Highlights:

• Learning to see what’s hidden: It’s easy to walk right past a platypus without knowing it. We’ll show you how to “read” the water and spot the subtle clues that tell us someone is home.
• Real-world stories: We’ll share what we’ve learned from the many hours with platypuses in the wild.
• Small Groups, Wild Discoveries: Groups are limited to just 8 people. This keeps the noise down and gives us a chance to chat properly.
• More than just a tour: Your ticket does more than buy a walk. It directly funds our ongoing conservation, rescue, and advocacy work.

Important Details & What to Expect

• Minimum Age: This walk is best suited for ages 12 and up to ensure everyone has the patience and quiet needed to spot wildlife over two hours.
• Distance & Walking Surface: The out and back guided walk is 2.4km in total, mostly on dirt paths and grassy banks. Please wear enclosed walking shoes – sneakers or boots are fine.
• Hobart Weather: We walk rain, hail or shine. Hobart weather changes fast, so please check the forecast beforehand, and bring a warm and waterproof layers just in case.
• Meeting Point: We meet at the ‘Can you spot a Platypus?’ sign, located at the Boulder Trap pond, Cascade Gardens
• Parking: Free car parking is available both in the gardens and in the streets nearby.
• Toilets: There are toilets in Cascade Gardens.
• Hangry Time! We suggest having a snack beforehand or bringing something along.

The “Platypus Promise” (Sightings Policy)

Platypus run to a schedule, it’s just not a human one! While we use every bit of our tracking experience to locate platypus, nature doesn’t always play along.

If we don’t see a platypus you’ll receive a “Second Chance” voucher. It’s lets you join another scheduled walk for free so we can try again. ( Please note: We don’t offer cash refunds for non-sightings).

Changes & Cancellations

Need to cancel? Life happens! You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours before we start. To help us cover non-refundable transaction fees, we retain a small 10% fee on these refunds.

And if we cancel? If extreme weather or surprises pop up, we’ll reach out via text or email at least 2 hours before your booking. You’ll be able to choose between a full refund or a priority spot on a different day.

Private Tours

Can’t find a tour on the date that suits you? We’re happy to run private guided walks ($300 for up to four people). Contact [email protected].