Hobart Tours

See the list below for great ideas during your stay in Hobart.

Wineries and Historic Richmond		1 Day Tours
Wineries and Historic Richmond	Unique experience on your personal chauffeur driven trike tour. Travel Coal River Wine Route calling into famous wineries of your choice for tastings. Indulge yourself with lunch at Hatchers Manor(included) then take a stroll around this quaint Georgian village full of history, arts and crafts Start and finish from Murray Street Pier or accomodation as arranged Hobart Hobart Tasmania Day Tour Pick up from 9.30-10.00am. You will be provided with a helmet and jacket and gloves if required. Return will be around 5pm We carry 1 - 3 people, single traveller attacts additional cost of half fare. We can take passengers from age 4 upwards. Our oldest passenger stands at 98. All seats have a seat belt. 1 - 3 people. single travellers attract an additional fee of one half fare. Meet us at the Murray Street Pier. We will travel over the Tasman Bridge then along the Coal River Wine Route calling into 2 or 3 famous wineries for tastings. No need to worry about being over the limit with our chauffeur driven trike tour. Lunch is at Hatcher's Manor in Historic Richmond, which features a working apricot orchard, farm animals and extensive grounds and beautiful buildings. Stroll around this quaint Georgian village taking in the many arts and crafts and antique shops. Some the oldest buildings in Australia are in Richmond, including Church, School, Gaol and Post Office, not forgetting the Richmond Bridge which is said to be haunted and St. John's Church. On the way home call into Sorell Fruit Farm where you can pick your own fruit and purchase Tasmanian produce to take home. all tours subject to weather on the day. If it is raining we will re-schedule for you	Activity rate guide AUD$ 250 Check tour/activity rates   TRIK101
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Mt Wellington Descent bike ride		Bike & Skate
Mt Wellington Descent bike ride	Short on time? Big on adventure? Try this fast and exhilarating three-hour biking alternative. Travel by van to the top of Hobart's icon, Mt Wellington. Climb aboard your sturdy mountain bike, ready for the 1270m descent back to sea level. It's all downhill from here! We are located in Hobart - TAS Hobart Hobart Tasmania Allow 3 hours for this experience. The drive to the top of the mountain will take 40mins. You will be riding for approx. 2 hours, but that includes several stops for photo opportunities, regrouping and snacks. This experience is for 1 person however there may be up to 19 others in the group. With 20 guests, there will be 3 guides to ensure safety measures are maintained to a premium. There are no minimum requirements for trip departures. This ride is geared for non-riders as well as riders. The majority of the riding is downhill so fitness isn't a big issue. Included in the price is transport to the summit, guides, helmet, bike, jacket, and a snack at the bottom. Depart the pier and drive 21km by van to the summit of Mount Wellington, which will take approx. 40 minutes. Your guides will fit you with a helmet and gloves and go through a detailed safety and rules briefing. After a practice ride at the summit, regroup and follow your guide on a downhill descent of the mountain. The winding mountain road takes you down to the foothills where you can choose to experience the thrill of the off-road section (5km of winding, twisting ups and downs - only for the adventurous at heart) which brings us out at Cascade Gardens where we enjoy a well-deserved rest and quick snack. We then rejoin those that stayed riding on the road and cycle through the outer suburbs of South Hobart and Battery Point. Your journey finishes right on the waterfront of Hobart. Everything is done to ensure your safety, the rest is up to you. We wear bright coloured clothing and helmets. We always ride on the left and keep an eye on traffic. The bikes have very good V-brakes and are checked before every ride. Wear something warm for the summit, but have a t-shirt underneath as you warm up quickly once you get off the mountain. Wear sneakers, walking boots or walking shoes for cycling. Helmets are supplied and warm polar fleece jackets/rain jackets, ear warmers and gloves for cooler months if required.	Activity rate guide AUD$ 55 Check tour/activity rates   ISLA101
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Moorilla Winery Estate Cruise Transfer		Boating & Sailing
