Waterfalls, devils, and summit views. This Hobart active day tour strings together Mt. Field waterfalls and towering gum trees, then finishes with wildlife and a big panorama from Kunanyi. I love the small-group feel (max 20) and the way guides explain Tasmania’s plants and animals in plain, practical terms, with guides like Clinton and Lukas often singled out for their energy. One caution: it’s a long day, and a couple of stops can feel a bit rushed if you like lots of hanging-around time.

The Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary stop is where the day turns from forest to animal encounters, including Tasmanian devils, kangaroos, and wombats. On a clear day you’ll get about an hour at Kunanyi (Mt. Wellington) at 1,271 m, with views across Southern Tasmania that make you understand why Hobart gets so many return visitors. If you want a day that hits three different Tasmania flavors—rainforest, wildlife, and mountain views—this tour is built for that.

Key Reasons This Tour Works So Well

• Short, connected walks at Mt. Field, including Russell Falls and the Tall Trees Track.
• Guided interpretation that ties the scenery to Tasmania flora and fauna (not just photo stops).
• Bonorong’s wildlife viewing approach, with staff guidance and patience-focused encounters.
• Kunanyi’s summit payoff, with sweeping views from 1,271 m over Hobart and the south.
• Small-group management, with a maximum of 20 people and hotel pickup from central areas.

Morning Start: What the 7:30 AM Pickup Feels Like

This is an early start tour, with pickup typically between 7:00 and 7:30 AM from most central Hobart hotels and hostels. The day kicks off at 7:30 AM and you’re back at the same meeting point later that day. It’s the kind of schedule that keeps your day efficient—without you needing to figure out parking or drive the hairpin roads yourself.

The group size cap is 20 travelers, which matters more than you might think. At Mt. Field, you’ll move as a group along tracks and boardwalks. At Bonorong, you’ll usually want a guide to keep spacing respectful around animals. A smaller group also makes it easier to regroup after each short walk segment—especially on stair sections if you choose the longer options.

Two practical notes before you go:

• No luggage on board: you’ll want a day pack only.
• Food isn’t included: the tour offers chances to buy lunch (often a bakery-style takeaway option), so plan on carrying water and snacks only if you like that security.

Mt. Field National Park: Russell Falls and the Rainforest Walk That Resets Your Day

Mt. Field is one of Tasmania’s classic nature parks, and this tour uses it well: you don’t just stop once, you hit several signature areas within the park. The day begins there, with time built in for waterfall walks among cool rainforest and towering gum trees—Tasmania’s version of stepping into a different climate.

Russell Falls: the easy win

The star early on is Russell Falls, famous for its three-tiered drop. The walk to the falls is described as an easy forest track experience, and it’s paced for regular visitors—not just hikers. You’re moving through mixed forest and temperate rainforest, so even when you’re not staring at the water, the environment is doing the entertaining.

What I like about this setup is that Russell Falls works at two levels:

• As a straightforward walk for beginners
• As an atmospheric intro to Mt. Field before you add taller-tree scenery later

Also, the timing is set up so you get the falls before the day gets too crowded—another reason this tour format feels efficient.

Horseshoe Falls and the park’s best walking variety

Mt. Field isn’t only about Russell Falls. You’re also positioned for other waterfall moments and tree-focused trails. The tour’s design keeps walks fairly “bite-sized,” which helps if you’re traveling with mixed ability levels or you just want to enjoy the day without turning it into a training plan.

Tall Trees Track and Lady Barron Falls: Swamp Gums, Steps, and Big Nature Drama

If Russell Falls gets you warm, the Tall Trees Track and the route through Lady Barron Falls are where the day gets extra “wow” without requiring a serious multi-hour trek.

Tall Trees Track: short circuit, tall payoff

The Tall Trees Track is a short circuit—about 30 minutes—built around the feeling of looking up at trees you can’t quite believe are real. The focus here is the giant Swamp Gums, reaching roughly 80 metres. That height changes how you experience the forest. You’re not just watching a waterfall; you’re watching scale.

And yes, there’s a practical side to the trail design: the tour keeps you on tracks/boardwalks, so you’re not wrestling mud or route-finding. It’s still a walk with steps if you opt for longer choices, but it stays within a “manageable active day” style rather than a hard hike.

Lady Barron Falls and the Three Falls Circuit

From there, you continue along the Three Falls Circuit, reaching the area around Lady Barron Falls. This segment is also connected with the Tall Trees area, so you get a second look at giant gum-tree scenery alongside more waterfall views.

There’s one detail guides bring up that makes this part of the day stick in your memory: the giant Swamp Gums are described as the world’s tallest flowering plant. Even if you’re not a plant nerd, that fact turns the “big trees” theme into a story, not just scenery.

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary: Tasmanian Devils and the Ethics of Viewing

After the forest, you switch gears at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. This is your animal encounter block, and it’s set up as an informative wildlife tour with expert staff.

The core animals you should expect include Tasmanian devils, plus kangaroos and wombats. Many visitors also find additional species during the experience (for example, echidna and koalas are often mentioned as part of what you may come across), but the main three are the day’s dependable anchors.

