Tasmanian Expeditions

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11 Days Franklin River and Frenchmans Cap

This 11-day tour adds a challenging hike to the end of the Franklin River rafting expedition. You will complete a steep ascent from the river to the quartzite dome of Frenchman's Cap (1443 metres/4700 feet). Franklin River rafting is an opportunity to experience one of the world's last major wild rivers. The river forges its course through the rugged southwest of Tasmania, via unspoilt wilderness. Protected as World Heritage Area, the river flows through deep gorges, quiet pools and temperate rainforest. The Franklin River is well known for its moods and changes as it runs. Fluctuating water levels and superb rapids are handled carefully by highly experienced rafting guides. While any rafting descent of the Franklin River is challenging, it is not necessary to have previous rafting experience. A sound level of fitness is essential as the tour can be physical demanding. At the end of each day, enjoy comfortable camping areas and delicious meals prepared for you. Relax as part of a small crew as you explore the remote wilderness of southwest Tasmania. At the pinnacle of Frenchman's Cap, enjoy panoramic views over the entire South West National Park.

13 Days Tasmanian Panorama

Spectacular mountains, rolling farmlands and wild rivers await you in this panorama tour of Tasmania. In 13 days you will walk and cycle to some of Tasmania's finest destinations. From the Cradle Mountain region, the tour swings east toward the coast before heading to Hobart. Your tour begins with two days bushwalking, easy to moderate walks in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. The first trip is across button grass plains and alpine herb meadows to the silent waters of Dove Lake. If weather permits, the summit of Cradle Mountain is achievable. The following four days are spent in the Walls of Jerusalem, a region of towering rock walls and spectacular mountain peaks. Native pencil pines, waratah and lemon scented boronia open the senses to some of Tasmania's beautiful flora. From this point it is cycling for the remainder of the tour. Taking the scenic route from Launceston to Coles Bay, enjoy rolling pastures and magnificent coastal views. You will spend a night at Maria Island National Park before making your way to Hobart via the historic town of Richmond. Great food and refreshing variety ensure this tour offers the very best of Tasmania.

16 Days Port Davey and South Coast Track

This epic 16-day walk follows the Port Davey and South Coast Tracks into World Heritage Area. The expedition provides you with some of Tasmania's most rugged scenic beauty. Starting out at Scott's Peak Dam at the southern end of Lake Pedder you head south traversing beneath the Arthur Range towards the Lost World Plateau. Following the Spring River south you will make your way leisurely to Melaleuca. Extra time allowance is incorporated for side trips as well as safety for poor weather and river crossings. Fully rested and resupplied you will head south on the South Coast track. The next nine days is spent crossing mountain ranges and walking the deserted beaches. As with the South Coast Track, you finish this epic expedition at the remote southern outpost of Cockle Creek. This trip will only be offered as an extension to those participating in the South Coast Track expedition.

Eight Days Cradle Mountain Overland Track

The Overland Track between Cradle Mountain and Lake St Clair is one of the world's best extended walks. National and international walkers are attracted to this magnificent area to experience the grandeur of its mountain ranges, the beauty of its unique vegetation and the pure solitude of wilderness. The 65 kilometre walk can normally be completed in five days, but this tour allows seven to ensure you have the chance to visit special points of interest along the way. Your schedule will permit time to visit the summit of some of the highest mountains in the state, possibly even Mount Ossa, the highest of all. Since groups are restricted to a maximum of 10 people, a real sense of group identity develops, making this wilderness experience one that will be truly memorable for you.

Five Days Frenchman's Cap Trek

This trek to Frenchman's Cap is the chance to visit one of Tasmania's most spectacular peaks. Frenchman's Cap, rising 1443 metres (4700 feet), towers over the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. The route is a 50 kilometre (31.06 mile) circuit starting at the Lyell Highway before crossing the Franklin River. You will walk to Lake Tahune, a lovely round tarn directly below Frenchman's Cap, through button grass plains and alpine terrain. Heading towards the peak, you will notice its white quartzite cap which gives the impression of permanent snow and the look of a traditional Frenchman's cap. From the summit, your panoramic views back towards Cradle Moutain-Lake St Clair National Park and the West Coast will be worth your trekking. At this point, the circuit will head back to the Lyell Highway ready for your awaiting bus on day five.

Half Day or One Day Rock Climbing Tour

Experience the challenge of abseiling and rock climbing in Launceston's Cataract Gorge. Just minutes from the city centre, the gorge offers a dramatic yet safe environment for half and full day tours. Dolerite columns make up the higher reaches of most of Tasmania's peaks and are ideal for rock climbing. Within the gorge there are over 200 short climbs ranging in difficulty to suit first timers through to avid rock-climbers. It is the ideal arena for climbing under the watchful eye of experienced guides. Customised tours for individuals and groups are also available on request.