Moorilla Winery Estate Cruise Transfer	Your Moorilla Winery Cruise takes you to the upper reaches of the magnificent Derwent River. We invite you to enjoy a meal and sample the Estate's handcrafted cool climate wines, fine food and generous hospitality. This cruise departs from Hobart. Hobart Hobart Tasmania Cruise departs Monday until Saturday at 11.30am returning at 3.15pm (operates October until end May). Minimum of 6 participants and a maximum of 100 participants. Your tour includes return cruise only. Lunch is an additional cost. Founded as a winery in the 1950s, Moorilla has since evolved into a cultural haven that draws visitors from around the world to sample award-winning wine, food, accommodation and it's antiquities and art. Moorilla produces an acclaimed and awarded range of wines including premium Sparkling Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Gewurztraminer. Situated twelve kilometres north of Hobart , on a private peninsula, Moorilla is an Aboriginal word meaning, "a rock by the water"- and by water is the best way to visit on board our luxurious high-speed catamaran, Excella. In just 40 minutes be transported to another world where you can stroll amongst the vines, visit Cellar Door and enjoy Moorilla's handcrafted cool climate wines and generous and warm hospitality. Enjoy sweeping vistas across the waters of the Derwent River, with Mount Wellington and surrounding hills as a backdrop. The significant contemporary art collection features local, national and international work including a large commission piece from Australia 's most important abstractionist, Michael Johnson. The wine room offers superb tastings with views over the winery. Cruises may be cancelled due to weather conditions. Wheelchair accessibility is limited on all cruises. Operator reserves the right to substitute a vessel other than the one designated for the cruise.	Activity rate guide AUD$ 22 Check tour/activity rates   DERC101
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Tasman Island - Wild and Rugged		Dolphin & Whale
Tasman Island - Wild and Rugged	Tasman Island - Wild and Rugged, Coastal Wildlife Adventure. On the way to Port Arthur? Treat yourself to the real life experience. Few places in the world can boast of such natural wonders as those offered on this ultimate Tasmanian Wilderness Cruise. If we have onshore winds the tour may depart from Port Arthur. Otherwise the tours depart from - Eaglehawk Neck, The Blowhole on the way to Port Arthur. Driving - Allow 20mins from Port Arthur, 1.5hrs from Hobart, 55mins from Sorell to arrive at the departure point. Hobart Hobart Tasmania The tour runs for 3.5 hours maximum departing at 10am daily. We advise our adventurer's to please arrive for boarding between 9.30am and 9.45am. Allow 1.5hrs travel from Hobart. We have no age, weight or height restrictions. We are surveyed to carry 30 adventurers with a minimum of 2. We do not have wheel chair access yet, and we recommend that our adventurers have reasonable mobility. Adventurers are taken on a 3-hour tour from Pirates Bay at Eaglehawk Neck hugging the coastline to Tasman Island & return. Clients will experience Tasman's Arch, Devils Kitchen, Patterson's Arch, Waterfall Bay, Cape Hauy, The Lanterns, The Candlestick, The Totem Pole, Munroe Bight, Cape Pillar, Tasman Island and Fortescue Bay. Speed through the only drive through cave in Australia. This tour is suitable for all ages. The oldest Adventurer aboard last season 91yrs, the youngest 2 months. Treat yourself to the real wild life experience From the moment the tour begins, your senses are bombarded with the sights, sounds and smells of this spectacular slice of Tasmania. Marine animals (Seals, dolphins and Fairy Penguins), pelagic seabirds (Albatross and shearwaters) abound this nutrient rich eco system, feasting on the smorgasbord this area provides. Australian and New Zealand fur Seals work, rest, and play for the majority of their year on the 'haul outs' of Cape Hauy, Cape Pillar and Tasman Island. The tour also encompasses the migratory path of Humpback and Southern Right Whales. Our experienced skippers take you into seacaves and the geological arches that announce the beginning of this amazing stretch of coastline. Speed through the only drive through cave we are aware of in Australia. You will witness the highest towering sea cliffs in Australia and feel the solitude of Tasman Island and its light station at the South Eastern extremity of Tasmania. Tour