10 Day Active Adventure Tour Tasmania - Departs Launceston
10 Days Out
Adults $1,660.00
Description
This tour starts and finishes in Launceston. If you really want to discover Tasmania, we recommend this 10 Day tour. Start by taking in Tasmania's wild and rugged west coast and then explore Tassie’s scenic, sunny east coast. Stay away from the crowds, enjoy a hike and relax with a roast dinner in front of the campfire...
This tour takes you on a full circuit of Tasmania, beginning Tasmania’s wild and remote west coast. We aim to stay away from the crowds, from camping in the bush to sleeping beside the ocean under the stars. Enjoy bushwalks through Cradle Mountain, the Tarkine and Lake St Clair. Cross the west coast’s Pieman River at Corinna, a remote settlement and camp beside the Southern Ocean. Marvel at Tasmania’s tallest waterfall, Montezuma Falls and glow-worms of Marakoopa, drive through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Visit some of Australia’s tallest trees in the Styx Valley.
Then the second half of the tour takes us through the beaches forests and mountains of Tasmania’s scenic east coast. In the first four days we will visit the Tasman Peninsula and its giant sea cliffs, Freycinet Peninsula where we’ll climb up through the hazards to view magical Wineglass Bay. Then venturing further north we will walk through the spectacular Blue Tier mountains and forests, famous for its giant ferns and eucalypts, ending up on the north east coast with arguably some of the world’s best beaches at Bay of Fires.
Each day we participate in walks from 1- 5 hours and travel by four-wheel-drive troop carriers and Landrovers which are ideal to access remote areas. Each night we experience bush camping and delicious meals with campfire cooking. When we camp we use tents or you can sleep under the stars and we supply cosy swags. We see Tasmania’s unique wildlife in the wild.
Day 1 (L,D)
o Depart Launceston at 7am - pick-up from the hostel
o Tour of Marakoopa Caves (incl.in price of your tour)
o Head to Cradle Mountain for a hike up to Marion's Lookout or Hanson’s Peak (4+ hour walk)
o Bush camp in a historic deserted mining village
Day 2 (B,L,D)
o Bush walk in The Tarkine (4+ hour walk), Australia's largest temperate rainforest
o Cross the Pieman River, on the West Coast of Tasmania, at Corinna, a remote Tasmanian settlement
o Off-road driving to our coastal bush camp, next to the Great Southern Ocean
Day 3 (B,L,D)
o Off-road driving to Zeehan, an old mining town
o Bush walk at Montezuma Falls, Tasmania's tallest waterfall (+3hr walk)
o Drive to Strahan to pick up some supplies before we head to camp
o Bush camp at Macquarie Heads. If you are interested, you can try a spot of fishing and catch your dinner!
Day 4 (B,L,D)
o Drive through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and
o Stop off at Franklin River and look out into the Wilderness World Heritage area from Donaghy’s Lookouts
o Walk at Lake St Clair (+3hr walk)
o Bush camp at Highland Lakes
Day 5 (B,L)
o Visit Mount Field National Park
o At Mt Field, enjoy a hike to Lady Barron Falls, Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls (+3hr walk)
o Head to The Styx Valley, home to some of Australia's tallest trees, or roam in the highlands around Lake Dobson
o Opportunity to see platypus in the wild at Something Wild Wildlife Sanctuary
o Arrive in Hobart at around 5pm
Please note we don't provide meals in Hobart. You have 2 free evenings to explore the city. We provide 2 nights hostel accommodation included in the price of your tour. If you prefer not to stay in a hostel, we can arrange alternative accommodation at additional cost.
Day 6 - no meals included
Today is a free day for you to explore Tasmania's capital city. Options include a tour of the Cadbury chocolate factory, Cascade Brewery tour or chill out at the Salamanca Markets.
Day 7 (L,D)
o Depart Hobart at 7am - pick-ups from your accommodation
o Amazing bush walk/hike to Cape Raoul on the Tasmanian Peninsula (+5hr walk)
o Bush camp on the East Coast of Tasmania
Day 8 (B,L,D)
o Head off to Freycinet National Park
o Hike up Mt Amos for outstanding views of magical Wineglass Bay (+3hr walk)
o Explore remote East Coast beaches and take a dip in stunning waterholes
o Bush camp on the East Coast of Tasmania
Day 9 (B,L,D)
o Travel north via blowholes, dazzling turquoise waves and untouched beaches
o Opportunity to visit a wildlife park and Tasmanian Devil sanctuary.
o The Bay of Fires idyllic coastline and an afternoon hike high on The Blue Tier (+2hr walk)
o Bush camp in North East Tasmanian Forest
Day 10 (B,L)
o Early morning bush walk in The Blue Tier amongst beautiful temperate rainforest (+2hr walk)
o Visit waterfalls, mountain tops, or simply soak up more amazing Tassie beaches
o Arrive in Launceston at around 5pm. We’ll drop you off to your accommodation.
Included In Price
o Complimentary pick up and return to accommodation
o All meals as indicated above (B = breakfast included, L = lunch included, D = dinner included)
o We use heavy duty canvas tents and supply cosy swags, so all you need is your sleeping bag. All camping and cooking equipment is provided.
Highlights include Mole Creek Karst Caves, Cradle Mountain, Tarkine Rainforests, Corinna, West Coast Beaches, waterfalls, Franklin River, Lake St Clair, Mount Field, the world’s tallest flowering plants and wildlife. Tasman Peninsula, towering sea cliffs, Port Arthur, Freycinet, Wineglass Bay, Blue Tier, Bay of Fires, waterfalls, giant forests and remote beaches
Location
Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
Participant Guidelines
What to bring?
Tasmanian weather can be unpredictable so it is important to be prepared for all types of weather. Warm and waterproof clothing is essential. Due to limited space, there is a baggage limit of 15kg per person. Remember to bring comfortable walking shoes, swimming gear, a sleeping bag and lots of sunscreen. The sun in Tasmania can be much stronger than in other parts of Australia - be warned!
Do I need to be fit?
There are hikes / bushwalks on every day of our tours. However, you do not have to be an experienced hiker / bushwalker and, so long as you are fit and healthy, you should be able to go on most of our walks. Each walk varies from 1 hour to in excess of 4 hours over uneven terrain. If you are unsure, please do not hesitate to contact us and we can give you more details.
Price Valid For
One Person
Booking Notes
This tour is a combination of our 5 Days Out West Tasafari and our 4 Days Out East Tasafari with a rest day in Hobart.
Starts 6.30am Launceston concludes Approx 6.00pm Launceston Departs Mondays and Fridays Min 4 Max 12 people.
Departure Time
7am
Session Length
10 Days, 9 Nights
Numbers on the day
Min 4 and Max 12 people
Weather Exceptions
Contact operator in case of bad weather.
