Description

The Russell Falls, a tiered cascade waterfall on the Russell Falls Creek, is located in the Central Highlands region of Tasmania, Australia. The Russell Falls are situated on the eastern boundary of Mount Field National Park, 100 metres (330 ft) downstream of the Horseshoe Falls, approximately 70 kilometres (43 mi) northwest of Hobart via the Brooker and Lyell highways. Accessible by a paved walking track, the falls are a popular tourist attraction. The waterfall descends over horizontal marine Permian siltstone benches, while the vertical faces of the falls are composed of resistant sandstone layers.

They were first named the Brownings Falls after the original discoverer, circa1856, but were known as the Russell Falls after 1884, by which time they were already a popular tourist attraction. The Falls Reserve was established in 1885 and in 1899 the Russell Falls were selected as one of eight images to be used on a set of pictorial postage stamps, aimed at promoting the then colony's growing tourist industry.

Immerse yourself in wilderness, waterfalls and wildlife on this amazing tour to the pristine rainforest of Mt Field National Park. Heading north-west from Hobart along the beautiful Derwent Valley, enjoy sights of native birds and quaint towns. Travel through dense rainforest fern glades and experience the stunning Russell Falls located in the Mt Field National Park. Take a stroll beneath the huge fronds of the forest canopy before time for lunch (own expense) at the Waterfalls Cafe and return journey to Hobart.

Other Information

Operates:
Daily (except Christmas day)
Departs: 9.00am from Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre Hobart
Returns: 4.00pm

Fare includes:

• Admission to Salmon Ponds with morning tea and entry to Mt Field National Park
• Seat In Coach transport with Indonesia/Malay/English commentary by our driver guide
• Free Wi-Fi onboard  

Note:

• Please bring a jacket, comfortable walking shoes and of course your camera!
• This tour is based on minimum 4 adults departure, if less than this we may join you with our other coach share partner (English commentary) at no extra cost (program may vary slightly)
• This tour is based on Seat In Coach (SIC) transportation which is not private charter vehicle

Children Policy:

1. Children aged 3 years and up to 11 years must pay child price
2. Adultprice apply to persons 12 years and over.
3. Children 2 years and under are free if not occupying a seat (ie, must sit in parent's/carer's lap at own risk). If a seat is required, child fare applies.

Pick Up Locations:

1. Please wait outside the building of your chosen meeting point 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
2. Pick up times may vary depending on traffic.
3. If your pick up location is not on the list please choose the nearest location to you or you may contact us latest 48 hours prior to arrange a special pick up for you.