kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the official shuttle bus for kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Join us as we travel 1270 metres above sea level to experience spectacular views over Hobart and southern Tasmania. The 2.5 hr return tour includes 30 minutes to take in the views from the lookouts and observation shelter at the summit. Buses depart daily from Hobart’s waterfront.

OR, if you’re looking for a little more adventure, you have the option to hop-on and hop-off at 5 Wellington Park bus stops where you’ll find a variety of alpine walking tracks to explore. Enjoy kunanyi / Mount Wellington at your own pace, then hop-on a later bus to return to Hobart.

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the only tour company with exclusive access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington when Pinnacle Road is closed due to snow.

Tour includes informative local guide commentary and a complimentary bushwalking map. Bus pass valid all day.

Buses are wheelchair accessible and can carry mountain bikes.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please check the weather before you go and dress to the conditions.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Fern Tree Playground

Optional hop-off at Fern Tree Park bus stop. A sheltered grassy area with toilets, picnic areas, wood-fired barbeques and children’s play equipment. The starting point for shaded walks through fern gullies and alongside bubbling streams. Take the Pipeline Track to Silver Falls (40-min return), which follows the route of the water pipeline supplying some of Hobart’s water. A short, easy walk, also suitable for mountain bikes. Visit Fern Tree Tavern for lunch, coffee and cake or a refreshing cold beverage. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

Admission Not Applicable

Optional hop-off at The Springs bus stop. A level picnic area with toilets, picnic tables, gas-fired barbeques and the starting point for a range of walking tracks and mountain bike trails on the eastern foothills of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Take the Lenah Valley Track to Sphinx Rock (45-min return), great views of the Organ Pipes above and Hobart and the River Derwent below. A short, easy walk through eucalypt forest to the impressive sandstone rock platform of Sphinx Rock (caution: 10 metre cliff drop). Visit Lost Freight Cafe for hot drinks, light meals and snacks. Open 7 days.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

WiFi on board

Informative local guide commentary

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all-day

Air-conditioned vehicle

Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington

Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Bike freight ($10 per bike)

Options

kunanyi/Mount Wellington

Reviews

4.88

1,242 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1131

Amazing!
jianqinh,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The whole 2.5 hours bus tour to Mt. Wellington is superb. Timely management of the bus departing and returning back to the Town and vise versa. Driver did a very good job keeping the passenger safe, informed and entertained with his explanation!
Moody Mt Wellington
Julieanne D,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great day for a short trail down Mt Wellington despite the fog. We had Paul who drove our bus up to the summit. Expert driver on those tight bends, a few jokes on the way up. I did the Pipe organ trail from The Chalet to The Springs, took 1.5 hours with a gentle decline. A beautiful trail with native flowers blooming, mist and quiet. It set quite the mood.
Beautiful experience
ruthied2026,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Loved the tour so much! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and that made the trip worth taking with Red Deck company. The ride up to the mountain was very smooth and the views on the pinnacle were just the best!!! Doing this again very very soon.
Amazing view
Racquel H,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative and relaxing trip. Overwhelming view though the clouds were a bit on top. Still amazing trip and enjoyable.
Great views of Hobart
blinkybillWhistler,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Amazing commentary by Paul. Lots of stops and interesting history. Well worth it! The tour is good if you want to do some hikes also.
Well organised and hassle free
MsAlpha72,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Clean modern buses with informative commentary provided en route to Mt Wellington. Extra large for spectacular views as you wind up the mountain.
Add this to your list of things to do in Hobart.
jodeanetaylor,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is really worth the trip. Only a couple of hours. An hours drive each way, and 30 minutes at the summit to walk around. The commentary was great. The driver Paul was very knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable. You can stay up on the mountain and catch a later bus back if you want. Would recommend!
The tour itself was...
Trisha M,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
The tour itself was fairly average but it did take us to a beautiful summit. The guide used a microphone, however the voice was still quite weak and difficult to understand. There were not enough seatbelt extenders for the bus when it was at full capacity. The journey itself was smooth and uneventful.
Very enjoyable and entertaining.
Graham K,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very enjoyable and entertainingly, although Tony could do with some new jokes 😃 Great views from the trip up and top of Mt Wellington
Stay at the summit could be longer
N7340FNdeeps,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Not immidiately obvious which bus stop to stand at. Would have been at the wrong one if there hadn't been an attendant at the popular hop on hop off stop across the street. Driver does a commentary during the journey up the mountain stopping at a half way viewing point if possible. Bus only parks for 45 mins at the top before coming back down. Not long enough to see the lot, but it can be freezing at the top despite being a warm sunny day at sea level. Definately worth the trip and reasonably cheap. Drop off on the same street as pickup.