On this trip, your local guide will get you in touch with Birdwatching in Tasmania’s oldest National Park. This tour is part of the Australian Wildlife Journeys program and is highly rated amongst photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. 

 

This tour gives you the opportunity to search for some of Tasmania’s 12 endemic bird species including Scrubtit, Black Currawong and Tasmanian Thornbill. Our journey takes us to Mount Field National Park, the oldest in the state. Be mesmerized by the lush forest landscapes from eucalyptus temperate rainforest to alpine moorland. Explore Gould’s Lagoon Sanctuary, which is an important refuge, feeding and breeding area for waterbirds along the River Derwent. A diverse amount of bird species is attracted to the area, including Black Swans, Pelicans, Black Ducks, Chestnut Teals, Purple Swamp Hens, Egrets, White-faced Herons and Cormorants. This tour is part of the Australian Wildlife Journeys program.

Tour includes:

  • Full day private guided tour
  • Transport in a well-appointed vehicle
  • Lunch
  • National Park pass

 

 

At 8.30 am, your private tour guide will meet you at your accommodation in Hobart. Our journey today takes us to Mount Field National Park, the oldest in the state. The first stop is Gould’s Lagoon Sanctuary, an important refuge, feeding and breeding area for waterbirds along the River Derwent. Many bird species are attracted to the area, including Black Swans, Pelicans, Black Ducks, Chestnut Teals, Purple Swamp Hens, Egrets, White-faced Herons and Cormorants. Our journey continues through the picturesque Derwent Valley, which is dotted with orchards, hop fields and quaint reminders of the historical origins of the area. Arriving at Mount Field National Park, be mesmerized by the lush forest landscapes from eucalyptus temperate rainforest to alpine moorland. Your guide provides an interpretation along the rainforest walk to Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls and the Tall Trees, some of the world’s tallest flowering trees. This cool temperate rainforest gives you the opportunity to search for some of Tasmania’s 12 endemic bird species, including Scrubtit, Black Currawong and Tasmanian Thornbill. After lunch, with some luck, you may have an opportunity to observe the unique duck bill and webbed feet Platypus in the wild. This semiaquatic, egg-laying mammal is endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania and is a recognizable and iconic symbol of Australia.

This private tour is available any day of the year
except Public Holidays.
Please note, that the tour is subject to availability at time of enquiry/booking.