Launceston: Cradle Mountain Guided Active Day Trip
West Coast, Tasmania, Tasmania
Discover Tasmania’s alpine heart and tick the World-Heritage-listed site of Cradle Mountain off your bucket list on a guided day trip from Launceston.
Highlights
- Explore Cradle Mountain National Park and World Heritage Area
- Choose the Dove Lake circuit walk or the more challenging Marion’s Lookout hike
- Visit Sheffield, known as the ‘Town of Murals’
- Walk the Rainforest City and Pencil Pine Falls tracks
- Enjoy a stop at Van Diemen’s Land Ice Creamery and Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm
Description
This full-day tour from Launceston explores Cradle Mountain, rising 1545 metres above sea level within Tasmania’s World Heritage wilderness. It suits those seeking nature, moderate to challenging walks, and local food experiences.
The tour begins with a stop in Sheffield, an open-air mural gallery town. Next, pause at a local bakery to purchase sandwiches, rolls, or wraps for lunch in a picnic area at Cradle Mountain National Park. Then, drive through rainforest-lined roads into the mountains.
Start with an easy guided walk to Pencil Pine Falls, a pristine waterfall. The main walk is the 6 km Dove Lake Circuit, which circles the lake beneath Cradle Mountain. For a more demanding option, hike to Marion’s Lookout for panoramic views of the mountain peaks and surrounding lakes.
The final stop is Van Diemen’s Land Ice Creamery and Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm, where you can sample Tasmanian dairy and produce-based treats.
Includes
- National Park entrance fee
- Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides
- Informative tours and guided walks
- Small group limit of 20 people
- Pickup and drop-off from selected hotels
Excludes
- Meals and drinks are not included
- No luggage on board, only a day pack allowed
- No airport drop-offs
Important Information
- This is an active outdoor tour involving walking. The Dove Lake Circuit is a moderate 6 km walk. Marion’s Lookout is more challenging, reaching 1200 metres elevation. You can choose your route on the day with the guide’s advice.
- Participants should have reasonable fitness, mobility, and a sense of adventure.
- Minimum age to participate is 8 years.
- Meet at Hotel Grand Chancellor, 29 Cameron Street, Launceston at 7:20 am. Please arrive 5 minutes early. The tour returns around 6:00 pm.
- You can purchase bakery-style lunch items en route to eat during the picnic stop at Cradle Mountain.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund.
