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Experience the captivating beauty of Maria Island National Park on this active day tour from Hobart. Step back in time as you explore the convict history and fascinating geological features of the island. Marvel at the stunning "Painted Cliffs" and the breathtaking views from the "Fossil Cliffs". Immerse yourself in the abundant wildlife and relax on the secluded beaches of this island paradise. Watch for dolphins and whales during the ferry journey and keep your eyes peeled for wombats, Tasmanian Devils, and a variety of bird species. This tour is perfect for the adventurous traveler who wants to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Maria Island. The ferry ride is an adventure in itself, with the possibility of spotting dolphins, seals, and penguins. Don't miss out on this day of discovery and enchantment on this unique and wild island.

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Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
Admission Included
12 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Small Group Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

"Watch for Dolphins & Whales"
"Walk to amazing Painted Cliffs"
"Enjoy spectacular views at Fossil Cliffs"
"Discover the convict history at Darlington World Heritage site"

Included

National park entrance fees
Small, friendly groups
We offer pick up from limited hotel locations.
Professional guides and interpretive walks
Return ferry crossing fee

Not included

Food and drinks (bring your own lunch/snacks/water bottles, there are no shops on maria island))
We do not offer pick ups from air bnb’s and private residences

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Introduction

Discover the natural wonders and rich history of Maria Island with the Maria Island Active Day Tour from Hobart. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of this island National Park. Accessible only by ferry, Maria Island offers a diverse range of highlights, from its fascinating convict history to its spectacular coastal cliffs and deserted beaches. This is a unique opportunity to explore a pristine wilderness and indulge in an active adventure.

What to expect?

During the Maria Island Active Day Tour, you can expect to experience the best of what this island paradise has to offer. From the moment you step onto the ferry, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and whales as you make your way to Maria Island. Once on the island, embark on a series of easy to moderate walks, covering a total distance of almost 10 kilometers. Explore the famous Painted Cliffs with their unusual rock formations and marvel at the stunning views from the Fossil Cliffs. Discover the convict history at the Darlington World Heritage convict site and encounter abundant wildlife, including wombats, Tasmanian devils, and a variety of bird species.

Who is this for?

The Maria Island Active Day Tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and history lovers alike. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, this tour caters to all fitness levels. It is a fantastic opportunity for travelers of all ages and backgrounds to immerse themselves in the beauty of Maria Island and learn about its captivating history. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, this day tour offers something for everyone.

Why book this?

By booking the Maria Island Active Day Tour, you are not only embarking on a journey through time and nature but also supporting the conservation efforts of this unique island National Park. Immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness and experience the thrill of encountering endemic wildlife in their natural habitat. With knowledgeable tour guides sharing stories of the island's history, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for Maria Island's significance. This tour provides a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and education, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience.

Good to know

It is important to note that Maria Island has limited facilities and no shops or charging stations for devices. This allows you to truly disconnect from the modern world and connect with the island's natural beauty. Make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, and a camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife encounters. Hotel pick-up is available from select locations, so be sure to inquire with the Tour Operator directly. Prepare to be amazed by the stunning secluded bays, deserted beaches, and captivating history on this island paradise.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced the Maria Island Active Day Tour have been enchanted by its unique offerings. They rave about the breathtaking views from the Fossil Cliffs and the fascinating insights into the island's history provided by the knowledgeable tour guides. The abundance of wildlife, including sightings of wombats, Tasmanian devils, and rare bird species, has left a lasting impression on visitors. The ferry ride itself is often described as a highlight, with sightings of dolphins, seals, and penguins. Travelers appreciate the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and reconnect with nature in this island paradise.

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You can book at any time before the event

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At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Triabunna

Maria Island is 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, our active day tour takes it all in! Maria Island is just a 30 minute ferry ride from Triabunna, but it feels like a world away.Just one hour’s drive from Hobart to the ferry and 30 minutes across the water, brings us to Maria Island - a stunning island National Park. An island, off an island, off an island!

Maria Island National Park

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 our 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.

