Discover Tasmania’s world-class nature, wildlife, and history over seven super
days. Join our small group tour of Tasmania to explore Cradle Mountain
National Park, the Bay of Fires, Wineglass Bay, the wild West Coast, the Port
Arthur Historic Site and Crescent Bay on the Tasman Peninsula, and Hobart’s
Wellington Park. This outstanding tour is eco-certified and includes a unique
wildlife experience with Tasmanian devils. We’ll also guide you on several of
Tasmania’s Great Short Walks throughout the journey around the island.

• Visit Russell Falls, Mt Field National Park, Lake St Clair, Queenstown, Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, Strahan & more!

• Guided commentary, guided walks and free-walking options

  
  

• Pick-ups and drop-offs at selected Hobart CBD locations

  
  

• Advanced Eco-Certified Tour

  
  

— What You Can Expect —

Day 1

HOBART TO STRAHAN

Departing Hobart, your tour of Tasmania/lutruwita begins in Mount Field
National Park. Welcome to the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Walk
among the world’s tallest eucalyptus trees and discover the cascading Russell
Falls. As we journey through the Western Wilds, the incredible scenery
continues at Lake St Clair (Australia’s deepest freshwater lake), and the
Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. You’ll learn about Tasmania’s
mining history in Queenstown before arriving in the harbourside village of
Strahan where we’ll spend the next two nights.

Overnight: Strahan

Day 2

WILD WEST COAST

Discover the West Coast’s wild and rugged coastlines and rainforests. Walk to
Tasmania’s highest waterfall, Montezuma Falls, within the ancient rainforests
of the Tarkine/takayna. At the coast, we’ll explore the immense Henty Sand
Dunes and walk along Tasmania’s longest stretch of sand at Ocean Beach. Or
today you can choose an outstanding nature cruise on the beautiful Gordon
River (own cost). Strahan is also a terrific place to look for platypus with
the help of your guide.

Overnight: Strahan

Day 3

CRADLE MOUNTAIN TO LAUNCESTON

Cradle Mountain National Park is a highlight of Tasmania. Discover Cradle’s
alpine and glacial-carved wilderness as you look for wombats, echidna, and
other Tasmanian wildlife. Choose from a variety of world-class walks, such as
the track to the summit of Marion’s Lookout, the Dove Lake circuit, or a
stroll to the Boatshed. After our time enjoying the park, we’ll drive to the
city of Launceston in northern Tasmania via the colourful town of Sheffield,
also known as the Town of Murals.

Overnight: Launceston

Day 4

LAUNCESTON TO ST HELENS

In Launceston, explore the lovely Cataract Gorge, a natural haven along the
South Esk River. This bushland reserve is excellent for seeing wallabies.
Heading to the East Coast, continue to Larapuna/the Bay of Fires where you’ll
learn about the deep spiritual connection between Palawa people and the land.
Walk along pristine white sands with turquoise waters and vibrant orange
boulders. Tonight we’ll stay in the picturesque coastal town of St Helens.

Overnight: St Helens

Day 5

FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK TO HOBART

Freycinet National Park is a beautiful peninsula on Tasmania’s East Coast.
Freycinet’s beaches, coastal forests and pink granite mountains make this an
exciting nature-based destination. You can hike to the lookout of the famous
Wineglass Bay or continue down to the beach and walk along the shore. Or you
can choose a challenging climb to the summit of Mt Amos or take a relaxing
coastal walk. We also visit the lighthouse at Cape Tourville for wild ocean
views across the Tasman Sea before travelling back to Hobart/nipaluna along
the Great Eastern Drive.

Overnight: Hobart

Day 6

TASMANIAN DEVILS, RICHMOND & WELLINGTON PARK

Visit Tasmania’s best-known conservation and wildlife sanctuary, Bonorong.
You’ll meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats,
kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils. Then, we’ll take our time to enjoy the
heritage village of Richmond. We’ll travel through the winery region of the
Coal River Valley on our way back to Hobart and continue to the city’s immense
nature playground, Mount Wellington/kunanyi. Wellington Park is known locally
as “The Mountain”, and is loved for its fern glades, eucalyptus forests,
dramatic rock columns and boulder fields, with superb walking tracks to
spectacular lookouts. We’ll show you some of our favourite places on kunanyi
as our guide helps you to appreciate the treasures of Wellington Park.
Tonight, unwind in one of the city’s historic pubs or restaurants.

Overnight: Hobart

Day 7:

PORT ARTHUR HISTORIC SITE AND THE TASMAN PENINSULA

Discover the rugged coastal scenery and epic convict history of the Tasman
Peninsula/turrakana. As Australia’s best-preserved convict settlement, Port
Arthur Historic Site is a UNESCO World-Heritage Listed cultural attraction.
You’ll learn about Tasmania’s harsh convict history as you explore the
expansive grounds and preserved ruins. At Remarkable Cave, we’ll take you on
one of the best short walks in Tasmania to experience the impressive coastal
sand dunes of Crescent Bay. Finally, at Tasman Arch in Tasman National Park,
you’ll appreciate the impact of the powerful Southern Ocean on the highest sea
cliffs in Australia. We’ll return to Hobart in the afternoon as our tour of
Tasmania comes to an end.