diane.in.ny Posted January 7, 2018 #1 Share Posted January 7, 2018 This will be our second trip to Tasmania. Our first was only a stop in Hobart and we went to Mt Field and the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, both of which we enjoyed very much and made me want to come back to the island. Our second visit will include a stop in Burnie. Seems like 'the thing' to do is Cradle Mountain but we've been presented with another alternative: Wings Wildlife plus scenic touring that includes Guide Falls, Fernglade Reserve and Hellyer's Road whiskey distillery, all of which are also of interest. This will also include scenic coast and inland driving. I know if we do Candle Mountain that will pretty much be it for the day but it is supposed to be quite beautiful. On the other hand, the second option gives us an opportunity to see more of the area. Opinions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted January 8, 2018 #2 Share Posted January 8, 2018 This will be our second trip to Tasmania. Our first was only a stop in Hobart and we went to Mt Field and the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, both of which we enjoyed very much and made me want to come back to the island. Our second visit will include a stop in Burnie. Seems like 'the thing' to do is Cradle Mountain but we've been presented with another alternative: Wings Wildlife plus scenic touring that includes Guide Falls, Fernglade Reserve and Hellyer's Road whiskey distillery, all of which are also of interest. This will also include scenic coast and inland driving. I know if we do Candle Mountain that will pretty much be it for the day but it is supposed to be quite beautiful. On the other hand, the second option gives us an opportunity to see more of the area. Opinions? Cradle mountain is wonderful, and we did it on one cruise (and a few times on land tours) from Devonport, and in my honest opinion I’d never do it as a day trip again. You will need the better part of 4 hours by coach for the round trip and probably only get two or three hours at the Mountain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted January 8, 2018 Author #3 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Cradle mountain is wonderful, and we did it on one cruise (and a few times on land tours) from Devonport, and in my honest opinion I’d never do it as a day trip again. You will need the better part of 4 hours by coach for the round trip and probably only get two or three hours at the Mountain. Thank you. Very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oskarNZ Posted January 9, 2018 #4 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I too agree that a trip to Cradle Mountain is too much for one day. The day we did the tour was dreary and rainy and too be honest, I was underwhelmed. I did see a wild wombat though, and for that reason alone, I’m pleased I did the trip. But had that not been the case, I feel that it would have been a long day on a bus for not enough reward. Just my opinion of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrYellowDuck Posted January 9, 2018 #5 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I recommend this operator: https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Attraction_Review-g504286-d2433472-Reviews-Play_A_Round_in_Tassie_Day_Tours-Burnie_Tasmania.html. Robyn was a consummate host and we'd use her again without hesitation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted January 9, 2018 #6 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I too agree that a trip to Cradle Mountain is too much for one day. The day we did the tour was dreary and rainy and too be honest, I was underwhelmed. I did see a wild wombat though, and for that reason alone, I’m pleased I did the trip. But had that not been the case, I feel that it would have been a long day on a bus for not enough reward. Just my opinion of course. I have never been to Cradle Mt and NOT seen a Wombat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oskarNZ Posted January 9, 2018 #7 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I have never been to Cradle Mt and NOT seen a Wombat. Fantastic. Sounds like the chances are better than I thought. I’m slowly ticking of wild Australian animals, with my most recent trip scoring many koala views as well as an echidna and a few emu. To get my big 5, I now need to find a platypus. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted January 9, 2018 #8 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Fantastic. Sounds like the chances are better than I thought. I’m slowly ticking of wild Australian animals, with my most recent trip scoring many koala views as well as an echidna and a few emu. To get my big 5, I now need to find a platypus. :D That won’t be easy, if you mean in the wild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oskarNZ Posted January 9, 2018 #9 Share Posted January 9, 2018 That won’t be easy, if you mean in the wild. Yes, I know. One of my Australian friends went on a hunt for Platypus last year and found a few. But I could tell from all her Facebook comments that such spottings were rare. I have not included the Tassie Devil on the wishlist as I think that’s hoping for the impossible :') Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted January 9, 2018 #10 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Yes, I know. One of my Australian friends went on a hunt for Platypus last year and found a few. But I could tell from all her Facebook comments that such spottings were rare. I have not included the Tassie Devil on the wishlist as I think that’s hoping for the impossible :') Better chance of a devil (in Tasmania of course) than a Platypus. In my opinion. I was lucky used to live in a spot that had a few Platypi in the creek down the bush. Saw them frequently, but never saw them anywhere else in the wild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted January 9, 2018 Author #11 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I recommend this operator: https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Attraction_Review-g504286-d2433472-Reviews-Play_A_Round_in_Tassie_Day_Tours-Burnie_Tasmania.html. Robyn was a consummate host and we'd use her again without hesitation. Thank you. Robyn is exactly who I am working with and she was the one that advised that Cradle Mountain was a long trip and made some other suggestions. Based on the Replies I have received, I think we'll go with Robyn's suggestion and go with the 'other.' :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MMDown Under Posted January 9, 2018 #12 Share Posted January 9, 2018 This will be our second trip to Tasmania. Our first was only a stop in Hobart and we went to Mt Field and the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, both of which we enjoyed very much and made me want to come back to the island.Our second visit will include a stop in Burnie. Seems like 'the thing' to do is Cradle Mountain but we've been presented with another alternative: Wings Wildlife plus scenic touring that includes Guide Falls, Fernglade Reserve and Hellyer's Road whiskey distillery, all of which are also of interest. This will also include scenic coast and inland driving. I know if we do Candle Mountain that will pretty much be it for the day but it is supposed to be quite beautiful. On the other hand, the second option gives us an opportunity to see more of the area. Opinions? Agree that this sounds like a much better choice for a day tour. Hope you have a wonderful day. In my opinion, Cradle Mountain is one of those special places which require at least an overnight there to appreciate it from dawn to dusk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted January 9, 2018 Author #13 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Agree that this sounds like a much better choice for a day tour. Hope you have a wonderful day. In my opinion, Cradle Mountain is one of those special places which require at least an overnight there to appreciate it from dawn to dusk. Thank you. Looks like the day tour around the area is the way to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gus617 Posted March 22, 2018 #14 Share Posted March 22, 2018 I recommend this operator: https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Attraction_Review-g504286-d2433472-Reviews-Play_A_Round_in_Tassie_Day_Tours-Burnie_Tasmania.html. Robyn was a consummate host and we'd use her again without hesitation. She is already booked for our date in Burnie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted March 22, 2018 Author #15 Share Posted March 22, 2018 She is already booked for our date in Burnie. Are you going to be in Burnie in October? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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