12 Wildlife & Zoo Experiences in Hobart to Build a Day Around

1.Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · from $128Our pick

See rainforest and Russell Falls at Mt Field, meet Tasmanian devils and wombats at Bonorong, explore Richmond, and drive to kunanyi/Mt Wellington. A local guide such as Brett, Jarrod, Hans, or Gary leads this small-group trip from Hobart, with entry fees and selected hotel pickup included.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful scenery Tasmania has to offer. Our tour guide was brilliant. I was a little disappointed in Bonorong Park and was very much hoping to see a Tassie Devil and the baby wombats, but didn't see either. I understand it was daylight hours but the park does advertise they have them to see.”

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2.Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington and Wildlife Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 261 reviews · 1 day · from $130

Travel from Hobart with an English-speaking guide such as Matt, Heather, Lucas, Paris, or Nicholas. Walk Mount Field’s Three Falls Circuit, meet wombats and Tasmanian devils at Bonorong, then head up kunanyi/Mount Wellington for broad Hobart views.

“Our guide, Matt was amazing! Very knowledgeable about areas visited. Luckily the weather was perfect. I would definitely recommend this trip, especially if Matt is the guide!”

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3.Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Half-Day Tour from Hobart

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 158 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

Travel from Brooke Street Pier across the Tasman Bridge to Richmond, then continue to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary for Tasmanian devils, wombats, echidnas, kangaroos, and other native animals. English-speaking guides such as Shaun, Hugo, Phil, and Sue provide local history and wildlife stories.

“Tour guide Shaun gave us interesting information along the way. Beautiful country side. The town of Richmond has the oldest bridge & other amazing old buildings. Great shops to look through too. Then the visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary was a interesting insight to how they do so much to help our amazing wildlife ( non for profit in Tassie ). All the people involved do an incredible job. Loved the little Echidnas ( no idea they have funny personalities 😍) And got to see a Tassie Devil too ! Really enjoyed the tour.”

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4.Admission Ticket to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 126 reviews · 365 days · from $25Best value

Spend a full day at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary with admission, kangaroo food and access to daily English guided tours. See Tasmanian devils, wombats, echidnas, quolls and birds, then learn how injured and endangered animals are cared for and protected.

“It was an amazing experience being with the animals and being able to feel kangaroos and seeing how the animals were being taken care of so well”

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5.4 Day Wild Tasmania Tour / Wildlife, Nature, Hiking / Inc. Accom

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $713

Travel from Hobart on a four-day loop with guides Tim or Trent, visiting waterfalls, Cradle Mountain, Bay of Fires and Wineglass Bay. Expect small-group transport for up to 13 people, wildlife spotting, moderate hikes, boutique-style accommodation, one dinner and one breakfast.

“Our guide Tim was super knowledgeable and tolerated and answered all of our group's hundreds of random questions across a variety of topics. The schedule covered a great range of mountains, rain forests, waterfalls, countryside, local foRead more”

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6.Bonorong Wildlife Park and Richmond Afternoon Tour from Hobart

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 113 reviews · from $89

Start at Hobart’s Mona Brooke Ferry Terminal or arrange pickup from a selected hotel, then visit historic Richmond and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Expect free time, kangaroo feeding, Tasmanian devil viewing, and commentary from guides such as Phil, Mark, Barry, Baz, Allen, or Tim.

“Excellent tour, the highlight being the Bonorong Wildlife Park. Tim provided an excellent tour experience. If you’ve always wanted to see Tasmanian Devils and kangaroos up close and personal, then I highly recommend this tour.”

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7.Mt. Field, Mt Wellington & Wildlife – Active Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · from $132

Set out from Hobart at about 7:30 am with a small group and guide such as Clinton, Hannah, Nick, or David. Walk among Russell Falls, Tall Trees and Lady Barron Falls, meet Tasmanian devils and kangaroos at Bonorong, then finish at Kunanyi, weather permitting.

“Fabulous day out seeing a very beautiful part of Tasmania. Ben was exceptionally knowledgeable and a great tour guide for us.”

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8.Tasmania: Wilderness and Wildlife Guided 6-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 60 reviews · 6 days · from $831

Travel Tasmania by small-group bus with local guides such as Phil, Brendan, and Keygan. Walk at Freycinet, Cradle Mountain, Bay of Fires, and Mount Field, meet devils and wombats at Bonorong, and choose hostel or motel lodging.

“An amazing few days exploring Tasmania. Tim was a fantastic guide!”

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9.Mt Wellington, Richmond, & Bonorong Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 59 reviews · 8 hours · from $130

Spend eight hours with an English-speaking driver-guide visiting kunanyi/Mt Wellington, Richmond, Cascade Gardens, and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. You get mountain views, convict-era buildings, and close encounters with kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and Tasmanian Devils. Guide Bas is one named guide on this departure.

“Our guide, Bas, was great. He was informative and looked after us. The weather was beyond his control but because he thought it might go bad he stopped to ensure we did get a great view of Hobart and surrounds. He was very careful coming down the mountain in the snow and we had no concerns about our safety. We enjoyed our time at the Botanical Gardens. However, in the afternoon we would have liked less time in Richmond and more at Bonorong.”

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10.Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Guided Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $115

Join a small English-language group at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary after hours. Your guide leads feeding sessions for Eastern quolls, tawny frogmouths, sugar gliders, Tasmanian devils, and Forester kangaroos, while explaining how injured and orphaned animals are prepared for release.

“Great education and such fun to see Aussie wildlife up close. Thanks for all you do to protect native animals.”

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11.Maria Island National Park – Nature & Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $154

Leave Hobart at 6:45 am for Maria Island National Park, crossing by ferry and walking nearly 10 kilometers with a guide. Expect wombats, wallabies, beaches, Fossil Cliffs, Darlington’s convict buildings, and the tide-dependent Painted Cliffs. Lunch and water are your responsibility.

“Informative information, beautiful scenery, a gem of an island. A great way to find out more about the historical significance of the island and experience the geographical features.”

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12.Waterfalls, Wilderness & Wildlife – Active Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $132

Spend 12 hours beyond Hobart with guides such as Hannah, Carl, Paris, or Ben, walking to Russell and Horseshoe Falls, passing giant swamp gums, meeting devils and wombats at Bonorong, and reaching kunanyi/Mt Wellington. The day is active, scenic, and best for hikers who can handle steep stairs.

“Very well planned out trip, the guide ensured that we made the best time out there in the wild. Would recommend this to anyone travelling to Hobart and to witness Tassie ruggedness from the word go!”

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