All Tasmania Tours & Excursions in 2026

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders and eventful history of Tasmania on a 6-hour boat tour from Strahan. The first-class catamaran ensures comfort from beginning to end. Cruise through Hell’s Gates, then enjoy a guided visit on Sarah Island, which once housed the island’s most notorious penal settlement. Enjoy a buffet lunch on board the ship, then continue your adventure with a boardwalk tour through the UNESCO listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.

Set out from Coles Bay on a half-day cruise across the clear waters of Wineglass Bay, an easy way to experience the highlights of Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula from the water in just a few hours—including spots hard to reach by land. Sail past white-sand beaches and dramatic granite cliffs while taking in the area’s coastal scenery, with the option to upgrade and enjoy a freshly prepared onboard lunch. As you cruise, keep watch for local wildlife such as dolphins, sea eagles, and migrating humpback whales (depending on the season).

There’s no better way to appreciate the rugged wilderness, pristine beaches, and spectacular wildlife of Bruny Island than from the sea. On this 3-hour cruise by custom-built eco-cruiser, explore deep sea caves and towering cliffs as you search for wildlife from dolphins and seals to sea eagles and great white sharks. Covered open-air seating creates a real connection to your environment on the adrenaline-pumping ride.

Soak up the serene beauty of western Tasmania on a morning cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan. Pass by natural landmarks such as Hells Gates, which marks the entrance to Macquarie Harbour from the Southern Ocean. Explore a former penal colony on Sarah Island as you journey through the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Includes a delicious chef-prepared lunch onboard. Select a seating category when booking.

Brave an after-hours visit to one of Australia’s most haunted locations on this spine-chilling 1.5-hour walking tour. Enjoy a lantern-lit tour of the Port Arthur Historic Site and uncover the harrowing history of the UNESCO-listed convict site. Hear terrifying tales of ghosts and paranormal activity that date back to the 19th-century and listen out for ghostly footsteps as you tiptoe around the former penal colony. For those that dare to finish the tour, you’ll even be presented with a ‘Certificate of Bravery and Courage’!

With a 2-day pass for Tasmania’s Port Arthur Historic Site, you can explore this former convict colony, located on the Tasman Peninsula and part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Australian Convict Sites, with the flexibility and time to make the most of your visit. Included are a self-guided audio tour, daily site talks, access to the 30-plus ruins and historical buildings, a cruise on the harbor, and a visitor guide with a map. Follow the Convict Water Supply Trail, learn what life was like as a prisoner, and see where officers lived.

The 4,170-foot (1,270-meter) peak of Mt. Wellington is one of Hobart’s most famous landmarks. This Explorer Bus ticket offers hassle-free transfers between Hobart and the mountain summit—a 30-minute journey each way. Your ticket is valid all day and there are several different departure times, so you can hop off to hike the mountain trails and spend as long as you like admiring the views from the summit.

Discover the scenic coastline, beaches, national parks, flora, and fauna of Bruny Island on an easy full-day tour from Hobart. Travel via ferry to the island (tickets included), and walk through the temperate rainforest. Stop at a viewing platform at the Neck, and sample locally made products, such as chocolate and honey. Explore the beautiful Tasmanian landscape without having to drive yourself and return to Hobart in time for dinner.

Learn about Tasmania’s most famous animal, the Tasmanian Devil, with a sanctuary tour and exclusive feeding experience. Located next to Cradle Mountain national park, the sanctuary offers a chance to see the infamous carnivores at their rowdiest time of day: lunchtime. Offering 360-degree viewing of the feeding frenzy from a walk-through enclosure, the sanctuary guides will fill you in with everything you need to know about these beloved creatures, along with the sanctuary’s important conservation work.

This is a great choice for animal lovers in Tasmania. Enjoy a close encounter with Tasmanian Devils by visiting Devils@Cradle. You’ll save time waiting in long entrance lines as entrance fees are included, and a guide will enhance your tour with a guided walk around the sanctuary. Learn about Tasmanian Devil behavior, biology, and conservation, before seeing them being fed in their enclosure with environmentally sensitive lighting.

Experience one of Launceston’s highlights on a relaxing cruise through Cataract Gorge. Board your 1890’s-style vessel and sail through the precinct, taking in the views of the cliffs and riverfront precinct. While you sail, listen to the live onboard commentary to get a better idea of the history of the area and the gorge.

