Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip
Overview
Want the biggest, boldest day trip from Hobart?
Join our small group road trip to one of the world’s most breathtaking places — Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake.
We leave early for a fun, safe, efficient full-day adventure focused entirely on Cradle Mountain. No overnight stay needed — just bring your day pack.
Enjoy a stunning drive through Tasmania’s heart: charming towns, farmland, forest, mountains, lakes and rivers. You’ll see more of the island in one day than most do in a week — with thoughtful commentary and plenty of quiet time to take it all in.
At Cradle Mountain, we guide you inside the National Park for up to 5 hours — perfect for hiking, photographing, or simply breathing in the alpine magic.
We depart Hobart at 6am and return by 9pm.
What's Included
- Sunscreen
- Multiple phone charging on bus - byo charging cable
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- National Park entry
- Guide with First Aid and Communication back up
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch BYO lunch, water bottle, thermos, cafe food at Visitors Centre or Pizzas etc at Cradle Mountain Lodge
Meeting and Pickup
We start early and return late in the day where we can drop you back to the same location. Pickup details are confirmed with you 24-48 hours prior by SMS/WhatsApp or through Viator. Sometimes we ask guests to walk a short distance to consolidate a pickup.This tour requires a minimum of 4 passengers to proceed.
28 Elizabeth Street
Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Cradle Mountain
5 hours Admission Ticket Included
Mumma Buzz Cafe 'N' Takeaway
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Empire Hotel Deloraine
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
River Derwent (pass by)
Ross Female Factory
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ross
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dove Lake Circuit
3 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Marion's Lookout Walk
3 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ronny Creek Carpark
2 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Cradle Mountain
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Sunscreen.
- Multiple phone charging on bus - byo charging cable.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- National Park entry.
- Guide with First Aid and Communication back up.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch. BYO lunch, water bottle, thermos, cafe food at Visitors Centre or Pizzas etc at Cradle Mountain Lodge.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Sunscreen
- Multiple phone charging on bus - byo charging cable
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- National Park entry
- Guide with First Aid and Communication back up
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- LunchBYO lunch, water bottle, thermos, cafe food at Visitors Centre or Pizzas etc at Cradle Mountain Lodge
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
