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Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 18 MARCH - 1 APRIL 2021 Tasmania – Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 18 MARCH - 1 APRIL 2021 Highlights • Gaze over the Great Western Tiers & see spectacle subterranean caves at Mole Creek Karst National Park • Marvel at the town of murals in Sheffield & explore amazing geology at Rocky Cape National Park • Take in the splendour of The Nut in Stanley & stay in the secluded Tarkine Wilderness • Wander ancient forests at Mt Donaldson & Mt Rufus & step back in time in the seaside town of Strahan • Ride the historic West Coast Wilderness Steam Train & experience Cradle Mountain – Lake St Claire National Park • Walk to Russell Falls, Mt Fields National Park, & hike the dramatic cliffs of Cape Raoul in Tasman National Park • Wander and contemplate the Port Arthur Historic Site & cruise the Tasman Peninsula • Explore Hobart a contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and culture Meeting in Launceston, we travel through classic ‘English-style’ countryside towards Mole Creek Karst National Park. Here we stay two nights to explore the subterranean world of Marakoopa Cave, gaze over the Great Western Tiers from the Alum Cliffs and Devil’s Gullet walks and learn about the dark secrets buried underground on our truffle hunt, along with the iconic Tasmanian devil. We turn to the north west coast, following the Bass Strait to The Nut in Stanley, stopping to visit the iconic ‘Town of Murals’ in Sheffield and explore the dramatic landscape of Rocky Cape National Park.Taking in the remote town of Arthur River, we descend into the ancient landscape of the Western Wilderness where we stay three nights in isolated rainforest cottages. To experience the many moods of the Tarkine, we cruise the Pieman River, enjoy walks in Australia’s largest temperate pristine rainforest and have the option to kayak secluded waterways. We walk through prehistoric Gondwana landscapes to the summit of Mt Donaldson. We visit the West Coast Pioneers Memorial Museum at Zeehan, and stop the night in DETAILS picturesque Strahan, steeped in pioneering stories. Our journey continues on board the Price: Twin share/person (starts West Coast Wilderness Railway steam train, bound for historic Queenstown. Onwards to Launceston / ends Hobart) Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, we soak up lakeside vistas, hike Mt Rufus and explore scenic shoreline trails. Crossing to the south east coast, we visit Russell Advanced Early Bird: (until 04 Dec 2020) Falls in Mount Field National Park and stay three nights on the Tasman Peninsula to A$6,390 explore the geological marvel of Cape Raoul and explore Port Arthur Historic Site. The Regular: A$6,890 dramatic sea cliffs of Tasman National Park can only be fully experienced on a coastal cruise. This is a chance to see a variety of sea life. We end our journey in Hobart. Single Supplement: A$1,490 Note: For guests who request a single room the single supplement will be charged. For single people who prefer to share, we will try to find a suitable room- mate, but if this is not possible the single supplement surcharge will apply. Minimum Group Size: 8 guests Special Interest: Special Interest: Wildlife, Botanical, History, Geology, Birding For bookings call 07 5533 3583 | visit www.parktours.com.au | or email [email protected] | 1 Tasmania – Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 18 MARCH - 1 APRIL 2021 FAQ WALKING RATING What COVID-SAFE procedures are in place for tours? During our walking holiday strict COVID SAFE hygiene Moderate: 5-18km per walking day, on mostly well graded tracks. There procedures will be in place. These include, but are not limited are some moderate to challenging walks with some steeper sections on to: non-graded tracks. This tour is for anyone with a good level of fitness, and bushwalking experience. We reserve the right to be flexible with • Complimentary hand sanitiser will be available on tour the itinerary to allow for unforeseen circumstances including weather • Daily health checks will be undertaken by your guide, conditions, track closures and group fitness. in line with Queensland Health requirements. More information will be provided to you before the start of the INCLUSIONS tour. • Physical or social distancing will be practiced during our • 14 nights twin share accommodation – 3-4 star motel, homestead & daily activities. The current advice from the Department cabin/cottage style accommodation with private facilities (12 nights) and of Health is for everyone to keep at least 1.5 metres apart shared facilities (2 nights) from others (outside of their family unit) where possible. • Meals include - 14 Breakfasts (B), 7 Lunches (L), 8 Dinners (D) • Additional cleaning will be undertaken as required • Private bus throughout program, ferry transfers where noted • Mole Creek activities include - Marakoopa Cave entry & Truffle Farm Tour Please note ParkTours will comply with new policies and • Tarkine - Pieman River Cruise procedures as they are made available through our industry • Port Arthur Historical site entry including guided walk/harbour cruise