Giant Tree Expeditions: Tasmania

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Family-friendly adventures in the world's tallest & largest flowering forests

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Daytrip excursions, custom multi-day itineraries, and educational classes departing from Hobart, Tasmania.

â–º You’ve earned your Forest Badge!

► Suitable for kids and seniors of all ages! 

â–º Fun and education without digital screens

â–º Easy bushwalks to suit all abilities

â–º Let the kids study trees with lasers, binoculars, and field guides

â–º Certificate of Completion available on request – suitable for documenting independent study project for school

â–º Age-appropriate practical experience in forest ecology – from toddlers with magnifying glasses to high-schoolers with their own science projects

â–º Exclusively offered by Tasmanian Geographic.

How it works

► Transport door-to-door starting in Hobart

► Delicious picnic lunch included – we can accommodate picky eaters 

â–º Easy trails with opportunities to stop and investigate

â–º Neurodiversity-positive experiences custom-crafted for each family

â–º Expert guidance in the forest with a parent of three small children – we understand what it’s like!

â–º Need help with car-seats? We can assist!

â–º Learn about the wild forest – a perfect place to entrance and engage even the most energetic child

â–º We travel with survey-lasers, reference books, guides, digital magnifiers, and digital citizen science tools

â–º We provide certificates of completion to confirm your child’s educational experience

 

At the base of Damocles, a superlatively tall Eucalyptus regnans in the Styx Valley, Tasmania
Hobart, Tasmania, from snowy Mt. Wellington
Hobart, Tasmania, from snowy Mt. Wellington
At the base of Damocles, a superlatively tall Eucalyptus regnans in the Styx Valley, Tasmania

Understand
wild landscapes

Discover
massive trees

Enter
ancient forests

Observe
nature’s biodiversity

Meet
towering trees

Explore
forest trails

A climber on the stem of a giant baobab

We have travelled the world meeting the most marvelous plants

â–º Our Story

Expert guidance built on 25 years experience as a scientist, explorer, and observer of ancient forests.

â–º Landmark trees. Witness trees. Big trees. Ambassador trees.  Teacher trees. Awe-inspiring trees.

Bangalore Dodd Aladamara (Ficus benghalensis) :The improved and overdeveloped Big Banyan is a remarkable tree just outside of Bangalore and is a popular trip for city tourists
Katharina Mast under a spruce tree, Pacific Rim, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
At work in a spruce tree, Ellsworth and Willapa Canopy Arthropod Biodiversity Survey, SW Washington, USA photo by Andrew Larson
Bangalore Dodd Aladamara (Ficus benghalensis) :The improved and overdeveloped Big Banyan is a remarkable tree just outside of Bangalore and is a popular trip for city tourists
Katharina Mast under a spruce tree, Pacific Rim, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
At work in a spruce tree, Ellsworth and Willapa Canopy Arthropod Biodiversity Survey, SW Washington, USA photo by Andrew Larson

Tasmania has many of Earth’s tallest, largest, & oldest living things

Let’s go meet some of them!

Hobart afternoon rainbows, Tasmania, Australia
Mt. Wellington view from South Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Hobart afternoon rainbows, Tasmania, Australia
Mt. Wellington view from South Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

“A life-changing experience”

Join us on Expedition and discover for yourself!

