Tours around Tasmania engages specialist expert guides to go deeper into the elements that make Tasmania so special. So this is no ordinary tour. Find out what lies beneath in this immersive private geology tour of ‘Hobart’ and its surrounds.

Join expert geology guide Hannah Moore (PhD candidate) to experience Hobart's geological legacy as she blends history, science, and stunning landscapes in this day tour. You have two options for this private geology tour departing from Hobart:

Option 1 - Half Day Tour:  Hobart and Mount Wellington (pricing as quoted)

Retrace Charles Darwin's 1836 ascent to the kunanyi (Mount Wellington) pinnacle from the coastal suburb of Sandy Bay. This journey, which only involves some light walking, reveals the geological splendors and sweeping views of Hobart. Furthermore, the private geology tour offers a comprehensive experience of the area’s fundamental geology and its importance. Hannah will navigate you through crucial sites that were instrumental in Darwin's research. You will also learn to apply traditional geological methods to classify different rock types. Depending on the tides, the tour may also include a visit to an old volcano near Long Beach, an area once explored and recorded by Charles Darwin.

Option 2 - Full Day Tour: Tasman Peninsula (please contact us for pricing)

Embark on a journey across the Tasman Peninsula, uncovering its grandiose geological marvels and rich Aboriginal heritage on this unique private geology tour. You will also explore the region's accessible geological features. This will include the breathtaking Tessellated Pavement to the awe-inspiring Tasman Arch, Blow Hole, and Waterfall Bay Lookout.