kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)
Overview
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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.
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.
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
1,315 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Easy way to see Hobart
arkade65,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyed our trip up the mountain very much. Good way to spend time on our shore day. Ed looked after us very well
Paraplegic goes to Mt Wellington on a bus from Hobart
BillSimpson1953,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am a paraplegic with limited mobility, my wife and I travelled 21 April at 12.30 from Brooke Street on Bus 204, Coach Captain was Tony. He went out of his way to make our travel to be very easy.
Mount Wellington Explorer
juliagriffiths7,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our trip up Mount Wellington. Very easy pick up point near the cruise terminal. Lovely way to see the area and we had amazing views from the top. Our driver Paul provided interesting commentary so we learned a lot about the area. Would very much recommend the experience
Fabulous
Dana H,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The 2nd time we've done this trip. Fabulous way to easily access the mountain. It snowed at the top - yay!! The only way to access the mountain in wild weather. Very much enjoyed Greg's entertaining and informative commentary. Superb views. Would do it again and take time to leave the tour & do some hiking & pick up a later bus home.
Snowy experience on Kunanyi Mt Wellington
aseah001,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Punctual, easy to find. Bus was clean, warm and the ride was comfortable.
A must do while in hobart
lynninoz,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Driver Paul was informative and humerous. Great place to visit with enough time to walk the boardwalk and get amazing pictures. Definitely worth doing. We booked the combination with 48 bus pass too. Great value 👍
My Wellington bus tour.
Kathleen M,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bus driver/tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend the tour to anyone. Much better than driving that road when you don’t know it well, especially in bad weather. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Spectacular Views and Snow
742kelliee,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful experience while visiting Hobart. Our very personable bus driver was approachable and so knowledgeable about the area, it was fabulous to hear him speak about the sights and history of Hobart. But the icing on the cake (no pun intended) was when it began snowing shortly after we reached the summit. Absolutely fantastic - I can't wait to go back to Hobart and do it all again!!! Next time, I'll add the 90 minute open top bus tour and the Richmond tour.
Great experience but very cold
andreaaT5099US,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was a great guide. Check the weather in advance, it was really cold, we were not prepared :-) we were really lucky that the sky cleared at the time we were there. Great experience we would never miss.
Nice trip, unbeatable...
Dongning H,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice trip, unbeatable scenery and friendly tour guide. Cold weather and freezing wind. Beautiful rainbow.
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