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Hobart: Maria Island National Park, Nature & Wildlife active tour
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Hobart
Important Information
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
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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
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This is an active tour. A suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
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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.
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We depart Hobart promptly . 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.
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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.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Maria Island is a National Park off the East Coast of Tasmania. The only permanent residents are the abundant wildlife. There are no cars or buses, and we explore this wild island on foot. Following a series of trails, expect at least 10km of hiking across this day. We hike to the Painted Cliffs, beautiful sandstone sculpted and stained into swirling patterns by millennia of tidal action. We continue our hike to the Fossil Cliffs, which drop sheer to the ocean, their faces packed with ancient marine life and with sweeping views across to the Freycinet Peninsula. We explore Darlington, one of the world's best preserved convict probation settlements, predating Port Arthur and every bit as comp...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
National Park entrance fees
Small, friendly groups
Professional guides and interpretive walks
Return Ferry crossing fee
Food and drinks (Bring your own lunch/snacks/water bottles, there are no shops on Maria Island))
No luggage on board, only your day pack
No airport drop offs
Meeting Points
Departure
20 Davey St
Meeting Point: Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre - 20 Davey Street, Hobart
* 01 October - 30 April (SUMMER) Meet time is 6.40 AM
* 01 May - 30 September (WINTER) Meet time is 7.55 AM
Please be ready 5 minutes early. We can NOT wait for late passengers due to connecting with the Ferry.
Hobart: Maria Island National Park, Nature & Wildlife active tour
(42) Reviews
Hobart
About
Maria Island is a National Park off the East Coast of Tasmania. The only permanent residents are the abundant wildlife. There are no cars or buses, and we explore this wild island on foot. Following a series of trails, expect at least 10km of hiking across this day. We hike to the Painted Cliffs, beautiful sandstone sculpted and stained into swirling patterns by millennia of tidal action. We continue our hike to the Fossil Cliffs, which drop sheer to the ocean, their faces packed with ancient marine life and with sweeping views across to the Freycinet Peninsula. We explore Darlington, one of the world's best preserved convict probation settlements, predating Port Arthur and every bit as comp...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
National Park entrance fees
Small, friendly groups
Professional guides and interpretive walks
Return Ferry crossing fee
Food and drinks (Bring your own lunch/snacks/water bottles, there are no shops on Maria Island))
No luggage on board, only your day pack
No airport drop offs
Meeting Points
Departure
20 Davey St
Meeting Point: Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre - 20 Davey Street, Hobart
* 01 October - 30 April (SUMMER) Meet time is 6.40 AM
* 01 May - 30 September (WINTER) Meet time is 7.55 AM
Please be ready 5 minutes early. We can NOT wait for late passengers due to connecting with the Ferry.