About this tour
Hop on the official shuttle from Hobart's waterfront and ride 50 minutes to the 1,270-metre summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. A local guide shares stories about the mountain's ecology and Hobart's history en route. From the top, you've got options: walk back down through Wellington Park on marked trails (roughly 3 hours), pedal a mountain bike route (around an hour), or simply soak in the views across southern Tasmania before your own descent. Perfect for self-directed adventurers.
Highlights
- Direct shuttle to 1,270m summit with local commentary
- Panoramic vistas across southern Tasmania from observation points
- Return on foot via fern gullies and eucalypt forest trails
- Or bike down alpine boulder fields on marked routes
- Diverse landscapes in one morning: gullies, tall forest, peaks
What to expect
You'll board an air-conditioned coach at Hobart waterfront and climb steadily for 50 minutes whilst a guide talks through the mountain's natural and cultural heritage. The summit spreads across windswept terrain with shelter huts and lookouts. Once there, you're free to roam Wellington Park on your terms—either lace up for a downhill walk through varied terrain (expect moderate exertion and muddy patches after rain), or bring your own bike for a faster descent. The park's well-signposted, so navigation is straightforward. Most people take 3 hours walking or 1 hour cycling to return to town.
Good to know
Bring a bike if you have one—the $10 freight fee applies. There's no food outlet at the summit, so pack snacks and water. Moderate fitness required for either descent option. The walking map is complimentary. Nearby public transport links back to central Hobart.
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.