Port Arthur, Richmond and Tassie Devils Active Tour from Hobart
Celebrate unique Tasmania, in this fast-paced, action packed tour day, combining Tassie Devils, history and coastal scenery. Discover the fascinating convict history at Port Arthur Historic Site, deemed an inescapable prison. Explore the spectacular scenery of the Tasman National Park along the Waterfall Bay clifftop walk, experience a Tassie Devil feeding and a visit to Richmond historic village.
Highlights
• Visit Port Arthur Historic Site • Explore the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo • Experience the ferocious action of a Tasmanian Devil feeding • Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk (easy grade 2km) • See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch • Enjoy the stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The “Dogline” • Visit historic Richmond Village
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Port Arthur, Richmond and Tassie Devils Active Tour from Hobart
What's included in Port Arthur, Richmond and Tassie Devils Active Tour from Hobart
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pirates Bay/Eaglehawk Neck
Today is action packed and fast paced, so we make an early start from Hobart and drive directly to the stunning Tasman Peninsula. This area has amazing history, fascinating stories and spectacular scenery. It is also home to Australia’s highest sea cliffs. We enjoy the panoramic views of the area from Pirates Bay Lookout which provides a great vantage here of the surrounding area.
Tasman National Park
Passing through Eaglehawk Neck and “The Dogline” our Tour Guides will share with you some amazing history and stories of the area.
Waterfall Bay
We begin one of Tasmania’s “Great Short Walks”. This is a short but spectacular track along the Waterfall Bay Clifftop. The walk is around 45 minutes, undulating and categorised as an easy walk. The track concludes at the remarkable rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.
Inclusions
- Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee
- Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee
- Professional guides & interpretation
- Small, friendly groups
- Tassie Devil Feeding
- Port Arthur Harbor Cruise
- Food and drinks: There are many options for your lunch and snacks at the Port Arthur Historic Site.
- No luggage on board, only your day pack
- No airport drop offs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Our General Meet Point is the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre at 20 Davey Street. The pickup time is 7:25am, be ready at 7:20am. The tour returns to this same location around 6.00pm. Hotel pick up is available from select Hotels. Contact the Tour Operator directly, via email, to enquire.
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• Please make sure you bring a large refillable water bottle, closed sturdy shoes for walking. We recommend runners, sneakers, hiking boots and sensible clothes for outdoor conditions. Warm layers are a great idea! A waterproof rain jacket, just in case. • The Waterfall Bay cliff top walk takes around 30-45 minutes and is a gentle undulating trail. This walk is also optional. • There are many options for your lunch at the Port Arthur Historic Site. There are cafes and takeaway food options to suit your style and budget. You are welcome to bring your own food/snacks along with you for the day. • Your entry to Port Arthur Historic Site includes a complimentary Harbour Cruise around the Isle of the Dead, a downloadable Podcast to your own device introducing the site, and regular site talks held around Port Arthur that you can join