DESCRIPTION
Cradle Mountain National Park is filled with an incredible amount of scenery that is just begging to be explored and with this Wilderness day tour from Launceston, you can do just that. From ancient rainforests and glacial lakes to rugged mountains and luscious greenery, Cradle Mountain truly has it all and with five hours available to explore, you’ll be able to see more than enough.
Departing Launceston at 7:30 am, you’ll reach your first stop; Sheffield, the Town of Murals. Sheffield is a quirky and quaint village that depicts the history of the mountain through murals painted on buildings spread around the town. The next stop on the agenda is Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake, where you’ll be able to venture out on your own or stay with the guide as you follow the variety of walking trails. You can choose to follow the Dove Lake Circuit, climb to Marion’s Lookout for great views of the surrounding area, enjoy your lunch while soaking in the serenity and go on the search to see Cradle wombats go about their day. This adventure provides many great photo opportunities of the beautiful region before you begin your return journey back to Launceston. On your return to Launceston we make a stop at the delicious Van Diemans Land Ice creamery, making a range of flavours from local produce and visit Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm right next door. We return to Launceston around 6.00pm after a huge yet unforgettable Cradle Mountain day.
Hotel transfers are included in this tour as well as entrance fees and samples, the only exclusions are your meals, so be sure to bring your own for the day.
Inclusions
- National Parks Entrance Fees
- Professionally guided and interpreted walks
- Free tastings of local products on extra stops
Exclusions
- Meals are not included. You will have an opportunity to purchase your lunch while on tour. This stop is in a regional town at a local Bakery. The selection includes sandwiches, rolls, wraps etc. If you have special dietary requirements or prefer other choices, you may wish to come prepared with your own food of choice
Highlights
- Cradle Mountain World Heritage Area
- Dove Lake
- Weindorfers Chalet
- Pencil Pine Falls Walk
- A variety of short introductory walks
- A longer walk – Dove Lake Walk (easy) or Marion’s Lookout (medium)
- Guided walks & interpretation
- Sheffield – historic ‘Town of Murals’
- Ashgrove Cheese Factory (time permitting)
Time
- Tour departs Launceston between 7 – 7.30am depending on your pick up location
- Tour returns to your accommodation approximately 6.30pm
- Tours operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday (01 Dec – 30 Apr) Wednesday, Friday & Sunday (01 May – 30 Nov)
What To Bring
- Sensible shoes for walking
- A variety of warm clothing, beanie/hat/gloves
- Weatherproof jacket if possible
- Hat/Sunscreen
- Water Bottle
- Snacks/lunch (or buy it on the day)
- Camera
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
