ULVERSTONE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Burnie’s Coastal Delights: Whisky, Waterfalls and Fern-Glade Strolls
A fully guided, 6-hour Burnie sightseeing tour that pairs coastal lookouts and nature walks with local gourmet tastings—this guide explains the route, stops and practical details.
Burnie’s Coastal Delights: Whisky, Waterfalls and Fern-Glade Strolls.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Burnie on a fully guided, pre-organized sightseeing tour that combines coastal panoramas, forested river walks and local gourmet tastings. Guests travel in a modern small shuttle around the Tasmanian coast and inland to iconic stops such as Campbell’s Lookout, Guide Falls, Hellyer’s Road Whisky Distillery and the fern-clad banks of the Emu River at Fernglade Reserve.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Coastal Lookouts and Seaside Towns
The route follows the coastline past seaside towns including Sulphur Creek, Preservation Bay, Penguin and Ulverstone, with a scenic stop at Campbell’s Lookout for wide views over the coastal city of Burnie.
Hellyer’s Road Whisky and Local Gourmet Tastings
The tour includes a visit to Hellyer’s Road Whisky Distillery—known for award-winning single malts and other spirits—and offers curated opportunities to sample locally produced gourmet food and beverages.
Fern Glades, Waterfalls and the Elusive Platypus
Walk among towering fern trees along the Emu River in Fernglade Reserve, visit Guide Falls and pause at Hiscutt Park in Penguin—each offers wildlife-spotting opportunities, with the rare platypus known to surface along the riverbanks.
What the day feels like
What to Expect
Over six hours you’ll be driven in a comfortable, small-capacity shuttle around Burnie’s coastline and into the hinterland. The itinerary blends short walks, lookout stops and tasting visits with time for morning tea and photography, moving between coastal viewpoints, a waterfall viewing platform reached by steps, a whisky distillery visit and a fern reserve walk along the Emu River.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this outing — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided sightseeing experience runs for approximately 6 hours.
Meet & Greet is at the Information Centre; Coastline Tours Tasmania boards guests at that location and provides shuttle transfer directly from the ship when applicable.
Bring appropriate clothing and footwear for all seasons—Tasmanian weather can change during the day despite appearances.
The tour is conducted in a modern, accommodating small shuttle (an 11-seater van) and includes multiple short stops along the coast and inland.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Coastal Delights tour last?
The guided tour lasts approximately 6 hours.
Where do I meet the tour and how do I get there from the ship?
Meet & Greet is at the Information Centre; Coastline Tours Tasmania will transport guests in a shuttle bus directly from the ship to the meeting point.
Are there age or accessibility limits?
The tour is suitable for ages 6 and up; some stops include steps and short walks, such as the viewing platform at Guide Falls.
What are the main sights on the itinerary?
Key stops include Campbell’s Lookout, Guide Falls, Hellyer’s Road Whisky Distillery, Fernglade Reserve along the Emu River, and coastal towns such as Sulphur Creek, Preservation Bay, Penguin and Ulverstone, with a morning-tea stop at Hiscutt Park in Penguin.
Is tasting at the whisky distillery included?
The visit to Hellyer’s Road Whisky Distillery includes the opportunity to see the distillery and optional tastings of whiskies, vodkas and liqueurs.
What should I pack for the day?
Pack layered clothing and suitable footwear for variable Tasmanian weather; even if it appears warm, conditions can change during the day.