Nine Days Franklin River Rafting

Franklin River rafting is an opportunity to experience one of the world's last major wild rivers. The river forges its course through the rugged southwest of Tasmania, via unspoilt wilderness. Protected as World Heritage Area, the river flows through deep gorges, quiet pools and temperate rainforest. The Franklin River is well known for its moods and changes as it runs. Fluctuating water levels and superb rapids are handled carefully by highly experienced rafting guides. While any rafting descent of the Franklin River is challenging, it is not necessary to have previous rafting experience. A sound level of fitness is essential as the tour can be physical demanding. At the end of each day, enjoy comfortable camping areas and delicious meals prepared for you. Relax as part of a small crew as you explore the remote wilderness of southwest Tasmania.

Nine Days South Coast Track

The South Coast Track lies within the Southwest National Park and offers a wild, magnificent journey. This tour takes you from Melaleuca in Tasmania's southwest corner to Cockle Creek on the edge of the settled southeast. The track is approximately 80 kilometres long. You pass through stands of temperate rainforest, along many golden beaches, over coastal ranges and beside quiet lagoons. The flight into Maleleuca is an added bonus enabling you, on a clear day, to see all of what makes southwest Tasmania so special. By allowing nine days for the trip you have ample time to appreciate the special points of interest along the way. Our schedule includes one complete rest day and four half-days to spend on side trips, fishing, swimming or just relaxing around the camp. A highlight of the trip is the sense of group identity that develops during the nine days together with a small group and virtually no outside contact.

Seven Days Cycle Tasmania

Cycle Tasmania takes you from Launceston to Hobart featuring rolling farmlands and spectacular coastal scenery. For seven days, fill your lungs with fresh air and experience Tasmania at pedalling pace. You will spend two days cycling through charming villages and farmland before heading toward Tasmania's sparkling east coast. Take a break from your bike here to explore Freycinet National Park on foot. Enjoy sweeping views of Wineglass Bay as experienced guides interpret flora and fauna along the way. The next stop is Maria Island, a unique offshore national park. With peaceful bays, rugged landscape and an intriguing history, this island lends itself well to discovery on bicycle. You will then make your way to Hobart, staying in small towns and enjoying delicious meals. The completion of your journey is an exhilarating decent of Hobart's Mount Wellington.

Seven Days Port Davey Sea Kayaking Expedition

Tasmania's World Heritage wilderness awaits you for seven exhilarating days of sea kayaking at Port Davey. For active outdoors people with kayaking experience, this expedition is ideal. Discover the ancient landscape as you negotiate Port Davey's wild and sometimes fickle temperament. This sea kayaking adventure will test even the most experienced paddler, but does not require you to be an expert. As the expedition advances, you are drawn closer to the Southern Ocean wilderness. Trips are limited to a group size of six, accompanied by two experienced guides.

Six Days Blue Tiers to Bay of Fires

This tour takes you on cabin-based day walks in the remote and sparsely populated northeast. The Blue Tier and Bay of Fires areas are steeped in history and natural wonder. Waterfalls, rainforests, pioneering history and wildlife are just a few of the highlights you will experience. The easy to moderate day walks will give you the opportunity to explore this magnificent region. Visit Ralph Falls, the Blue Tier Giant, a tree with an impressive 19.4 metre (62 foot) girth and Mount Victoria before heading to the last destination, the Bay of Fires. The Bay of Fires lies on the edge of the Mount William National Park, an area of unsurpassed wilderness. You have the time to wander along remote beaches and explore some of our local guides' favourite haunts. This exciting journey of discovery is enhanced by spending each night in local country accommodation chosen to accentuate this magnificent area.

Six Days Cradle and the West Walks

This tour starts at Cradle Mountain in the north of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Weather permitting you will reach the summit of Cradle Mountain and explore the glacially carved landscape. After two of nights in highland cabins you will head west into the distinctive quartz country characterised by jagged peaks, deep chasms, tannin stained streams and towering waterfalls. There are numerous short walks en route to the harbour village of Strahan on the west coast. There you can immerse yourself in its renowned pining, whaling and penal history. The tour travels to Lake St Clair in the centre of Tasmania. Walk through the cool temperate rainforest squeezed between deep dark waters and towering spires. Climb above the tree line to take in views of inaccessible south western Tasmania. Our return to Launceston passes through the ‘land of 3000 lakes,' all of them home to the wily trout. You will spend time at Liffey Falls before descending out of the wild country back to the cultivated patchwork of rural northern Tasmania.

