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Tasmania - Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 06–20 March 2020 (14 Nights) Tasmania - Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 06–20 March 2020 (14 nights) Highlights • Walk through eucalypt and tree fern forests to Liffey Falls • Experience the fabled Walls of Jerusalem National Park • Marvel subterranean caves at Mole Creek Karst National Park • Take in the splendour of The Nut in Stanley • Stay in secluded Tarkine wilderness cottages • Explore ancient forests at Mt Donaldson & Mt Rufus • Experience Cradle Mountain - Lake St Claire National Park • Walk to Russell Falls in Mt Fields National Park • Hike the dramatic cliffs of Cape Raoul in Tasman National Park • Take time to contemplate the Port Arthur Historic Site • Cruise the Western Wilderness & Tasman Peninsula Meeting in Launceston, we travel to our first walk at Liffey Falls surrounded by cool temperate rainforest. Staying three nights in the Mole Creek area, we explore the subterranean world of Mole Creek Karst National Park. After walks in the Jurassic landscape of Walls of Jerusalem National Park, we have the chance to learn more about the iconic Tasmanian devil. We turn to the north west coast, with views of the Bass Strait all the way to The Nut in Stanley. Along the way we visit the iconic Sheffield murals and 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 in secluded rainforest cottages. To experience the many moods of the Tarkine, we cruise the Pieman River, enjoy walks in Australia's largest temperate myrtle-beech pristine rainforest and have the option to kayak secluded waterways. We walk through prehistoric Gondwana landscapes of button grass plains and wildflowers to the summit of Mt Donaldson. We visit the West Coast Pioneers Memorial Museum at Zeehan and soak up lakeside vistas at Cradle Mountain- Lake St Clair National Park. Choose to hike the trails of Mt Rufus or explore the DETAILS scenic shoreline. Crossing to the south east coast, we visit Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park, arguably Tasmania's prettiest waterfall; certainly, it's most Price: Twinshare / person (ex Launceston, ends Hobart) photographed. We stay on the Tasman Peninsula and explore the geological marvel of Cape Raoul and the stories of the Port Arthur Historic Site. The dramatic sea Price until 31/3/20: A$7,050 cliffs of Tasman National Park can only be fully experienced on a coastal cruise. This is a chance to see a variety of wildlife including hundreds of seals, migrating Single Supplement: A$1,170 whales and abundant sea birds. We end our journey in Hobart and enjoy the Note: For single people who prefer kaleidoscope of culture, art and markets. to share, we will try to find a suitable roommate, but if this is not possible the sole-use surcharge will apply. Minimum Group size: 8 guests Special Interest: Wildlife, Botanical, History, Birding For bookings call 1300 197 201 | visit www.parktours.com.au | or email [email protected] | 1 Tasmania - Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 06–20 March 2020 (14 nights) WALK RATING FAQ Easy to Moderate: 5-17km per walking day with shorter or longer options How & when to book? (moderate options are due to ascent and decent on nominated walk Our biggest message to you is BOOK EARLY!! Many tours days). This trip is for almost anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. We suggest that at least 8-12 weeks prior to the walk, you begin walking book out very quickly so the moral of the story is the early for at least one hour each day at a reasonable pace, increasing duration bird catches the worm! Please send your completed Tour of walks over time to include hill walks to build leg strength and fitness. Booking Form and a deposit of A$500 per person per tour. Consider walking instead of driving the car. Take advantage of using stairs To place your booking, simply visit www.parktours.com. to practise ascent / descent techniques. Speed is not the essence to au and select the “Bookings” page, or complete a Tour bushwalking, rather stamina and confidence in your own abilities. Booking form and return by post or email with your deposit. Once you have booked on a tour, we will stay in contact INCLUSIONS with regular mailings (see below). What information and contact can I expect? • 14 nights twin share accommodation: 3-4 star hotel/motels & cabin/ When you send your initial deposit, we will contact you to cottages with private facilities (3 nights shared) confirm your booking. Please do not book any flights or • Meals included: 14 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 8 Dinners • Private bus throughout program, ferry transfers where noted travel arrangements until our office contacts you to advise • Port Arthur Historical site entry including guided walk/harbour cruise that your tour has been confirmed to depart. Once the • Award winning Pennicott Wilderness Cruise – Tasman Pennisular tour has been confirmed to depart, a comprehensive pre- • National park, museum entry fees where noted departure information pack will be sent to you, including a • Professional tour leader assisted when required by local tour guides Tour A-Z, suggested packing list, medical questionnaire, • Basic group tips where required balance of payment invoice, and pre / post accommodation • Pre-departure information pack options. The final mailing is sent approximately three weeks before departure and includes final tour information, EXCLUSIONS meeting points, accommodation and guest list, and a Tour Companion. • Travel arrangements to start / from end of tour • Airport transfers What is the group size? • Heavy or excess baggage We specialise in small group travel with a tour size normally • Travel insurance between 8 to 18 guests. Please refer to the front page for Personal expenses e.g. drinks (water, alcohol, tea & coffee), laundry, details on the minimum group size for this particular tour. All telephone, optional tours / excursions, tour leader tip tours need a minimum number of participants to operate at the price listed in the itinerary. If the minimum number is not TOUR LEADER reached, a tour may still operate with a surcharge. How fit do I have to be? Twice-named ‘Eco Guide of the Year’ by Ecotourism When you are assessing your ability to participate, age Australia, Barry Davies is one of the most experienced nature tour leaders within Australia and New Zealand, is not necessarily as important as your fitness and recent with a particular passion for birds and wildlife. Since walking experience. Please read the tour walk rating and 2008 Barry has been a naturalist and lecturer aboard the day-by-day walking descriptions in the itinerary to an expedition vessel visiting islands from Fiji to Papua determine if the tour is suitable for your fitness level. If you New Guinea and has lead tours in Papua New Guinea, have any queries, we are happy to put you in touch with Borneo, Vietnam, Cambodia, Australia and New Zealand. His work either the tour coordinator or tour leader to discuss your background, previously as naturalist guide and activities manager at Binna fitness in more detail. Burra Mountain Lodge, coupled with independent guiding explorations with his own specialist touring company, Gondwana Guides, provide him with What gear and equipment do I need to take? considerable cumulative knowledge of the ecological and biological nature of all regions within Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific Rim. 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 water, camera and lunch. We recommend walking poles and 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. Click map to view in Google Maps For bookings call 1300 197 201 | visit www.parktours.com.au | or email [email protected] | 2 Tasmania - Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula ITINERARY TOUR ITINERARY 06–20 March 2020 (14 nights) Day 1 – Fri 06 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 in a 19th century railway workshop and its sister art gallery which lies across the river, by the sprawling Royal Park. We meet the tour leader and group in the lobby of our central hotel at 6:00pm. 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 – Sat 07 Mar | Liffey Falls State Reserve / Deloraine Departing Launceston, we visit Liffey Falls State Reserve, home to what is considered to be one of the prettiest waterfalls in the state. Nestled within the cool temperate rainforest on the slopes of the Great Western Tiers, this nature walk includes forests of towering eucalypts and tree ferns, framed by the dominant species of myrtle, sassafras and leatherwood. We continue our scenic drive through classic ‘English-style’ countryside of rolling green hills, hedgerows, and working farms, past Deloraine. Stopping along the way we will visit farms, learn about agricultural initiatives and be tempted by fresh local produce for lunch. Our destination is Mole Creek, a small town in the upper Mersey Valley in central north Tasmania. Here we spend three nights in comfortable accommodation, close to Mole Creek Karst National Park with its mountain scenery, karst formations and varied walking trails.
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