Service Details

Maria Island National Park - Active Day Tour

Supplier Name:	Tours Tasmania
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Adults:	Children (8 - 15): Children older than 15 are costed as Adults.
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Inclusions:	Valid for 01APR24-31MAR25: - Return ferry from Triabunna/Maria Island - National Park entrance fee - Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides - Informative tours and guided walks - Limited hotel pick up and drop off. What to Bring: - A day backpack - Refillable water bottle - Closed, sturdy shoes for walking (runners, sneakers, hiking boots) - Sensible clothes for outdoor conditions (warm layers are a great idea!) - A waterproof jacket, just in case - A sunhat and beanie - A sense of adventure! - Optional: Swimmers and a towel, There's an opportunity for a refreshing dip on our Wineglass Bay, Maria Island, Bruny Island and Tahune tours.
Departure Time:	06:50am (Limited hotel location pick-ups available between 06:30am-06:50am).
Departure Days:	Valid for 01APR24-31MAR25: 01APR-30APR: Monday and Thursday except 01APR, 25APR 01MAY-31OCT: Not operating. 01NOV-31MAR: Monday and Thursday except 25DEC-26DEC, 01JAN, 26JAN, 10MAR
Duration:	10 hours.
Departure Location:	20 Davey Street, Hobart (Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre).
Departure/ Pickup Info:	Selected Hobart Hotels. General Meet Point: 06:40am - 20 Davey Street, Hobart (Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre)

