Itinerary
Day 1: HOBART > STRAHAN
Stop At: Mount Field National Park, Mount Field National Park, Tasmania
Today we will drive through the Western Wilds. We’ll walk among some of the world’s tallest trees and see the beautiful Russell Falls at Mount Field National Park.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Tasmania Australia
We’ll visit the expansive Lake St Clair, Australia’s deepest freshwater lake. Here you'll enjoy lunch and a wander along the short tracks by the lake.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, Lyell Highway Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, Strahan, Tasmania 7001 Australia
The drive through the Franklin-Gordon National Park offers pristine rainforest and mountain scenery. We typically stop at Nelson Falls and Franklin River to learn about the history and environment of this wild part of Tasmania.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Queenstown, Queenstown, Tasmania
You’ll enjoy the rugged scenery around the old mining town of Queenstown. Your guide will tell you tales of early European history that visibly shaped the region.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Strahan, Strahan, Tasmania
We overnight in the harbourside and very lovely town of Strahan which sits on Macquarie Harbour and gateway to the World Heritage rainforests.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Strahan Retreat (hostel accommodation options) or Motel Strahan (Motel accommodation options).
Day 2: WILD WEST COAST
Stop At: Montezuma Falls, Tasmania Australia
The untouched wilderness of Tasmania’s West Coast is today’s playground. In the Tarkine rainforest we’ll walk to Tasmania’s highest waterfall, Montezuma Falls, around a 3 hour return trip along an abandoned tramway which has been reclaimed by rainforest. Enjoy lunch at the falls before returning the same route. Please note, today you have the option of the Gordon River Cruise which you would do instead of this waterfall walk and Henty Dunes. You will rejoin your group for Ocean Beach if you choose this option (extra cost). Your guide will explain it all!
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Henty Dunes, Strahan, Tasmania 7468 Australia
We'll climb up the dunes and see their expansive range close to the West Coast.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ocean Beach, Strahan, Tasmania Australia
Take in the cleanest air in the world at the wild and rugged Ocean Beach.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Strahan Retreat (hostel accommodation options) or Motel Strahan (Motel accommodation options).
Day 3: CRADLE MOUNTAIN > LAUNCESTON
Stop At: Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Tasmania Australia
At the alpine and glacial carved World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain National Park, choose a walk to suit your fitness. The Dove Lake circuit is one of the best short walks in Australia, while the walk to Marion’s Lookout is more challenging but offers incredible alpine views. We'll also look for wombats at Ronny Creek.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Sheffield, Sheffield, Tasmania
On our way to Launceston we'll stop at the Town of Murals, Sheffield, to see the colourful artisic impressions of local life.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Launceston, Launceston, Tasmania
We'll stay the night in one of Australia's oldest cities, Launceston. Many guests enjoy a night out at a local pub.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at TRC Hotel (Hostel accommodation options) and The Penny Royal (Motel accommodation options)
Day 4: LAUNCESTON > BICHENO VIA BAY OF FIRES
Stop At: Cataract Gorge Reserve, Launceston, Tasmania Australia
Enjoy a short walk in this nature reserve that lies along the South Esk River, right in the city! Look for wallabies and peacocks as you enjoy the natural surroundings.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: St Helens, St Helens, Break O'Day, Tasmania
Enjoy lunch in this fishing town on the East Coast.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bay of Fires, Bay of Fires, Tasmania
Walk along the white sands of the magical larapuna/ Bay of Fires. We’ll take our time to savour the coastal views with turqouise waters and lichen clad orange boulders. It is an important area for palawa people.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bicheno, Bicheno, Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Tasmania
Tasmania's favourite local beach town, Bicheno is our home for tonight. It is also home to the little penquin which burrows in the shores and returns from the sea at night time.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Bicheno Backpackers (Hostel accommodation options) and Beachfront Bicheno (Motel accommodation options)
Day 5: FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK
Stop At: Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay Road, Coles Bay, Freycinet, Tasmania 7215 Australia
Freycinet is Tasmania’s most famous coastal National Park, and today you’ll explore its beaches, forests, coves, and lookouts. See the pink granite Hazards mountain range from tranquil Honeymoon Bay. Then, you may be keen for a challenging climb to the summit of Mt Amos. Alternatively, you may prefer to walk to the lookout to view the curved white sands of Wineglass Bay and continue to the beach below. Finally, we’ll take in the stunning ocean and mountain views from Cape Tourville before returning to Hobart via the Great Eastern Drive.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Hobart, Hobart, Greater Hobart, Tasmania
Enjoy the night exploring the nightlife of Hobart. You may wish to walk along the historic waterfront and explore the Salamanca region or head up to the lively restaurants and bars by North Hobart.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at YHA Central Hobart (Hostel accommodation options) or Travelodge Hobart (Motel accommodation options)
Day 6: TASMANIAN DEVILS, RICHMOND & WELLINGTON PARK
Stop At: Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, 593 Briggs Rd, Brighton, Tasmania 7030 Australia
Bonorong is Tasmania’s best-known conservation and wildlife sanctuary. Here we’ll meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Richmond, Richmond, Yarra, Greater Melbourne, Victoria
We'll grab lunch and take our time to explore Richmond including RIchmond Bridge and walk amongst the colonial village's treelined streets and heritage buildings.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wellington Park, Wellington Park, Greater Hobart, Tasmania
Known locally as “The Mountain” or by its palawa name, kunanyi. Here our guide will provide an experience which explores its diverse features such as fern glades, eucalyptus forests, dramatic rock columns and boulder fields. There are superb walking tracks to spectacular lookouts. This is our final experience together as our tour comes to an end.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Traveler pickup is offered
Pick ups are provided from a selection of locations in central Hobart. Please review the pick up list and establish the closest pick up location to where you are staying.
07:30 AM
6 days(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Gender is required at time of booking
Minimum age is 8 years, travellers aged between 8-16 will need to travel with a guardian.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
