Exploring Tasmania’s Wilderness and History in 6 Days

Thursdays (Oct to May) and Saturdays (Oct to April)
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  • Hostel
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Hostel Dorm Shared - $300.00 deposit. Full payment would need to be made once the reservation is fully confirmed by us.
AUD $1,051.00 $1,095.00
Hostel Twin/Double - $300.00 deposit. Full payment would need to be made once the reservation is fully confirmed by us.
AUD $1,205.00 $1,255.00
Hostel Single - $300.00 deposit. Full payment would need to be made once the reservation is fully confirmed by us.
AUD $1,560.00 $1,625.00
Motel Twin/Double - $300.00 deposit. Full payment would need to be made once the reservation is fully confirmed by us.
AUD $1,397.00 $1,455.00
Motel Single - $300.00 deposit. Full payment would need to be made once the reservation is fully confirmed by us.
AUD $1,915.00 $1,995.00

Tour Information

For tour meeting point and time, please take the tour vouchers as the final confirmation. The meeting point and time in the tour info are only for reference. Enquire through our service: LINE ID: @fit_travel or Wechat: FIT_TRAVEL_AU

  • This tour departs Thursdays (Oct to May) and Saturdays (Oct to April)
  • Starts Hobart 7:30am
  • Finishes Hobart 5:30pm

About Explorer 6

Explore Tasmania’s natural beauty on this 6-day tour. Discover the wild West Coast and the alpine wilderness of Cradle Mountain. We’ll also explore Tasmania’s pristine beaches of the East Coast including Wineglass Bay and the Bay of Fires. You’ll love seeing Tasmanian Devils at a wildlife sanctuary and visiting kunanyi/Wellington Park. Our outstanding guides ensure we show you Tasmania’s highlights as well as plenty of hidden gems. This small group tour of Tasmania is eco-certified, has a focus on nature and wildlife, and involves short walks in Tasmania’s world-class national parks.

Exploring Tasmania’s Wilderness and Wildlife

Itinerary

Day 1: HOBART > STRAHAN

Today we will drive through the Western Wilds. We’ll walk among some of the world’s tallest trees and see the beautiful Russell Falls at Mount Field National Park. We’ll visit the expansive Lake St Clair, Australia’s deepest freshwater lake. The drive through the Franklin-Gordon National Park offers pristine rainforest and mountain scenery. You’ll enjoy the rugged scenery around the old mining town of Queenstown before arriving in the charming harbourside village of Strahan.

Overnight: Strahan

 

Day 2 : WILD WEST COAST

The untouched wilderness of Tasmania’s West Coast is today’s playground. In the Tarkine rainforest we’ll walk to Tasmania’s highest waterfall, Montezuma Falls, then explore the gigantic Henty Sand Dunes. Alternatively, today you have the option of cruising the scenic Gordon River (own cost). Later at Ocean Beach we’ll breathe the world’s freshest air. Back in Strahan, with luck our guide can help you find the unique platypus.

Overnight: Strahan

Day 3 :CRADLE MOUNTAIN > LAUNCESTON

At the alpine and glacial carved World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain National Park, choose a walk to suit your fitness. The Dove Lake circuit is one of the best short walks in Australia, while the walk to Marion’s Lookout is more challenging but offers incredible alpine views. After looking for wombats at Ronny Creek, we’ll leave the highlands, stopping at the Town of Murals (Sheffield) before enjoying the historic city of Launceston at your leisure.

Overnight: Launceston

 

Day 4 :LAUNCESTON > BICHENO

Discover Launceston’s picturesque Cataract Gorge and look for local wallabies, then we’ll hit the road for some breathtaking East Coast scenery. Enjoy lunch in St Helens before walking along the white sands of the magical Bay of Fires. We’ll take our time to savour the coastal views as we travel south to the picturesque fishing village of Bicheno where little penguins can be seen emerging from the sea.

Overnight: Bicheno

Day 5 : FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK > HOBART

Freycinet is Tasmania’s most famous coastal National Park, and today you’ll explore its beaches, forests, coves, and lookouts. See the pink granite Hazards mountain range from tranquil Honeymoon Bay. Then, you may be keen for a challenging climb to the summit of Mt Amos. Alternatively, you may prefer to walk to the lookout to view the curved white sands of Wineglass Bay and continue to the beach below.  Finally, we’ll take in the stunning ocean and mountain views from Cape Tourville before returning to Hobart via the Great Eastern Drive.