The Tasman Peninsula boasts some of Tasmania’s most remote and beautiful coastal scenery, but to see the best of it you have to take to the waves. On this daily tour, cruise between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck with your guide, and admire unrivalled views over the rugged shoreline. Gaze up at vertical sea cliffs, discover deep sea caves, and spot native albatrosses, eagles, dolphins, and seals in their natural habitat.

Discover the Tamar Valley on a small-group wine tasting tour from Launceston. Visit local vineyards, sample wines, and tuck into a delicious gourmet lunch over the course of the day. Learn about the history of the region and tips for wine tasting from your guide and enjoy free round-trip transfers from any location in Launceston.

Enjoy Hobart from the water on Derwent River cruise. Choose your preferred time of day for your cruise, including lunch and dinner options, and then glide through the city to admire the harbor and waterfront attractions such as the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, the Tasman Bridge, Government House, Montagu Bay, and Rose Bay.

Explore the spectacular coastline from Port Arthur Historic Site to Cape Raoul. With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, the Tasman National Park is a coastal wonderland. Here the waters of the Tasman Sea collide with the towering ancient cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula, creating dramatic caves and arches, ending spectacularly at Cape Raoul, its dolerite columns like steps down into the ocean waters. The 90 minute wilderness cruise goes beyond the Port Arthur Historic Site to take in the cliffs, caves, arches and white sand beaches of the Tasman Peninsula to Cape Raoul. Cruise past significant historical sites like Point Puer and Isle of the Dead before marvelling at the gorgeous white sands of Safety Cove, and the tall dunes of Crescent Bay. Mt Brown provides a stunning backdrop as we cruise to Cape Raoul. Keep an eye out for the cheeky Australia fur seals that lounge at the base of the Cape Raoul. Your ticket includes entry to the Port Arthur Historic Site.

Admire Bruny Island by both land and sea on this full-day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour eco-cruise around the island. See remote beaches, rugged coastlines, and native wildlife such as dolphins and fur seals as you cruise past steep cliffs and deep sea caves. Ferry transport to the island is included, plus hot drinks and lunch.

Cradle Mountain National Park is part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Tasmanian Wilderness and home to the famous Overland Track. This day tour is ideal for anyone who want to explore the natural landscapes without committing to a long-distance hike. Admire views of Cradle Mountain from various vantage points, enjoy guided walks, and see the acclaimed Sheffield Murals. A picnic lunch is also included, to keep you energized.

With a wealth of artisan food producers, it can be hard to know where to get started if you want to tackle Bruny Island's gourmet food scene. Take out the guesswork and join a guided tour that takes you from Hobart, straight to a variety of delicious food tastings. Sample award-winning cheeses, premium wines and beer, freshly shucked oysters, handcrafted fudge, mead, and local honey—and top off the day with a delicious lunch at a beachside restaurant. There's also time to take in the island's pristine vistas during scenic stops around the island.

Explore the beauty of Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park on this full-day small group trip from Launceston. You'll enjoy hotel pickup and drive in a coach to the Cradle Mountain region. Make stops at Sheffield to see the murals, the Cradle Mountain Visitor Center to stroll the Enchanted Forest Walk, Dove Lake, Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm Cheese, and have a walk in Weindorfers Forest.

Spend around half the day exploring the coast of Tasmania’s scenic Freycinet National Park on this easygoing kayaking tour. If you’re not an experienced kayaker, don’t worry – all kayaking gear is provided free of charge and participants receive personalized coaching and guidance from the guides on this small group tour. Get striking landscape photos of Freycinet’s forests and mountains from the sea and even disembark at one of the park’s isolated beaches.

Visit some of the top attractions outside of Hobart on this day trip to Mount Wellington, Mount Field National Park, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and the historical town of Richmond.

Explore the Cape Bruny Lighthouse in South Bruny National Park on this short tour, and experience this Tasmanian landmark with historical context with the help of a guide. This tour offers insights from a guide and includes the use of binoculars for enhanced views, ensuring you make the most of your visit to this significant site.

Enjoy a full-day tour that takes in Freycinet National Park, including Wineglass Bay, Honeymoon Bay and Cape Tourville lookout among other top sites. See the sights up close during several short nature walks in Freycinet National Park, and then return to Launceston.