Top Burnie Outdoor Activities

Experience the best highlights worry-free on our great-value 5-hour tour, designed especially for cruise ship passengers and operated by award-winning eGuide. Enjoy a scenic journey inland from Burnie to Wings Wildlife Park, where you’ll spend one hour viewing Tasmania’s unique animals, including the famous Tasmanian Devil. We then travel back along the coast, stopping in the seaside town of Penguin for photos with the iconic Big Penguin, before visiting the beautiful Emu Valley Rhododendron Gardens — with a chance to spot platypus in the wild. Every guest receives our exclusive Convict Buff — a thoughtful keepsake inspired by the journey of those who first arrived in Tasmania from England.

This small-group day trip to Cradle Mountain has been specially designed so cruise ship passengers can make the most of their limited time on land. Choose between several walking tracks on the mountain, and see native wildlife as well as beautiful waterfalls and rainforest. Finish the moderately active day sampling local wine and food before your return to Burnie Port.

Discover the natural beauty, wildlife, and gourmet flavors of Northwest Tasmania on this immersive full-day private tour from Burnie Cruise Terminal. Designed for travelers seeking a relaxed yet enriching exploration, the journey blends waterfalls, rainforests, coastal towns, and artisan tastings with breathtaking lookouts along the way. Your expert guide leads you through Burnie’s highlights, charming coastal villages, and fertile farmlands—all while sharing stories of Tasmania’s culture, history, and wilderness. Perfect for a complete taste of Tasmania in one unforgettable day.