4 Day Western Wilderness Tour - Tasmania
Twin Accommodation
Adults $985.00
Single Accommodation
Adults $1,245.00
Description
A great way to see the rugged west of Tasmania!
Highlights include: Hobart, Tarraleah, Mt Field National Park & Russell Falls, Lake St Clair, Nelson Falls & Franklin River, Strahan, Cradle Mountain National Park and Launceston...
Daily Itinerary:
Day one:
Our Tasmanian experience begins this morning with some of the sights around Tasmania’s capital city of Hobart including Salamanca Place, Battery Point, and the waterfront docks. We then head through the Derwent Valley to discover Mt Field National Park – Tasmania’s first. Take a walk to Russell FallsStyx Valley. We travel further into the highlands to finish the day at Tarraleah, its aboriginal meaning is “Forrester Kangaroo”, but aside from the enormous range of Tasmanian flora and fauna in the area, this town is best known as the birth place of the hydro-electric scheme in Tasmania. and spend some time this afternoon exploring this unique area, including the Giant Swamp Gums and the controversial
Overnight: Tarraleah (Dinner)
Day two:
Delve further into the wilderness with a visit to Lake St Clair, which at a depth of 200m, is Australia’s deepest freshwater lake. Take an interesting walk beside the lake and learn of the Aboriginal involvement in this unique highland lake region. The World Heritage area hosts some amazing wildlife including the elusive platypus. Continue to Tasmania’s west coast making several stops along the way to stretch the legs on some great short walks including Donaghy’s Lookout, Franklin River, and NelsonFalls. Pass through Queenstown with its intriguing eroded landscape of treeless hills. Finish the day in Strahan at the very edge of the west coast. Strahan once a quiet fishing village plays an important role in the history of the evolution of the world’s first Green Party.
Overnight: Strahan (Breakfast)
Day three:
One of the most powerful and meaningful experiences on the west coast is surely the Gordon River Cruise (optional). Enjoy an amazing mixture of scenery, history and even a gourmet lunch. If you’re not interested in taking a cruise, choose one of many equally stunning activities such as the Wild Rivers Jet Boat, Henty Sand Dunes quad biking or hire a kayak and explore the edges of MacquarieHarbour (optional). Travel this afternoon to Cradle Mountain via the towns of Rosebery and Tullah. We will visit a Wildlife Sanctuary to view the Tasmanian Devil and learn more about this threatened creature.
Overnight: Cradle Mountain (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day four:
Join a guided walk or free walk on one of the many trails around Cradle Mountain, Dove and CraterLakes. Cradle Mountain at 1545m high, is one of the favourite features in the park and is surrounded by stands of native deciduous beech, rainforest, alpine heath lands and button grass. Icy streams cascade down the mountainsides, and ancient pines are reflected in the still glacial lakes. Later today, transfer to Launceston with plenty of distractions to stop at along the way, including an award winning cheese factory. Finish the tour in Launceston (Breakfast)
Included In Price
Inclusions:
• 3 nights acccommodation
• 4 days guided tour
• Meals as indicated
• National Parks Fees
• Fun, professional guide
• Small groups
• Hostel/hotel pick up and drop off
• Wildlife Sanctuary entry
Location
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Price Valid For
Per person
Booking Notes
Starts: Hobart at 7.30am
On: Saturdays
Finishes: Launceston at 6.00pm
Tour code: TNS4
Departure Time
7:30am
Session Length
4 days/3 nights
