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Kunanyi Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Tour

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  • 2 Hour 30 minutes

Overview

Kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus – Scenic Summit Experience

Discover Hobart’s most iconic landmark with our convenient Explorer Bus service to the magnificent 4,170-foot (1,270-meter) summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. This all-day adventure ticket provides the perfect blend of convenience and flexibility for exploring Tasmania’s premier mountain destination.

Your Mountain Adventure: Journey to the summit in comfort with our 30-minute scenic bus ride, where breathtaking panoramic views of Hobart, the Derwent River, and surrounding wilderness await. The summit offers some of Tasmania’s most spectacular vistas, making it an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.

Flexible Exploration: With multiple departure times throughout the day, you control your mountain experience. Your all-day ticket allows unlimited hop-on hop-off access, giving you the freedom to:

  • Explore the network of mountain trails at your own pace
  • Spend as much time as desired taking in the summit views
  • Capture perfect photos of Hobart’s stunning landscape
  • Return when you’re ready with guaranteed transport back to the city

Accessibility & Convenience: Our modern fleet accommodates all adventurers, with full wheelchair accessibility and space for mountain bikes, ensuring everyone can enjoy this remarkable Tasmanian experience.

Tour Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours return, with flexible timing based on your preferences.

Experience the natural beauty and commanding views that make kunanyi/Mt Wellington one of Australia’s most beloved mountain destinations.

 

What’s Included

  • Kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all-day
  • Informative local guide commentary
  • Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington
  • Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board

 

 Pickup and Meeting Place

  • Brook St Pier
  • 4 Elizabeth St

 

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please check the weather before you go and dress to the conditions.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers

 

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

1

Fern Tree Playground (Pass By)

Optional hop-off at Fern Tree Park bus stop. A sheltered grassy area with toilets, picnic areas, wood-fired barbeques and children’s play equipment. The starting point for shaded walks through fern gullies and alongside bubbling streams. Take the Pipeline Track to Silver Falls (40-min return), which follows the route of the water pipeline supplying some of Hobart’s water. A short, easy walk, also suitable for mountain bikes. Visit Fern Tree Tavern for lunch, coffee and cake or a refreshing cold beverage. Open Tuesday to Sunday.
2

The Springs Wellington Park (Pass By)

Optional hop-off at The Springs bus stop. A level picnic area with toilets, picnic tables, gas-fired barbeques and the starting point for a range of walking tracks and mountain bike trails on the eastern foothills of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Take the Lenah Valley Track to Sphinx Rock (45-min return), great views of the Organ Pipes above and Hobart and the River Derwent below. A short, easy walk through eucalypt forest to the impressive sandstone rock platform of Sphinx Rock (caution: 10 metre cliff drop). Visit Lost Freight Cafe for hot drinks, light meals and snacks. Open 7 days.

 

3

Organ Pipes Circuit Trail (Pass By)

Optional hop-off at The Springs or The Chalet bus stops. The Organ Pipes Walk (3-hr return) is one of Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks. A difficult walk that follows the contour of the mountain around the base of the 120-metre-high dolerite columns of the Organ Pipes to The Chalet. Rock climbers are sometimes seen in action. Spectacular views. Walk uphill on well-marked tracks from The Springs to The Chalet, or downhill from The Chalet to The Springs (1.5-hr one-way).
4

Mount Wellington

Travel to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington, 1270 metres above Hobart. Here you’ll have 30 minutes to take in the spectacular views over Hobart and the east coast, and to the west, looking over the World Heritage Area of Southern Tasmania. The summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington features a sheltered observation area with interpretive signage, multiple lookouts and toilets, including disabled access toilets. Take the Zig Zag Track across the plateau to a lookout (20-min return), taking in spanning views of Tasmania’s alpine environment. A short, easy walk. Take a short, difficult walk downhill on the steep stepped Zig Zag Track and Pinnacle Track to The Springs (1.5-hr one-way). Great views of the Organ Pipes and Hobart and the River Derwent below. Hop-on a later bus at The Springs to return to Hobart. Hop-on and hop-off the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus to explore a variety of short alpine walks and mountain bike trails on the mountain. Bus stops include Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet and Big Bend.

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