From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour
Overview
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9 hours 30 minutes
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Take a one-day journey deep into the heart of Tasmania’s wilderness. Walk across the 140m high Gordon Dam-Australia’s highest arch dam. Encounter Lake Pedder with its rich colors and intriguing story. Venture into the temperate rainforest.
• Dare to cross the 140m Gordon Dam, Australia’s highest arch dam looking straight down
• Lunch beside magnificent Lake Pedder, with its white sand and colourful tannin stained waters and learn its incredible history
• Discover the beauty and tranquility of Tasmania’s temperate rainforest as you enjoy a short easy walk and learn its trees and their secrets.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel Time is included in Tour duration.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
university trained local guide
entry ticket to the Southwest National Park and World Heritage Area
easy guided nature walks and Gordon Dam Walk
Air-conditioned vehicle
sound system in the bus
stunning lookouts, great for photography
Lunch
What To Expect
New Norfolk
We depart Hobart heading west then following the Lyell Highway. We will make a short stop at this historic town dating back to 1807, to pick up lunch and hot drinks at a local bakery
We then will drive through the tall eucalyptus forest on the Gordon River Road. You will then arrive in the temperate rainforest at the Creepy Crawly Walk where your guide takes you on a 40 minute informative wilderness walk including climbing the stairs over the logs
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From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An enjoyable and informative experience
Q1526KOannk,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Some amazing scenery! It is a long drive, but guide David filled in the time with lots of information about the history, flora and fauna of the area. While I could have driven myself, paying for someone else to do the driving was well worth it. I could relax and enjoy the serenity of the area as well as learn about it.
'Private' Educational Tour Out!!
Iris Q,
Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00As we had only 2 of us, we had a private closeup explanations of the tour, short hike in the rainforest and beach and of course Gordan Dam..with the rainy weather, it was quite wet though David had prepared extra windbreakers for us. Note: The creepy crawly walk might need you to bend up and down the pathway.
Lakes Pedder and Gordon
rham5221,
Mar 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David is a geologist, and passionate about wild life, plants, ecology and the Tasmanian wilderness. He talked almost non-stop about what we were seeing and gave the background to all the discussions leading to the the flooding of Lake Pedder and the creation of the Gordon dam. He was apolitical and receptive to all questions. A long day but well worthwhile. Rod H
Empty quarter of Tasmania full of sights
Robert S,
Feb 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The southwest of Tasmania is a different world from the rest of the island and indeed the rest of the nation. When we boarded, our guide, David, warned us it would be wetter and colder than we might expect. In fact rain all day did not dampen his enthusiasm or patter, and we all loved the views and learned a lot. Gordon dam is an amazing feat of engineering.
Met Holy light, beach like tea, great David:)
jeremylP135UA,
Nov 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip, we met the “Holy light” on the way - a huge rare rainbow looks like full of the valley, it glorying us, David and everyone, I guess so. We saw the tea beach, the water on the shore looks like tea, the 1st time I saw that in my life. We climbed the Gordon dam, and David took us to the highest point of Gordon dam, at the highest point, Gordon dam is not so shocking as we stand on it…:)
An amazing, homely and naturally rich tour
426krishnakumary,
Nov 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was so nice to go for a guided tour with David last Saturday 11th November 2023. He was such an amazing tour guide who looked after us so well. We felt as if we were going with a family. He was so professional and knowledgeable about Lake Pedder, Gordon Dam and mostly almost everything about the places around Tasmania and their wonderful stories. We overenjoyed our outing so much. We recommend anyone interested to take a tour with David. He is a fantastic fellow. Thank you so much, David for this opportunity.
Wonderful trip to Lake Pedder and Gordon Dam
638changjunl,
Nov 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a perfect trip yesterday. We visited the Lake Pedder and Gordon dam, and we are very grateful for our guide David. He is very experienced and knowledgeable, providing detailed explanations for each place. The geographical and historical knowledge made the trip even more interesting. The scenery is so beautiful, and the Gordon dam is truly impressive. The whole trip was rich and comfortable. We will definitely participate again next time."
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