Tasmania tours
Small group nature based Tasmania tours for backpackers and budget travellers start from Hobart, Devonport or Launceston.
Depending on the tour you choose, visit Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair, Strahan, Bay of Fires, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur staying in our own exclusive accommodation.
Tour Information
Tour Prices: (code: NTW3H)
Maximum Group size 21
- 1 November 2008 to 31 March 2009 AU$500
- Accommodation Options:
Hostel Dorm AU$500
Hostel Twin/Double per person AU$560
Motel Twin/Double per person AU$700
Motel Single AU$885 - 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 AU$510
- Accommodation Options:
Hostel Dorm AU$510
Hostel Twin/Double per person AU$580
Motel Twin/Double per person AU$700
Motel Single AU$905 - Local Payment: AU$12 Fuel levy + AU$22 National Park fees
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What's Included on Tour:
Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner), complimentary canoe & bike hire.
Photos from this tour
3.5 day West Coast tour (Hobart to Hobart)
Three days exploring the west coast of Tasmania: lush forests, waterfalls, mountain ranges, lakes and national parks including Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair, a World Heritage area. Stay in cosy accommodation at Strahan and Zeehan.
Tour Highlights
 | Russell FallsDo the Tall Trees walk and visit the falls. |  | Strahan Stay in Adventure Tours owned cosy lodge here. |
 | Cradle MountainWorld Heritage area. Do a guided walk here |  | Lake St ClairWilderness alpine lake with stunning views. |
Itinerary
Day 1: Hobart to Strahan
First we travel to Mount Field National Park, where we stretch our legs on the Russell Falls and Tall Trees walks. We continue on to Lake St Clair for a view of Australia¡'s deepest lake. On our way to Strahan we hike and explore the Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. We spend tonight in our own exclusive accommodation in the historic coastal township of Strahan where your guide will fill you in on the amazing history of pining, mining and convicts! (LD)
Day 2: Strahan to Cradle Mountain Region
This morning we enjoy the intriguing history of Strahan with options to suit everyone! Take a stroll along the foreshore or up the Water Tower Hill for a priceless lookout over Macquarie Harbour and Ocean Beach; walk through a rainforest to Hogarth Falls (if you are quiet and lucky you may even spot a platypus); if you are feeling more adventurous arrange with your guide to canoe in a nearby lake (at no extra cost). Later, we take a walk through the Henty Sand Dunes, where you can even take a quad bike tour (at own expense). In the afternoon we visit the 'Silver City' of Zeehan. In the late afternoon you'll have the opportunity for a bicycle ride (included) at our overnight lodge accommodation. (BLD)
Day 3: Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Today we discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy the pure air with a guided walk around Dove Lake with views of Cradle Mountain, or challenge yourself with a more strenuous hike (unguided). We spend this afternoon exploring more of the state's mid north before our arrival in Devonport. (BL)
Day 4: Devonport to Hobart
It’s only a short distance through farming country to Launceston where a transfer is required for the journey to Hobart. The Midland Highway is Tasmania's historic trunk route, dotted with colonial wayside inns and rustic villages such as Campbelltown, Oatlands and Bagdad. We make a stop in the Ross, where you’ll see Australia’s oldest convict built bridge and have the opportunity to purchase pastries (own expense). We’ll also see the infamous Ross Bakery which is legendary in Japan and those in the ‘know’ will be in search of Kiki the witch! Joining the Derwent Valley at Bridgewater, we'll return to Hobart mid-afternoon.
