Mount Field And The Derwent Tasting Trail

About this tour

This eight-hour Tasmanian day tour pairs two contrasting experiences: Mt Field National Park's old-growth eucalypt forest, moss-draped rainforest and cascading waterfalls, followed by MONA, the Southern Hemisphere's largest independent art museum housing ancient through contemporary works. You'll move between walking woodland trails and gallery spaces, making it appealing whether you're drawn to natural landscapes or provenance-heavy art collections.

Highlights

• Walk among towering native eucalypts in protected bushland
• Explore temperate rainforest with fern understory and lichen
• View multiple tiered waterfall systems
• Tour MONA's provocative ancient, modern and contemporary collection
• Air-conditioned coach transport between sites
• Knowledgeable local guide throughout

What to expect

You'll start at Mt Field, where a guide leads you through eucalypt woodland before descending into cool, damp rainforest. The walking is gentle, following established paths to waterfall lookouts. Wear sturdy footwear as trails can be slippery. After lunch (bring your own), you'll transfer to MONA near Hobart. Allow two to three hours to navigate its multi-level galleries at your own pace—the collection is deliberately provocative and requires engagement rather than passive viewing.

Good to know

National park entry ($22.35) and Salmon Ponds admission ($10) are separate costs. Pack lunch and water; no food is provided. Wear waterproof jacket and closed shoes. Public transport links available locally. Infants travel on adult laps.