Bonorong Wildlife Park and Richmond Village Tour from Hobart

Feed kangaroos and watch Tasmanian devils in one afternoon

This afternoon tour from Hobart combines a guided visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary with free time in Richmond Village, a historic town with Australia's oldest church, jail and bridge. The tour includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and food pellets so you can hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies. A guide meets you along the way with commentary about the animals and enclosures.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Richmond Village1h
2. Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary1h · entry included

Explore Richmond and Bonorong Wildlife Park

• Explore historic Richmond village
• Visit oldest Catholic Church, jail, and bridge
• Shop at antique stores and eat local food
• Feed kangaroos and wallabies with pellets
• See koalas up close
• Watch Tasmanian devils feeding
• Listen to guide's informative commentary

The experience

The afternoon runs about four hours from your Hobart hotel pickup. You start in Richmond Village, where you have free time to wander the oldest Catholic church in Australia, the oldest jail, and the oldest bridge: all within walking distance of each other. The town has antique shops and eateries if you want to linger over lunch or browse before heading to the wildlife park.

At Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, you get food pellets to hand-feed the kangaroos and wallabies roaming the grounds. A guide meets you along the way with information about the animals and the enclosures. You walk among koalas and watch Tasmanian devils feed (the animals the park is known for) with the chance to get close enough to see them clearly without barriers between you and the enclosure.

The air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from selected Hobart hotels and brings you back at the end of the afternoon, so you don't arrange transport yourself.

What’s included

• English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
• food pellets to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies.
• Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary entry.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 13:00

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (4 to 14 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 48

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideSpanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 36 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Experience Tasmania Gray Line Day Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guide to handle transport between Richmond's colonial sites and the wildlife park in one afternoon, rather than driving yourself between locations.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 14 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What animals can I hand-feed at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary?

You can hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies using the food pellets provided with your tour. The sanctuary also has koalas you can see up close and Tasmanian devils you can watch while they feed.

How much free time do I have in Richmond Village?

The itinerary gives you free time to explore Richmond Village on your own, so you can visit the historic church, jail and bridge at your own pace, or spend time in the antique shops and cafes.

Is hotel pickup included in this tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected Hobart hotels. The air-conditioned vehicle collects you and returns you at the end of the afternoon.

What is the Tasmanian Devil experience like at Bonorong?

You watch the Tasmanian devils feed in their enclosure with a guide present to explain their behavior and answer questions. It's an observation experience rather than a hands-on interaction.

Do I need to be fit or active for this tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.