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7 Day ‘Wilderness on Water’ Expedition Example Itinerary

This itinerary is an example of a typical 7-day ‘Wilderness on Water’ sea kayaking expedition in Southwest . Day one is the only day we can accurately describe as the remaining days are adapted to suit the weather and the desires and energy levels of the individual participants to ensure a safe and satisfying experience for everyone. destination is at the Forest Lagoon Standing Camp, which is Day 1 an easy one-hour paddle from the airstrip. 12.30pm Meet at Par Avion Cambridge Airport 1:30pm Depart Cambridge Airport by plane Forest Lagoon Camp 2:15pm Arrive Melaleuca Once at the camp you will be shown to your yurt accommodation for the first evening. The camp also has a 4pm Depart Melaleuca by kayak covered kitchen / dining area and toilet facilities. During your 5pm Arrive Forest Lagoon Camp evening meal the guides will discuss itinerary options for the 6pm Hors d’oeuvres coming week. 7pm Dinner and trip briefing Weather permitting at 1:30pm the group will depart Cambridge for the 40-50 minute flight into Southwest Tasmania. The flight can follow two routes depending upon cloud and visibility. If the cloud cover is low then the route is via the southeast and southern coasts of Tasmania. Otherwise the route is directly over the rugged mountains to the west of Hobart; both routes offer wild and spectacular scenery.

At Melaleuca The airstrip is located at Melaleuca, which was the home of late pioneering legend Deny King. On arrival, we will unload our gear into wheel barrows for transport to our storage area, approximately 400m from the airstrip, and pack all our gear into the kayaks.

This process takes between one to two hours depending upon group size. After a quick introduction to paddling we will launch our kayaks into Melaleuca Inlet. The first night

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Following is an example itinerary of days 2 to 7, but there are many other options including exploring the Spring River along the Bathurst Narrows and the northern section of .

Day 2 Day 7 (the last day) Destination: Schooner Cove Destination: Melaleuca via Claytons Corner

Distance: 15kms along the Paddling distance: 8kms

Paddling time: 4-5 hours. Against typical 15kt-20kt head Paddling time: 1-2 hours, walking time 2 hours winds with stops as required along the way to rest the arms The last day typically starts with breakfast at camp followed and stretch legs. by a short paddle across the lagoon to Claytons Corner, the house occupied by Clyde Clayton and Deny King’s sister Win. Day 3 From the house a short walk to a nearby peak provides Destination: Spain Bay and return to Bramble Cove, possibly spectacular views over Bathurst Harbour. From Claytons around the Breaksea Islands Corner we will head back up the Melaleuca Inlet to the airstrip. Upon arrival there is enough time to tidy the kayaks Distance: 10-20kms return depending upon route and ready the luggage for the flight back to Cambridge before Paddling time: 3-5 hours, walking time 2-3 hours enjoying a short exploration of Melaleuca, the Needwonee Walk and the Deny King Museum. Day 4 The trip is scheduled to finish at 7:00 pm on the last day back Day trip options from Bramble Cove: at Cambridge Airport. The Roaring 40°s Kayaking bus is available for transport back to accommodation in Hobart. • Explore Bramble Cove’s Whaling History 1-2 hours return • Climb 400m high Mt Stokes

3-4 hours return • Climb 180m high Mt Milner 2-3 hours return • Paddle to Wallaby Bay and return 3-4 hours return • Paddle to Whale Head and return 4-5 hours return

Day 5 Destination: Bathurst Harbour

Distance: 20kms

Paddling time: 4-5 hours. The paddling back along Bathurst Channel is typically wind assisted which makes the distance pass quickly.

Day 6 Destination: Forest Lagoon Standing Camp via North River

Paddling Distance: 20kms

Paddling Time: 5-7 hours