Where does the tour depart from?

The tour departs from Hobart; exact meeting point and check-in details are provided after booking.

Is the Tasmanian devil feeding safe for visitors?

Feeding is supervised by sanctuary staff; guests follow guidelines and only participate when directed by keepers.

Lunch is not included—there are cafes at Port Arthur and Richmond, or you can bring your own food.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. The itinerary suits families; some walking and stair negotiation is required—check operator guidance for very young children.

How much walking is involved?

Expect short walks including a 45-minute Waterfall Bay loop and on-site walking at Port Arthur; overall exertion is low.

Are there restroom facilities on the route?

Yes—restrooms and cafe facilities are available at Port Arthur and Richmond; bring small change for conveniences.

Port Arthur, Devils and Coastal Cliffs: Full-Day Tasman Peninsula Tour from Hobart

On the Tasman Peninsula, a day unfolds that moves from raw ocean to convict ruins to intimate wildlife encounters. The Tasmania Port Arthur & Tasmania Devil Tour departs Hobart and delivers 10.5 hours of coastal vistas, colonial history, and a close-up with one of Australia's most famous endemic mammals. The route threads along winding coastal roads, stopping first at Pirates Bay Lookout where wind-scoured dolerite sea cliffs tumble into the Southern Ocean. At Eaglehawk Neck you’ll stand at the narrow isthmus that once functioned as a human and canine guardline against convict escape, then take the short Waterfall Bay cliff walk—an easy 45-minute loop across coastal heaths and buttonwood shrubs with panoramic views over sculpted rock platforms. A highlight is the Tasmanian devil conservation visit. At a licensed sanctuary you’ll watch keepers feed these stocky marsupials, learn about the facial tumor disease that threatens them, and see ongoing breeding and rehabilitation work. The encounter is handled sensitively; guests observe and in some sessions participate in supervised feeding under staff guidance. Port Arthur Historic Site occupies the lunch-hour and early afternoon. This UNESCO-listed former penal settlement preserves brick ruins, stone workshops, and guard towers that trace 19th-century convict life. The included harbor cruise reframes the site from sea level, revealing hidden coves, sandstone stacks and the jagged outline of the Tasman coast from a different angle. Time to walk between the distinct precincts—the fenced penitentiary, separate prison and the serene cemetery—gives the day weight and story. On the return the tour slips into Richmond, where Australia’s oldest stone arch bridge and tidy Georgian cottages offer a calmer coda: bakeries, galleries and a chance to stretch legs before Hobart. What makes this trip special is the mash-up—wildlife conservation beside raw coastal geomorphology and one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most complete penal heritage sites—made manageable in a single, well-paced day. Small groups (maximum 22) keep stops personal and photography windows open; English-speaking guides narrate history, ecology and practicalities that turn scenes into context. Practical notes: dress for wind and variable weather, bring sturdy shoes for short cliff walks and stairs at Port Arthur, and pack lunch money. This tour is ideal for history buffs, wildlife lovers, and travelers who want a concentrated Tasmanian primer in one day. Guides will provide commentary at each stop, and there are restroom and cafe options at Port Arthur and Richmond. Bring a windproof layer, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle. If you hope to photograph wildlife, use a telephoto lens and keep noise low; the best light falls during morning and late afternoon stops. Families with children will find the Port Arthur exhibits accessible and absorbing, while conservation talks translate complex science into plain language. Book online.

Port Arthur, Devils and Coastal Cliffs: Full-Day Tasman Peninsula Tour from Hobart

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