11 Day Ultimate Tasmanian Adventure
Launceston,TAS Freycinet National Park Hobart,TAS FROM $5,999 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE
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DAY 1 Destination Launceston Meals included Hotel 4 Grand Chancellor Launceston, or similar
Welcome to Launceston!
Make your way to your accommodation. You can arrive at any time as there are no organized activities. If arriving prior to standard check-in time, which is generally 3pm local time, you are welcome to leave your luggage with hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available. The hotel may grant early check-in, however this is strictly subject to availability and at the hotel’s discretion.
Launceston is one of Australia's oldest cities and has one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia with its elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture and century-old parks. Contact us if you wish to arrive earlier and spend more time in Launceston as we can assist you arrange additional accommodation as well as the below optional activities.
OPTIONAL TOUR - HALF DAY TASTE OF TAMAR TOUR Enjoy an intimate day in the heart of the Tamar Valley. With an impressive 234 vineyards across the state, Tasmania's reputation for fine wine is growing with grapes producing the highest value per tonne in Australia - visit up to six Tamar Valley vineyard cellar doors offering an outstanding range of Tasmanian cool climate wines and meet the people passionate about the wines they produce along with a wonderful lunch. This tour departs from 09.30am and returns to Launceston by 05.30pm. Hotel pick up and drop off are included.
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OPTIONAL TOUR - BEN LOMOND & RELBIA VINEYARDS A day of contrasts on this Tasmania day tour while visiting the magnificent craggy alpine peaks of Ben Lomond National Park before moving on to the Relbia wineries, visiting Sharmans and Josef Chromy Vineyards
Ben Lomond National Park
The spectacular Ben Lomond plateau is the largest alpine plateau in Tasmania, and is a mountain environment with extensive and dramatic dolerite cliffs and columns. Its scree slopes, swirling mists and frost-stunted forests are reminiscent of a Tolkien landscape. In departing Launceston or Scottsdale, we travel diverse landscapes before arriving at the Base of Ben Lomond. In making the climb we drive up Jacobs Ladder, a series of hairpin bends to marvel at the breathtaking view from the platform at the top. The Ben Lomond plateau has 8 of the 20 highest peaks in Tasmania and it has the highest drivable point in Tasmania where Bennett’s wallaby and wombats may be seen in daylight hours.
Sharmans Wines. Situated in Relbia, and produces a range of luxurious award-winning Tasmanian Wines. At Sharmans Wines, what’s in the soil is in the vine, what’s in the vine is in the grape, what’s in the grape is in the wine….and what’s in the wine is in your heart. Whites, reds & sparkling wine on offer.
Josef Chromy Wines & Lunch. A stunning location to experience superb Tasmanian wines and fine cuisine made with fresh local produce. The Josef Chromy Vineyard Restaurant provides a truly unique location for you to experience sensational views that overlook the picturesque lake and vineyard. Listed as one of the Top 10 Cellar Doors of Australia, Josef Chromy is the perfect venue for a memorable and relaxed Tasmanian food and wine experience.
This tour departs at 09.30am and returns to Launceston by 04.00pm. Hotel pick up and drop off are included.
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OPTIONAL TOUR - SPARKING PIPERS WINE TOUR The Pipers River region in north east Tasmania is the premier wine-producing country in Tasmania, but wine isn’t all that the region has to offer. The diverse landscapes compliment visits to the vineyard cellar doors, perfect for a day out.
The Region
The Pipers River and nearby Pipers Brook rural areas are renowned as one of the best and most famous wine- growing districts and remains an important viticulture region of Tasmania in terms of quality and output. It produces about 30% of Tasmania’s wine. With a climate close to that of Champagne in France, this region is known simply as ‘Sparkling Tasmania’. Many of Tasmania’s premium sparkling wines originate here. It is particularly suited to the aromatic white varieties.
This tour includes wine tasting at each of the following cellar doors: Clover Hill, Jansz Tasmania and Delamere Vineyard. It also includes wine tasting, tasting platter and pizza at Bay of Fires Vineyard. Starting time is at 09.30am and you can expect to return to Launceston by 03.00pm. Hotel pick up & drop offs are included.
