Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Half-Day Tour from Hobart

Tasmania



Learn about Australia's native animals during a half-day excursion to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Departing Hobart, head to Historic Richmond Village to explore before arriving at Bonorong

Hobart Day Tour: Richmond and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

This guided day tour in Hobart is ideal for wildlife lovers and history enthusiasts interested in exploring Richmond and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Description

Travel across the Tasman Bridge into the Coal River Valley and visit Richmond, a historic town known for its stone cottages, Georgian mansions, and Australia's oldest convict-built road bridge and Catholic Church. Enjoy a brief orientation tour before strolling along the Coal River and exploring village streets filled with shops and galleries. Sample local produce at cafes and restaurants.

Next, visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, a breeding site for the Tasmanian Devil, where you will meet these iconic animals and other native species up close. Hand-feed free-roaming animals while wandering the sanctuary grounds and capture memorable photos throughout the day.

Highlights

  • City tour of Hobart on the way out of town
  • Close-up encounters with Australian animals at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Visit Richmond, a historic Tasmanian town
  • Meet the Tasmanian Devil

Includes

  • Courtesy hotel pick-up
  • Transportation to and from Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Close encounters with wildlife
  • Tour of Richmond

Excludes

  • Hotel drop off
  • Optional gratuities

Important Information

  • Be outside your hotel 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. Pick-up times may vary due to traffic.
  • No hotel drop-offs after morning tours.
  • To secure hotel pick-up, ensure you have a confirmed reservation with Gray Line or your hotel.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a camera for wildlife photography. The best time to visit is during the morning tour when animals are more active.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a guided visit to Richmond, a historic Tasmanian town, and a wildlife experience at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary with opportunities to see native animals.
The tour starts in Hobart, Tasmania, with transportation across the Tasman Bridge to Richmond and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
The tour lasts approximately half a day, typically around 4 to 5 hours.
Yes, Tasmanian devils are one of the native species you can see and learn about at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for children interested in Tasmania's wildlife and history.
Yes, the tour includes a brief orientation and free time to stroll around Richmond’s historic streets and visit local shops and cafes.
The tour operates year-round; check the website for current tour times to plan your visit in Tasmania.
You can book the tour online through authorized booking platforms or local Tasmania travel agencies.
Meals are not included, but the tour offers opportunities to sample local produce at cafes in Richmond.
Yes, the tour includes transportation by vehicle between Hobart, Richmond, and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Tasmania.

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