Launceston: Cradle Mountain Adventure - Active Day Tour
Overview
Cradle Mountain is a not to be missed highlight when visiting Launceston, Tasmania. Discover this amazing wilderness area as you enjoy around 4 hours exploring the Cradle Mountain day walking area, with a variety of short and longer walking options. Hike the Dove Lake circuit, or climb to a lofty peak for amazing views, discover the local wombats and the natural history of this World Heritage environment.
Highlights
• Explore Cradle Mountain National Park & World Heritage Area (4-5 hours)
• Stand on the shore of the spectacular setting of Dove Lake
• Enjoy some short introductory walks and interpretation to the area
• Walk along the “Rainforest City” & “Pencil Pine Falls” tracks
• Take on the Dove Lake circuit walk (medium grade 6km’s)
• Or, take on the harder walk to the lofty views of Marion’s Lookout (hard grade 3 hours)
• Explore the historic Weindorfers Chalet
What's Included
- National Park entrance fees
- Flexible hiking opportunities
- Small groups, maximum 10 guests
- Professional Tour guide & guided walks
- Food and drinks (please either pre purchase, or there will be the opportunity to purchase on tour)
- No luggage on board, only your day pack
- No airport drop offs
- Children under 8 years
Meeting Location
29 Cameron Street
Launceston TAS 7250, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Launceston
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Sheffield
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cradle Mountain
5 hours Admission Ticket Included
Dove Lake Circuit
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Marion's Lookout Walk
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Weindorfers Forest Walk
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Christmas Hill Raspberry Farm
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
- This is an active tour with hiking involved; a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
- We provide accurate interpretation, and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimize negative impacts.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-26836P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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.
- National Park entrance fees.
- Flexible hiking opportunities.
- Small groups, maximum 10 guests.
- Professional Tour guide & guided walks.
- Food and drinks (please either pre purchase, or there will be the opportunity to purchase on tour).
- No luggage on board, only your day pack.
- No airport drop offs.
- Children under 8 years.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Launceston: Cradle Mountain Adventure - Active Day Tour is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Launceston: Cradle Mountain Adventure – Active Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- National Park entrance fees
- Flexible hiking opportunities
- Small groups, maximum 10 guests
- Professional Tour guide & guided walks
- Food and drinks (please either pre purchase, or there will be the opportunity to purchase on tour)
- No luggage on board, only your day pack
- No airport drop offs
- Children under 8 years
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
- This is an active tour with hiking involved; a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
- We provide accurate interpretation, and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimize negative impacts.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
