kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)

Explore the stunning kunanyi/Mt Wellington with the scenic 2-hour return tour on the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus. Optional walking tracks available. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Fern Tree Playground - Optional hop-off at Fern Tree Park bus stop.

A sheltered grassy area with toilets, picnic areas, wood-fired barbeques and children’s play equipment. The starting point for shaded walks through fern gullies and alongside bubbling streams.

Take the Pipeline Track to Silver Falls (40-min return), which follows the route of the water pipeline supplying some of Hobart’s water. A short, easy walk, also suitable for mountain bikes.

Visit Fern Tree Tavern for lunch, coffee and cake or a refreshing cold beverage. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Informative local guide commentary
  • kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all-day
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington
  • Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bike freight ($10 per bike)
Additional Information

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the official shuttle bus for kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Join us as we travel 1270 metres above sea level to experience spectacular views over Hobart and southern Tasmania. The 2.5 hr return tour includes 30 minutes to take in the views from the lookouts and observation shelter at the summit. Buses depart daily from Hobart’s waterfront.

OR, if you’re looking for a little more adventure, you have the option to hop-on and hop-off at 5 Wellington Park bus stops where you’ll find a variety of alpine walking tracks to explore. Enjoy kunanyi / Mount Wellington at your own pace, then hop-on a later bus to return to Hobart.

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the only tour company with exclusive access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington when Pinnacle Road is closed due to snow.

Tour includes informative local guide commentary and a complimentary bushwalking map. Bus pass valid all day.

Buses are wheelchair accessible and can carry mountain bikes.

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please check the weather before you go and dress to the conditions.
Location
Hydro Tasmania Building
Elizabeth Street
The bus stop is located opposite the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (outside Hydro Tasmania building).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Q7906mzjoannem
Aug 29, 2024
Money well spent :-) - This was an amazing tour. The tour guide Greg was a blast he was so knowledgeable and funny. I would do this tour again when I return.
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Sharon_c
Aug 29, 2024
Mt Wellington windy trip - Information and consideration from the driver. Enjoyable and comfortable trip😉 Driver kept eye on weather and kept us all informed and safe on the mountain from the strong winds
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Robertbw5693ll
Aug 25, 2024
Mt Wellington a must-do even when cloudy - Paul is a great driver/guide, such a wealth of local information & entertaining too. Definitely worth the trip even in cloudy weather well done 👍
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Familyholidays24
Aug 20, 2024
Really great tour perfect amount of time and we really enjoyed it - We had a truly fabulous time on this tour. The guide was really knowledgeable and had an excellent sense of humour. And is a top notch bus driver!
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Connector39621977742
Aug 19, 2024
Great way to spend a morning - A few hiccups due to weather, but Fiona gave clear and reasonable explanation. Our driver Tony was knowledgeable, sensitive and entertaining. Tony dropped us off at Cascade Brewery at end of trip, and he's right, the pork cutlet was delicious.
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Arizanir
Aug 19, 2024
The best service 5 Star! - The staff was amazingly helpful, got lost a bit in Hobart and was running late. But they helped direct where to go and the driver waited us for 5min.. so grateful to be able to go to the summit while the road was closed.. Driver was hilarious, entertained us all the way.. Would come back again!
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Carmenrt7505ps
Aug 17, 2024
Great tour! - Great tour and commentary from Tony the tour guide extraordinaire. The views were amazing. Would totally recommend to anyone wanting a tour that only takes up a couple of hours and gives you a great view, great experience and with plenty of knowledge and history given by the guide.
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Ella_b
Aug 17, 2024
The tour guide Greg was... - The tour guide Greg was absolutely awesome! Very chill guy who knew a lot about the local knowledge, and stopped the bus at a little storage container café half way up the mountain for the best hot chocolate in Tasmania
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Chanroych
Aug 16, 2024
Absolutely amazing trip - We actually had a lovely trip up Kunanyi/Mt. Wellington. It was not too cold, just pleasant weather. Definitely recommended.
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Fungeesue
Aug 13, 2024
Beautiful views - A just see trip to mount Wellington! Views are amazing. Wrap up as it get cold up there. Trip there and back or if you’re feeling a little more adventurous hike a part, the bust can pick you up at various stops.
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