“The magic I experienced standing among these ancient giants is a memory that will last a lifetime”
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Angus
Technician from Bergen, Norway
“The way he can interpret their hidden life and meaning leaves one with not only an increased understanding, but an affection for these beautiful living beings.”
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Emma-Joy
Teacher from Mt Beauty, Australia
“Really appreciate his knowledge and passion for flora. The vegetation around us has become friends along the walk…”
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Zoe Zeng
Traveller from Guangzhou, China
“A walking talking Encyclopedia on trees. Can not thank him enough for sharing his knowledge with me very patiently and willingly.”
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Jaspreet
Traveller from Chandigarh, India
“Imagine a forest which is mossy, messy,
and MASSIVE…
a truly unique and enigmatic ecosystem.”
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Nic
Botanist from Hobart, Tasmania
“Among the few who have an ear
for the stories
trees have to tell”
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Harshita
Environmentalist from Delhi, India
“We have been looking at interesting forests around the world. This tour … is better that everything we have tried before.”
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Lief
Forester from Stockholm, Sweden
“This expedition was a perfect combination of adventure, exercise, fun and education – I look at all the trees with different eyes now!!! I would highly recommend this tour if you are in Tasmania and want to explore the area from a unique and local perspective. “
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Anna
Expeditioneer from Victoria, Australia
“I came away from this day feeling like I had developed an intimate and personal connection with Tasmania’s trees. I transitioned from feeling like an outsider, observing, to being welcomed into the tree-fold. And that is the real gift.”
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Cecilia
Environmentalist from Perth, WA
“Organizing the tour was easy. Great communication ensured the tour was tailored to my special interests. Top class gourmet snacks and lunches were provided and spectacular settings for meals chosen. ”
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Robert
Enthusiast from Melbourne, Australia
“I had been out to Mt Field before but it is a totally different experience with an experienced guide who can answer all the questions that you can think of about this unique natural environment”
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Joanne
Traveller from Melbourne, Australia
“A fun, fascinating, and incredibly knowledgeable guide and storyteller. He’s a true multi-specialist, with deep knowledge of botany, ecology, geology, conservation, entomology (that’s insects), and history. He taught us so much, from the smallest details of the trees, to how they fit into our entire (changing) world. “
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Michael
Climber from Vancouver, Canada
“One of the most remarkable experiences of my life.”
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Jeremy
Designer from Brisbane, Australia
” I cannot recommend this tour more highly. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and learnt a lot.”
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Julian
Tourist from Queensland, Australia
“We are so glad we did this tour! Our guide was superb and attentive to our requests when organising the day. His knowledge of the vast landscapes, eco systems and trees was superior and his friendly, warm and welcoming demeanour was just amazing. Thank you so much for the day. We are so happy that we did it and met you! And the best bonus of the day – snow for the first time!”
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Alicia
Expeditioneer from NT, Australia

Giant Tree Expeditions runs bushwalking, science, scenic, driving, and private customised guided tours from Hobart, Tasmania.

 

All of our tours are on-demand, private tours exclusive to your travel group. We customise our exact itinerary to meet your interests, abilities, and the conditions of the day.

Select your Expedition:

1 • Multi-Day Custom Itinerary

Plan your ultimate, unique, Tasmanian touring Expedition with us via Tasmanian Geographic. We’ll work together to craft a customised plan to show you the distinctive ecology and natural values of the island. 

â–º Multi-day

2 • Day Trip Expeditions

Explore your passions and discover new skills.  Single-day, and Half-day Expeditions available.

 

â–º Day Trips

3 • Services & Group Excursions

School groups.  Conference Tours. Corporate teams. Training events. Project Support. Film Crews.  Treeclimbing and canopy access. Contact us.

â–º inquire

We conduct hiking and driving tours to precious groves of giant forest to see the tallest flowering tree species on Earth; guided bushwalking adventures to the best places to see ancient forests; science experiences in the big trees of the state of Tasmania; and many more and uniquely memorable itineraries to the most incredible natural sites. 

We take Expeditioneers to the giant forest groves and stunning landscapes of the Styx Valley, Mount Field National Park, Southwest National Park, kunanyi/Mount Wellington, Cradle Mountain-Lake Saint Clair National Park,Tasman National Park, the Tahune Airwalk and the Huon Valley, Hastings Caves, and the Southwest World Heritage Area. 

Beyond forest trees, we also run special-interest tours on forest mushroom fungus, coastal and landscape geology, birdwatching, fern biology, and more.  

 

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