DAY 2 Destination Launceston Cradle Mountain Meals included Lunch, Dinner Hotel 3 Cradle Mountain Discovery Holiday Park, or similar
The trip departs out of Launceston at 8am from the Hotel Grand Chancellor. Our initial drive takes us into the Mersey River valley, and along the base of the Great Western Tiers - before we stop after an hour or so for a morning tea break. From here it’s only another 1.5 hours before we arrive at Cradle Mountain village.
We will stop at the main visitor centre to pick up our passes, then have lunch on the edge of the park before heading out on our main walk for the day – the Cradle Valley Boardwalk. This easy walk takes us along the course of the Dove River and features a vast assortment of native flora. In early summer the endemic Tasmanian Waratah flowers are particularly magnificent.
Once at Ronny Creek, we go searching for wombats across the buttongrass plains before looping around to the
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In the afternoon, if energy and time permits – we will head back to near the entrance of the park and take part in a series of short walks that showcase old-growth rainforest, waterfalls, and more mature stands of king billy pine.
Then it’s off to our accommodation to get ourselves checked in and comfortable before pre-dinner antipasto.
Tonight’s dinner is a lovely 2 course meal prepared by your guides.
Walking Distance: 9kms, 4 hours approx Track grading: 2
DAY 3 Destination Cradle Mountain Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hotel 3 Cradle Mountain Discovery Holiday Park, or similar
Today’s walk takes in some of the most breathtaking alpine scenery in all of Australia. It involves a circuit hike to the base of Cradle Mountain – taking in Marions Lookout, Kitchen Hut and returning via the Horse Track.
After breakfast and lunch making, we jump aboard the bus and venture back to Waldheim. From here we follow the world-famous Overland Track across buttongrass plains and forest, steadily climbing to the glacially formed Crater Lake. This lake features an old boat shed, and during autumn is one of the best locations in the state to see the changing foliage colour of the deciduous beech (or fagus) – Australia’s only seasonally deciduous native.
Our ascent becomes steeper, and the views become grander – as Dove Lake comes into view far below. Along the way there is a short section of track where a chain is used to assist walkers progress. In fine weather, the views from Marions Lookout are magnificent and far reaching – with Cradle Mountain itself dominating the panorama.
The tracks gradient eases as we continue across the alpine landscape to Kitchen Hut – our intended lunch and turn around point. This hut provides a welcome relief for walkers caught out in adverse weather – which in Tassie seems to be possible at any given time! Good quality warm, wet weather gear for the alpine zone is a must.
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After lunch - we wave goodbye to the towering dolerite cliff lines of Cradle Mountain, and return via the Horse Track. This unique aspect affords us views deep into some of the even more remote areas of the park, and is often less frequented than other tracks. There is an excellent rocky outcrop which gives an elevated view straight down to Crater Lake far below. From here we descend back to Ronny Creek.
This is a long and challenging day - with world class natural scenery, however easier options are available. Please feel free to discuss these options with your guides.
Once back at the bus - it’s back to our accommodation for pre-dinner antipasto.
Tonight’s dinner is a fabulous 2 course meal prepared by your guides.
Walking Distance: 10kms, 6 to 7 hours approx Track grading: 4
DAY 4 Destination Cradle Mountain Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hotel 3 Cradle Mountain Discovery Holiday Park, or similar
After breakfast and lunch making, we depart for another scenic walk – this time taking in the parks eastern highlights.
Starting from Dove Lake we will take the Lake Rodway track up and over Hansons Peak – which provides us with a completely different view of Cradle Mountain and the surrounding lakes. The climb to the top of the peak is at times steep and uneven underfoot, and a chain is provided on nearing the summit to assist walkers.
Once over the other side, we pick up our return route via the Twisted Lakes and Lake Hanson – remnants of glacial scouring from previous ice ages. These pools are very tranquil and are encompassed by endemic pencil pines and fagus. This section is normally very peaceful, a bit of a hidden gem, and we will find ourselves a nice rocky outcrop for lunch whilst we soak up the views.
