A Luxury Country & Nature Experience
Russell Falls Tour — Private Mt Field National Park Day Tour from Hobart
This private Russell Falls tour from Hobart takes you through ancient rainforest to Tasmania’s most beautiful waterfall, then deeper into the Derwent Valley’s rolling countryside, riverside towns, and country hospitality — a full day of nature, quietness, and the kind of beauty most visitors to Tasmania never find.
Luxury Comfort
Travel in style with modern, spacious vehicles designed for your comfort and relaxation.
Tasmanian Wilderness
Incredible natural beauty and waterfalls.
Curated Experiences
Enjoy handcrafted itineraries blending scenic exploration, fine dining, and cultural discovery.
Expert Local Guides
Be guided by passionate Tasmanians who bring each journey to life with insight.
Scenic Vineyards
Where Wilderness Meets Country Charm — Tasmania’s Best Waterfall Tour from Hobart
Most visitors to Tasmania head for the coast. This Russell Falls tour goes the other way — inland, through the Derwent Valley, into ancient rainforest, and out the other side into rolling farmland and quiet country townships that feel like stepping back fifty years.
Mt Field National Park — Tasmania’s oldest — is home to Russell Falls, a two-tiered cascade framed by towering tree ferns and moss-covered eucalypts. It’s one of the most accessible and beautiful waterfall walks in Australia, and the centrepiece of this private day trip from Hobart.
You’ll travel in a luxury Mercedes vehicle with your own Tasmanian driver-guide, stopping for riverside morning tea in New Norfolk, a gourmet country lunch featuring local produce, and the kind of scenic lookouts and quiet village corners that only a local guide would know. This mount field national park tour is designed to be unhurried, scenic, and rich with discoveries — ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and families.
Rainforest Air, Riverside Charm,
and Timeless Tasmanian Towns
Depart
Begin the Day With a Drive Into the Derwent Valley
Your driver-guide collects you from your Hobart accommodation at 9:00 AM. As you travel north-west into the Derwent Valley, the city gives way to hop fields, apple orchards, and wide-open farmland backed by distant mountain ridges. This is one of Tasmania’s oldest settled valleys — and one of its quietest.
Along the way, your guide brings the landscape to life with stories of early settlement, pioneering hydropower, and the farming families who’ve worked this land for generations. The drive from Hobart to Russell Falls is only about 90 minutes, but with your guide’s storytelling, the journey feels like part of the experience.
Discover
Walk Through Rainforest, Wander Through Villages
New Norfolk — Morning Tea by the River
Your first stop is New Norfolk — one of Tasmania’s oldest inland towns, nestled on a bend of the Derwent River. It’s known for its antique shops, heritage streetscapes, and a relaxed riverside pace. Enjoy a locally roasted coffee and a fresh pastry at a cafe overlooking the water, with time to browse a small gallery or heritage precinct if the mood strikes. New Norfolk is one of those places visitors mark as a highlight — and it’s a perfect warm-up for the rainforest ahead.
Russell Falls & Mt Field National Park
The heart of this Russell Falls tour: Mt Field National Park — Tasmania’s oldest national park, established in 1916, and home to some of the most accessible and impressive wilderness in the state.
A short, gentle walk (approximately 15 minutes each way) takes you beneath towering tree ferns, through moss-carpeted forest paths and ancient swamp gums to reach Russell Falls — a stunning two-tiered cascade framed by greenery and birdsong. The walk is flat, well-maintained, and fully wheelchair accessible — making it ideal for all ages and fitness levels.
For photographers, Russell Falls is one of Tasmania’s most rewarding subjects — the light filtering through the ferns creates an atmosphere that’s almost impossible to capture anywhere else. Your guide will help you find the best vantage points and timing.
Rural Townships & Scenic Stopovers
After lunch, the journey continues through the quiet heartland of Tasmania — small communities like Hamilton and Ouse where old stone churches sit beside sheep-grazing fields, and the pace of life hasn’t changed in decades. These are the things to do in Ouse Tasmania that nobody writes about in the guidebooks — a local craft shop, a roadside stall selling seasonal fruit, a scenic lookout that even most Tasmanians don’t know about.
Your guide picks the stops based on the season, the light, and your interests — every day on this route unfolds a little differently. If you’re travelling between Cradle Mountain and Hobart, this section of the route is one of the most scenic and rewarding things to do between Cradle Mountain and Hobart.
Taste
Country Hospitality & Seasonal Tasmanian Produce
Gourmet Country Lunch
Your midday stop is a relaxed two-course lunch at a locally loved venue — perhaps a riverside bistro in the Derwent Valley, a countryside inn with views over farmland, or a vineyard cafe where the wine is poured from vines you can see through the window.
Menus highlight Tasmanian produce: slow-cooked local meats, seasonal vegetables from nearby farms, and cool-climate wines from the region. It’s honest country food, served without pretension but with genuine care — exactly the kind of meal that defines this part of Tasmania.
