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From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour

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| Hobart, Australia
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Magnificent Gordon Dam, South West Tasmania
Rainbow coloured Lake Pedder, South West National Park, Tasmania
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Enjoy the serenity of the water, beach, mountain and sky. Lake Pedder, South West National Park, Tasmania
Birds' eye view full of sights from top of Gordon Dam, South West Tasmania
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9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Entry ticket to the Southwest National Park and World Heritage Area
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Sound system in the bus
  • Lunch
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20 Davey Street
Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

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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
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Creepy Crawly Trail

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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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Teds Beach Campground

As we pass the incredibly steep mountains and sweeping views of Lake Pedder, we will arrive at the Lake's Teds Beach, time to immerse right into nature through the lake shore walk, with David's university level knowledge of botany, geology and lakes and rivers. You might possibly have a bare feet dip in the lake. Lunch, relax at Lake Pedder's white quartzite Teds Beach
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1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Lake Pedder Lookout

After a short drive, we will arrive at the lookout for a stunning birds eye view of the lake and the rugged glaciated mountain ranges of the southwest. Take a deep breath and take it all in.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gordon Dam

After another short drive, we will scurry across the 140m high Gordon Dam, feeling like mice in comparison, with plenty of time to take photos, take it all in or look down to the base of the gorge 35 stories below if you you dare. Experience in the breathtaking steep Gordon Gorge, with untouched temperate rainforest on your left, then turn 180 degrees and on your right behold Lake Gordon Australia's largest water storage dam. David your guide will share with you his first hand knowledge of how he helped to dtermine its volume when he worked for Hydro Tasmania. We climb 185 stairs back to the road.
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1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gordon Dam Lookout

Another short drive, we then gain an even higher perspective from the Nob Hill lookout and Gordon Dam lookout where one guest exclaimed Ï believe I can fly".
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Southwest National Park (pass by)

South West National Park is part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage area. Travelers will see incredibly steep and rugged quartzite mountains, button grass plains, Tall Eucalypt forest and rainforest. They will also see sweeping views of lake pedder.
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Maydena

Drive through the Southwest National Park, we will then make a short stop at the town of Maydena with historic timber houses surrounded by forest plantations eucalypt forest and mountain bike trails. We stop here briefly both on the way to and from Lake Pedder and can get views of the abrupt sometimes snow covered dolerite peaks of the Mount Field National Park. We will then head back to Hobart with along the scenic Derwent Valley.
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2 hours 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel Time is included in Tour duration.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • entry ticket to the Southwest National Park and World Heritage Area.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • sound system in the bus.
  • stunning lookouts, great for photography.
  • easy guided nature walks and Gordon Dam Walk.
  • university trained local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
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Accessibility information for the From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Entry ticket to the Southwest National Park and World Heritage Area
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Sound system in the bus
  • Stunning lookouts, great for photography
  • Easy guided nature walks and Gordon Dam Walk
  • University trained local guide
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel Time is included in Tour duration.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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