small group tour of Tasmania is eco-certified, has a focus on nature and wildlife, and involves short walks in Tasmania’s world-class national parks.
Overnight: Strahan
Today offers two unforgettable ways to experience Tasmania’s rugged west. For adventure seekers, join a guided walk amongst temperate rainforest and explore the towering Henty Sand Dunes. Prefer a more relaxed pace? Opt for the scenic Gordon River Cruise (own cost) through Macquarie Harbour, stopping at historic Sarah Island, and exploring ancient Huon pine forests in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Later, we’ll visit Ocean Beach—Tasmania’s longest stretch of sand—where you can breathe in the world’s freshest air.
Overnight: Strahan
At the alpine and glacial carved World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain National Park, choose a walk to suit your fitness. The Dove Lake circuit is one of the best short walks in Australia, while the walk to Marion’s Lookout is more challenging but offers incredible alpine views. After looking for wombats at Ronny Creek, we’ll leave the highlands, stopping at the Town of Murals (Sheffield) before enjoying the historic city of Launceston at your leisure.
Overnight: Launceston
Discover Launceston’s picturesque Cataract Gorge and look for local wallabies, then we’ll hit the road for some breathtaking East Coast scenery. Enjoy lunch in St Helens before walking along the white sands of the magical Bay of Fires. We’ll take our time to savour the coastal views as we travel south to the picturesque fishing village of Bicheno where little penguins can be seen emerging from the sea.
Overnight: Bicheno
Bonorong is Tasmania’s best-known conservation and wildlife sanctuary. Here we’ll meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils.
Then, we’ll enjoy walking around the colonial village of Richmond. We return to Hobart via the scenic Coal River Valley, and make our way to Wellington Park, known locally as “The Mountain” or by its palawa name, kunanyi.
Here our guide will provide an experience which explores its diverse features such as fern glades, eucalyptus forests, dramatic rock columns and boulder fields. There are superb walking tracks to spectacular lookouts. This is our final experience together as our tour comes to an end.
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