Cradle Mountain National Park

Travel into the heart of Tasmania's north to the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, a magnificent wilderness of pristine forest and glacial lakes.The winding road leads to the National Park--an alpine wilderness and wonderland, truly Tasmania's ultimate destination. This park is one of the most popular in Tasmania, yet still retains its isolated and wild character. Visit the National Park Centre, where you'll board a small coaster vehicle for an informative journey to Dove Lake. This is widely considered to be the jewel in the crown. On a clear day, the views of the lake, framed by the magnificent Cradle Mountain, are simply breathtaking and offer spectacular photo opportunities. Simply relax and enjoy the vistas while taking in the scents and sounds of the mountain, or take a brisk stroll along a section of the boardwalk that encircles the lake. A delicious lunch is served at a local hotel during the day. As you head back towards Burnie, your route takes you via Sheffield, the Town of Murals. Local artists have painted stories of the Kentish district on the old buildings. Enjoy a short stop here to see the colorful artwork. Return to the pier, having witnessed the rugged natural beauty of the Tasmanian wilderness.

Tour Code

BWT005
Location

Burnie
Activity Types

Special Interest
Experience Types

Special Interest
Duration

8 hours
Fitness Level

Low
Price

Adult from $239.99
Children (12 & under) from $199.99

Lunch included!

Photography

Have you ever daydreamed of taking photos worthy of publication, when flipping through a nature magazine? Be sure to bring your camera as the views will be nothing short of stunning.

Refreshments

A buffet lunch will be served at a venue in the Cradle Mountain area.

Special Notes

Tasmania's weather conditions can be very changeable throughout the year. To make your day as enjoyable as possible, we urge you to wear comfortable flat-soled shoes and clothing suited to the weather conditions. Bring along some additional warm and wet-weather clothing and some bottled water for your own personal use throughout the day. Images courtesy of Tourism Tasmania. All rights reserved. Not suitable for guests utilising a wheelchair. The drive between Burnie and Cradle Mountain National Park is approximately 90-minutes long. Order of sights may vary.

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Cradle Mountain National Park

Tour Code

Location

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Experience Types

Duration

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Photography

Refreshments

Special Notes

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