If energy and time permits – an hour and a half extension can be made to visit the eastern face of Cradle Mountain, and the reflective waters of Artists Pool.
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We loop back to the Lake Rodway Track completing the circuit, and reverse our inward journey – returning to Dove Lake to meet the bus.
Again, this is a challenging day with lots of variation in elevation, and at times can be quite rough and wet underfoot. Easier options are available – so please feel free to discuss these options with your guides.
Tonight, we enjoy a delicious dinner.
Walking Distance: 10kms, 5 to 6 hours approx Track grading: 4
DAY 5 Destination Cradle Mountain Dove Lake Circuit Launceston Meals included Breakfast, Lunch Hotel 4 The Sebel Launceston, or similar
This morning is our last at Cradle Mountain. After breakfast and lunch making, we pack-up the trailer head out for our final walk - the Dove Lake Circuit. This is one of Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks and a must-do for anyone visiting the park.
This 6km loop is a lovely way to wind down from your adventure – as it is mostly flat and even underfoot with only a couple of short hills. It allows you to fully focus on the looming backdrop of Cradle Mountain high above and the numerous waterfalls which cascade down towards the lake from the surrounding slopes.
We visit the much-photographed boatshed on the shores of the lake, and encounter more local species of rainforest plant that only grow in the wettest of conditions – including native plum, sassafras and the aptly named “horizontal.” One section through the “Ballroom Forest” is particularly magical. Part way around, the Honeymoon Islands provide a focal point for visiting kayakers – and for those of us game, a couple of white sandy beaches make top spots for an icy alpine swim! For the saner amongst us, they also provide a nice place for a snack and a rest.
We finish our loop atop the impressive formation of Glacier Rock, which provides us with a final vista across the landscapes we have explored for the past four days.
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After lunch, we jump back on the bus and start our return journey back to Launceston. En-route we will stop by in the lovely little town of Sheffield – where we should have ample time for a break and a wander around the muralled streets.
Once settled in your accommodation, please make your way to Hertz depot (approximately 600m from your accommodation) to collect your rental car.
Walking Distance: 4-6kms, 3 hours approx Track grading: 2
DAY 6 Destination Launceston Freycinet National Park Meals included Hotel 4 Freycinet Lodge, or similar
Today begin driving down the East coast of Tasmania to the iconic Freycinet National Park, home of the world renowned Wineglass Bay. Freyicient comprises a peninsula defined by a Schouten Island and a granite mountain range known as the Hazards.
Suggested Activity: While a much longer route, be sure to drive the much more scenic road via St Mary's and Bicheno and take in the coastal beauty of Tasmania's East coast.
DAY 7 Destination Freycinet National Park Meals included Hotel 4 Freycinet Lodge, or similar
Today is a full day to explore the glory and natural beauty of Freycinet National Park.
Suggested Activity: Pack a picnic (or just grab a locally woodfired pizza and a bottle of pinot from the Devil’s Corner Cellar Door) and stick around on the sand to see the pink granite of the Hazards glow pink at sunset.
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DAY 8 Destination Freycinet National Park Hobart Meals included Hotel Hobart Crown Plaza, or similar
Leaving Freycinet National Park today, continue south back towards the capital, Hobart.
Suggested Activity: It is hard to be driving through the south of Tasmania and not visit Port Arthur. Sitting on the Tasman Peninsula, it was a 19th-century penal settlement and is now an open-air museum. Ruins include the huge penitentiary and the remaining shell of the Convict Church, which was built by inmates.
DAY 9 Hobart Melaleuca Bathurst Harbour & Celery Top Destination Island Meals included Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
Return your rental vehicle at Hobart airport and make your way to Cambridge (approximately 4km away) for the beginning of your next adventure.
This leg of the trip begins with a spectacular scenic flight to the Southwest National Park. Following the coast, past Bruny Island to Cockle Creek, we’ll fly along the tough South Coast Track with its wild beaches, thick rainforests and mountain ranges. During the flight, we take in Precipitous Bluff, Mt La Perouse, Ironbound Range and remote Maatsuyker Island. We’ll also fly over the ancestral home of the Needwonnee people, who occupied Louisa Bay for thousands of years.
Landing at the abandoned tin mining settlement of Melaleuca, we’ll visit the bird observatory to see rare and endangered Orange-Bellied Parrots, which can be seen in the area typically between October and March. Then we’ve got time to explore the old tin mine and take a stroll along the Needwonee walk. We’ll then head off on the boat to our private Southwest Wilderness Camp, where we’ll spend some time settling in and have lunch.
We’ll head out to Bathurst Harbour after lunch, and visit the untouched Celery Top Islands for a forest walk (depending on the tidal conditions). Cut off and preserved since the end of the last ice age, these islands are a unique time capsule of the area. We’ll then stop at Forest Lag for a walk up TV Hill and a look at Claytons’ Corner.
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After a busy day exploring the area, we’ll enjoy a fully-prepared gourmet dinner with Tasmanian wines, and spend the evening winding down.
DAY 10 Destination Bramble Cove & Mount Milner Breaksea Island Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
After a hearty cooked breakfast, we’ll travel by boat through the Bathurst Narrows with its 800-metre mountains rising from the sea towards the picturesque Bramble Cove. Here we have the option of walking up Mt Milner with its beautiful views of Port Davey and the Bathurst Narrows. We’ll enjoy lunch at one of the hidden coves along the way.
Next we head out to Breaksea Island, cruising along the protected side, witnessing the array of native bird life at the mouth of Port Davey and the Caroline and Shanks Islands. We then visit an ancient aboriginal ochre cave at Schooner Cove, visit the grave site of Critchley Parker Jr. – a walker who perished exploring the “New Jerusalem” – and take a stroll along beautiful Balmoral Beach before heading back to camp for dinner and relaxation.
DAY 11 Destination Mount Beatti Melaleuca Hobart Meals included Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation N/A
We’ll enjoy a cooked breakfast and consider the option of taking a walk up Mt Beattie. This 2.5-hour return walk is graded easy to moderate and offers impressive views of the whole area. If the tide and weather permits, our other option is a visit to an ancient Huon Pine forest found on the shores of the Old River. Afterwards, we’ll head back to the camp for some lunch and pack up.
We’ll return to Hobart by aircraft via Port Davey, the Bathurst Narrows and then overland to the rugged Western Arthur Range, to spectacular Federation Peak, Mt Picton, the Hartz Mountain National Park and the Huon Valley.
This tour ends upon arrival at Cambridge airport at approximately 04.00pm. Cambridge airport is approximately 4kms from Hobart’s main airport.
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Contact us if you wish to extend your stay in Hobart as we can assist you arrange additional accommodation and the below optional activities at the time of booking
OPTIONAL TOUR - GRAND HOBART WALK Discover Hobart by foot and hear the fascinating stories of how Tasmania’s capital city was established and how it became the vibrant waterfront city it now is. Choose your preferred walking tour and explore Hobart with your local guide on the Hobart Historic Walk, the Old Hobart Pub Tour or the Grand Hobart Walk.
Combining the Hobart Historic Walk with a tour of Salamanca and Battery Point, this 3 hour experience with your local guide will give you in depth insights into Hobart’s past and present.
This tour departs at 2pm from Hobart Travel Centre (cnr Davey & Elisabeth St). You can expect to finish by 5pm approximately.
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OPTIONAL TOUR - BRUNY ISLAND SIGHTSEEING, FOOD & LIGHTHOUSE TOUR A spectacular tour with nature, wilderness, coast and heritage on Bruny Island, joining the car ferry in Kettering and crossing the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. A perfect opportunity to see Australian Fur Seals and Little Blue Penguins that forage for food in the clear waters of the channel, keep your cameras handy or let our guides take your photo for you.
This tour includes morning tea, lunch & Cape Bruny Lighthouse tour.
Skirt through the Mount Mangana rainforests searching for the wild White Wallaby, try the Tasmanian Pepper Bush and stand alongside some of the tallest Tree Ferns on Bruny Island. Explore the narrow sandy isthmus known as The Neck Lookout and Wildlife Reserve and climb the steps to the Truganini Lookout, Bruny Islands’ most photographed geological formation. Then onwards to the Cape Bruny Lighthouse Station and join Australia’s southernmost Lighthouse Tour which is included in the price of your day tour to Bruny Island. With any number of photographic possibilities at every point of the compass.
