The Great Lake and Untamed High Country Small Group Tour
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Discover Tasmania’s rugged heart on the only full-day tour to the Great Lake and the untamed Central Plateau. Journey with your expert Tasmanian guide, David, whose deep local knowledge and engaging stories bring this remote wilderness to life.
Departing from the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre in Hobart, you’ll travel north through the rolling farmlands of the Southern Midlands to the historic highland town of Bothwell, the gateway to the Central Plateau. Stop for a warm drink before visiting the heritage-listed 1916 Waddamana Hydro Power Station and learn the fascinating story of its creation, operation, and dramatic decline — shared through the insights of your guide, a former power industry professional.
Continue through the trout-fishing community of Flintstone to Arthurs Lake, where you’ll discover how two lakes became one and learn the surprising tale of where its waters flow. Enjoy a relaxing lunch (own expense) at the Arthurs Lake Roadhouse before travelling to the vast Great Lake, a high-country expanse framed by alpine winds and striking wilderness scenery.
Take a short walk to investigate Reynolds Island and capture panoramic views from the Great Lake Lookout before heading deeper into Tasmania’s alpine wilderness. Stroll through the pristine pencil pine forests of Pine Lake, a sanctuary for species found nowhere else on earth, and then on to Liffey Forest Lookout to witness where the plateau drops away into the lush valleys below.
The return journey travels through the charming midlands town of Kempton, where you can admire its colonial architecture before arriving back in Hobart around 5:30 pm — with unforgettable memories of Tasmania’s high country landscapes and stories.
Duration
This activity is for: 1 day
Inclusions
- Full-day small-group tour (approx. 9.5 hours)
- Professional Tasmanian guide with in-depth local knowledge
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle transport
- Interpretive commentary throughout the journey
- Stops at key heritage and natural sites including Waddamana Power Station, Arthurs Lake, Great Lake, Pine Lake and Liffey Forest Lookout
Location
Start location: 20 Davey St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Highlights
- Exclusive full-day small-group tour to Tasmania’s Central Plateau and Great Lake region
- Visit the historic Bothwell township and 1916 Waddamana Hydro Power Station
- Learn about Tasmania’s early power industry with insights from your expert guide
- Explore trout-fishing communities and scenic Arthurs Lake
- Stop for lunch at the Arthurs Lake Roadhouse (own expense)
- Discover the vast beauty of the Great Lake and panoramic Great Lake Lookout
- Walk through rare pencil pine forests at Pine Lake
- Experience breathtaking views from the Liffey Forest Lookout
- Enjoy engaging local commentary from a professional Tasmanian guide
Additional Information
- Departs: 8:00 am from Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre, 20 Davey Street, Hobart
- Returns: Approximately 5:30 pm to Hobart
- Duration: Around 9.5 hours (including travel time and scenic stops)
- Meals: Lunch available for purchase at Arthurs Lake Roadhouse (not included)
- What to Bring: Warm layered clothing, comfortable walking shoes, reusable water bottle, camera, and cash or card for lunch purchases
- Fitness Level: Easy to moderate walking; suitable for most fitness levels
- Minimum Numbers: Small-group tour — minimum passenger numbers apply
- Operated By: Island of Tasmania Tours
