Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Get ready for an unforgettable day of exploration in one of Tasmania’s most iconic destinations! Discover Cradle Mountains Dove Lake with a full day tour designed for small group adventure. This tour is a great introductory walk to the park.

Begin the day with convenient pickups from 7.30am, travelling in comfort and into the heart of Tasmania's rugged wilderness. a short stop in the mural town of Sheffield. Continuing on to the World Heritage site of Cradle Mountain we pass the dramatic gorges and lush rainforest setting the scene for the day ahead.

Once at Cradle Mountain, travel down to the stunning Dove Lake to enjoy a fully guided 6klm hike, taking in the unforgettable views of the mountain itself along with the unique flora and fauna of the Ballroom Forest, Glacier rock and the Boat Shed.

With expert commentary, small group experience, and a delicious lunch included, this tour is the perfect introduction to one of Tasmania’s most cherished natural landscapes.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hikers lunch pack consisting of a salad wrap with chicken or ham (vegetarian and gluten free are available), banana bread, fruit, sweet slice and water. Please specify dietary requirements.

National Parks Pass

Professional Guides

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

29 Cameron Street, Launceston Australia

Please be ready at your pickup location at least 10minutes prior to the start time. Wear warm clothes suitable for the weather and comfortable shoes for the hike. Bring small bag/backpack for the day. A good level of fitness is required to complete this circuit for your own safety. It is at the discretion of the tour guide to deny a passenger participation due to the physical demands of the walk. Should this be the case, the passenger will be transferred to participate our other day tour - The Park Explorer. This tour operates in all weather conditions, unless cancelled by the tour operator. Wind, rain and snow can occur anytime of the year.

What To Expect

Sheffield Visitor Information Centre

A short comfort stop along the way to Cradle Mountain

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Dove Lake Circuit

Hike the Dove Lake Circuit with a professional tour guide providing commentary of the Lake and the history of Cradle Mountain. During the walk you will enjoy your lunch viewing some extraordinary scenery of the mountain.

4 hours • Admission Included

Options

Cradle Mountain Day Tour: Dove Lake Guided Hike with Lunch

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lovely walk through spectacular countryside
jalp871,
Feb 15, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a lovely walk through spectacular countryside accompanied by an absolutely tremendous guide (Andy). Nothing was too much trouble and Andy oozed enthusiasm. Absolutely 10 out of 10!
6km walk
Upul,
Mar 23, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable to explain the geology behind the formation of the the cradle mountain and the lake
Our driver Paul
Julie G,
Oct 16, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Paul was our driver this week while we toured Tasmania and he was outstanding. I highly recommend him and honestly will be sharing your companies information with all my fellow travel agents in the United States. I want everybody to know what exceptional service he provided!