Port Arthur and Tasmanian Devils

Port Arthur and Tasmanian Devils
Excursion Highlights:
  • Experience Tasmania's iconic Port Arthur Historic Site and meet its feisty Tassie Devils for an unforgettable journey into history and wildlife.
  • Travel comfortably to the stunning Tasman Peninsula, with captivating stops along the way including the breathtaking Pirate's Bay Lookout.
  • Visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo for a thrilling up-close encounter with Tasmanian Devils during feeding, and hand-feed the friendly Wallabies.
  • Gain a vivid glimpse into convict past with over 30 restored structures and ruins at the World Heritage Port Arthur Historic Site.
  • Your tour includes a guided walk with Port Arthur experts and a Harbor Cruise around the Isle of the Dead.
Price: $169.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Shore Excursion Duration 8 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 5 to 10-minute walk from the cruise ship pier.
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable seasonal clothing, durable walking shoes, sunscreen, and sunglasses. We also suggest bringing bottled water and snacks.
Restrictions Guests must be able to step in and out of the vehicle. The minimum age of participation is 5.

Port Arthur and Tasmanian Devils

Join us on this fast-paced tour day, experiencing two classic Tasmanian icons. The Port Arthur Historic Site & Tassie Devils excursion travels from Hobart to the Tasman Peninsula, just a short 90 minute drive. As we travel through to the Port Arthur Historic Site we make a short stop along the way at the stunning Pirate's Bay Lookout. Here your Tour Guide will introduce you to the surrounding area famous for its towering sea cliffs.

Here we will also view the local landscape with its narrow isthmus, a feature that assisted with this area being selected as a convict settlement. We enjoy a visit to the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo to experience the snarling action of a Tasmanian Devil feeding! A not to be missed experience while in Tasmania. You will have time to wander the grounds and hand feed the Wallabies. This is a great experience, in a scenic setting, with opportunities to experience native wildlife close at hand. From here we travel directly to the Port Arthur Historic Site.

Port Arthur Historic Site is a World Heritage Site providing a vivid reflection on our convict past. With over 30 buildings, ruins and restored period homes set in 40 hectares of landscaped grounds there is plenty to explore during our visit here. We can walk amongst the main penitentiary; see the solitary confinement cells and discover the rich history and beautiful surrounds of this evocative World Heritage open air museum. Deemed an inescapable prison your visit here will unveil the grim and violent history of the early Australian Penal system

This fascinating day will give you great insight into what it was like to be sent to Van Diemen's Land as a convict. Your entry to Port Arthur includes a walking tour with one of the Port Arthur expert guides. Your entry also includes a complimentary Harbor Cruise around the Isle of the Dead. Reserve this memory making adventure today.