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Join the Day Keeper Tour at Cradle Mountain, Tasmania
Wander at your own pace through the Devils@Cradle sanctuary and watch these remarkable animals’ daytime habits-sleeping in their dens, sun-baking, play fighting or fossicking for food-while an experienced guide leads one of the day keeper tours to give you deeper insight into the Devils@Cradle conservation programs; visiting here in Cradle Mountain, Tasmania lets you get up close to the animals, learn from knowledgeable staff, and enjoy a relaxed, informative wildlife experience that complements your stay and activities in the area.
About this activity in Cradle Mountain
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Wander the sanctuary at your own pace to observe Tasmanian devils' daytime behaviour - from sun‑baking to play fighting - in the Cradle Mountain region.
- Join a day keeper tour led by an experienced guide for close-up viewing and an insider’s look at Devils@Cradle conservation work.
- See animals engaging in natural activities such as sleeping in dens and fossicking for food in their protected habitat.
- Enjoy a largely outdoor experience that brings you face-to-face with one of Tasmania’s most extraordinary native species.
Important Information
- Tours give you detailed interpretation of the sanctuary and its conservation programs - ideal for nature and wildlife enthusiasts visiting Cradle Mountain, Tasmania.
- The experience involves a small amount of walking and some uneven surfaces; dress for the weather and terrain when you visit the area.
- Photography is welcome, so bring a camera to capture close-up moments during the guided sections of the visit.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; the activity is family-friendly and suitable for a range of fitness levels.
Meeting Point
As you arrive, check in at the sanctuary’s main entrance/visitor area where guides will gather participants for the day keeper tour.
Includes
- Local guide included - benefit from expert-led experiences in the Cradle Mountain area to deepen your visit
- Free onsite parking available for visitors, making it easy to drive to the sanctuary and nearby trails
Excludes
- No hotel pickup or drop-off provided - you must make your own way to devils@cradle
Other
- Wheelchair accessible - the site offers accessible access in the sanctuary and facilities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, so you can bring the whole family
- Service animals are welcome to accompany you around the grounds
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, making this a great option for mixed-ability groups
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times for safety
- A small amount of walking is involved with some uneven surfaces present within the sanctuary - wear sensible footwear
- Operates in all weather conditions and a large portion is outdoors; dress appropriately for the Cradle Mountain climate
- Photography is welcome - capture wildlife and scenery during your visit to the area
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
A fantastic way to get up close and personal with Tassie Devils, and really informative. We had the extra bonus of it snowing throughout our tour - truly magical. Exceptional value for money, highly recommend!
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Summary:
This place/ tour was fantastic- well above my expectations! The place itself was well set-out with many Devils and Quolls able to be viewed and active. But apart from this, I am so glad I decided to do the Keeper tour - he was so knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. I learnt so much and highly recommend this experience!
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Summary:
Had an awesome couple of hours. We did the keepers tour. The keepers have incredible knowledge and great passion for the animals. They only have quolls, Tasmania devils and wombats but they have a lot and you will be able get up close to these animals. A great way to support their work.
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Know more about Cradle Mountain
On a day keeper tour you’ll be led by an experienced guide through the sanctuary to observe Tasmanian devils’ daytime habits - sleeping in dens, sun-baking, play fighting or fossicking for food - while your guide explains the Devils@Cradle conservation programs and gives you the chance to view these extraordinary animals up close.
You’ll experience close-up wildlife viewing of Tasmanian devils and learn about their behaviour and conservation. The sanctuary offers an outdoor, nature-focused environment where you can observe animals’ daytime routines and gain greater understanding of the species and the programs that protect them.
Photography is welcome and the sanctuary operates in all weather conditions. Because a large portion of the experience is outdoors, you should dress for the elements to make the most of your wildlife viewing.
Yes - the sanctuary is family-friendly and suitable for children, though children must be accompanied by an adult. You can expect a small amount of walking and some uneven surfaces as you wander through the outdoor areas, and prams or strollers are allowed for infants and small children.
The sanctuary is wheelchair accessible and provides free onsite parking for visitors. Note that a small amount of walking is involved and some surfaces are uneven, so dress appropriately for largely outdoor conditions.
Guests are required to make their own way to devils@cradle; hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. The sanctuary does offer free onsite parking if you’re driving to the location.
