CASCADES REDWOODS GROVE - WATERWORKS BLUEGUMS - THE WATERWORKS WOLF - RIDGEWAY- THE FERN GROVES - ROYAL TASMANIAN BOTANICAL GARDENS - THE SPRINGS - MOUNT WELLINGTON DOLERITE - THE OCTOPUS TREE
Ancient forest trees, gorgeous gardens, and spectacular scenery awaits
Highlights:
Discover the incredible forest on the giant mountain looming behind Hobart. Travel through a variety forest landscapes to discover the secret location of ancient trees - only a short drive from the Hobart CBD!
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Things to do:
Based on your interests, we’ll work together to make a custom itinerary that could include:
- Travel through the Ridgeway Plateau Scenic Drive
- Stand below the surreal and amazing Octopus Tree
- Walk along the soaring Eucalyptus regnans forests of kunanyi/ Mt. Wellington
- Marvel at the massive trees of the Waterworks Reserve
- Imagine the history standing below the Waterworks Wolf
- Enjoy cascading sandstone waterfalls hidden in rainforests
- See the redwood grove planted at the Cascades Gardens
- Visit the secret Fossil Layer Beds
- Travel to the summit pinnacle of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington
Details
$350 for half-day expedition (2 people)
$360 for 3 people
$370 for 4 people
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Half-day (between 4-5 hours) expedition starting between 9:00 AM or noon.
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Includes savoury pastries & fresh fruit as a light lunch
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Transport from your lodgings or a convenient meeting place
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Opportunity for longer or shorter walks, or minimal-walking car-touring
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A great way to minimise travel time and maximise forest time
Useful information including cancellation policy, equipment list, and more, can be found at the Trip Info page.
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We acknowledge the long human history of Tasmania and pay our respects to the Tasmanian Aboriginal communities.
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