How the guide approach changes the whole experience

One thing this tour emphasizes is how you view wildlife: keep disturbance low, watch from appropriate distances, and use patience. That’s not just a feel-good policy—it makes your encounters more likely to be calm and respectful, and it helps the group stay together without rushing animals or crowding viewing points.

Also, this is where guides like Hannah, Nick, David, and Ian tend to shine in past days: they use the sanctuary time to connect what you see to Tasmania’s wildlife quirks and survival adaptations. It turns feeding-time and enclosure-time into learning you can actually recall later.

If you’re hoping for a purely hands-on animal day, you might find this more structured than you expect. But if you want animals plus context, it’s a strong fit.

Kunanyi (Mt. Wellington) Summit: How the 1,271 m View Lands

The final act is Kunanyi (Mount Wellington), starting with a trip to the summit. The height is 1,271 metres, and on a clear day the views across Southern Tasmania are the kind of payoff that makes the long drive feel worth it.

This stop lasts about one hour, with enough time to:

• take in the panorama
• look around the summit area with your guide pointing out what’s where
• grab photos without feeling like you’re trapped in a queue

One useful tip for expectation-setting: if conditions are clear, the views can be spectacular. If the weather is calmer, guides sometimes focus on what’s happening at elevation too. In fact, at certain times of year, the alpine plants can become the main “wow” moment alongside the skyline views.

Just remember: this is an outdoor summit stop, so it depends on the day’s visibility. The tour requires good weather, and if it can’t run as planned, you’re offered an alternative date or refund options.

Guides, Walking Pace, and the Real Meaning of an Active Day Tour

This tour succeeds or fails on two things: guide style and pace. The good news is that guide performance is repeatedly highlighted, with names like Clinton, Lukas, Hannah, Nick, David, Ian, Ben, Steve, Jeremy, and Peter showing up as standouts. When the guide is strong, Mt. Field becomes more than waterfall math, Bonorong becomes more than animal sightings, and Kunanyi stops being just a viewpoint.

What the pace is like

The walking blocks are short and structured:

• Russell Falls walk time
• Tall Trees circuit
• a section that includes Lady Barron Falls and the Three Falls Circuit

Even so, it’s still a full day. Some people like that tight structure. Others want a slower rhythm. There’s a recurring theme from past experiences: Mt. Field can move at a brisk clip, and the schedule can feel like it’s trying to cover a lot in one go. If that’s your style, you’ll likely be happy with this tour’s balance. If you hate feeling timeboxed, you might find a stop or two too quick.

Walking difficulty and comfort level

The tour is designed for a moderate fitness level and says small walking is involved. There are steps if you choose the longer options, and there are alternative choices depending on ability. So you don’t have to max out every trail, but you do need to be comfortable moving between stops and handling stairs on certain segments.

If you’re going with kids, the minimum age is 8, and you’ll want to read the day as an active nature trip, not a museum-style outing.

Price and Value: Is $132.69 Worth It?

At $132.69 per person, you’re paying for a lot more than entrance tickets. Here’s the practical breakdown of what’s handled for you:

• Professional guides and interpretive walks
• National park fees (Mt. Field)
• Wildlife park entrance fee (Bonorong)
• Transport plus hotel pickup from central areas
• Mobile ticket convenience

What’s not included:

• Food and drinks
• You’ll need to buy lunch on tour (bakery-style takeaway is mentioned as an option)

From a value perspective, this price makes sense if you:

• don’t want to drive or plan the route yourself across multiple sites
• want a guide to explain what you’re seeing
• like small-group touring (max 20)

If you already have a car, you could technically DIY the stops. But you’d still need to manage the logistics, timing, and (most importantly) the interpretive layer that makes Mt. Field and Bonorong feel like more than checkboxes.

Should You Book the Hobart Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington & Wildlife Day Tour?

Book it if you want one day that covers three essential Tasmania highlights without the stress of planning: Mt. Field waterfalls, Bonorong wildlife encounters, and a Kunanyi summit view that gives you your bearings over Hobart and the south.

Skip it or think twice if:

• you strongly dislike long travel days and tightly scheduled stops
• you want an unstressed, slow “wander and linger” pace at every stop
• you’re not comfortable with some walking and step sections

If your ideal day in Hobart is active but not extreme—rainforest, animals, and a view—this tour is a solid choice.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour duration is listed as about 11 hours (approx.).

What’s included in the $132.69 price?

You get professional guides and interpretive walks, national park fees, and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary entrance. Hotel pickup is also part of the experience.

What isn’t included?

Food and drinks aren’t included. There’s an opportunity to purchase a bakery-style takeaway lunch on tour.

Is hotel pickup included, and when does it start?

Hotel pickup is available from most central city hotels and hostels. Pickup time is typically between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM depending on where you’re staying.

How much walking is involved?

A small amount of walking is involved, but the tour includes short walks and some steps (especially if you choose longer options). A moderate fitness level is required.

What animals can you see at Bonorong?

You can expect encounters with Tasmanian devils, kangaroos, and wombats. The sanctuary tour is designed for up-close animal viewing with guidance from staff.

What’s the best time to see Mt. Wellington views?

The tour requires good weather. If weather prevents the experience, you’ll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The minimum age to participate is 8 years.

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