YHA Hobart Central

This tour travels South of Hobart into the great Southern Forests, along the Huon River and Huon Valley. Walk through the trees suspended 40 metres above ground. Explore the Tahune Airwalk and to walk along the Cantilever, stretching for 597 metres through the treetops. Enjoy the sensation of being suspended above the Huon River with breathtaking views across the treetops and surrounding mountains. Time to explore and enjoy more walking is available. Take a 45 minute walk to the Swinging Bridges with a 50 metre span across the river, or a shorter 20 minute Huon Pine walk. Then further south we drive to delve 40 metres underground into the vast chambers of a cave tour.The Hastings Cave Reserve is another spectacular place to enjoy a variety of activities. Bring your swimming gear and jump into the thermal springs with 28 degree water. Relax in the beautiful forest surrounds or wander the Hot Springs Nature Trail where the warm water meets cool. The cave tour is conducted by the National Parks expert guides. Cave temperature is always 9 degrees so bring your jumper along. We head underground to explore this spectacular cave which is Australia’s largest tourist Dolomite Cave.

Treat yourself to the ultimate Tasmanian adventure with our 10-day tour of Tasmania. Discover Tasmania’s nature, history, wildlife, and main attractions, as well as some of our favourite local destinations. Our personalised small group tour journeys to the West, North West and East Coasts, Bruny Island and Port Arthur on the Tasman Peninsula, while allowing plenty of time to enjoy Hobart over a few evenings. You will explore Tasmania’s famous National Parks, take a river cruise into the rainforests of the World Heritage Area, and get to see Tasmanian devils at a wildlife sanctuary. You'll guide you on many of Tasmania’s best short walks, and throughout the tour, you’ll gain an understanding of Tasmania’s fascinating history and culture.

Maria Island is a stunning island off an island National Park just a short 45 minute boat cruise off the East Coast of Tasmania. It is rich in local wildlife, amazing scenery and world heritage convict history. With no cars on the island, we enjoy a series of short walks exploring the beautiful Painted Cliffs, the dramatic Fossil Cliffs along with the remarkable Darlington World Heritage convict site, old Oast houses and the early settler's cottages and farmsteads. The island is a Noah's ark for wildlife and is home to wallabies, kangaroo's, rare Cape Barren Geese, wombats and the recently introduced Tasmanian Devil. Swim in the pristine sheltered bays overlooking Mercury Passage or snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Marine Reserve. Watch out for dolphins, seals and penguins - even the odd whale - on your boat crossing to this island paradise. This island is a world away on your doorstep from Hobart! This is a tour for active travellers who are keen to walk and enjoy this unique island. Join us on this day of discovery rich in environmental and cultural history.