operator, skipper/guide and son of one of our last real light keepers, Craig Parsey grew up on a variety of lighthouse stations around Tasmania's diverse coastline. The tour includes a break in the peaceful waters of Canoe Bay, The Tasman National Park, with Tasmanian Wine and nibbles provided aboard our eco vessel "sunfish". "Few places in the world can boast of such natural wonders as those offered by Sealife Experience on this ultimate Tasmanian Wilderness Cruise" Marine Wildlife observations 2006: Southern Right Whales, Humpback Whales, Killer Whales, Minkie Whales, Pilot Whales, Common and Bottlenose Dolphins, Australian and New Zealand Fur Seals, Wandering/Shy/Buller's/Yellow Nosed and Grey Headed Albatross, Giant Petrels, Prions, Shearwaters, Fairy Penguins, Australasian Gannets, Gulls, Sea Eagles, Falcons, Tuna, Mako Sharks, Sunfish and so much more. Seals are guaranteed. We provide spray jackets, sunscreen and ginger tablets to ensure you have the ultimate Tassie experience. The vessel is a 12.6m NAIAD eco cruiser cat with 250hp supercharged Suzuki 4 stroke engines. No smelly fumes, quite engines to maximise your enjoyment. Top speed 42knots.	Activity rate guide AUD$ 50 Check tour/activity rates   SLEP100
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Fly Fishing Full Day Tour - 13 hours		Fishing
Fly Fishing Full Day Tour - 13 hours	Come and trout fish Tasmania and let us help you cast your fly at some of the wildest trout in some of the world's cleanest waters through some of the world's most beautiful scenery. The actual fishing venue will be determined by us on the day depending on factors such as weather, angler's experience and type of service chosen. If transport is required, then day trips are from greater Hobart. Hobart Hobart Tasmania Starts at 6:30am and finishes at 8:00pm We do NOT mix bookings to maximise numbers. If you book as a single person, your tour will be one on one and if booked as a two person group then two on one etc. Maximum for a wild fish tour is three. Participants must be 13 or over, able bodied with a fitness level to walk banks & wade gentle streams as a minimum standard. Please bring hat, sunglasses, suncream, towel and bottled water. Experienced fly fisher? This is the day experience taking in some of the most awe inspiring scenery. Your guide will show you the best places for some awesome fly fishing. Want to learn fly fishing? No problem we can make the experience your introductory fly fishing workshop! Your Full Day fly fishing tour starts with a 6.30am pick-up at your Greater Hobart accommodation and returns approx. 8.00pm. The day includes morning and afternoon teas, plus lunch and choice of non alcoholic refreshments (both hot & cold) and all fishing gear and waders. Fly fishing is for wild trout on rivers and streams where you will be stalking the fish by walking the banks or wading, depending on conditions and choice of venue on the day. Our tours also cover your fishing licence. Please contact us the day before for confirmation. Early Spring & late Autumn recommend warmer undergarments, jumpers & shower jackets. Summer long sleeved shirts, trousers or jeans & thick socks. Warm weather proof outer garments all year round are advisable	Activity rate guide AUD$ 495 Check tour/activity rates   RTTT100
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Fly Fishing Overnight For Two		Fishing
Fly Fishing Overnight For Two	Enjoy a 24 hour fly fishing experience in beautiful Tasmania. Casting to sighted fish from the mayfly risers to stalking the backwaters for tailing fish or searching the bubble line can all be part of your wild trout 24 hour fly fishing tour. The actual fishing venue will be determined by us on the day depending on factors such as weather, angler's experience and type of service chosen. If transport is required, then day trips are from greater Hobart. Hobart Hobart Tasmania This activity lasts for 24 hours We do NOT mix bookings to maximise numbers. If you book as a single person, your tour will be one on one and if booked as a two person group then two on one etc. Maximum for a wild fish tour is three. Participants must be 13 or over, able bodied with a fitness level to walk banks & wade gentle streams as a minimum standard. Please bring hat, suncream, towel, and personal items for the overnight stay. Experienced fly-fisher? This is the perfect break in some of the most awe inspiring scenery. Your guide will show you the best places for some awesome fly-fishing. Want