Wineglass Bay & Freycinet Day Tour from Hobart
the Freycinet Explorer Day Tour: Wineglass Bay Lookout, East Coast Walks & Devil’s Corner from Hobart tour takes guests from Hobart along Tasmania’s East Coast to Freycinet National Park. The day includes the Wineglass Bay Lookout walk, an optional extension to Wineglass Bay Beach, extra short walks at Honeymoon Bay, Sleepy Bay and Cape Tourville, and an afternoon stop at Devil’s Corner winery site.
Features
- Freycinet National Park entrance fee
- Professional guides
- Interpretative walks
- Small group tour
- Hotel pick up from select locations
- Hotel drop off to select locations
Itinerary
Hobart to Tasmania’s East Coast
Pick up is from select Hobart locations. The tour departs Hobart heading east, then follows the coastline north. The drive passes through the seaside towns of Orford and Swansea on the way to Freycinet National Park.
Freycinet Marine Farm stop
On arrival to the Freycinet Peninsula, the group stops at the Freycinet Marine Farm. Guests can purchase local oysters and mussels sourced from the surrounding waters before heading to the walking trail.
Wineglass Bay Lookout walk
The group walks together to Wineglass Bay Lookout. This is a moderate uphill walk that usually takes around 45 minutes. The track is about 1.3 km uphill. At the lookout, there is time to take photos and see the view over Wineglass Bay and Freycinet National Park, then return downhill.
Choose your walking option
From Wineglass Bay Lookout, guests can return to the start of the walk with the guide, or continue on the longer option down to Wineglass Bay Beach.
Option 1: Return from the lookout and continue exploring Freycinet
Guests who choose the shorter walk return from the lookout with the guide and visit other areas of Freycinet National Park. Stops can include Honeymoon Bay and Sleepy Bay, followed by the Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk.
Option 2: Wineglass Bay Beach walk
Guests who choose the longer walk continue from the lookout down to Wineglass Bay Beach. This is a return walk that usually takes around 2.5 hours and requires adequate fitness. On the beach there is time for lunch, a swim if conditions suit, or a walk along the sand before returning the same way.
Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk
The Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk is an easy walk of around 20 minutes with coastal views. This is included as part of the Freycinet sightseeing time for guests on the shorter walking option, and may also be visited depending on the day’s timing for the group.
Devil’s Corner winery site stop
In the afternoon the tour stops at Devil’s Corner winery site for a break. Guests can purchase items such as a glass of wine, tea or coffee, seafood, woodfired pizza, or gelato before starting the return drive.
Return to Hobart
The tour returns to Hobart at around 6:00pm with drop off to select locations.
Meeting Point & Times
Hotel pick up from select Hobart locations
Departure: Daily (pick up time advised after booking)
Return: Around 6:00pm (drop off to select locations)
What To Bring
- Day backpack
- Refillable water bottle
- Closed, sturdy walking shoes
- Warm layers
- Waterproof jacket
- Sunhat
- Beanie
- Lunch and snacks (or money to buy takeaway lunch)
- Swimmers
- Towel
Additional Information
Food and drinks are not included. Guests can bring lunch or purchase a bakery-style takeaway lunch during a stop on the day.
This tour includes walking in National Park terrain. The Wineglass Bay Lookout walk is moderate and requires good mobility and fitness. The Wineglass Bay Beach option is longer and also requires adequate fitness.
The tour operates in outdoor conditions and is subject to the weather on the day.
Guests are briefed on Minimal Impact Bushwalking and Leave No Trace practices before entering National Parks. Wildlife is viewed from appropriate distances and activities stay on formed tracks and boardwalks.
Instant Booking & Mobile-Friendly Tickets
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Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up on the day without a booking.
If you require hotel transfers, please have your hotel name ready when booking so we can send you a pick-up time with your confirmation.
Special Child & Family Rates
We offer special rates for families. Please check the booking for form for up-to-date family pricing.
Meeting Point & Times
Hotel pick up from select Hobart locations
Departure: Daily (pick up time advised after booking)
Return: Around 6:00pm (drop off to select locations)
