Top Burnie Outdoor Activities

Cradle Mountain has some of the most beloved landscapes and hikes in the UNESCO-listed Tasmanian Wilderness. This tour makes visiting the area directly from your cruise ship easier by tailoring the tour around the time of your cruise ship departure. Journey through pretty coastline and farm and forest lands on the way to Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake and back.

Experience the beauty of Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake on this scenic small-group sightseeing day tour. Your day begins with pickup from your accommodation in Devonport, Ulverstone, or Burnie, before getting on the road to Cradle Mountain in the Tasmanian Wilderness Heritage Area. Go on a guided walk through the rugged landscapes of the National Park, stopping at Dove Lake and enjoying panoramic views over the mountainous terrain.

Join us on this shore excursion to the gem of the North West, Cradle Mountain National Park. We'll briefly stop in at a local café in Sheffield where you can purchase lunch then make our way to the stunning National Park. Stopping at the Visitor Centre for the shuttle bus, you'll have two hours to explore this natural wonderland just look out for the fluffy locals on the walking tracks - Cradle is full of our fascinating native wildlife! Please ensure you pack wet weather gear as the weather conditions can change suddenly.

From waterfalls to whiskey, the northwest has something for everyone. Join a private shore excursion with us while you're in Burnie. We can create the perfect day out, or if you know where you'd like to visit let us know and one of our knowledgeable local guides will take you there. Be amazed by the ever-elusive platypus at the Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden, get lost in the Fern Glade valley, or visit the world-famous Cradle Mountain. Whatever your interests Tours around Tasmania have you covered. Below are examples of areas we can visit.

The only shore excursion to visit Simon Martin Whips & Leathercraft! Join us on this shore excursion through the Mersey Valley. Our first stop of the day is the gorgeous Tasmanian Arboretum, the best place in Australia to spot a platypus in the wild according to the Australian Platypus Monitoring Network! We'll spend some time searching for one of these elusive monotremes or explore the world's largest collection of Tasmanian woody plants. The second stop of the day is in the world-famous Town of Murals, Sheffield. Recently named Tassie's Top Tourism Town, it's easy to see why! With quirky shops, spectacular murals, and great food we'll spend some time exploring this country town before being joined by local artist Julian Bale to add your mark on our cruise mural. With Mt Roland as our backdrop, we depart Sheffield and make our way to Simon Martin Whips for a whip-cracking demonstration, you'll also get to make your own small leather coaster to take home with you.