Maria Island National Park Active day tour

Product Code: 118420

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Explore Maria Island National Park (6hrs)
    • Boat cruise across Mercury Passage to island (45mins each way)
    • Painted Cliffs Walk • Fossil Cliffs Walk • Skipping Ridge
    • Darlington World Heritage Convict Site • Amazing abundant wildlife
Tour Code
118420
Duration
1 day
Departure City
Hobart
End City
Hobart
Tour Type
Bus/Coach
Language
English
Available options

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Natural Landscapes

Natural beauty, scenic views.

Tour Type: Fully Guided Tour

Tour director/guided escort is available from the beginning to the end of the vacation

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Easy

Perfect for any fitness level

Accessibility: Not accessible

Tour does not have wheelchair accessible vehicles/attractions or allow service dogs

Itinerary

Step back in time, slow down and enjoy a big day out on this island National Park. Maria Island has a diverse range of highlights including convict history,
spectacular coastal cliffs and deserted beaches.

Just one hour’s drive from Hobart, on Tasmania’s East Coast, Maria Island is a stunning island National Park accessed by boat. It is rich in local wildlife, amazing scenery and world heritage convict history. We enjoy a series of moderate walks exploring the beautiful Painted Cliffs, the dramatic Fossil Cliffs and the remarkable Darlington World Heritage convict site. With no cars on the island the area is peaceful, beautiful, the pace is slow and relaxed, and the beaches are perfect for summer swimming without the crowds.

This is a tour for active travelers who are keen to walk and enjoy this unique island. Setting out on foot we have 2 main walking trails this day, covering a total distance of almost 10 kms. Both of our walks are categorized as Great Short Walks of Tasmania. The Painted Cliffs Walk at Hopground Beach feature the beautifully patterned sandstone cliffs. The Fossil Cliffs walk, takes you to amazing cliffs that drop sheer into the ocean. It offers a fascinating insight into the past environments of Maria Island along with expansive views of the Freycinet Peninsula.

You have an opportunity to swim, photograph and soak up the island life as Maria works its magic on you. Maria Island is a National Park so we are exposed to all that nature will offer on the day, so please come prepared. The island is a haven for abundant wildlife, it is one of Tasmania’s bird watching hot spots. Wombats can also be seen around the island, as well as Pademelons, Forester Kangaroos, Bennetts wallabies and Tasmanian Devils.

Even the ferry ride is part of the highlights of the day, the waters we cross are also abundant in sea life, we'll keep our eyes peeled for dolphins, seals and penguins along the way.

Join us on this day of discovery rich in environmental and cultural history.

Visiting Attractions

  • Maria Island Maria Island

Pick-up Details / Transfers

• Our General Meet Point is the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre at 20 Davey Street, Hobart. The pickup time at this location is 6:40am. The tour returns to this same location around 5.00pm.
• Please be ready and waiting 5 minutes prior to your pickup time. The tour will depart promptly.
• Hotel pickups may be available, from some select locations, when booked in advance.  Contact the operator directly via email bookings@tourstas.com.au

Meeting Point

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Time Region Location Full Address
General Meet Point - Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre (20 Davey Street Hobart)

Pickup time: 5 minute prior to the tour start time,

Bay Hotel Apartments

Pickup time: 15 minute prior to the tour start time, Please wait out the front on Sandy Bay Road

Best Western Hobart

Pickup time: 10 minute prior to the tour start time, Please wait at / out the front of hotel reception

Hadley's Orient Hotel

Pickup time: 5 minute prior to the tour start time, Please wait at / out the front of hotel reception

Ibis Style Hobart

Pickup time: 10 minute prior to the tour start time, Please wait at / out the front of hotel reception

RACV/RACT Hobart Apartment Hotel

Pickup time: 5 minute prior to the tour start time, Please wait at / out the front of hotel reception

Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre (20 Davey Street Hobart)

Pickup time: 5 minute prior to the tour start time,

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

Pickup time: 5 minute prior to the tour start time, Please wait at / out the front of hotel reception

Travelodge Hotel Hobart

Pickup time: 10 minute prior to the tour start time,

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • Professional guides & interpretative walks
  • CBD Hotel/Hostel pick up and drop off
  • Transportation
  • National Park entrance fees
  • Guided Tour of Hastings Caves
  • Hasting Caves & thermal Springs Pool fees

Package Excludes

  • Meals
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips

Special Notes

    • What to Bring
      Hat & Sunscreen
      Camera
      Sense of adventure!
    • 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 at a bakery for some last-minute food purchases-sandwiches/rolls etc.
    • Please make sure you bring a large refillable water bottle, closed sturdy shoes for walking. We recommend runners, sneakers, hiking boots and sensible clothes for outdoor conditions. Warm layers are a great idea! A waterproof rain jacket, just in case
    • To protect your own property, please carry all valuable items on your person at all times. Do not leave any valuable items on the bus or at the hotel, attraction, restaurant, etc. Tours4fun, local operators, drivers and tour guides are not responsible for any loss or theft at any location.
    • This tour is active and involves walking, with a few walks to choose from on easy-style trails.  There are longer walking options or easier walking options that our guide will discuss on the day. Minimum age to participate in the tour is 8 years
    •  All participants should have a sense of adventure, reasonable fitness, and good mobility.
    • There are no shops on this special island, and limited drinking water, so make sure you bring enough food and water with you.  There will be a brief stop on the way at a bakery for some last-minute food purchases - sandwiches/rolls etc.
       

Cancellation Policy

Please see the Available Options section above for any details about cancellation policies.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price is per person.
* This tour do not travel with children under 8 years of age. The local operator retain the right to refuse to carry passengers under this age without prior arrangement. No refunds will be given in this instance.
* Tour prices are based on AUD and are converted into USD. Prices will change day to day, due to the currency exchange rates. Tours booked and paid for will be charged at the current rate at which the tour price is shown. We will not refund any price differences, should prices drop for the tour. Tours will be subject to Cancellation Fees, should any changes be made for a reservation.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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