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TRAVEL Maria Island, Tasmania TRAVEL Maria Island, Tasmania Maria Island Walk, Tasmania. maria island walk ECOGNISED AS ONE OF Australia’s truly Routstanding experiences, the four-day Maria Island Walk is a delightful blend of rare wildlife, fascinating history, island tranquillity and gourmet delights. hbA Set on a beautiful island national park off Tasmania’s tas east coast, small groups of just 10 guests and two AG TRAVEL friendly guides explore the pristine beaches, tall ancient forests and world heritage sites by day before, each Dates: night, relaxing at a mouthwatering candlelit dinner. 19–23 february 2021 Maria Island is a Noah’s Ark for rare animals and 24–28 November 2021 birds, some of which are found nowhere else. It is email: known as one of, if not the best, places in Australia [email protected] to see wombats in the wild. phone: 0413 560 210 Itinerary 1 TRAVEL Maria Island, Tasmania The Painted Cliffs are one of Maria Island’s more memorable spectacles. Itinerary taking 360 degree views. Or save the climb Day 1 Arrival in Hobart Day 3 Maria Island Walk (domestic airfare not included) for Bishop and Clerk, with its fantastic sea and coastline vistas (these are optional). Make your own way to your hotel Walk from Riedle Bay across the rare land Finish the day with a sumptuous banquet in (Ibis Styles Hobart) formation of the isthmus to Shoal Bay for a the historic colonial home once occupied by stroll across five fabulous beaches. As you Italian entrepreneur Diego Bernacchi. This is walk, your knowledgeable guides will share also your accommodation for the night. Day 2 Hobart – Maria Island fascinating stories of human occupation on Walking distance: 9–17km depending on the island. Explore the convict cells at Point optional walks Breakfast at the hotel. Lesueur and visit an ochre pit at Bloodstone Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided Starting with a 7.30am hotel pickup, Point – one of the original ochre sources gear issue and briefing we drive to the for Tasmanian Aboriginals. In the evening Haunted Bay coast for a marine adventure in our private watch the sunset over stunning Four Mile catamaran, which will take us to the remote Beach, then put your feet up at White Gums southern end of Maria Island. The afternoon Camp, where you sip wine on the deck and is yours to enjoy – choose from an optional anticipate dinner. afternoon walk through beautiful forests Walking distance: 13km to Haunted Bay, relax at the delightful Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided Casuarina Beach Camp or take a swim in the sheltered bay. In the evening, enjoy Tasmanian wine and fresh food Day 4 Maria Island Walk by candlelight. Walking distance: 4–8km depending Take the gentle inland track to Hopground on optional walks Beach and the Painted Cliffs or continue to Lunch and dinner provided the 711m summit of Mt Maria for breath- Itinerary cont. 2 TRAVEL Maria Island, Tasmania Beach walking on day 2. Day 5 Maria Island - Hobart A chance to relax and explore the convict set- tlement and industrial ruins of Darlington, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue onto the dramatic sea cliffs of Fossil Bay and then head down to the remarkable fossils at Fossil Cliffs. Enjoy a champagne lunch over- COVID-19 looking the stunning Freycinet Peninsula. Return to Hobart with an optional Hobart All responses airport drop-off connecting with flights Enjoy shoes-off walking along will be made in departing from 6pm. accordance with Walking distance: 4km fabulous beaches fringed by bush Breakfast and lunch provided best practice on one side and sea on the other. medical and official Government advice. Add Special add on option on Tasmanian Devil Spotting Experience Tour Guides Two professional guides In 2013 a group of 28 healthy devils were from days 2–5. released onto the island as an “island insur- ance” breeding program safeguard from the Our guides are considered to be the facial tumour disease currently affecting best in the industry. They are such 90 per cent of the population. It has been an important part of your Maria such a success that devils are now being Island experience and are not only removed for reintroduction to disease-free chosen for their warm, caring and areas in Tasmania. Your guides will take you likeable personalities but also for on an evening devil-spotting walk to try their love of Maria Island. and catch a glimpse of one of these elusive, There’s very little our guides don’t nocturnal creatures in the wild. know about the history, flora and Accommodation: On Maria Island: wildlife on Maria Island. two nights in Wilderness Camps, one night at Bernacchi House 3 TRAVEL Maria Island, Tasmania Tranquil Casuarina Beach Camp. extra info Packing list and Shoal Bay There are bush showers with warm water in the other information camps and there is a private washroom. Please note there is no power at the wilderness camps. The last night is spent in the historic, We will supply you with a detailed packing list colonial Bernacchi House. Here guests enjoy and other information before your trip. hot showers. Minors Gear Clients to be 12 years or older unless by prior It is important that guests are aware that they approval. No child discount can be provided. carry a light backpack (between 6–8 kg) with Accommodation their own personal items (however guests may- Dietary requirements The first night we spend at the Ibis Styles Hotel be able to arrange a “special baggage transfer Vegetarians and special diets are catered for. in Hobart. The first two nights during the walk walk” option. (This option is only available Please inform us of any special requirements at are spent in comfortable, permanent wilder- on select departures and must be taken up by the time of booking. ness camps behind remote, private beaches. the entire group). Packs, waterproof jackets, Guests enjoy twin-share cabins with polished sleeping sheets, head torches and sleeping bags Health wooden floors and beds with mattresses, are supplied (we do not Trips cater for clients who can walk 10–15km a pillows and sleeping bags. The sleeping huts carry the sleeping bags as they are stored day carrying light packs of 6–8 kg. Participants are connected via boardwalks to the large main at each camp). over 70 require a medical certificate. dining cabin. Guests should have their own walking boots, The camps are environmentally sensitive. well worn in with good ankle support and Group size The solar-powered, composting toilets are well tread. Light day packs are also available for use Minimum 4 guests / maximum 10 guests with maintained, pleasant and hygienic. on side trips from Camp 1 and two friendly and knowledgeable guides. Rainwater is collected on site for camp use. Bernacchi House. 4 TRAVEL Maria Island, Tasmania Maria Island is one of the best places in the country to see wombats in the wild. cost $2599/person twin share. $1879 single supplement Costs include the following services To Triabunna as per itinerary (16km) Four nights twin-share accommodation as per itinerary Painted Cliffs Two local experienced guides throughout days 2–5 Transfers between Hobart and Maria Island by private Bishop and Clerk charter vehicle, boat cruise White Gums Camp All meals and wine during the Maria Island walk Mt Maria National park entry fees Backpacks, sleeping bag liners, pillowcases, head torches and waterproof jackets can be provided for use on the trip at no additional charge Point Lesueur Costs do not include Shoal Bay Riedle Bay From Domestic or international airfares Triabunna Casuarina Beach Camp Pre-registration, late check-out or day use at hotels other than specified above Guide services other than specified Meals/beverages other than specified, alcohol TAS Tips and gratuities Maria Haunted Bay Optional tours/services Island email: [email protected] phone: 0413 560 210 5.
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