Thinking about visiting Cradle Mountain from Devonport?

Wondering how to get from Devonport to Cradle Mountain? There are several easy options, and you don't need to hire a car.

Whether you're looking for a day trip, an overnight stay, a budget-friendly transport option or a private tour, there's a travel option to suit your budget, schedule and style of travel.

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Private Cradle Mountain Tour from Devonport


1 day

Discover Cradle Mountain on a private day tour from Devonport with award-winning eGuide.

$750 per vehicle

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Cradle Mountain Self-Guided Tour from Devonport


1 day

Discover Cradle Mountain at your own pace on our shared day tour from Devonport.

$150 per person

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Cradle Mountain Day Tour - Departing Devonport


1 day

Dis­cov­er Cra­dle Moun­tain on a full-day guid­ed jour­ney from Launceston.

$299 per person

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Private Cradle Mountain Tour from Devonport

From $750 per vehicle

Discover Cradle Mountain on a private day tour from Devonport with award-winning eGuide.

Travel in comfort with your own guide and vehicle. Departs 9:30am, returning around 4:00pm. From $750 per group, including accommodation pickup and National Park entry fees.

Cradle Mountain Self-Guided Tour from Devonport

From $150 per person (does not include National Park entrance)

Discover Cradle Mountain at your own pace on our shared day tour from Devonport.

We'll collect you from your accommodation at 7:00am and return at around 4:00pm, giving you plenty of time to explore Dove Lake, enjoy the walking tracks, and take in the spectacular alpine scenery. National Park entry and Cradle Mountain shuttle bus tickets are not included.

Cradle Mountain Day Tour -
Departing Devonport

From $299 per person

Operated by a third-party supplier.

Choose Your Adventure

Dis­cov­er the spec­tac­u­lar land­scapes of Cra­dle Moun­tain on a full-day guid­ed jour­ney from Launceston.

Trav­el through the scenic Mean­der Val­ley and Great West­ern Tiers, stop­ping in Sheffield, the Town of Murals, before con­tin­u­ing through rain­for­est, gorges and but­ton grass plains into the Cra­dle Moun­tain-Lake St Clair Nation­al Park.

Once we arrive at Cra­dle Moun­tain, the day takes two dif­fer­ent paths. Choose the expe­ri­ence that suits you.

  • Dis­cov­er more. Take it all in.

    Take in the icon­ic scenery of Dove Lake and Cra­dle Moun­tain with a more relaxed explo­ration of the park. Enjoy time at Dove Lake, dis­cov­er Glac­i­er Rock and the his­toric Boat Shed, and explore the Wald­heim and Weindorfer’s Rain­for­est area with your guide.

  • Step into the Wilderness.

    For those who want to immerse them­selves in the land­scape on foot, join your guide for the icon­ic 6 km Dove Lake Cir­cuit. Expe­ri­ence ancient rain­for­est, alpine lakeshores, dra­mat­ic moun­tain scenery and unique Tas­man­ian flo­ra and fau­na as you walk around one of Tasmania’s most cel­e­brat­ed landscapes.

    A good lev­el of fit­ness and some bush­walk­ing expe­ri­ence is rec­om­mend­ed for this option.

Devon­port Depar­ture is between Octo­ber and April.

  • Yes. Devonport is one of the most convenient places to start a Cradle Mountain day trip. The drive takes approximately 1½ hours each way, giving you plenty of time to explore the national park and return to Devonport the same day.

  • Absolutely. Cradle Mountain is one of Tasmania’s most spectacular natural attractions, and its relatively short distance from Devonport makes it ideal for a day tour. Highlights include Dove Lake, ancient rainforest, alpine scenery, historic Waldheim Chalet and opportunities to see wombats and other native wildlife.

  • A shared transfer or tour is generally the most economical option if you do not have a car. eGuide offers transport from Devonport on selected dates, allowing you to share the cost with other travellers. Private tours are also available for couples, families and small groups wanting greater flexibility.

  • Yes. eGuide provides shared transport and private tours from Devonport, so there is no need to hire a car. We can collect you from selected Devonport accommodation, the city centre or an agreed meeting point.

  • A day trip from Devonport provides enough time to experience the main highlights. However, staying for one or two nights is worthwhile if you would like to complete longer walks, experience the park early in the morning or increase your chances of seeing wildlife.

  • There is no regular public bus travelling directly from Devonport to Cradle Mountain. The easiest options are a shared eGuide transfer, a guided day tour, a private tour or a rental car.

  • Yes. Cradle Mountain has accommodation ranging from cabins and holiday-park facilities to comfortable hotels and luxury lodges. eGuide can provide one-way or return transport from Devonport, making an overnight visit possible without hiring a car.

  • Yes. Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park requires a valid Tasmanian National Parks Pass. Entry is included with some eGuide tours but may not be included with transport-only services, so check the details when booking. Your park entry also provides access to the internal Cradle Mountain shuttle buses during operating periods.

  • Allow at least four to five hours inside the national park if possible. This provides time to visit Dove Lake and Waldheim Chalet, enjoy a short walk and look for wildlife. Longer or more challenging walks require additional time and suitable weather conditions.

  • Cradle Mountain is beautiful throughout the year. Summer provides longer daylight hours, autumn brings colourful deciduous beech, winter can transform the landscape with snow, and spring offers wildflowers and flowing waterfalls. Alpine weather can change quickly in every season, so bring warm, waterproof clothing even when the forecast looks fine.

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