About this tour
This 10-hour Cradle Mountain day tour from northern Tasmania combines transport, a guided 6km loop walk around Dove Lake, and lunch in one accessible package. You'll start early from your accommodation, travel through Sheffield's mural-lined streets, then descend into the World Heritage wilderness to tackle a moderately graded circuit beneath the mountain's dramatic peak. The route threads through ancient rainforest, past glacial boulders and historic structures, with a professional guide explaining the landscape throughout.
Highlights
- 6km guided walk around Dove Lake with mountain views
- Ballroom Forest, Glacier Rock, and heritage Boat Shed sites
- Early morning pickup from accommodation
- Packed lunch with dietary options included
- Small group format with expert commentary
- Beech rainforest and alpine flora encounters
What to expect
The day starts with a 7:30am pickup and a 90-minute drive south through farmland and the quirky mural town of Sheffield before reaching Cradle Mountain's gateway. After a quick park orientation, you'll descend to Dove Lake and begin your circuit. The walking pace is steady but unhurried—it's pitched as introductory terrain, though the 6km does involve some elevation change and rocky sections. Expect weather shifts; the highlands can turn windy and cool even in summer. You'll pause for lunch partway round, usually near the Boat Shed, then complete the loop before driving back north, arriving mid-evening.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required; not suitable for spinal or serious heart conditions. Bring warm layers and waterproof jacket regardless of forecast. The trail can be muddy after rain. National Parks Pass is included. Dietary needs (vegetarian, gluten-free) must be specified in advance. Service animals welcome.
Frequently asked
- How long does Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch take?
- Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch runs for approximately 10 hours.
- How much does Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch cost?
- Prices start from AUD $265 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. TAS Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original TAS Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.