Cradle Mountain Tours

Small-group and private ways to experience Cradle Mountain — Dove Lake and the summit, wombats and wild alpine walks — with the planning handled by the family that has toured Australia since 1974.

From Launceston ~2.5 hrStyle small-group & privateWalks guidedSince 1974

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Guided the Easy Way

Cradle Mountain Tours

One of the great icons of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, Cradle Mountain rewards those who know where to look — the mirror of Dove Lake beneath the jagged peak, wombats grazing at Ronny Creek, ancient rainforest and wild alpine weather. Let us handle the ~2.5-hour drive from Launceston, the park pass and the shuttle so you can simply enjoy it. Family-owned since 1974, every tour is tailored and quoted per enquiry.

Ways In

Choose Your Tour

Day trip

Day Tour from Launceston

Dove Lake and a short walk, driven there and back in a day.

Day tour → Overnight

2-Day Tour

Stay near the park to catch wildlife and light at dawn and dusk.

2-day tour → On foot

Guided Day Walks

The Dove Lake Circuit, Marions Lookout and more, with a guide.

Day walks → For the shot

Photography Tour

The boatshed, wombats and misty rainforest in the best light.

Photography → Tailored

Private Tours

Your own guide and vehicle, built around what you want to see.

Private tours → Plan

Things to Do

Dove Lake, the summit, the Overland Track and short walks.

Things to do →

Before You Go

Plan Your Visit

It’s about 2.5 hours from Launceston — see getting there
A national-park pass is required, plus the Dove Lake shuttle
Pack for alpine weather — four seasons in a day, snow possible any time
Staying over? See where to stay and the best time to visit
New to the mountain? Start with the Cradle Mountain guide

Tell us your dates and group. Call 0409 661 342 or enquire online.

Good to Know

Cradle Mountain Tours — FAQ

What Cradle Mountain tours do you offer?

A range of guided ways in — a day tour from Launceston, a two-day tour, guided day walks, a wilderness photography tour and fully private touring. Each is tailored and quoted per enquiry — get in touch.

Can you visit Cradle Mountain as a day trip?

Yes — it’s about 2.5 hours from Launceston, so a day tour takes in Dove Lake and a short walk. Staying overnight on a two-day tour lets you slow down and catch wildlife at dawn and dusk.

Do I need a national-park pass?

Yes — a Tasmania national-park pass is required to enter Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park, and a shuttle bus runs from the visitor centre to Dove Lake (often mandatory in peak season). On a guided tour we handle the logistics; check current details when you enquire.

When is the best time to visit Cradle Mountain?

Any time can be beautiful, but the weather is alpine — four seasons in a day, with snow possible year-round. See our best time to visit guide, and dress in warm layers whatever the season.

Cradle Mountain, Planned Around You

Dove Lake and the summit, wombats and wild alpine weather, the Overland Track and the ancient rainforest — with the planning handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.

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