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Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass

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Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
4.8  / 5508 reviews
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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

C
Cyrus – Australia

Thank to the driver, he is really friendly, informative and supportive!!

C
Cyrus – Australia
J
Judit – Australia

Mount Wellington is the best and a must place to visit in Hobart. I suggest to go up to the lookout by bus and walk down on the zig zag track to Fern Tree park where you can either to catch the next Mount Wellington Explorer bus or just a local public transport (in case you might have to wait too much). Up on the top it's very windy and cold, so you need to wear more layers. As you walk down on the track, the temperature rises and the view is breath-taking. The Explorer Bus that takes you up to the top is very clean and punctual, and its driver is very friendly and gives you a lot of information and interesting facts about the mountain and it's history.

J
Judit – Australia

Experience

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

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Participants

Date

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 about 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.
  • 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 508 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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Cyrus – AustraliaNovember 28, 2024  – Verified booking
Thank to the driver, he is really friendly, informative and supportive!!
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Judit – AustraliaDecember 14, 2020  – Verified booking
Mount Wellington is the best and a must place to visit in Hobart. I suggest to go up to the lookout by bus and walk down on the zig zag track to Fern Tree park where you can either to catch the next Mount Wellington Explorer bus or just a local public transport (in case you might have to wait too much). Up on the top it's very windy and cold, so you need to wear more layers. As you walk down on the track, the temperature rises and the view is breath-taking. The Explorer Bus that takes you up to the top is very clean and punctual, and its driver is very friendly and gives you a lot of information and interesting facts about the mountain and it's history.
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GetYourGuide traveler – MalaysiaNovember 30, 2024  – Verified booking
The weather was uncooperative but Greg remained cheerful and informative. The
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Activity provider:Red Decker Company

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