Bonorong Wildlife Park, Mt Field & Curringa Farm
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Port
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$269.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 8 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Your adventure begins at the pier in Hobart where you'll board a motorcoach for the drive to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. At this popular animal sanctuary, you'll observe some of Australia's most famous natives, such as Tasmanian devils and wombats, along with kangaroos and wallabies. Some of the animals are allowed to roam free in their natural habitat. Keepers are on hand to answer questions as you interact with many of the animals. Bring your camera to capture the moment!
Afterward, re-board the motorcoach and drive to Mt Field National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features an approximately 20-minute walk on a trail through stands of the world's tallest hardwood trees. Emerge from the rainforest at spectacular Russell Falls. You'll have time to browse the Interpretation Centre and check out the gift shop.
Visit Curringa Farm in the photogenic Central Highlands of Tasmania. Sixth-generation farmers Tim and Jane Parsons will greet you and take you on an engaging farm tour experience among 3,000 sheep. Dig into a delicious, wood-fired barbecue lunch, accompanied by a glass of premium wine, as well as tea and coffee. This is followed by a sheep dog show and a visit to the shed for a sheep-shearing demonstration.
While at Curringa Farm, you'll be taken on a tour to examine the local environment and the challenges that face today's farmers near Meadowbank Dam. Learn about this area's purpose and importance to a viable farming community while it provides habitat for native birds and animals.
The route back to Hobart takes you past Glen Clyde House (circa 1840) and the historical township of New Norfolk, with its many quaint cottages and gardens.