to learn fly-fishing? No problem we can cater this experience to match your needs - just ask! Your 24 hour fly fishing tour includes 4 star accommodation with breakfast and dinner served with wine or beer. The day includes morning and afternoon teas, a plush lunch and choice of non alcoholic refreshments (both hot & cold), all fishing gear and waders. Fly fishing is for wild trout on rivers and streams where you will be stalking the fish by walking the banks or wading, depending on conditions and choice of venue on the day. Our tours also cover your fishing licence. Your choice of our all inclusive 4 star heritage accommodation is available prior to, at the end of or can be incorporated into the days fly fishing package. The accommodation is based on twin share or a double. Accredited with the Tasmanian Tourism Council and the state's recognised governing body, Trout Guides & Lodges Tasmania Inc. We make every effort to contact you and discuss conditions prior to the day, but if in doubt please contact us the day before for confirmation	Activity rate guide AUD$ 1130 Check tour/activity rates   RTTT101
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Day Tripper Pedal N Paddle Tour		Friends & Social
Day Tripper Pedal N Paddle Tour	If our Mt Wellington Descent isn't quite enough for you, add a two hour sea kayak to the tour and make the ultimate five hour Hobart adventure tour. We currently offer two tours to choose from which both combine the Mt Wellington Descent and a two hour sea kayak. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing that won't restrict you when bike riding such as shorts or long trousers. Sneakers are best for cycling and sports sandals/ sneakers are best for seakayaking (no open-toed sandals or shoes with heels). A change of shorts/trousers is recommended for after seakayaking. Layers are the best way to go, t-shirt underneath, then long sleeve jumper and/or jacket. We can store your extra gear so bring it in a bag to access in between activities. Hobart Hobart Tasmania This is a 5 hour adventure, including a 3 hour bike ride and a two hour sea kayak. Your guide will ride with you all the way from the summit into town, for larger groups there are more guides. We use a ratio of 1 guide per 5 guests. All equipment is provided - bike, helmet, gloves, warm fleece jacket, rain jacket, double sea kayak, paddle, life jacket and a waterproof bag. Come and enjoy 5 hours of adventure pedalling from Mt Wellington's summit and finishing off with a fantastic kayak in the sea. Choose between a morning departure (9:30am) or an afternoon departure (1:30pm) - it's up to you! Why not start your day at 9.30am with a wake up call on the Mt Wellington Descent. Nothing could be more sobering than a 21km downhill bike ride on the Mt Wellington Descent. Ride from the summit back to sea level then jump in a sea kayak and hit the water with a two hour paddle. This gentle sea kayak takes you around Battery Point around to the landmark Wrest Point Tower and back again. See Hobart from the water for a completely different perspective. Finish with fish and chips for lunch from one of the fish punts on the docks. The tour concludes around 2.30pm. If you're not a morning person, then perhaps our afternoon trip is more suitable. It covers the same tracks as our morning adventure, starting at 1:30pm and concluding around 6:30pm. A light meal and a snack in included as well as transport to the summit, fully experienced guides and all equipment. A minimum level of fitness is required for cycling and it helps if you've ridden a bike before. Once you get off the mountain, the roads are mostly flat, in some cases there are some gentle inclines. There are plenty of regrouping points along the way to cater for all speed levels. There is no fitness level required for the sea kayking. Please leave your luggage safely in your vehicle or hotel (we cannot take responsibility for personal items left unattended by you).	Activity rate guide AUD$ 95 Check tour/activity rates   ISLA102
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Wine Workshop for You and 30 Friends - Hobart		Hens Party
