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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour
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50 minutes (Approx.)
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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the official shuttle bus for kunanyi / Mount Wellington. There's multiple daily departures from Hobart's waterfront to the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
This is a great flexible tour option for bushwalkers and mountain bike riders. Take our shuttle bus to the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, 1270 metres above Hobart. Enjoy spectacular views over southern Tasmania from the observation shelter and lookouts. Then make your own return journey to Hobart. It’s a rewarding 3 hour walk on well-marked tracks through Wellington Park. Or bring your own bike for an exhilarating 1 hour bike ride with magnificent views along the way.
Enjoy informative local guided commentary about the history and wildlife of Hobart’s beloved kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Experience a surprisingly diverse landscape, from shaded fern gullies to tall eucalypt forests and alpine boulder fields. Explore the mountain at your own pace.
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Things To Know
- Informative local guide commentary
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington
- Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
- Bike freight ($10 per bike)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bike hire
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What's included in the package
Itinerary
Mount Wellington
Take our shuttle bus to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington, 1270 metres above Hobart. Take in the spectacular views over Hobart and the east coast, and to the west, looking over the World Heritage Area of Southern Tasmania. Then make your own return journey to Hobart. It’s a rewarding 3 hour walk or a 1 hour bike ride back down the mountain with magnificent views along the way. The summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington features a sheltered observation area with interpretive signage, multiple lookouts and toilets, including disabled access toilets.
The North-South Track is a popular route for mountain bikers, linking to the Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park in Hobart’s northern suburbs. On your bike ride down mountain, stop at The Springs to start the North-South Track.
Where to meet and pickup
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The bus stop is located opposite the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (outside Hydro Tasmania building).
End Points
- The summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington, also known as The Pinnacle.
Ticket Redemption
Direct access, no redemption is required
Reviews By Other Travelers
4.9Based on 42 reviews
What do other 42 guests say about kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour
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K6445UVrichardb
5
Feb 2024
A very enjoyable trip. A bus ride to the top, and then a walk down the mountain.
The cloud was low when we got to the top, but it cleared and the views were spectacular on a beautiful day. The main Zig Zag Track was closed for repairs, but I came down the South Wellington Track which then joins...
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jenniferpD9616SF
5
Feb 2024
It was a fun bus ride to Mt Wellington.. Paul was so entertaining and engaging.. he is so funny and helpful. All the best Paul! Well see you again.. he does extra mile to make the trip fun and engaging
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D4916CPcatherinea
5
Feb 2024
What a wonderful trip. Our guide/driver was great. The views were incredible. Special thanks to Paul our driver for finding and giving me back my prescription glasses two days later!
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Things to know
Included
- Informative local guide commentary
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington
- Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
Not Included
- Bike freight ($10 per bike)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bike hire
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness