Tasmania West Coast Tour
Day 1 – Hobart to Strahan
Your journey begins as we travel the island from east to west. Departing Hobart through the Derwent Valley, you will walk in the land of the giants and admire the beauty of Russell Falls and Mt Field National Park. Visit Lake St Clair, Australia's deepest freshwater lake, before entering the time capsule that is the Franklin- Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Finish off the day in Strahan beside Macquarie Harbour, where we stay overnight. Our West Coast hosts welcome us with a BBQ dinner.
(Dinner)
Tasmania West Coast Tour
Day 2 – Strahan and surrounding area
Discover the wild west coast today with a visit to Ocean Beach and the Henty Sand Dunes. Search for elusive whale bones amongst the shifting sands or simply breathe in some of the freshest air in the world. Stroll by the foreshore of the harbour or walk amongst the rainforest to a waterfall. There is also the option today of a cruise on the famous Gordon River, a scenic sea plane flight over the Gordon and Franklin River system complete with a river landing and walk, a journey up the King River on a jet boat, a peaceful paddle in the harbour. (Strahan optional activities all at own expense, some activities are seasonal and not available all year round). Overnight in Strahan.
(Breakfast)
Tasmania West Coast Tour
Day 3 – Cradle Mountain to Launceston
This morning we journey 950m above sea level to Cradle Valley, our gateway to the World Heritage Area of Cradle Mountain National Park. We share some local knowledge and interpretation of the landscape to help you choose a walk that will enhance your experience here. With an extensive range of tracks, you will be able to take it easy with a stroll around Dove Lake and one of the many boardwalk tracks or perhaps challenge yourself with a hike to Marion’s Lookout. When then take a short drive to Sheffield, ‘the town of murals’, before continuing on to Launceston, Australia’s third oldest city and our overnight stop for the night.
(Breakfast)
Tasmania West Coast Tour
Day 4 – Cradle Mountain to Launceston
This morning we join our transfer through the historic Tasmanian Midlands as we make our way south to Hobart and the end of our journey.
Included
Experienced guides, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, 2 nights accommodation including bed linen. Local fees.
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
April 2013 and October 2014
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
May 2013 to September 2013
Sunday, Monday, Thursday
November 2013 and December 2013
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
January and February 2014
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
March 2014
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Tour finishes in Hobart early evening on day 4
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 available 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 39, you should be able to undertake a return hike of up to 8 kilometres with no problems.
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.
Price from April 2013 to March 2014
Tour Code NTWO3H - Hobart to Hobart
Cost one person dorm accommodation $475.00
Extra Costs
1.5% credit card transaction fee
Accommodation Upgrades 2 Nights Trip included:
Hostel Twin/Double shared facilities $550.00 per person
Single person sole use shared facilities $670.00
Budget Ensuite Twin/Double $655.00
Budget Ensuite single sole use $895.00
Maximum People 24
Hiking Difficulty Hikes of up to 6-8 kilometres per day reasonable fitness required.
Transport Mini Bus
Group Age 18-39
Age Restriction
This tour is structured for people aged between 18 to 30. The tour is not suitable for people outside that age limit. The operator requires your date of birth when booking.
Compulsory Comprehensive Travel Insurance
It is a condition of booking with this tour operator that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance. You must show your comprehensive travel insurance policy to the driver guide when boarding this tour. Please Note - travel insurance offered by credit card companies is not comprehensive travel insurance.