What type of pass do I need?
Q: I am a Tasmanian resident who travels regularly to national parks with my family.
A: You should consider the Annual or Two Yearly parks pass. Each of these passes allows for up to
four vehicles (car, boat, motor bike, plane) to be listed against the pass as long as they are all
registered to the Pass holder. These passes allow access into all National Parks for a period of either
1 or 2 years (depending on the type purchased) as well as access on the shuttle bus at Cradle
Mountain. These are the most economical passes for Tasmanian residents who travel into the parks
regularly. You will receive a pass card and vehicle stickers if purchasing over the counter at one of
the national park visitor centres, Service Tasmania or visitor information centres or if purchased
online you will receive a voucher in your email inbox to place on the dash of your vehicle until your
pass card and vehicle stickers are posted to you (generally within 10 working days). A 20%
concession rate is applicable for holders of a current pension, healthcare or seniors card
Q: My family is visiting Tasmania for 4 weeks over the summer. What is the most economical
pass for us?
A: The Holiday Vehicle Pass is the best option for you. This pass will cover your vehicle AND up to
eight people for a period of up to 8 weeks from the date of entry into Tasmania. It allows access
into all national parks in Tasmania as well as the shuttle bus at Cradle Mountain from the Visitor
Centre to Dove Lake. You do not need to pay any extra for the people in the vehicle using this pass.
Q: I am a backpacker doing a tour of Tasmania and intend to enter many parks during my stay. Is
the Holiday Person Pass the best option?
A: Yes. The Holiday Person Pass will cover you for a period of up to 8 weeks from the date of entry
into Tasmania. It allows access into all national parks in Tasmania as well as the shuttle bus at Cradle
Mountain from the Visitor Centre to Dove Lake. This pass is also valid for motor bike riders and
bicycle riders.
Q: My wife and I are riding a motor bike around Tassie. Which pass do we buy?
A: In this case you should purchase the Holiday Vehicle Pass as it will cover the bike and both riders
for a period of up to 8 weeks from the date of entry into Tasmania. It allows access into all national
parks in Tasmania as well as the shuttle bus at Cradle Mountain from the Visitor Centre to Dove
Lake. You do not need to pay any extra for the passengers in the vehicle using this pass.
Q: I only travel to Freycinet regularly. Is there a pass that covers just one national park?
A: If you only travel to one national park you may think about purchasing the Annual One Park Pass.
You can nominate the national park you wish to visit and pay a reduced price (in comparison to the
All Parks passes). This pass will only be valid for the national park you have nominated. You may list
up to 4 vehicles (car, boat, motor bike, plane). You will receive a pass card and vehicle stickers if
purchasing over the counter at one of the national park visitor centres, Service Tasmania or visitor
information centres or if purchased online you will receive a voucher in your email inbox to place on
the dash of your vehicle until your pass card and vehicle stickers are posted to you (generally within
10 working days). ). A 20% concession rate is applicable for holders of a current pension,
healthcare or seniors card.
Q: I only want to travel into a park for a picnic – what are my options?
A: If you are only in a national park for one day there are two options – the Day Vehicle Pass which
covers the vehicle and up to 8 people for a maximum of 24 hours from the time of purchase.
If you are on a motor bike or bicycle or transported by public transport (bus or taxi) your option is
the Day Person Pass which is valid for a maximum of 24 hours from the time of purchase. Please
note: this pass does not cover Cradle Mountain
Q: I want to travel to Cradle Mountain just for 1 day – what pass do I need?
A: You will need to purchase the Cradle Mountain Day Pass. Conditions are as noted above –
however, the cost is slightly higher to allow for access onto the shuttle bus from Cradle Mountain
Visitor Centre to Dove Lake. All visitors to Dove Lake are asked to use the shuttle bus as there is
limited parking at Dove Lake.
All passes above relate to entry into National Parks only. Camping and tour fees may apply as
necessary