Price from April 2009 to March 2010
Tour Code: NTW3
Cost one person dorm accommodation $470.00
Extra Costs:
1.5% administration fee.
Accommodation Upgrades 2 Nights Trip included:
Hostel Twin/Double $515.00
Motel/Lodge Twin/Double $620.00
Single sole use $770.00
Maximum People: 21
Hiking Difficulty: Hikes of up to 6-8 kilometres per day reasonable fitness required.
Transport: Mini Bus
Group Age: 18-55
Itinerary:
West Coast Tasmania Tour Day 1:
Hobart - Strahan
Up early to take the walks of Russell Falls and Tall Trees trails in the Mt Field National Park. From here it’s time to take in the stunning views of Australia’s deepest lake, Lake Clair. The tour heads for Strahan stopping to explore the Franklin Gordon National park. Overnight in the historic town of Strahan.
(Lunch, Dinner)
West Coast Tasmania Tour Day 2:
Strahan – Cradle Mountain Area
Time to kick back in Strahan as you learn about the unique local convict history, take a walk or pushbike ride along the waterfront or hike up to Water Tower Hill for stunning views over the harbour and local beach. Take a walk through the rainforest to Hogarth Falls, if you are lucky you will spot a Platypus. Later in the day you take a walk through the Henty sand dunes where you are able to take a quad bike ride (at own expense). This afternoon the tour visits the Silver City of Zeehan before heading to your overnight lodge accommodation.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
West Coast Tasmania Tour Day 3:
Cradle Mountain - Devonport
This morning it’s time to explore Cradle Mountain National park which is World Heritage Listed. Breath the pure, pollution free air on a guided hike through beautiful Dove Lake, or for those of you who are the fittest take the challenging (non guided) hike to view Cradle Mountain. This afternoon is spent traveling and discovering more of the mid north of the state before arriving in Devonport and the end of the tour.
(Breakfast, Lunch)
End of Services
Included:
Experienced guides, meals as indicated (BLD stands for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), accommodation transfers, 2 nights accommodation including bed linen, complimentry canoe and bicycle hire.
Note:
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions may be substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and National Park requirements. 15 kilos luggage maximum on tour (about the same as the airlines). If you have more luggage than this you must talk to the operator about freighting the excess ahead to the tours end. You must do this when reconfirming your tour.
Departs from Hobart 7.00am
Departs Launceston 9.15am
April, October to November, March: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sun
May to September: Thursday and Sunday
December to February: Daily
Tour finishes in Devonport early evening on day 3
Reconfirming:
This operator requires you to phone and reconfirm at least 24 hours prior to departure. This is a condition of booking and something you must not forget to do.
On Tour Accommodation:
Accommodation while on tour is at hostel accommodation in a share dormitory with other travelers or with upgrade to private ensuited motel or lodge rooms for 2 nights.
What to Bring:
Refillable water bottle, towel, toiletries, insect repellent, sun block cream, hat, torch, warm clothes in winter months, good hiking shoes (preferably ankle high) no open toed sandals or flip flops (thongs). Any snacks you can’t live without.
Passenger Fitness:
This tour is ideally for fit active people who have a degree of fitness aged between 18 to 50, you should be able to undertake a return hike of up to 8 kilometres with no problems. This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 14 years of age.
Itineraries are subject to change in accordance with the weather (seasonal) and the wishes of the traditional Aboriginal owners wishes. Alternate locations are used if required.
If we can assist further please don’t hesitate to email. If you wish to book this tour please use our secure booking page to send your information to us safely.