Optional Afternoon Tea
If time and appetite allow on the return journey, your guide may suggest a final stop at a country bakery or farmgate cafe — a pot of tea, a slice of something freshly baked, and one last quiet moment before the road leads back to Hobart. These unplanned stops are often the ones guests remember most.
Return
Scenic Drive Home With Time to Reflect
The late afternoon drive follows the Derwent River back toward Hobart. As the sun begins to dip behind the hills, the light falls across orchards, lakes, and open pastures, a final glimpse of the Tasmania most visitors miss.
Expect to return to your accommodation by approximately 5:30 PM, having experienced a true taste of the island’s countryside, nature, and generous spirit.
This private Russell Falls tour from Hobart is for travellers seeking quiet beauty, ancient rainforest walks, and genuine country hospitality — all from the comfort of a luxury Mercedes vehicle and
the care of a passionate Tasmanian guide.
For a day of Tasmania’s convict heritage and coastal drama, explore our convict tour Tasmania — Richmond Village, Port Arthur, and the Tasman Peninsula in one day.
Or discover Tasmania’s iconic east coast with our East Coast Tasmania tour — Wineglass Bay, Bay of Fires, and the Great Eastern Drive.
For a food and wine focused day, our Bruny Island day tour from Hobart offers oysters, cheese, and premium wines on Tasmania’s wild south coast.
Wine lovers should also consider our Coal River Valley wineries tour — boutique cellar doors just 25 minutes from Hobart.”
Journey Essentials & Pricing
Quick Tour Summary
Inclusions:
- Luxury private transport in Mercedes V300d (up to 7 guests)
- Professional local driver-guide
- Entry to Mt Field National Park
- Morning tea in New Norfolk (locally roasted coffee and treat)
- Two-course gourmet country lunch
- Scenic drive through the Derwent Valley, Hamilton & Ouse
- Optional scenic or cultural stopovers
- Bottled water and onboard refreshments
- Flexible timing and personal pacing throughout
Pickup:
09:00 am from your Hobart accommodation.
Food:
Morning tea by the river, two-course country lunch featuring local produce, optional afternoon stop for sweets or cheese, and seasonal wines or cider available at select venues.
Notes:
Private tour: 2 guests min (plus driver)
- Duration: ~8 hours
- Distance: ~210 km
- Food & wine (including lunch) are purchased separately.
Pricing
Per Person
2 people
$450
3 people
$350
4 people
$350
5 people
$300
6 people
$300
7 people
$290
Ready to Discover Tasmania’s Quiet Beauty?
This is a day built for travellers who want more than a checklist — who want to walk among trees older than cities, sit down to a warm meal where the locals eat, and explore without rushing. With every valley view, forest path, and village corner, you’ll discover a side of Tasmania that’s simple, authentic, and deeply memorable.
It’s the sound of water falling through ancient rainforest.
The scent of woodsmoke curling from a country kitchen. The unhurried rhythm of life in places where the land still leads. This isn’t just a tour — it’s a gentle immersion into the soul of Tasmania.
Unforgettable Journeys
Ouse and Russell Falls Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Russell Falls Tour
What is included in the Russell Falls tour from Hobart?
The private Russell Falls tour includes luxury Mercedes transport, a professional local driver-guide, entry to Mt Field National Park, a guided rainforest walk to Russell Falls, morning tea in New Norfolk, a two-course gourmet country lunch, scenic drives through the Derwent Valley, Hamilton and Ouse, bottled water and onboard refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Hobart. Food and wine are purchased separately on the day.
How long is the Russell Falls and Mt Field day tour?
The Russell Falls and Mt Field National Park day tour runs for approximately 8 hours, departing your Hobart accommodation at 9am and returning by around 5:30pm. The total distance is approximately 210 kilometres. The pace is deliberately relaxed, with time for the rainforest walk, morning tea by the river in New Norfolk, a country lunch, and scenic stops through the Derwent Valley and historic townships.
Is Russell Falls worth visiting from Hobart?
Yes. Russell Falls is one of Tasmania’s most beautiful and accessible waterfalls, located inside Mt Field National Park — Tasmania’s oldest national park. The walk is short, flat, and suitable for all fitness levels, making it ideal for families and older travellers. Combined with the scenic Derwent Valley drive, morning tea in New Norfolk, and a gourmet country lunch, it makes for one of the most rewarding day trips from Hobart.
How far is Russell Falls from Hobart and can you visit in a day?
Russell Falls is approximately 90 kilometres north-west of Hobart, about a 1 hour and 15 minute drive through the scenic Derwent Valley. It is easily visited as a full-day trip from Hobart. A private tour is the most comfortable option, allowing you to combine Russell Falls and Mt Field National Park with morning tea in New Norfolk, a country lunch, and scenic stops through Hamilton and Ouse before returning to Hobart by late afternoon.
How much does the Russell Falls private tour cost per person?
Per-person pricing starts from $290 for 7 guests, $300 for 5–6 guests, $350 for 3–4 guests, and $450 for 2 guests — the more people in your group, the lower the per-person cost. A minimum of 2 guests is required. Mt Field National Park entry is included. Food and lunch are purchased separately on the day so you can choose what suits your preferences.
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