A woman and a child stand smiling together on grass in front of a stone bridge over a river, enjoying their Bonorong Experience Tour after spotting Tasmanian Devils nearby.
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Tasmanian Devils Bonorong Tour from Hobart

from A$130
4 hours 12 mins
Hobart
All Ages (0+)
Free Cancellation (24 hours prior)

Spend half a day exploring Hobart's Coal River Valley, from the convict built streets of historic Richmond to up close encounters with Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Wander village boutiques, hand feed free roaming kangaroos, and see native wildlife in a genuine rescue and rehabilitation setting. A real Tasmanian afternoon, easy to fit into any Hobart stay.

Quick read before you book.

  • Explore historic Richmond with its classic Georgian mansions and stone cottages
  • Marvel at Australia's oldest convict built road bridge and the oldest operating Catholic church
  • Stroll along the gorgeous Coal River and through charming village streets
  • Shop for unique gifts and Aussie souvenirs in local boutiques and galleries
  • Visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, a genuine wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre and home to the Tasmanian Devil
  • Enjoy up close encounters with Tasmanian Devils and other native wildlife
  • Hand feed free roaming kangaroos in a premium sanctuary setting

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What could be better?

Honestly, not much. It's a full day on the coach, so wear comfy layers and plan your must sees, as some stops are self guided.

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Included in this tour.

  • Return coach transport from Brooke Street Pier with live guide commentary
  • Guided stop in historic Richmond village
  • Entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Kangaroo food and hand feeding opportunity at the sanctuary
  • Free onboard WiFi where available
  • Richmond visitor map and local discount coupons

Commonly asked questions.

The coach leaves Brooke Street Pier at 1:10pm and returns between 5pm and 5:30pm. From November to April it runs Monday to Saturday, and from May to October on Tuesday and Thursday to Saturday.

Check in at the Gray Line day tour desk inside the Brooke Street Pier building at 12 Franklin Wharf, Hobart, at least 15 minutes before departure.

Return coach travel with live commentary, a stop in Richmond and entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, plus kangaroo food, a Richmond map and local discount coupons.

Yes, Bonorong is a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation sanctuary that is home to Tasmanian devils, along with wombats, echidnas and free roaming kangaroos you can hand feed. Our guide on where to see kangaroos has more spots around Australia.

Yes, and child prices apply. For safety, infants and children under 7 can't sit in the first two rows of the coach.

Assistance animals can't enter Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, as their scent can distress the resident wildlife. Contact the team before booking to talk through options.

Pick ups are available from most hotels within 2km of the Hobart CBD if arranged at least 24 hours ahead. Pick ups run from 45 minutes before departure.

Food and hot drinks are not allowed on board, so grab your coffee before you check in or during the stops.

Tours run in all weather. They are only cancelled for extreme weather warnings, safety issues or road closures, in which case you are refunded.

It is an afternoon tour, so your morning is free for Salamanca or the waterfront. Our 3 day Hobart itinerary shows how to plan the rest of your stay.

More about this tour.

Most day tours from Hobart tick off Richmond and call it done. This one gives you real time with Tasmania's most famous native, the Tasmanian devil, at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, a genuine wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre in Brighton, not just a photo stop on the way to somewhere else.Your afternoon starts at Brooke Street Pier in Hobart, where you'll cross the Tasman Bridge into the Coal River Valley. First stop is Richmond, one of Australia's oldest colonial villages, where you can wander past Georgian mansions and stone cottages, cross the country's oldest convict built road bridge, and duck into boutique shops and cafes for a coffee or a local souvenir. If you want a longer look at the region before you commit, our guide to things to do in Hobart is a handy place to start planning.From Richmond, you'll head to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, where free roaming kangaroos come right up to you for a hand feed and Tasmanian devils get their close up, safely, through the sanctuary's keeper led encounters. You'll also spot wombats, echidnas and other native wildlife going about their day in a setting built around rescue and rehabilitation, not just display.Prefer a shorter visit with more time at the sanctuary itself? Our Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary daily shuttle skips the Richmond stop for a more focused wildlife afternoon.Explore the full day below, check availability for your dates, then book your spot when you're ready.

Additional info.

Tours check in at the Gray Line Day Tour counter inside Brooke Street Pier, Hobart, at least 15 minutes before departure. Bring a camera, a water bottle and comfortable walking shoes, as you'll be exploring both village streets and the sanctuary grounds on foot.
  • Infants and children under 7 must not sit in the first two rows of the coach, for safety
  • Assistance animals cannot enter Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, as their scent can distress the resident wildlife
  • Local produce and unique gifts are available for purchase in Richmond's shops and cafes
Operator: Gray Line Tasmania