For morning tea, enjoy Bruny Island Cheese & Bruny Island Oysters picnic-style, with fresh wood-oven bread on one of the pristine white beaches. You will also have the option to visit the Bruny Island Cheese Company and Get Shucked Oysters on the return journey later in the day. If you buy any items we can keep them cool in our iceboxes that are on all of our touring vehicles.
Along the way, we stop at many of the Bruny Island food producers, lookouts and sweeping beaches with ample time for short walks or a paddle in the cool ocean waters of the Tasman Sea for those that are brave. For lunch, choose from an extensive menu of locally caught fresh fish, succulent local lamb, salmon, seafood chowder or the popular seafood platter for two (Gluten-free and vegetarian options available). A collaboration of fine food with Hotel Bruny & The Bruny Island Producers, overlooking Suns
Departure time is 7.30am and you can expect to be back in Hobart at approximately 5.30pm - depending on traffic and ferry schedules.
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Inclusions
WHAT'S INCLUDED Small group of 10 or less while walking in Cradle Mountain Three nights 3-star cabin-style accommodation (twin share) in Cradle Mountain village at Discovery Holiday Park in two bedroom cottages 5 nights 4-star accommodation at Launceston, Freycinet National Park & Hobart 2 nights comfortable glamping accommodation in The South West National Park Incredible sightseeing including a 3 day land, sea & air exploration of The South West National Park, guided walks to Dove Lake, Hanson's Peak & Twisted Lakes in Cradle Mountain and free time to explore stunning Freycinet National Park 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 5 dinners Escorted small group tour from days 2 to days 5 & from days 9 to days 11 5 days Hertz Group H car rental to take you from Launceston to Hobart Return scenic flights from Hobart to The Southwest National Park
SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS Cradle Mountain - Explore scenicValley Boardwalk Cradle Mountain - Walk to the base of Cradle Mountain, taking on the Marions lookout, Kitchen hut & Horse track Cradle Mountain - Discover Cradle Mountain's eastern highlights, including Twisted Lates & Lake Hanson Cradle Mountain - Tick off one of Tassie's great short walk - the Dove Lake Circuit Freycinet National Park - Spend time exploring white sandy beaches, secluded bays & pink granite peaks in spectacular Freycinet Natinal Park Port Arthur - Set back in time and explore Port Arthur and its penal colony buildings Hobart - Stroll along Hobart's historic district, its narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages Southwest National Park - Experience unique bird-eye views of the Southwest National Park on a scenic flight Southwest National Park - Visit the untouched Celery Tops Island Southwest National Park - Travel by boat through the Bathurst Narrows with its 800-metre mountains rising from the sea towards Bramble Cove
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HOW TO BOOK & PAYMENTS Deposit & Payments
Secure your package with only a $250 deposit per person. Pay a 2nd instalment of $1800 per person within 28 days. You will then be invoiced for final payment 90 days prior to departure.
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OPTIONAL TOURS To enhance your journey, we are offering guests a choice of the following optional activities (prices are per person):
Launceston (Day 1): Taste of Tamar Tour - $498 per person Launceston (Day 1): Sparking Pipers Wine Tour - $498 per person Launceston (Day 1): Ben Lomond & Reliba Vineyards - $498 per person Hobart (Day 11): Grand Hobart Walk - $53 per person Hobart (Day 11): Bruny Island Sightseeing, Food & Lighthouse Tour - $160 per person
Optional tours can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add Optional Tours, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance. If you choose not to select them at this time, you can choose to add them later by logging in to your Account online or speaking with your Dedicated Support Agent for assistance.
Please note that you must select your Optional Tours no later than 65 days before departure, after which you will be required to purchase them on tour. Please keep in mind that anything purchased on-tour is subject to availability. We appreciate your understanding.
EXCLUSIONS Airfares Airport Transfers Visas Travel insurance (compulsory) Tipping Anything not mentioned in the itinerary Optional activities Personal expenses
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Fitness Requirements While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
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This particular tour is categorised as a “3”:
3 – Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Accommodation The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.
