kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours) | 2 hours 30 minutes

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kunanyi/Mount Wellington
2 Adults x $28.74
$57.48
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • WiFi on board
  • Informative local guide commentary
  • Kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all-day
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington
  • Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bike freight ($10 per bike)

Overview

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the official shuttle bus for kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Join us as we travel 1270 metres above sea level to experience spectacular views over Hobart and southern Tasmania. The 2.5 hr return tour includes 30 minutes to take in the views from the lookouts and observation shelter at the summit. Buses depart daily from Hobart’s waterfront. OR, if you’re looking for a little more adventure, you have the option to hop-on and hop-off at 5 Wellington Park bus stops where you’ll find a variety of alpine walking tracks to explore. Enjoy kunanyi / Mount Wellington at your own pace, then hop-on a later bus to return to Hobart. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the only tour company with exclusive access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington when Pinnacle Road is closed due to snow. Tour includes informative local guide commentary and a complimentary bushwalking map. Bus pass valid all day. Buses are wheelchair accessible and can carry mountain bikes.

Meeting points

The bus stop is located opposite the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (outside Hydro Tasmania building).

End point

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Outside Brooke Street Pier on Hobart's waterfront.

Itinerary

  • Fern Tree Playground (Pass By)

    Optional hop-off at Fern Tree Park bus stop. A sheltered grassy area with toilets, picnic areas, wood-fired barbeques and children’s play equipment. The starting point for shaded walks through fern gullies and alongside bubbling streams. Take the Pipeline Track to Silver Falls (40-min return), which follows the route of the water pipeline supplying some of Hobart’s water. A short, easy walk, also suitable for mountain bikes. Visit Fern Tree Tavern for lunch, coffee and cake or a refreshing cold beverage. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Optional hop-off at The Springs bus stop. A level picnic area with toilets, picnic tables, gas-fired barbeques and the starting point for a range of walking tracks and mountain bike trails on the eastern foothills of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Take the Lenah Valley Track to Sphinx Rock (45-min return), great views of the Organ Pipes above and Hobart and the River Derwent below. A short, easy walk through eucalypt forest to the impressive sandstone rock platform of Sphinx Rock (caution: 10 metre cliff drop). Visit Lost Freight Cafe for hot drinks, light meals and snacks. Open 7 days.

  • Organ Pipes Circuit Trail (Pass By)

    Optional hop-off at The Springs or The Chalet bus stops. The Organ Pipes Walk (3-hr return) is one of Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks. A difficult walk that follows the contour of the mountain around the base of the 120-metre-high dolerite columns of the Organ Pipes to The Chalet. Rock climbers are sometimes seen in action. Spectacular views. Walk uphill on well-marked tracks from The Springs to The Chalet, or downhill from The Chalet to The Springs (1.5-hr one-way).

  • Mount Wellington

    Travel to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington, 1270 metres above Hobart. Here you'll have 30 minutes to take in the spectacular views over Hobart and the east coast, and to the west, looking over the World Heritage Area of Southern Tasmania. The summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington features a sheltered observation area with interpretive signage, multiple lookouts and toilets, including disabled access toilets. Take the Zig Zag Track across the plateau to a lookout (20-min return), taking in spanning views of Tasmania’s alpine environment. A short, easy walk. Take a short, difficult walk downhill on the steep stepped Zig Zag Track and Pinnacle Track to The Springs (1.5-hr one-way). Great views of the Organ Pipes and Hobart and the River Derwent below. Hop-on a later bus at The Springs to return to Hobart. Hop-on and hop-off the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus to explore a variety of short alpine walks and mountain bike trails on the mountain. Bus stops include Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet and Big Bend.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please check the weather before you go and dress to the conditions.

Free Cancellation

September 30100% refund
October 01No refund

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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977 reviews

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  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 889 reviews with 5 stars

Well worth the trip. Interesting and informative

Published on Feb, 2025

Great trip ….. if the weather is good. The bus driver was excellent. His commentary was very informative and sounded very natural considering he must do it several times a day.

Amazing place to visit

Published on Feb, 2025

Very informative, interesting and relaxing bus journey. Our Guide was very good at giving us details of where we were and all the history surrounding it. Scenery was just fantastic. Really enjoyed the experience.

Amazing view

Published on Feb, 2025

The driver of the SkyBus to Mount Wellington was a true highlight of the trip. Not only was he incredibly friendly and welcoming, but he was also exceptionally well-informed. Throughout the ride, he shared insightful facts and engaging stories about the history of Hobart, the mountain itself, and the surrounding area. His enthusiasm and expertise added so much depth to the experience, making it more than just a scenic ride – it felt like a personal tour. It’s clear the driver is passionate about Tasmania, and that made the journey all the more special. Thank you

Weather kind so fabulous Panoramic view

Published on Feb, 2025

Long but interesting drive to the summit of Mount Wellington. Brilliant commentary throughout journey. Excellent driving on narrow road. Got to observe the changing environment /nature during the ascent. Had 1/2 hour to see the view It was glorious day at the base Wild & windy at summit so wrap up. Thoroughly worth it.

Very good customer service.

Published on Feb, 2025

Our cruise ship docked at Hobart as we were no longer going to our original itinerary locations due to weather. We visited from regional WA, and never even considered going to Tasmania. This tour made it well worth it! Our guide was Paul, he was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. It was a truly amazing and memorable day seeing the summit of the mountain. Well priced and very convenient, loved getting to sit back and relax further. I would definitely recommend this trip, would’ve enjoyed the city loop if we had more time.

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