3-Day Tasmania Nature & Wildlife Tour Including Stanley, Cradle Mountain, Legerwood & Lavender Estates

Day 1: Stanley, Table Cape & Launceston

Devonport, Stanley, Table Cape, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia on June 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at The Gear Coffee Roasters, Devonport

Start your day with award-winning coffee and fresh breakfast options at this café open from 7am.
AUD $15, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Stanley

Enjoy the scenic 1-hour drive northwest along the coast from Devonport to Stanley.
AUD $0, 1h0m

9:00am

Explore Stanley: The Nut & Bluff Beach

Walk around The Nut volcanic plug, visit historic sites, and relax at Bluff Beach nearby. The Nut chairlift operates 9am-4pm, weather permitting.
AUD $18, 1h30m

10:30am

Table Cape Reserve and Orchid Garden

Visit the scenic Table Cape with its lighthouse and beautiful wildflower gardens, open all day and free entry.
AUD $0, 1h0m

11:30am

Meysey Bluff Lookout

Stop for panoramic coastal views at Meysey Bluff, a short stroll from Stanley township.
AUD $0, 45m

12:15pm

Lunch at Stanley Village Shop and Café

Enjoy fresh, locally sourced Tasmanian food in a charming café open 9am-4pm.
AUD $25, 1h0m

1:15pm

Drive from Stanley to Launceston

Return drive of about 1 hour 15 minutes heading east to Launceston.
AUD $0, 1h15m

2:30pm

Visit Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore the stunning gorge trails, gardens and ride the chairlift (operating 8am to dusk). A perfect spot for an afternoon wander.
AUD $8, 2h0m

4:30pm

Check-in Accommodation, Launceston

Settle into your accommodation in Launceston for your 2-night stay.
AUD $0, Rest of afternoon
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Day 2: Legerwood, Lavender & Cradle Mountain

Launceston, Legerwood, Bridestowe Lavender Estate, Cradle Mountain, Tasmania, Australia on June 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at local café Launceston

Fuel up with breakfast at a café near your accommodation open from 7am.
AUD $20, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Legerwood

About 50 minutes drive east of Launceston to see the famous Tree Carvings at Legerwood, a beautiful forest memorial site.
AUD $0, 50m

9:00am

Explore Legerwood Tree Carvings

Walk among intricately carved tree trunks commemorating soldiers from World War I in a serene bush setting.
AUD $0, 1h0m

10:00am

Drive to Bridestowe Lavender Estate

Short 30-minute drive to one of the world's largest lavender farms, offering fragrant fields and an impressive visitor centre open from 9am.
AUD $5, 30m

10:30am

Visit Bridestowe Lavender Estate

Tour the spectacular lavender fields and shop for unique products. Note: Lavender is seasonal; check flowering times before your visit.
AUD $5, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Bridestowe Lavender Estate Café

Enjoy a lavender-inspired menu in the charming on-site café, open 10am-4pm weekdays.
AUD $30, 1h0m

1:00pm

Drive to Cradle Mountain Wombat Walk Path

Approximately 1.5-hour scenic drive west to Cradle Mountain for your afternoon nature walk.
AUD $0, 1.5h

2:30pm

Wombat Walk Path at Cradle Mountain

Enjoy a peaceful 2.5km walk looking for wombats and other local wildlife; park open dawn to dusk with entry fee.
AUD $40, 2h0m

4:30pm

Drive back to Launceston

Return approximately 2-hour drive to Launceston for overnight stay.
AUD $0, 2h0m
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Day 3: Wildlife & Scenic Canyon

Launceston, Narawntapu NP, Leven Canyon, Dover, Devonport, Tasmania, Australia on June 4, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast in Launceston

Start early with a quick breakfast so you can head out at first light.
AUD $15, 30m

7:00am

Drive to Narawntapu National Park

Approximately 2 hours drive north to Narawntapu National Park for wildlife viewing along coastal trails.
AUD $0, 2h0m

9:00am

Wildlife Viewing at Narawntapu National Park

Explore walking trails and beaches to spot wombats, wallabies and penguins in their natural setting.
AUD $0, 1h30m

10:30am

Drive from Narawntapu to Leven Canyon

Travel about 1-hour south to Leven Canyon for a spectacular lookout walk.
AUD $0, 1h0m

11:30am

Leven Canyon Lookout Walk

Short 1.5km return walk to canyon lookout for breathtaking views over the gorge and river.
AUD $0, 45m

12:15pm

Drive to Dover

Approximately 45-minute drive to the historic fishing village of Dover.
AUD $0, 45m

1:00pm

Explore Dover & Light Lunch

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a local café and stroll this peaceful coastal town.
AUD $20, 1h0m

2:00pm

Drive back to Devonport

Leave Dover by 2pm for 1hr return drive arriving in Devonport by 3pm, concluding your trip.
AUD $0, 1h0m

3:00pm

Arrive Devonport - Trip End

Your memorable Tasmania nature and wildlife adventure ends with timely arrival back in Devonport.
AUD $0, Trip end
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