Overnight: Hobart

Day 6 : TASMANIAN DEVILS, RICHMOND & WELLINGTON PARK

Bonorong is Tasmania’s best-known conservation and wildlife sanctuary. Here we’ll meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils. Then, we’ll enjoy walking around the colonial village of Richmond. We return to Hobart via the scenic Coal River Valley, and make our way to Wellington Park, known locally as “The Mountain” or by its palawa name, kunanyi.  Here our guide will provide an experience which explores its diverse features such as fern glades, eucalyptus forests, dramatic rock columns and boulder fields. There are superb walking tracks to spectacular lookouts. This is our final experience together as our tour comes to an end.


How active is this tour?

  • The walking in Tasmania is world-class, and we’ve selected beautiful walking experiences for our guests (we include many of the 60-great-short-walks of Tasmania)
  • Some walks are guided, while others are unguided (free walking)
  • In many locations there is a choice between an easier or more advanced option
  • Essentially, you can make this as active or as easy as you like; all walks are optional and range from 20 minutes up to 4 hours

Accommodation Options:

This tour offers Hostel and Motel style accommodation options.

  • Motel style accommodations are based on private rooms with ensuite facilities
  • If booking Twin or Double accommodation options, a minimum of 2 persons is required. We are unable to match up single travellers into a Twin share option
  • Hostel Dorm style accommodation is based on same gender dormitory rooms with shared same-gender bathrooms. Own toiletries and towels are required
  • Hostel Twin/Double and Single rooms have shared same-gender bathrooms

Tour Inclusions

  • Accommodation for 5 nights
  • National Park entry fees
  • Guided commentary, guided walks and free walking options
  • Entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to see Tasmanian devils
  • Pick-ups and drop-offs at selected Hobart CBD locations. Airport drop off available upon request.

Tour Exclusions

  • Any meals not indicated within the itinerary – at the guest’s own expense. We provide plenty of opportunities for guests to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended
  • Personal expense
  • Additional activity options available (at own expense): Gordon River Cruise, Strahan Theatre - "The Ship that Never Was", Bicheno Evening Penguin tour

Transportation

Hobart CBD Hostel and motel pickups and drop offs. Airport Drop offs also available on request

Notices

  • All prices are quoted in Australian dollars and include GST.
  • What to bring: Camera, Drink bottle, Comfortable trail walking shoes, Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, Clothes to suit conditions (layers are a good idea), Waterproof jacket (just in case), Swimwear and towel (conditions permitting)

F & Q

  • Is there wifi available at your accommodation? do we need to bring our own bedding?
    Yes, Wifi is available and bedding is included at all our accommodation options. You do not need to bring along any bedding.
  • Are meals included?
    All our tours are self-catering; there are plenty of food-stops where you can purchase from restaurants, cafes, take-aways or even supermarkets should you be accommodated in a hostel and wish to use the hostel’s kitchen facilities. We ask guests to please bring their own reusable water bottles and keep-cups for coffees, and to recycle when services are available. We also encourage guests to try local seasonal produce while supporting local farmers and businesses. Our guides can give you recommendations to help you try Tasmanian food and produce.
  • Who will I meet on the tour?
    Get ready to tour Tasmania with like-minded travellers from all parts of the world. A typical group will include a mix of nationalities and ages. For this reason we are a great option for solo travellers, couples, and groups who are excited for Tasmania’s wild places and wildlife.
  • Age restrictions
    We have a minimum age of 8 years old. There is no maximum age provided as long as you have a good sense of adventure and a reasonable level of fitness to ensure all guests get the most from the tour and can take part on the walks included each day.
  • Buses and group size
    Our maximum group size is 24 guests plus the tour guide. These small group sizes allow you plenty of time to get to know your fellow travellers and guide. Our tours are conducted in modern, comfortable air-conditioned buses. Luggage for multi-day tours is carried in a trailer.
  • Baggage allowances
    You may bring a backpack or suitcase up to 20kg that will be stored securely in our trailer during the day and unloaded each evening. We recommend bring a smaller day pack to store your daily essentials such as drinks, jackets and sunscreen while on tour.

Cancellation Policy

No refund if cancel after order is placed.

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