Admission Included

Fossil Cliffs

We enjoy a series of easy-moderate walks exploring the history and the main highlights of the island. Setting out on foot we have 2 main walking trails for the day, covering a total distance of almost 10 kilometers. From Darlington we walk the Fossil Cliffs trail and return.

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Painted Cliffs Maria Island

Then we walk the Painted Cliffs trail and return. The walk to the Painted Cliffs is gentle, mostly flat and leads us to Hopground Beach with the Painted Cliffs at the far end. We 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 us 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.

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Maria Island

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 we cross are also abundant in sea life, we keep our 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 us on this day of discovery rich in environmental and cultural history, the perfect island playground for an adventurous day out. Maria Island is a special wild island accessible by boat. There are no cars, shops, charging stations for devices etc. Facilities are limited.

Additional information

Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
This is an active tour. A suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
We provide accurate interpretation, and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimize negative impacts.
We depart Hobart promptly at 6.45am. If you are late we can not wait. It is very important to be on time for your pickup, as we have a time line to keep to ensure we do not miss our ferry to Maria Island. We have very limited capacity to wait for late passengers and we may have to make the unfortunate decision to depart without you! If you have any concerns about your pick up - our phone line is open at 6.30am, please call us promptly on 03 6231 5390.
There are no shops on Maria, and limited drinking water, so make sure you bring enough water and food 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. And there is normally a chance to buy some takeaway food on the return trip back to Hobart.

Reviews

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654kareng

Heather is an excellent guide. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The island is like an ark for native animals. Wonderful experience seeing many wombats, pademelons, bandicoots, cape barren geese and green parrots. This is what I came to see. For others with different preferences there is the historical side which is well preserved. Great experience.

Nida_A

5 stars, please don’t leave this off of your itinerary! A beautiful, uninhabited island with so much wildlife and scenery to offer! Our guide, Ian was amazingly knowledgeable and doubles as a history teacher so you’re getting some deep history along with your scenery. This does not require a high fitness level but does have a few uphill stretches. The tour can move a bit quick but is necessary to see all the sites/animals that you get to see. Again, highly recommended and even better if you get Ian!

230simona

The early convict history of the island was the reason for our visit but the island has so much more to offer its visitors. The landscapes are amazing, such rugged coastlines and the wildlife on it is wonderful. We were fortunate enough to see many wombats (several with their young) as well as bandicoots, Cape Barren geese and a variety of birds. Our guide Heather was enthusiastic and passionate about the island and its environment which made the tour all the more enjoyable. It was not too strenuous to walk and the timing of the tour was just right for a day out from Hobart. Thank you Heather and Tours Tasmania we had a brilliant day out.

Stuart_B

We loved seeing the wildlife including wombats, pademelons and a bandicoot. The cliffs at the white beach were amazing. Our guide was with us for the whole day and was very interesting. The ferry journeys were fun too. Overall a very well organised trip.

Lynn_W

Loved seeing the wombats! Didn't see any kangaroos (darn it!), but saw a few wallabies. Great walks to the painted cliffs and to the fossil cliffs. And I'm a sucker for a ferry ride! All in all a great day.

Dianne_M

Informative information, beautiful scenery, a gem of an island. A great way to find out more about the historical significance of the island and experience the geographical features.

hazyviewlover

We were picked up at the Hobart Visitor Cre by David(guide) who was welcoming and informative. The ferry crossing went smoothly Maria Island was full of wildlife,beautiful scenery and convict history Be prepared to be tired at the end of this wonderful day.So much to see and do Great tour,great prices and a wonderful guide Thank you David and Tours Tasmania 🥰

Brett_D

Awesome trip with lots of animal sightings and historical info. Painted cliffs is pretty and the fossil cliffs are interesting. Nick is a knowledgeable guide.

Camtan_T

Beautiful beaches and wildlife especially the wombat they are cute and I need to imagine how the people that live on Maria island

Companion373967

Excellent guide and well crafted tour- We were very happy we took this tour and highly recommend it for those who would like to have a good experience and insight into Maria Island- Our guide was superb and very knowledgeable and passionate

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