Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass

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Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
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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.

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Ulrike – Australia

Driver was friendly and inclusive. Driver was a good driver, I felt safe. Driver gave clear instructions.

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Ella – Australia

It was a lovely day out. Greg was very helpful telling me where to get off as I wanted to hike up the mountain. I hiked up from The Springs (2 hours) then got the bus back down. Beautiful view, worth the money for the shuttle bus. They go up in all weather conditions

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Brooke Street Pier

  • Bus/coach

    (15 minutes)

  • Fern Tree

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (15 minutes)

  • The Springs Wellington Park

    Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way, Hop-on Hop-off stop (5 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

  • The Chalet

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (5 minutes)

  • Big Bend Carpark

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (5 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Wellington Park

    Break time, Photo stop, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way, Workshop, Hop-on Hop-off stop (40 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (5 minutes)

  • Big Bend Carpark

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (5 minutes)

  • The Chalet

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

  • The Springs Wellington Park

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

  • Fern Tree

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (15 minutes)

  • Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre

    Hop-on Hop-off stop

  • Bus/coach

    (1 minute)

  • Arrive back at:

    Brooke Street Pier

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience spectacular views over the city of Hobart and southern Tasmania
  • Hop-on and hop-off at 5 bus stops in Wellington Park
  • Explore the network of bushwalking & mountain bike trails within Wellington Park
  • Discover the easiest way to get to kunanyi/Mt Wellington
  • Enjoy 2.5hour return city to summit to city tour or hop on and off along the way

Full 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

Meeting point

12 Franklin Wharf. HOBART. Bus stop is located outside the glass Brooke Street Pier Building (MONA Ferry Terminal)

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing

Know before you go

  • 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.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 659 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Ulrike – AustraliaApril 25, 2025 – Verified booking
Driver was friendly and inclusive. Driver was a good driver, I felt safe. Driver gave clear instructions.
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Ella – AustraliaApril 23, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a lovely day out. Greg was very helpful telling me where to get off as I wanted to hike up the mountain. I hiked up from The Springs (2 hours) then got the bus back down. Beautiful view, worth the money for the shuttle bus. They go up in all weather conditions
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Katie – United KingdomApril 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Great day overall. We got off the bus at The Springs and did a 5km loop before hopping back on the bus to go to the top. Views were amazing, it was a bit cold at the top with the wind so layers are a must. Tony was a a great guide who was very informative!

Product ID: 191573

Activity provider:Red Decker Company

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