Forestier Peninsula Ride & Dine

 
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Overview

Escape Hobart for a full-day guided mountain bike adventure on the spectacular Forestier Peninsula.

Explore a remarkable 4,000-hectare private estate with your local guide, riding easy cross-country trails through rolling farmland, native forest, secluded beaches and dramatic coastline.

Choose from three scenic rides, each showcasing the region's rich history, abundant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

Along the way, look out for wombats, wallabies, Wedge-tailed Eagles and White-bellied Sea Eagles.

After your ride, unwind at the award-winning Bangor Vineyard Shed with exceptional cool-climate wines, locally sourced produce and stunning views before returning to Hobart in the late afternoon.

Duration: Full day
Location: 20 Blackman Bay Road Dunalley, Tasmania AU 7177
Group size: Maximum 10 people

Itinerary

Your day begins with a 75 minute scenic transfer from Hobart to the Forestier Peninsula, home to a remarkable 4,000-hectare private estate owned by the Dunbabin family, a seventh-generation Tasmanian farming family.

After being fitted to your premium mountain bike (regular or electric), you'll join your local guide and explore a network of easy cross-country trails through a diverse landscape of rolling farmland, native bush, beach, forest, and dramatic coastline.

Ride Options

Abel Tasman Monument Ride

11km, cross country trail
Follow a scenic trail to the Abel Tasman Monument, marking Dutch explorer Abel Tasman's historic landing at nearby Tasman Bay in 1642.

Lagoon Bay Ride

12km
cross country trail
Ride through coastal bushland to the pristine shores of Lagoon Beach and continue to the rugged headland of Cape Frederick Hendrick, where sweeping ocean views await.

Blackmans Bay Ride

15km coastal farm track
This scenic coastal ride follows a quiet dirt road along the shores of Blackmans Bay, winding past grazing paddocks, tranquil wetlands, native forest, button grass plains and historic farm sheds. .

After Your Ride

Unwind at the beautiful Bangor Vineyard Shed. Set amongst rolling vineyards with views across the D'Entrecasteaux Channel, this award-winning cellar door and restaurant is the perfect place to relax and recharge. Enjoy Bangor's exceptional cool-climate wines and locally sourced produce before returning to Hobart in the late afternoon.

Highlights

  • Scenic guided ride on a private 4,000-hectare Tasmanian coastal estate
  • The Forestier Peninsula is renowned for its rich wildlife and you'll have plenty of opportunities to spot wombats, wallabies, Wedge-tailed Eagles and White-bellied Sea Eagles.
  • Choice of three cross-country rides through beaches, bushland and farmland
  • Premium dual suspension mountain bike (regular or e-bike)
  • Hobart transfers included
  • Finish with wine, local produce and stunning views at Bangor Vineyard Shed

Experience one of Hobart's most spectacular and accessible bike adventures.Start with a shuttle to the summit of Mt Wellington, 1270m above sea level. Enjoy spectacular 360-degree views across the state, before a thrilling 6km mountain road descent with more incredible vistas over the city and southern peninsula.The adventure continues with an 12km rainforest ride descending the historic Pipeline Track, lead by one of our expert local guides.Roll past towering eucalyptus, giant tree ferns, waterfalls, wildlife, and historic aqueducts.This ride is one of the best ways to experience Mt Wellington's stunning vistas, landscapes, and rainforest. Book Now

Skill level & fitness

  • Skill level: Easy | Green | Grade 1
  • Riders should be comfortable on a bike with good basic bike handling skills
  • The rainforest trail is an easy-going, well maintained gravel track, with gentle gradients.
  • Fitness level: Basic (it's downhill all the way!)

<h2What's included

  • Quality mountain bike with front suspension, disc brakes, and dropper seat
  • Riding helmet and gloves
  • Shuttle to the summit of Mt Wellington
  • Ride with an experienced local guide

Itinerary

  • Meet at our South Hobart shop for tour briefing, bike fitting, receive helmet, and gloves
  • Hop in our shuttle for a 30 minute drive to the summit of Mt Wellington
  • 15 minute walkabout at the summit
  • After soaking up the epic views, get on your bike and ride 6km down the summit road.
  • Then, a second shuttle transports the group (20 minute drive) to the southern side of the mountain, where the guided rainforest ride begins.
  • The rainforest ride gently descends 12km along a spectacular forest trail, called the Pipeline Track.
  • Guided ride finishes back at our South Hobart shop.
  • Allow approximately 4 hours for the complete experience.

Highlights

  • Spectacular views at the summit and on the mountain road descent
  • In the rainforest: giant ferns, water features, incredible trees, historic aqueducts
  • Curious wildlife: wallabies, pademelons, wedge-tailed eagles, turbo chooks, & lyrebirds
  • Ride with an experienced local guide
  • Our guides share interesting facts and stories about life on the mountain, the history, and its native plants and animals
  • Total ride distance is 19km, and it's downhill all the way, how good is that!
  • Quality mountain bike, front suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, 12-speed, and remote dropper seat.