About this tour
This nine-hour charter departs Launceston for Tasmania's Cradle Mountain National Park, passing through Sheffield's mural-lined streets before reaching Dove Lake in the World Heritage wilderness area. You'll choose from several walking routes—ranging from half-hour circuits to two-hour loops—across forest, highland and open country with sweeping mountain and lakeside views. The return journey includes a stop at Ashgrove for tastings of local cheese.
Highlights
- Sheffield's street murals and colonial-era village character
- Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake in World Heritage reserve
- Self-guided walks from 30 minutes to 2 hours, all abilities
- Panoramic views across plains and alpine terrain
- Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm cheese tastings on return
- Air-conditioned transport with knowledgeable driver-guide
What to expect
After collecting you from Launceston, your guide drives through changing landscapes—farmland, forest and eventually high country—over two and a half hours to Cradle Mountain. Once there, you're free to walk at your own pace; routes suit various fitness levels and time budgets, all with genuine alpine scenery rather than tourist set-dressing. Weather in the mountains shifts fast, so layers matter. On the way back, Ashgrove Farm gives you a chance to taste and buy regional cheeses before returning to Launceston by late afternoon.
Good to know
Book three days ahead. Bring water, sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing—mountain conditions change quickly. Moderate fitness needed for longer walks. Lunch is not included; pack provisions or eat in the park. Infant seats available on request.
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