We spend three nights at Cradle Mountain Discovery Holiday Park in comfortable two- bedroom cabin style accommodation - surrounded by native bush. The cabins contain shared bathroom facilities, and each of the bedrooms has its own double bed. There is a small lounge area with kitchenette, cosy gas log heating and an outdoor sitting area. Your guides will stay nearby - and their cabin will be used for breakfasts, lunch making and dinners.
If you pre-book a single supplement, you will have your own room in a two-bedroom cabin. You may be sharing the cabin (and bathroom) with one or two other guests.
Single Supplement Single supplement is available on this tour at a cost of $3717
Triple Share Not Available
Meals while in Cradle Mountain:
Breakfast is a continental spread of cereals, stewed fruit, toast, spreads and yoghurt. Lunch can vary from day to day, but includes meat, salad, bread and wraps, some days we will have roasted chicken and salad, and others quiche to mix things up a bit. Dinner is a casual two-course meal of main and dessert prepared by your guides. The menu is constantly changing but can include a classic roast lamb, chicken korma,
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salmon fillet or Thai chicken. Dessert can include maple baked apples, pears in red wine, fruit salad or eton mess to name just a few. Snacks and antipasto - There are plenty of snacks and antipasto during the trips including fresh fruit for the trail, biscuits and/or fruit cake for tea breaks. Each night we offer dips, cheese and crackers for a pre-dinner antipasto and a self-serve trail mix selection at the beginning of each day. The food we serve is healthy, hearty and home style. We don’t offer five-star chef prepared dining, but the food is fresh, and our guides make sure it is tasty and plentiful. We are able to accommodate guest’s specific dietary requirements and can always prepare a meal to meet individual needs. Non-alcoholic beverages are provided while on tour. You are, however welcome guests to bring wine/beer along with you.
Travel Insurance Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.
Tour Documentation Final documentation and hotel details will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
Group Size Maximum of 10 people.
Children Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are the same price as adults.
PREPARING FOR YOUR WALKING Most healthy adult can participate in this tour. If you can walk upwards of 15 kilometres or TOUR more in a day, carrying a lightweight day pack, you will find our tours totally achievable.
While we typically walk on well forged walking tracks, the quality and degree of difficulty can vary greatly. You may find some tracks rocky and lumpy underfoot, soft and sandy, or muddy and slippery.
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Sometimes there is the need to negotiate obstacles such as fallen trees, sections of scree or steep steps.
Ensure you come along with, not only the right footwear, rain gear and clothing, but also the right frame of mind!
What to bring Please bring your gear in a soft bag rather than hard suitcase to help guides pack the trailer.
Day pack. Here is a list of what you normally wear and need carry in your day pack during walking days. A 20 litre capacity bag is generally sufficient to carry these items:
rain jacket a fleece jacket wide-brimmed hat for sunny days beanie or woollen hat for cold days water bottle or drinking bladder, min 2 litre high factor sunscreen lip balm blister pads and / or tape for rubbing and/or blisters antiseptic hand gel sun glasses walking poles (optional) gaiters (optional) camera binoculars spare batteries for all devices
Main bag. Your main bag stays at Discovery Park for the duration of the trip. You only carry your light day pack while walking.
2 pairs long and/or short pants. Preferably loose fitting, lightweight and quick drying 2 x Long sleeved shirts 4 x T-shirts Fleece jacket/woollen sweater – something warm Rain jacket/ spray jacket Walking socks if rain is expected, then having a set of thermal under garments can keep you warm in the face of blustery conditions
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a woollen or fleece hat for cooler weather Toiletries Charger for your devices TRACK GRADING Each walking day within the itinerary has been graded from 1 to 5. This grading system is intended as a guided only and to help you assess your siutability for that walking day.
Track grading 1: No bush walking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km. Track grading 2: No bush walking experience required. The track is a hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km. Track grading 3: Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bush walking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections a rough surface and many steps. Walks up to 20km. Track grading 4: Bush walking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited. Track grading 5: Very experienced bush walkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, very steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km.
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