Time: Three tours of 35 – 40 minutes will take place at the following times:
2 – 2.40 pm
2.40 – 3.20 pm
3.20 – 4 pm
Cost: Free to attend; limited to 20 people per tour
Attendees will visit the CSIRO Australian National Algae Culture Collection. The algae collection is a unique resource of Australian biodiversity, containing living cultures of marine and freshwater species from most microalgal classes. Our strains have been sourced from tropical Australia to Antarctica.
Subject to prevailing COVID-19 access protocols managed by CSIRO, interested delegates need to approve that their registration details will be passed on to CSIRO. Furthermore, delegates will be subject to Tasmanian State Government COVID-19 regulations and restrictions.
Attendees will make their own way to and from CSIRO which is located at Castray Esplanade, Battery Point.
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Cost: $38pp AUD
Departure: Hotel Grand Chancellor
Concludes: Salamanca Place
This is an extensive walking tour including the historic Hunter St, Hobart waterfront, significant city locations & Salamanca Place. It features wonderful stories about the hard working convicts, explorers, entrepreneurs, villains and heroes of this convict-built city. Hobart’s waterfront was where it all started for Europeans in Tasmania. This tour follows the waterfront, and a couple of blocks into town, from the historic Henry Jones IXL jam factory to Australia’s only Georgian corner, and on through town to beautiful Salamanca, taking in the wonders of an historic city, with well-preserved Georgian and Victorian architecture.
Some of the locations will overlap with the morning walks but this is a much more in-depth tour.
Please note: This tour requires minimum numbers to be registered by the close of early bird to proceed.
PLEASE NOTE: As minimum numbers were not met for a private tour, delegates will join a public tour. If you have not already booked, contact www.pennicottjourneys.com.au to book direct, subject to availability.
Time: 13:45 – 16:30 (please be at the booking centre to check in at 13:45)
Cost: $135pp AUD
Departure: Please arrive at Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre | Franklin Wharf no later than 1:45pm
Return: Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre | Franklin Wharf
Iron Pot Cruises is a 2½ hour cruise exploring the renowned waterways that influence Hobart’s lifestyle. Visit Australia’s oldest lighthouse, circumnavigate Betsey Island and discover the city’s rich maritime past.
Cruising down the Derwent River you’ll pass historic Battery Point, now one of Tasmania’s premium residential addresses. You’ll see well-known landmarks like the iconic Wrest Point Casino and the Shot Tower. Further south, you’ll truly appreciate the scale of Mount Wellington as it towers over the city.
Arrive at the Iron Pot, Australia’s oldest lighthouse, and be immersed in the fascinating history as your guide shares stories of Hobart’s early settlement.
Please note: this tour requires minimum numbers to be registered by close of early bird to proceed as a private tour. If numbers are not met, you will join a public tour, subject to availability.
PLEASE NOTE: As minimum numbers were not met for a private tour, delegates will join a public tour. If you have not already booked, contact www.pennicottjourneys.com.au to book direct, subject to availability.
Time: 07:15 – 17:30/18:00 (7:15 am sharp departure – booking centre opens at 7 am)
Cost: $210pp AUD
Departure: Pennicott Wilderness Journey’s Booking Centre | Franklin Wharf
Return: Hotel Grand Chancellor
Bruny Island Traveller is a full day tour from Hobart. Taste your way across Bruny Island, visiting some of our renowned artisan producers on an all inclusive gourmet wilderness adventure whilst discovering the spectacular scenery and cultural heritage of Tasmania’s favourite island.
Be prepared for a delicious day out where you will enjoy award winning cheeses, premium wines and beer, freshly shucked oysters, handcrafted fudge, local honey and a delicious lunch at Pennicott’s beachside restaurant with sweeping views of Adventure Bay.
Please note: this tour requires minimum numbers to be registered by close of early bird to proceed as a private tour. If numbers are not met, you will join a public tour, subject to availability.
Time: 07:30 – 18:00
Cost: $280pp AUD
Departure: Buses will pick you up from the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart and depart at 7:30am
Return: Hotel Grand Chancellor
This is the ultimate Tasman Peninsula day tour. Your day includes return guided bus tour from Hobart, our award-winning 3 Hour Cruise, morning tea and lunch as part of three hours at the Port Arthur Historic Site.
Please note: this tour requires minimum numbers to be registered by close of early bird to proceed as a private tour. If numbers are not met, you will join a public tour, subject to availability.
Time: 11:45 – 15:20
Cost: $85pp AUD
Departure: Hobart Grand Chancellor
Return: Hobart Grand Chancellor
Bonorong is a sanctuary for wildlife run by a passionate team of like-minded people. We’re a social enterprise: a little business with a big heart. The skills and funds generated through the Sanctuary allow us to proactively address problems in our surrounding environment and communities.
A visit to Bonorong is a chance to come closer than ever to something wild and fragile. You’ll come face to face with animals that became extinct long ago in other parts of Australia – The same animals we’re working hard to protect now.
The tour includes return transfers, private tour, lunch (drinks purchased separately) and a time to enjoy the centre at leisure.
Please note: this tour requires minimum numbers to be registered by close of early bird to proceed.
Time: Group 1 – 006:45 – 16:30 (approx)
Group 2 – 10:00 – 20:00 (approx)
Cost: $370 AUD. The price includes transfers (approx 1 hour 15 minutes journey) packed lunch, 2 dives at different sites and full gear hire. Numbers are limited.
Departure: Hotel Grand Chancellor
Return: Hotel Grand Chancellor
We can offer you a great diversity of world-class scuba diving sites in this area, including the famous Cathedral Cave, the historic wreck SS “Nord”, or the magical sponge garden at Sisters’ rocks. Come and dive with very playful Fur Seals or meet the bizarre Weedy Seadragon. We have sites suitable for divers of all levels of experience from novice to technical.
Our staff, several of whom are marine biologists, have extensive local knowledge from thousands of hours spent diving around the Tasmanian coast, and include professional underwater photographers and videographers.
Please note: This tour requires minimum numbers to be registered by close of early bird to proceed.
Time: 08:30 – 16:30
Cost: $220pp AUD
Departure: Hobart Grand Chancellor – 08:30am pick up
Return: Hobart Grand Chancellor – 16:30pm drop-off
Duration: Approx. 8 hours
Immerse yourself in the ecology of an ancient Tasmanian forest with palaeobotanist and Tasmanian flora expert Professor Greg Jordan. Our bus will pick you up and take you to glorious Mount Field National Park, where Greg will guide you through what he calls his “backyard,” as you walk amongst some of the world’s tallest eucalypt forest and towering tree ferns, as well as a unique array of alpine vegetation. You’ll learn about the fascinating concept of palaeoendemics and view examples of some spectacularly ancient and rare plants along the way. You’re likely to spot wallabies, wombats, and even echidnas. After the walk, enjoy a beautiful picnic lunch of local Tasmanian produce, before returning to Hobart. Price includes transport, lunch, and park entry fees.
