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Activity Code: MTWW101
Overview
After we pick you up from your accommodation or from a central Hobart location we then head off to magnificent Mt Wellington for fun, fitness, adventure and discovery.
Twenty minutes driving sees us at The Springs - the original source of Hobart Town's fresh drinking water. We start our walk at 720m ASL and do it easy across to Sphinx Rock - a magnificent treetop lookout which gives us great views of Hobart, the Derwent, Tasman Peninsula and Maria Island on the East Coast. This is one of Hobart's best spots, and you'd be surprised how many locals don't even know about it.
From here we head up across the face of the mountain on the old Sawmill Track to the base of the Organ Pipes, crossing boulder fields and mountain streams on the way. We get a great perspective on the cliffs from underneath.
We cut back across the mountain and then take the Zig Zag Track steeply up beside the cliffs, stopping for a delicious Gourmet Lunch at a carved dolerite bench seat with outstanding views of Hobart, the Derwent, Freycinet Peninsula, Storm Bay, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula.
After a relaxing interlude, a short steep pinch sees us on the summit plateau and it's only five minutes from here to the summit!
We typically spend ten or fifteen minutes here admiring the panoramic views and basking in the glow of our efforts.
Location
Hobart (Hobart - Tasmania)
This activity departs from Hobart and visits Mt Wellington before returning to Hobart. Mt Nelson may be visited on the return journey to attain a view of the city on cloudy days. We provide a courtesy pick you service from your accommodation (central Hobart only).
Exact meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after booking.
Numbers
There will be 1 guide for every 12 guests on the walk. We require a minimum of two participants. If you do not have a friend to walk with, we may already have a walk on for you to join. Feel free to submit an enquiry with us.
Session Time
The Tour leaves Hobart at 11am daily, with hotel pickups from 10:45am. The Tour includes a stunning and adventurous walk of 4.5km (550m up)over roughly 2 hours. The complete tour is 4 hours.
Guidelines & Restrictions
A very minimal level of fitness is required for this tour. Unfortunately the tour is not available to people in wheelchairs (not equipped for this and 1 walk is not accessible) or children under 10 years. Max weight 130kg. Max height 6'3". We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.
All guides have current First Aid Qualifications, Ancillary Vehicle Licences for driving Public Passenger Vehicles and extensive knowledge of the Mountain Tracks and Environs.
Extra Info
We require a minimum of 2 participants to run this tour.
Booking Insurance
It is recommended that you consider GoDo Cancellation Cover. This is insurance cover for losses incurred if the activity is cancelled (under certain circumstances) by you or the activity supplier. Click here for further details.
Please note: GoDo and/or the activity supplier cannot provide a REFUND for cancellations, no matter the reasons. However, should you obtain Cancellation Cover, you maybe be able to make a claim directly to Mondial Assistance, our Cancellation Cover provider.
Contact Us
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Reviews
"Neil, our guide was wonderful and obviously loves what he does. He was very interested in us, and particularly mindful of the forest environment. I enjoyed his knowledge and his delight in being in nature. What a great trip it was.
Thanks a million." Ann, Jul 2008
"Neil, our guide was wonderful and obviously loves what he does. He was very interested in us, and particularly mindful of the forest environment. I enjoyed his knowledge and his delight in being in nature. What a great trip it was. Thanks a million."Supplier's Response to Ann