Wine Workshop for You and 30 Friends - Hobart	Invite 30 friends to your favourite Hobart venue and experience our wine workshop. It's relaxing, fun and educational. The workshops increase your wine knowledge and understanding, in a fun relaxed environment We meet you at your nominated location in Hobart. Hobart Hobart Tasmania The workshop lasts usually up to two hours. We start with a wine tasting, followed by a really informative wine presentation, and finish with a more thorough wine tasting and quiz, with prizes for the winners. The workshops are fine for up to 31 people Humour essential. We come to your favourite metropolitan venue that you have organised. The venue is best set up in a classroom style with seating and table for all, a presenter's lectern and glassware. We provide the wine expert and the tasting wines, quiz, full tasting notes and the prize wines. Wine Workshops are a fun, easy way for you and a group of friends to learn more about wine styles and tastes. The workshop features a wine tasting with a quiz. Form the group into teams, taste the wines, answer our questions and the members of the winning team each wins a bottle of fine wine! We cover a wide range of topics during the tasting, including: - Classic Australian grape varieties and wine styles - How to taste wine - See, Swirl, Sniff and Slurp - Spit or Swallow! - Storing and serving wines; glassware; common wine faults. - Wine and health - alcohol levels in wines and recommended drinking levels. - Food and wine matching. - Life expectancy of wines - when to drink and when to keep. - Fine wines for investment The Course is run by the education arm of The Wine Depot. Our wine classes are attended by sommeliers, wine industry staff as well as those who enjoy their wine and want to learn more.	Activity rate guide AUD$ 2650 Check tour/activity rates   TWDP107
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Battery Point and Hobart		History & Culture
Battery Point and Hobart	The only way to see Hobart, you will travel through historic Battery Point where the houses have all been maintained in beautiful Georgian splendour, Sandy Bay which is host to many grand mansions and beautiful views across to the Eastern shore. Return via the city and Hobart waterfront. This experience takes place in Hobart. Hobart Hobart Tasmania Half hour tour, allow a few minutes to put on helmets and jackets if required. 1 -3 people plus driver. Passengers must be over 4 years old. We can carry passengers from 4 years old (our oldest passenger to date is 98). We carry 1-3 passengers, single travellers attact an addtional fee of half fare. You will travel in style around Battery Point, an old port and maritime village which hosts a number of pretty buildings including the Arthur Circus Cottages and St. George's Anglican Church. You will see many Georgian buildings in beautiful grounds all maintained in original condition. You will then travel along Sandy Bay where we have wonderful mansions and great views across the Eastern Shore on past the Wrest Point Casino to return through the city and waterfront, which is still a major fishing port and passenger ship terminal, so there is always plenty of activity and being on our trike gives you wonderful opportunities to make the most of all the photo opportunities you will come across in our beautiful city all tours are subject to weather conditions. If it is raining we will re-shedule for you	Activity rate guide AUD$ 35 Check tour/activity rates   TRIK103
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Mount Wellington Thrill		Motorbike
Mount Wellington Thrill	A must do whilst in Hobart. Wind your way up to the top of famous Mt Wellington with views over one third of Hobart, Bruny Island, Storm Bay and Derwent Valley. Travel back via Cascade Brewery, Female Factory, trendy South Hobart and the Hobart waterfront. This activity takes place in Mt Wellington. Hobart Hobart Tasmania Approximately one and a half hours 1 - 3 people and your driver Allow a few minutes to put on helmets and jackets. Can take passengers from 4 years old and our oldest passenger to date is 98. Easy access for disabled. Maximum passengers 3. Single travellers attract additional fee of one half fare. Take a trip up the mountain for 360 degree views over Hobart, Bruny Island, Storm Bay and Derwent Valley. At the top visit the information centre and viewing platform, great photo opportunities. Travelling back past the Cascade Brewery, the Female Factory and see the magnificent architecture take in the beautiful Hobart waterfront. This tour is available in the evening with great views of the city lights. All tours are subject to weather conditions. if it is raining we will re-schedule for you	Activity rate guide AUD$ 70 Check tour/activity rates   TRIK100
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