About this tour
A two-hour evening expedition into Cradle Mountain National Park hunting nocturnal wildlife with a knowledgeable guide. You'll trek through the bush as dusk falls, torches in hand, searching for wombats, wallabies, pademelons and if fortune favours, a Tasmanian Devil. The guide shares insights into Tasmanian fauna whilst you navigate boardwalks around Ronny Creek. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Highlights
- Spot wombats, wallabies, pademelons and potoroos after dark
- Dusk light over National Park landscape
- Boardwalk sections at Ronny Creek
- Chance encounter with a Tasmanian Devil
- Torch-guided nocturnal search with experienced naturalist
- Hotel collection and return transport
What to expect
You'll meet your guide at your accommodation before heading into the park as light begins to fade. The two hours involve slow walking through bush and along established boardwalks, stopping frequently to listen and look for movement. Your guide will point out animals and explain their behaviour and habitat. Bring a good torch; the guide provides one but a personal light helps. Expect cool, damp evening conditions and muddy patches after rain. Wildlife sightings aren't guaranteed—animals are wild and unpredictable—but the guide knows productive spots and reading conditions improves odds considerably.
Good to know
Wear layers and waterproof jacket; Tasmanian nights turn cold fast. Sturdy walking shoes with grip are essential on wet boardwalks. Bring a camera for nocturnal shots if interested. Children under four travel free; prams work on the boardwalks. Leave the National Park entry pass to us—it's covered.
Frequently asked
- How long does Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain take?
- Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain cost?
- Prices start from AUD $125 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain?
- 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.