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Mt Wellington Afternoon Small Group Driving Tour

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Overview

A half day Mount Wellington exploration loaded with local stories. This tour led by University-trained guide includes rich history, resilient snow gum forest, diverse rock formation and incredible panoramic views. Stopping at six sites. (10 guests max)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

meeting at the corner of Davey and Elizabeth Street, Hobart, outside the Tasmanian Travel Information Centre

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Hobart

Passing through Hobart and South Hobart we point out some of the historic buildings and share interesting aspects of its history.

2. Cascade Gardens

Then we explore the classic Cascade Gardens with one of the best collections of Rhododendron is Australia, its graceful trees and lawns and the Hobart RIvulet. We also get to view the historic Cascade brewry building from 1824 and Mt Wellington towering over us.

Duration: 20 mins

3. Cascades Female Factory Historic Site

We will make a brief stop to view the outside of the historic Female Factory convict site from 1835 and have a breif sharing. We will also view the Hobart rivulet which flows down from Mount Wellington where platypus have been sighted.

Duration: 10 mins

4. Fern Tree

Passing through Fern Tree we will see the tall ferns, lush cool climate gardens and tell some of its stories.

5. The Springs Wellington Park

Here we gaze up at the spectacular cliffs and summit of Mount Wellington and can purchase a hot drink at the Lost Freight Cafe half way up the mountain. We will also take a short stroll to the Springs lookout where we can take in the view including Hobart, The Tasman Bridge, Bruny Island, the mouth of the Derwent River and The Tasman Peninsula. We will then take a short drive to the site of the former Springs Hotel and share some history and discuss some pioneering weather forecasting on the mounatain.

Duration: 50 mins

6. Pinnacle Road

We then ascend through increasingly good views of Hobart. We make a stop at the Chalet to behold the colourful and resilient snow gums, flowering banksia trees, a waterfall, the unique dolerite hut and views of Hobart. David your Guide has studied botany, geology and water resources at a local university in Hobart and is well able to explain this unique mountain environment. He has experienced this mountain since young and has many stories of the mountain to share.

Duration: 20 mins

7. Mount Wellington

Now above the tree line the wheels again do the climbing and you do the viewing, with a scenic drive to the summit. Up here the views only get better, now including some of the mountains of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. We get to have free time to take in stunning views from the Hobart and South West Wilderness viewing platforms, see unique Tasmanian alpine vegetation and rock formations. At the summit, you will be filled with astonishment, to be launched forth into an ocean of natural goodness where you can see no limits.

Duration: 35 mins

Inclusion

university trained local guide

In-vehicle air conditioning

sound system in the bus

stunning lookouts, great for photography

easy guided short walks

Exclusion

Tea and coffee

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The remaining duration will be for transportation from meeting and pick-up to first attractions, then travel time form attractions to attractions

Infant & child seats available with 24-hour notice

Supplied by Island of Tasmania Tours

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Overview

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

Itinerary

1. Hobart

2. Cascade Gardens

3. Cascades Female Factory Historic Site

4. Fern Tree

5. The Springs Wellington Park

6. Pinnacle Road

7. Mount Wellington

Inclusion

Exclusion

Cancellation Policy

Additional Info

Reviews

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