authorities and Government to keep you safe and healthy • West Coast Wilderness Railway steam train whilst on tour. • Award winning Pennicott Wilderness Cruise - Tasman Peninsular How & when to book? • National park, nature park and museum entry fees where noted To place your booking, simply visit www.parktours.com.au • Professional tour leader assisted when required by local tour guides and select the “Bookings” page, or complete a Tour Booking • Basic group tips where required form and return by post or email with your $A500 deposit. • Pre-departure material including background & personalised A-Z tour Once you have booked on a tour, we will stay in contact with information regular mailings (see below). What information and contact can I expect? When you send your initial deposit, we will contact you to EXCLUSIONS confirm your booking. Please do not book any flights or travel • Travel arrangements to start / end of tour arrangements until our office contacts you to advise that • Airfares & taxes your tour has been confirmed to depart. Once the tour has • Passport & visa expenses been confirmed to depart, a comprehensive pre-departure • Heavy or excess baggage information pack will be sent to you, including a Tour A-Z, • Travel insurance suggested packing list, medical questionnaire, balance of • Personal expenses e.g. tour leader tips, drinks (alcohol, speciality tea & payment invoice, and pre / post accommodation options. coffee), laundry, telephone, or optional tours The final mailing is sent approximately two weeks before departure and includes final tour information, meeting points, accommodation and guest list. This will also include any TOUR LEADER additional documentation required under new Covid-Safe procedures. Twice-named ‘Eco Guide of the Year’ by Ecotourism Australia, Barry Davies is one of the most experienced What is the group size? nature tour leaders within Australia and New Zealand, We specialise in small group travel with a tour size normally with a particular passion for birds and wildlife. Since between 8 to 18 guests. Consideration will be given for 2008 Barry has been a naturalist and lecturer aboard physical distancing regulations for bus travel. Please refer an expedition vessel visiting islands from Fiji to to the front page for details on the minimum group size for Papua New Guinea and has lead tours in Papua this particular tour. All tours need a minimum number of New Guinea, Borneo, Vietnam, Cambodia, Australia participants to operate at the price listed in the itinerary. If the and New Zealand. His work background, previously as naturalist guide minimum number is not reached, a tour may still operate with and activities manager at Binna Burra Mountain Lodge, coupled with a surcharge. independent guiding explorations with his own specialist touring company, How fit do I have to be? Gondwana Guides, provide him with considerable cumulative knowledge When you are assessing your ability to participate, age is not of the ecological and biological nature of all regions within Australia, New necessarily as important as your fitness and recent walking Zealand and the South Pacific Rim. experience. Please read the tour walk rating and the day- by-day walking descriptions in the itinerary to determine if the tour is suitable for your fitness level. If you have any queries, we are happy to put you in touch with either the tour coordinator or tour leader to discuss your fitness in more detail. What gear and equipment do I need to take? Because we focus on half and full day walks, returning to our accommodation in the afternoon, you don’t need to carry any more than a daypack with rain wear, sunscreen, drinking Click map to view water, camera and lunch. We recommend walking poles and in Google Maps hiking boots on most of our tours as they offer good ankle support and grip. A detailed packing list is included with your tour’s information pack. For bookings call 07 5533 3583 | visit www.parktours.com.au | or email [email protected] | 2 Tasmania – Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula TOUR ITINERARY 18 MARCH - 1 APRIL 2021 Day 1 – Thu 18 Mar | Launceston Our tour starts in the riverside city of Launceston, famed for the Cataract Gorge with panoramic views, walking trails, sculpted gardens and a chairlift. If time allows, make sure you visit the Queen Victoria Museum housed in a 19th century railway workshop and its sister art gallery which lies across the river, by the sprawling Royal Park. We meet our tour leader and remainder of the group in the lobby of our centrally located hotel at 6:30pm. Driving a short distance to Cataract Gorge, we enjoy a leisurely walk through the Cliff Grounds Reserve to the Gorge Restaurant, for group introductions and tour briefing followed by a delightful welcome dinner. Meals: D Walks: 1km / easy walk along Cataract Gorge to dinner / bus ride back to the hotel (comfortable walking shoes required) Day 2 – Fri 19 Mar | Deloraine / Alum Cliffs / Tulampanga & Truffle hunt Departing Launceston our scenic drive takes us through classic ‘English-style’ countryside of rolling green hills, hedgerows, and working farms.
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