Mt Wellington / kunanyi

On a clear day, the views from Mt Wellington are absolutely stunning. In winter, you may even find yourself playing in the snow. Whatever the season, it’s well worth taking the opportunity to visit the iconic mountain, traditionally known as kunanyi in the Palawa Kani language.
As we travel upward, we pass through several ecosystems and gradually experience the harsh alpine environment of the summit. Along the way, you will see St David’s Park and the beautiful Cascade Valley, home to the Cascade Brewery and its surrounding gardens.
You will also have the chance to view the impressive Organ Pipes, a massive natural rock formation. Once at the summit, you’ll encounter a rugged alpine landscape that offers unsurpassed panoramic views of Hobart, its suburbs, and the vast waterways of the Derwent River. Additionally, there is an option to walk around and view the exterior of the Cascade Brewery.
After descending the mountain, we continue past the exterior ruins of the Cascades Female Factory, a former female convict prison, before heading toward our n