About this experience
Journey 1270 meters above sea level to the summit of Kunanyi/Mt. Wellington. Experience spectacular views over Hobart and have 40 minutes to explore the summit on this 2.5 hour round-trip tour.
Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Duration: 150 minutes
Available languages
English
Experience details
Highlights:
Experience description:
Hop aboard the Explorer Bus nearby Hobart’s waterfront and begin the 1270 meter ascent up kunanyi/Mt. Wellington. As you make the upward journey, you’ll be treated to spectacular views over Hobart and deep into the horizon. At the summit, explore the lookouts and observation shelter.
The 2.5 hour return tour includes 40 minutes to explore kunanyi/ Mt Wellingtons summit or enjoy the freedom of being able to hop-on and hop-off the bus at whatever stop you choose. If you like, instead of taking the bus straight to the top you can get off at some of the stops along the way and then hop back on a later bus.
Explore stops including Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet, Big Bend, and The Pinnacle. Discover a wide range of bushwalking tracks throughout Wellington Park, suitable for all ages and abilities. Afterward, hop-on a later bus to return to Hobart.
Listen to an informative commentary as travel. Buses are wheelchair accessible and can carry mountain bikes, providing easier access to the growing network of mountain bike trails throughout Wellington Park.
Includes:
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all day
Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington
Wellington Park bushwalking map
Hop-on-hop-off use of the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus on the day of travel
Professional and informative commentary
Free Wi-Fi onboard the bus
Bike freight: $10 per bike (must be booked no later than 30 minutes prior to departure)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional information:
• The temperature on kunanyi/Mt Wellington is generally 10°C cooler than the temperature in Hobart city. There’s a chance you’ll experience four seasons in one day with sunshine, wind and rain, even snow is a possibility. Check the weather before you go and pack warm clothes.
• There is limited access to food and water on kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Bring your own or visit Lost Freight Cafe located at The Springs, or Fern Tree Tavern near Fern Tree Park.
• kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer buses are able to carry 4 mountain bikes on each departure. To reserve a space for your bike, please make sure to book a bike freight ($10 per bike) no less than 30 minutes prior to departure. Allow plenty of time to make your way to Bus Stop 1 – Brooke Street Pier to load your bike prior to departure.
• The local partner's primary fleet of buses is wheelchair accessible. Some services may not be wheelchair accessible. To reserve a space, please inform the local partner at the time of booking.
