Under the Organ Pipes - kunanyi/ Mt Wellington guided walk
Overview
Walk under the cliffs of the Organ Pipes, taking in the amazing views of the city and and towering dolerite cliffs the along the flat organ pipes track, before descending gently to the springs to explore it’s unique history.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea - Morning/afternoon tea, hot drinks, sweet treats and fresh fruit.
- Snacks - Morning/afternoon tea, hot drinks, sweet treats and fresh fruit.
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Organ Pipes Circuit Trail, Take Davey Street out of Hobart to Pinnacle Road, Hobart, Tasmania Australia
The kunanyi / Mt Wellington Explorer bus will pick you up from Hobart’s waterfront before driving up the mountain to the Chalet 1000m above sea level.
The first part of the walk is along the gentle Organ Pipes Track, packed with an array of endemic sub-alpine flowers, with views over Hobart to one side and the towering dolerite cliffs to the other. The second half of our walk descends gently down to the Springs where there is lots of history to discover and enjoy gourmet treats and a hot drink at Lost Freight Cafe.
Duration: 3 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Organ Pipes Circuit Trail, Take Davey Street out of Hobart to Pinnacle Road, Hobart, Tasmania Australia
The kunanyi / Mt Wellington Explorer bus will pick you up from Hobart’s waterfront before driving up the mountain to the Chalet 1000m above sea level.
The first part of the walk is along the gentle Organ Pipes Track, packed with an array of endemic sub-alpine flowers, with views over Hobart to one side and the towering dolerite cliffs to the other. The second half of our walk descends gently down to the Springs where there is lots of history to discover and enjoy gourmet treats and a hot drink at Lost Freight Cafe.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- If you are aged over 72, have a heart condition, recent chest pain when exercising, or bone/joint illness which affects your ability to exercise, you must provide a doctor's letter to confirm that you are able to complete this walk.
- all guides are required to hold a current first aid certificate.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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April 2023
Had a walk from The Chalet to The Springs. Highly recommended. Nice, energetic, knowledgeable and experienced guide Andy, who basically took care of everything, from pre-walk preparation, touring along the walk and post-walk tea! A must-join tour if you would like to have a deeper taste of (but n...
Had a walk from The Chalet to The Springs. Highly recommended. Nice, energetic, knowledgeable and experienced guide Andy, who basically took care of everything, from pre-walk preparation, touring along the walk and post-walk tea! A must-join tour if you would like to have a deeper taste of (but not too challenging) Mt Wellington in Hobart!AusScotty
September 2023
Andy brings a wealth of experience to the “Walk in footsteps of Darwin”. My wife and I shared the experience with a friend from Sydney and we all had a great time being shown some highlights of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington. The waterfall/octopus tree were amazing and the walks in the rainforest peaceful...
Andy brings a wealth of experience to the “Walk in footsteps of Darwin”. My wife and I shared the experience with a friend from Sydney and we all had a great time being shown some highlights of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington. The waterfall/octopus tree were amazing and the walks in the rainforest peaceful and relaxing. It’s an easy walk and should be experienced instead of just driving to the summit Our thanks go to Andy for a wonderful experienceRobinFrCanada
May 2023
I'm not much of a hiker but wanted to get out in nature a little while I was in Hobart. I wasn't confident enough to trek in a strange place on my own, so this was a great and accessible way to do that. This walk included both spectacular views and a close-up appreciation of the landscape, and it...
I'm not much of a hiker but wanted to get out in nature a little while I was in Hobart. I wasn't confident enough to trek in a strange place on my own, so this was a great and accessible way to do that. This walk included both spectacular views and a close-up appreciation of the landscape, and it was just the right length for me. If you're there on a Saturday, it's a perfect pairing with a morning at the Salamanca Market, since you can just pop right over to the pier to catch the bus. My guide Andy was well-informed and passionate about the local environment, as well as extremely respectful of the Indigenous history of the area. Depending on the time of year, he may even have you taste a nibble of some of the local plants! Note that this tour also supports a small business that donates a portion of its profits back to local conservation efforts. I will say that although the gradient of the hike is not difficult and the trail is well maintained, it's paved in a natural style with bumpy pavestones and has some narrow ditches you need to step over. It's technically an easy hike but I wouldn't recommend it for someone who struggles with balance or stability. Also, don't fret if you show up to the pier on your scheduled day/time and the guide isn't there to meet you. Just talk to the driver on the kunanyi/Mt. Wellington bus - they will know to expect you and will connect you with the guide on the mountain.