*Pickup Request:	Note: Pickup requests are subject to confirmation.
itinerary:	~~ 01-Apr-2023 to 31-Mar-2024~~Valid for 01APR23-31MAR24: Maria Island is a National Park island, a special place rewarding those that visit with World Heritage convict history, abundant wildlife, spectacular coastal cliffs and deserted beaches. Boasting a diverse range of highlights, the active day tour takes it all in! Maria Island is just a 30 minute ferry ride, but it feels like a world away.... Just one hour’s drive from Hobart to the ferry and 30 minutes across the water, brings you to Maria Island - a stunning island National Park. An island, off an island, off an island! This is a tour for the active traveller who is keen to walk and enjoy this unique island. There are no cars on Maria Island and the only way across is on the passenger ferry. The main highlights are the Painted Cliffs, the Fossil Cliffs, and of course the wildlife, history and amazing scenery. Maria Island has a fascinating history, which the tour guides will share with you as walk the trails. Many cultures have once been to the island, including the Tyreddeme Aboriginals, Dutch, English, French and Italians. The island has been home to explorers, whalers, sealers, convicts, fishermen, farmers and industrialists. The World Heritage listed Darlington settlement is beautifully preserved and is one of the best examples of Probation Convict Settlements in the world. The Darlington convict settlement pre-dates the more widely known Port Arthur.The island was declared a National Park in 1972. Enjoy a series of easy-moderate walks exploring the history and the main highlights of the island. Setting out on foot, you have 2 main walking trails for the day, covering a total distance of almost 10 kilometers. The walk to the Painted Cliffs is gentle, mostly flat and leads you to Hopground Beach with the Painted Cliffs at the far end. Have plenty of time to explore the cliffs, photograph the unique features, and discover the many rock pools and beautiful nature in the area. The Fossil Cliffs walk, takes you to amazing cliffs that drop sheer into the ocean. The views from the top are sensational. Even the non-avid geological fan, will be fascinated by the sheer abundance of the various shell fossils exposed in the cliff face. It offers a fascinating insight into the past environments of Maria Island along with expansive views of the Freycinet Peninsula. The island is a haven for wildlife, and one of the best places in Australia for viewing wombats, Tasmanian Devils, Cape Barren geese, kangaroos and wallabies. The bird life is also an attraction with 125 species including all of Tasmania’s endemics including the endangered Forty-spotted pardalote and Swift parrot. Even the ferry ride is part of the highlights of the day, the waters you cross are also abundant in sea life, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, seals and penguins along the way. While on the island, you have an opportunity to swim, photograph, observe the wildlife, and soak up the island life as Maria works its magic on you. Join this day of discovery rich in environmental and cultural history, the perfect island playground for an adventurous day out. Returns to Hobart around 05:00pm.~~~~ ~~ 01-Apr-2024 to 31-Mar-2025~~Valid for 01APR24-31MAR25: Maria Island National Park Introduction: [Guide’s top pick day tour] Spend the day exploring a remote, rugged and remarkable island via a network of walking trails. No cars, no roads and wombats galore! Description: It’s hard to put the magic of Maria Island into words. Just an hour’s drive east from Hobart plus a 30 minute ferry ride, this otherworldly island keeps its own time, far from the demands of modern life. As soon as you step off the boat you’ll notice the quietness, the wildness, the sense of history. There are no vehicles here but plenty of traffic; Maria Island is home to vast numbers of wombats, wallabies, Cape Barren Geese and Tasmanian Devils that wander all over the place. Explore the world heritage listed Darlington settlement, a beautifully preserved probational convict camp that’s considered the best in the world. Walk with us to the Painted Cliffs, an easy 4.5km round trip, seeing surreal and colorfulsandstone formations up close. After finishing with the Fossil Cliffs walk, another easy 4.5km circuit, traversing the western side of the island over windswept hills and cliffs of 300-million-year-old;fossils. Along the way there’s plenty of space to play in the rockpools, relax on the beach, spot local wildlife and take photos of the stunning scenery, proving it wasn’t all just a dream. Important Note: Maria Island is a special, beautiful, and wild island National Park accessible by boat. There are no cars, shops, charging stations for devices etc. on the island. Facilities are limited. Please ensure you are able to carry everything you will need for the day. You will need a day pack to carry warm clothing as necessary. A jacket suitable for walking in light rain conditions. Equally, you will need adequate sun protection should it be a warm sunny day. Please ensure you have a large water bottle. You will have an opportunity to purchase lunch/sandwiches in the morning,but it'srecommendedyou buy your snacks prior to the day if you prefer a wider choice or have special dietary requirements to consider. Please ensure you wear comfortable footwear for walking. The walking on Maria Island is graded as easy walking. However, being on the island for around 5-6 hours, with potential to walk 10 kilometersof walking trails. Please ensure your clothing and footwear is adequate for this type of activity in the great outdoors. There is time to swim and relax should you choose to. Highlights: Explore Maria Island National Park (5 - 6hrs), Watch for Dolphins and Whales on the ferry journey (30 mins each way), Walk to the amazing “Painted Cliffs” and wander amongst the unusual rock formation, Enjoy spectacular views of the walking to the “Fossil Cliffs”, Explore and discover the geological history among the exposed fossils, Discover the convict history at the Darlington World Heritage convict site, Be amazed at the abundant wildlife enjoying life on their extraordinary island, Relax and take in all the stunning secluded bays and beaches in this paradise setting.~~~~
Important Info:	Valid for 01APR24-31MAR25: It is very important to be on time for your pick up as this may affect reaching the Maria Island Ferry departure. Have very limited capacity to wait for late passengers and may have to make the unfortunate decision to depart without you! Aim to leave Hobart at 06:45am. If you have any concerns about your pick up - the phone line is open at 06:30am, please call promptly on 03 6231 5390. Please remember that the island is a National Park. Much of your time on Maria Island will be spent out in the open, and the weather can be changeable. Check the forecast before you travel and come prepared for the conditions. Pack sun and rain protection, and wear layers of clothing suitable for warm and cold conditions. Comfortable shoes for outdoor activity/walking, such as runners, are essential please. There are no shops on Maria, and limited drinking water, so make sure you bring enough food and a large refillable water bottle for your day out. There will be a brief stop on the way to the Ferry for some last minute food purchases - sandwiches/rolls etc. There is coffee and snacks available on the ferry and fish and chips van available as you depart the ferry at the end of the day. Just nothing on the island itself. As you will be carrying everything you need for the day, please ensure you have a comfortable back pack/day pack for the day. It is possible to swim on Maria Island, if you are brave enough for Tasmania's chilly waters! Feel free to bring your bathers and towel if you are keen. Aim to walk around 10kms of easy-style trails on this day. There are 2 main walking trails to complete. It is possible to sit out a walk - it will be a couple of hours wait, if you feel this is too much for you. It is a lovely place to sit and relax and pass the time. You are bound to meet some very special characters on Maria Island, such as close encounters with wombats and kangaroos. It is important that you respect these animals and their beautiful home. Please keep your distance while viewing these incredible animals. Do not take "selfies" with wild animals, do not try to touch them or feed them. The tour guide will help you to view and photograph the animals on the day with the required respect you give to the wildlife. Also ask that you please respect the environment and the National Parks and keep Maria Island the way you found it. Tours Tasmania are so excited to have you join for this very special adventure! - Passenger mobile phone including country code must be provided at time of booking Cancellation Policy Valid for 01APR23-31MAR25: - No refund if the booking is cancelled 48 hours or less prior to travel or in the event of a no show. I have read and agree to the important notes.
Special Requests: (240 Char Limit)	Note: Special requests generate directly to the service provider and cannot be guaranteed.