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Maria Island National Park Tour from Hobart

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  • Explore Maria Island National Park (5 - 6hrs)
  • Walk to the amazing “Painted Cliffs” and wander amongst the unusual rock formation
  • Enjoy spectacular views as we walk to the “Fossil Cliffs”
  • Explore and discover the geological history among the exposed fossils
  • Discover the convict history at the Darlington World Heritage convict site
  • Be amazed at the abundant wildlife enjoying life on their extraordinary island
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It’s hard to put the magic of Maria Island into words. Just an hour’s drive east from Hobart plus a 30 minute ferry ride, this otherworldly island keeps its own time, far from the demands of modern life.

As soon as you step off the boat you’ll notice the quietness, the wildness, the sense of history. There are no vehicles here but plenty of traffic; Maria Island island is home to vast numbers of wombats, wallabies, Cape Barren Geese and Tasmanian Devils that wander all over the place.

Explore the world heritage listed Darlington settlement, a beautifully preserved probational convict camp that’s considered the best in the world. Walk with us to the Painted Cliffs, an easy 4.5km round trip, seeing surreal and colourful sandstone formations up close. And we finish with the Fossil Cliffs walk, another easy 4.5km circuit, traversing the western side of the island over windswept hills and cliffs of 300 million year old fossils.

Along the way there’s plenty of space to play in the rockpools, relax on the beach, spot local wildlife and take photos of the stunning scenery, proving it wasn’t all just a dream.

Note

Maria Island is a special, beautiful and wild island National Park accessible by boat. There are no cars, shops, charging stations for devices etc. on the island. Facilities are limited. Please ensure you are able to carry everything you will need for the day. You will need a day pack to carry warm clothing as necessary. A jacket suitable for walking in light rain conditions. Equally, you will need adequate sun protection should it be a warm sunny day. Please ensure you have a large water bottle. You will have an opportunity to purchase lunch/sandwiches in the morning but we recommend you buy your snacks prior to the day if you prefer a wider choice or have special dietary requirements to consider. Please ensure you wear comfortable footwear for walking. The walking on Maria Island is graded as easy walking. However, we are on the island for around 6 hours, with around 10 km’s of walking trails to explore. Please ensure your clothing and footwear is adequate for this type of activity in the great outdoors. There is time to swim and relax should you choose to.

Inclusions

  • National Park entrance fee
  • Return ferry crossing fee
  • Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides
  • Informative tours and guided walks
  • A small group limit of 20 people per tour
  • Pick-up and drop off from selected hotels

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks - We do provide a quick stop along the drive for you to purchase lunch/sandwiches/rolls to take with you, however we recommend you bring your own food supplies for the day ahead. There are no shops on Maria Island. You will need to carry all food and drink with you, in your day pack, on this tour day.

Highlights

  • Explore Maria Island National Park (5-6hrs)
  • Walk to the amazing “Painted Cliffs” and wander amongst the unusual rock formation
  • Enjoy spectacular views as we walk to the “Fossil Cliffs”
  • Explore and discover the geological history among the exposed fossils
  • Discover the convict history at the Darlington World Heritage convict site
  • Be amazed at the abundant wildlife enjoying life on their extraordinary island
  • 30 min ferry ride each way

Time

  • Tour departs from the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre at 20 Davey Street, Hobart. Please be ready for pick up at this location at 6.45am
  • Returning to Hobart at 5.00pm
  • Operates Monday, Tuesday & Thursday (01 Nov–30 April)

Hotel Pickup

  • If you require hotel pick up, please contact the operator directly prior to your tour to confirm this. Please note that the operator offers this from select locations only and may not be applicable to your hotel.
  • The operator contact information will be included in the voucher received after purchase.

What To Bring

  • A day backpack
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Closed, sturdy shoes for walking (runners, sneakers, hiking boots)
  • Sensible clothes for outdoor conditions (warm layers are a great idea!)
  • A waterproof jacket, just in case.
  • A sunhat and beanie
  • A sense of adventure!
  • Optional: Swimmers and a towel.

Additional Information

  • Children under 8 years are not permitted on this tour
  • Requires good mobility and adequate fitness

Cancellation Policy

  • You must provide a minimum of 48hrs notice of cancellation. 48 hours or less prior to tour departure time or no shows - 100% fee applies, no refunds applicable, for any reason.

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
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice
Journey away from the Tasmanian capital with a visit to Maria Island to see its diverse nature, flora and fauna for the entire day.
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