kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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‘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)
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.
Options
kunanyi/Mount Wellington
Reviews
1,194 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great and safe tour with excellent views to photograph
David S,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I can really recommend this 2 ½ tour. A really interesting tour, on time, and with excellent commentary and very safe driving from our guide, Paul. We had 30 minutes at the top of the mountain to take photos, and hikers can be dropped off at several places on the way down the mountain.
Fun activity before you leave.
502rockyw,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David our driver made the tour so much fun amd entertaining, very knowledgeable and safe driver. Highly rate the view best way to see Hobart!
Awesome experience
ahmadt705,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tony & Brandon were super knowledgeable and helpful. Very easy going and helpful. Would definitely recommend everyone to use their service.
Great beginnings
TaniaC2980,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Informative fabulous experience getting acquainted with Hobart and it's surroundings. Our guide was great at what he does and shared lots about the area we were travelling in.
Very helpful drivers
Departure530899,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I rode the bus to the top and after some discussions with the driver he let me off part way down, beautiful walk and then I caught the next bus home Great trip
Went on a nice sunny day!
Vanessa W,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It's probably the best way to get all the way up top if you don't drive or rent a car. 30 minutes up top is not a lot of time so you won't get to do any bushwalking/washing tracks. We decided not to do the hop on and off option because the in between service wait time is quite long. Overall recommended if you hadn't checked out my Wellington.
Must do!
Liezl F,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour with Tony. Beautiful scenery, chilled tour no need to rush plenty of time to see all the sites.
Great morning out!
theradels1,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. No responsibility of driving up a precarious mountain because David our very skilled driver took care of this for us. David was not only a safe driver, he was entertaining, informative and very knowledgable of the local area. He also gave us some great suggestions on where to eat, which we followed up on and we were not disappointed.
Great experience!! :)
I6056YVtanyal,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly rate this experience! Our driver, David, was friendly and very informative. I look forward to doing it again soon! :)
Driver told stories and information about the whole trip, excellent
petermS4489QE,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bus driver was very informative and funny, really good experience with him, give him a pay rise😁 he's a valuable employee
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