Half Day Burnie Shore Excursion: Local highlights

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Mersey Bluff, Devonport — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the beauty of North West Tasmania on a relaxed small-group shore excursion from Burnie. Travel with an experienced local guide and explore scenic landscapes, charming coastal and country towns, native wildlife and some of the region's hidden gems.

Enjoy a more personal alternative to large coach tours, with local stories and insights along the way. Your itinerary is carefully planned around your cruise ship schedule, allowing you to experience Tasmania's highlights while returning to port with confidence.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Discover my Devonport

Ages: Adults (18–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Not included

Not included: Entry Fee's where required
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Devonport

2 hours

Devonport, located in Tasmania, Australia, is situated along the northern coast at the confluence of the Mersey River and Bass Strait. Along its waterfront, you can explore the Bass Strait Maritime Centre, which features displays showcasing the history of early explorers, shipwrecks, and steamships. Home Hill, once the residence of former Australian Prime Minister Joseph Lyons in the early 1900s, has been transformed into a museum. Additionally, the Don River Railway, functioning as a museum, offers short train rides for visitors to enjoy.
Sheffield Visitor Information Centre

one hour

Sheffield, a quaint town often referred to as the "Mural Town," boasts a reputation for its warm hospitality, rural charm, and an array of attractions. Drawing in more than 200,000 visitors annually, it's certainly a must-visit destination when in Tasmania, Australia. If you happen to be here in November, you'll have the chance to experience the annual Mural Fest, where you might encounter numerous talented painters participating in this captivating event.
Penguin

one hour

Penguin derives its name from a neighboring penguin rookery, Evidently, the town takes immense pride in its feathered residents, with notable features such as a towering "giant penguin" perfect for memorable photos, artistic penguin designs adorning rubbish bins, and various penguin-themed signs throughout the area. Traveling along the Old Bass Highway in this region offers a picturesque route characterized by expansive ocean vistas,

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The start time will be amended to align with the ships arrival

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.