Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Hobart, Tasmania

July 15, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Perched on Tasmania’s southeastern coast, the lively city of Hobart is a unique mash-up of the 19th and 21st centuries. The waterfront cafes, restaurants and studios of the largest city in Tasmania are housed in centuries-old converted warehouses that overlook a harbor bustling with yachts and fishing boats. An active arts scene, vibrant nightlife and leisurely daytime pace add to the city’s charm.
Restaurants in Hobart

1. Tasman Island Cruises

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Tasman Island Cruises

Explore the spectacular coast of the Tasman Peninsula with Robert Pennicott and his team on the yellow boats. Cruise beneath the highest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere and explore the deep sea caves and archways along the coast. Come face to face with wildlife including seals, dolphins, whales and sea birds. Tasman Island Cruises depart from Port Arthur or you can join our Full Day Tour from Hobart.

2. Bruny Island Cruises

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Bruny Island Cruises

Bruny Island Cruises is an award-winning 3 Hour Wilderness Cruise exploring the rugged coastline of Bruny Island in southern Tasmania. Cruise alongside some of Australia's highest sea cliffs, beneath towering crags and drift up close to listen to the awesome 'Breathing Rock'. Enter deep sea caves, pass through the narrow gap between the coast and 'The Monument' and feel the power of nature at the point where the Tasman Sea meets the might of the Southern Ocean. Join in the search for the abundant coastal wildlife such as seals, dolphins, migrating whales and sea birds. The highly trained interpretive guides love what they do - they work hard to ensure that the experience is fun, enjoyable, entertaining and informative. The custom-built yellow boats are ideal for viewing the spectacular coastline and wildlife of Bruny Island. Each vessel holds a maximum of 43 guests.

3. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys - Iron Pot Cruises

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Pennicott Wilderness Journeys - Iron Pot Cruises

Join this 2.5 hour cruise exploring Hobart from the water. Visit Australia's oldest lighthouse, circumnavigate Betsey Island, see hundreds of nesting seabirds, cliffs, caves. You'll cruise in one of our brand-new boats with a maximum of 12 guests.

4. iWander Tasmania

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iWander Tasmania

Tasmanian culture, wildlife, history, local produce and nature. iWander Tasmania specialises in small personalised tours. We have passionate Tasmanian guides with tri lingual language skills(Chinese, Japanese, English). iWander Tasmania offers one day, multi-day and customised tours. Clients never feel crowded with 11 max in the spacious Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2017.

5. Par Avion

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Par Avion

Par Avion fly daily into the South West National Park of Tasmania, offering full and half day tours to Bathurst Harbour and Port Davey. Landing at Melaleuca, you'll enjoy a boat trip, refreshments and/or lunch, as you get a chance to experience the pristine wilderness of this World Heritage Listed Area. Par Avon also provide tours to other parts of the state including Strahan and the Gordon River, Wineglass Bay, Maria Island and the 3 Capes. Par Avion also operate specalised helicopter tours, ranging from 20 minute scenic flights, to all day personalised helicopter experiences

6. Hobart Yachts

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Hobart Yachts

Come sailing aboard the 62 foot luxury Sydney to Hobart Maxi, Helsal IV. Experience what it is like to sail one of these magnificent crafts; even take the wheel if you like! Come for just a few hours on the Derwent or plunge right into the adventure and sail away with us on a yacht charter to places unimagined. Whether you choose to play on the Derwent, escape to the wilderness, or something in between, you'll never look to the sea in quite the same way again.

7. The Lady Nelson

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The Lady Nelson

Come aboard, relax and enjoy Tall Ship sailing within one of the world's most picturesque harbours. The Lady Nelson is a full size replica of the original England built Brig that the first settlers to Hobart arrived in. Short harbour sails provide a unique opportunity to experience tall ship sailing. Haul on a line, steer the ship, talk to the captain and crew or just relax and enjoy the magnificent views of Hobart. The Lady Nelson is available for private charter and offers multi-day sailing trips exploring places such as Port Arthur, Tasman Peninsular, Bruny Island and the d'Entrecasteaux Channel. The ship can also be booked as a unique waterside venue for functions, parties and historical talks.

8. Roaring 40s Kayaking

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Roaring 40s Kayaking

Paddle Hobart's iconic waterfront OR spend a day exploring sea caves, sea cliffs and shipwrecks OR take our scenic flight deep into World Heritage Wilderness for a 3 or 7-day kayaking expedition. Roaring 40°s Kayaking offers premium sea kayaking eco-tours in the stunning waterways surrounding Hobart and into the spectacular Bathurst Harbour and Port Davey. All day tours depart from Hobart and are suitable for beginners to experienced paddlers, include lunch or snack, all sea-kayaking equipment and experienced guides. Or experience one of the worlds last great wilderness areas with a paddle in your hand on a Roaring 40°s Kayaking multi-day expedition into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. This is Australia's ultimate sea kayaking experience, offering a combination of sheltered wilderness harbours, rugged ocean coastlines, remote islands and wild rivers.

9. East Coast Cruises

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East Coast Cruises

Hobart's #1 day tour for 5 consecutive years (Tripadvisor). Join the most unforgettable tour, cruising the renowned coastline of Maria Island. Your tour will include a 4-hour scenic cruise of Maria Island's stunning coastline and a 2-hour walk of the island's World Heritage listed convict settlement. A lunch stop (byo lunch for 2021) with a complimentary beer and wine is provided on board whilst at anchor in the most beautiful of locations. Each 7 hour day tour includes: - Cruise to Painted Cliffs & Fossil Cliffs. - Intimate cruise around Maria Island (4 hours) or Ile Des Phoques, exploring towering cliffs and giant sea caves . - Guided walk of Darlington convict precinct with wildlife viewing of wombats, kangaroos, Cape Barron geese, wallabies and other iconic native wildlife. - Small group size (maximum 25 passengers).

10. Hobart Bike Hire

1A Brooke Street Hobart Waterfront, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 Australia +61 447 556 189 [email protected] http://www.hobartbikehire.com.au
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Hobart Bike Hire

Hobart Bike Hire has a selection of well maintained late model bicycles and electric bicycles available from our Brooke Street Depot. We are situated next door to the Quest Hotel on the Waterfront. We are around 300m from the Hobart Cruise Ship Terminal, and very close to the Salamanca tourist hot spot.

Reviewed By rodlittle - Penarth, United Kingdom

We had a great day on the electric bikes, following fantastic advice on routes, chose to cycle into Botanical gardens for coffee and then over the bridge for up and down coast path, with lunch at Bellerive and then get the red boat back across to Hobart. (note we booked the red boat to pick up up in advance - on great advice again from the bike hire guy). Do drop in and chat with the friendly staff, they have all sorts of bikes and routes they can recommend based on what time and abilities you have.

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