Cradle Mountain Day Tour from Launceston Including Lunch

4.7 (385 reviews) 10 hours Free cancellation

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385 reviews

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Rainbow over Cradle Plateau — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Dove Lake Boatshed — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Choose Your Adventure

Discover the landscapes of Cradle Mountain on a full-day guided tour from Launceston. Travel through the scenic Meander Valley and Great Western Tiers, stopping in Sheffield, before continuing through rainforest, gorges and button grass plains into Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

One Destination. Two Experiences. (OCT to APR)

PARK EXPLORER – Enjoy a relaxed exploration of Dove Lake and Cradle Mountain. Discover Glacier Rock, the historic Boat Shed, Waldheim and Weindorfer’s Rainforest area with your guide.

DOVE LAKE CIRCUIT – Immerse yourself in the wilderness on the iconic 6 km Dove Lake Circuit. Walk through ancient rainforest while enjoying mountain scenery and Tasmania’s unique flora and fauna. A good level of fitness and some bushwalking experience is recommended.

Both groups travel together from Launceston before choosing their experience at Cradle Mountain. Includes return transport, National Park entry, lunch and expert local commentary.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: McDermott's Coaches

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (8–13 years) · Adults (14–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Picnic lunch pack consisting of a salad wrap with chicken or ham (vegetarian and gluten free are available), banana bread, fruit, sweet slice and water. Please specify dietary requirements.
Included: National Park fees
Included: Driver/guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Sheffield

15 min

Brief comfort stop on the way to Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain

4 hours Admission included

Cradle Mountain National Park from approximately 10.30am to 3.00pm. Here you will get the opportunity to explore some parts of Dove Lake, Waldheim Chalet and Weindorfers Rainforest Walk.
Sheffield Visitor Information Centre

45 min

Take some time to explore the murals and the township of Sheffield prior to departing for Launceston.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Launceston Backpackers
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

The following pick-up points, where you will meet our coach.

Please make a note of your selection:

7.30am Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

7.45am Launceston Backpackers

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking and make your lunch selection
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, take warm clothes and suitable footwear