Cradle Mountain Tour
Experience the magic of Cradle Mountain at your own pace with flexible, self-guided day trips and overnight options departing from Launceston and Devonport. These tours are ideal for independent travellers who want to explore Tasmania’s most iconic alpine destination without the need for a car or a tour group. Travel is made easy with return shuttle services to and from Cradle Mountain, giving you the freedom to enjoy the scenery, trails, and wildlife on your own terms.
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Perfect for travellers short on time, this self-guided day tour departs Launceston early in the morning and returns in the late afternoon.
Enjoy the drive through Tasmania’s highlands before arriving at the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre. From there, catch the National Park shuttle to Dove Lake, where you’ll have time to explore the boardwalks and trails surrounded by dramatic alpine scenery.
Highlights:
Full day to explore Cradle Mountain
Visit Dove Lake and enjoy a range of walking trails
Ideal for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers
Book two shuttles:
Launceston to Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain to Launceston
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Departing from Devonport, this self-guided Cradle Mountain experience gives you a generous window to explore the natural beauty of the national park.
Stroll the shores of Dove Lake, wander through ancient forest trails, or simply take in the alpine air and peaceful atmosphere.
Highlights:
Easy return trip in one day
Flexible itinerary at your own pace
Ideal for cruise passengers and travellers staying in Devonport
Book two shuttles:
Devonport to Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain to Devonport
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For those who want more time in the wilderness, an overnight or multi-night self-guided tour from Launceston is the perfect solution.
Stay one night or more and enjoy relaxed days of hiking, wildlife spotting, or quiet contemplation surrounded by Tasmania’s most iconic landscape.
Accommodation can be arranged or booked independently.
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Enjoy the flexibility to spend a night—or several—at Cradle Mountain with this overnight self-guided tour from Devonport.
Ideal for travellers who want to unwind and explore without time constraints. Whether hiking to Marion’s Lookout or relaxing at a forest lodge, every moment is yours to enjoy.
Book two shuttles:
Devonport to Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Walking trails to explore at Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain offers a variety of walks for all levels:
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Dove Lake Circuit
A scenic 6km loop offering spectacular views
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Enchanted Walk
An easy forest walk with possible wombat sightings
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Cradle Valley Boardwalk
Accessible walk through lush grasslands
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King Billy Track
Discover ancient alpine pines
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Lake Lilla Walk
Peaceful trail to a serene mountain lake
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Knyvet Falls Track
Short walk to a beautiful cascading waterfall
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Weindorfers Forest Walk
A walk through historic reforested wilderness
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Pencil Pine Falls Walk
Gentle trail through mossy rainforest
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Ronny Creek to Dove Lake
A longer but rewarding connection trail
Discover the Story Behind the Scenery
Cradle Mountain is not only a place of incredible natural beauty but also rich cultural and ecological significance. With a history that includes Tasmanian Aboriginal use, early European exploration, and modern conservation efforts, the area is now a UNESCO World Heritage-listed national park.
Visitors can explore cultural sites, walk trails used for thousands of years, and enjoy the flora and fauna that make Cradle Mountain one of Tasmania’s most treasured destinations. Wombats, echidnas, and even Tasmanian devils roam this alpine wilderness, while bird watchers may spot black currawongs and wedge-tailed eagles above.