Six Days Cradle Mountain and Walls of Jerusalem

This six day tour offers the best of Tasmania's harsh yet fragile highland national parks. The Walls of Jerusalem National Park is adjacent to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, providing an ideal opportunity to experience both. You will begin with two days bushwalking, easy to moderate walks in the Cradle Mountain region. From your cabin base, the first trip is across button grass plains on your way to the silent waters of Dove Lake. You may even venture up to the summit of Cradle Mountain. The following four days are spent in the Walls of Jerusalem, a region of deep shadowy lakes and dramatic rock walls. Native pencil pines, waratah and lemon scented boronia open your senses. You will reach base camp on the first day and circuit walks allow you to explore the area without backpacks. Wonder at living fossils in the numerous tarns. Investigate evidence of ice caps scouring the land and discover floral links to the Gondwanan supercontinent. Relax in the warm evening hues as your guides prepare sumptuous meals.

Six Days Cycle Tamar Valley and Western Tiers

This tour heads west as you enjoy carefree cycling along sealed country roads with minimum traffic. Enjoy picturesque farming country on Launceston's outskirts where the Great Western Tiers mountain range dominate the skyline. Take a deserved rest by the cascading waterfalls of Liffey Falls in the World Heritage Area. Your journey will take you through tall rainforests and farmland, offering a diverse range of bird and animal life. Continue along beneath the Great Western Tiers through country dotted with historic farm buildings. You will reach Mole Creek where limestone rock has been gradually dissolved by water to create over 200 caves. Let the experienced guides interpret the features of these caves such as sinkholes and limestone outcrops. The Tamar Valley is Tasmania's premier wine producing area. Spend two days exploring the abundance of historic and natural attractions, while gently cycling along the scenic river's edge. There is time to visit vineyards and sample the local produce.

Six Days Heritage Cycle Tasmania

Absorb the colonial heart of Tasmania as you cycle along this unique heritage tour. It is the ultimate active holiday; combining idyllic cycling, delicious food and delightful heritage bed and breakfast accommodation. Your cycle route meanders from Launceston to Hobart taking in some of Australia's oldest free settled pastoral lands and notorious penal sites. You will journey via the breathtaking east coast and amazing natural wonders of the Tasman Peninsular. Experience views of rolling pastures to the distant Western Tiers mountain range and islands off the coast. Sealed but infrequently used roads will offer breathtaking scenery and a minibus will carry you past the less scenic sections. Indulge your senses each mealtime with the scent and flavour of fresh local produce. This will be prepared by your guides or a local chef. In the evening, step back to a former era in splendidly restored properties and your private en suite room. Relax in the lounge or garden with a glass of local wine or a chilled beer.

Six Days Walls of Jerusalem Circuit

This tour takes you through the pristine wilderness of the Walls of Jerusalem National Park. After a half-day trek up to the base camp on the plateau, you explore this once glaciated region on walks carrying only a day pack. This is a rare opportunity to experience unspoilt wilderness including sparkling tarns, majestic mountain peaks and grassy valleys where wildflowers and wildlife abound. You will have the opportunity to climb Mount Jerusalem, The Temple and Solomon's Throne as well visiting the Wailing Wall and Lake Ball. Other highlights of the park include Lake Adelaide and Lake Myrtle. Weather permitting you may reach the summit of Mount Ragoona. The magnificent backdrop for your journey will be the spectacular view of mountains along the Overland Track including Mount Ossa, Cradle Mountain and Pelion East to name a few. .

Three Days Cradle Mountain Walk

This tour explores the magnificent World Heritage Area of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. For three days you carry only a day pack as you explore the small lakes, waterfalls and rainforest region of Cradle Valley. A number of walking options are available from easy through to more challenging treks. The final stage to the summit of Cradle Mountain can be difficult and therefore is optional and weather dependent. Enjoy the Cradle Valley as it comes alive at dusk with Bennetts wallabies, wombats and even spotted quolls and Tasmanian devils roaming. Each night you will return to the comfort of Black Jack Cabins located just outside the national park.

Three Days Freycinet Walk

Explore Freycinet National Park on Tasmania's east coast and Douglas Apsley National Park nearby. This three day walk includes secluded bays, white sand beaches and sheer granite cliffs. Enjoy fabulous meals and comfortable cabins in the village of Coles Bay, on the edge of Freycinet National Park. Carrying only a day pack, experience the abounding wildlife and notice the in-season wildflowers. This tour will take you along paths trodden for tens of thousands of years. Discover the magic of orange granite headlands and hear the rolling ocean swell.

Three Days Sea Kayaking Bathurst Harbour

Experience the heart of Tasmania's World Heritage wilderness sea kayaking at Bathurst Harbour for three days. This pristine and spectacular waterway in Tasmania's southwest is virtually land-locked and appears quiet and serene. If you have little paddling or outdoors experience, this is the ideal tour to experience the stunning landscape from sheltered waters. You will be based from a standing camp on the bank of Melaleuca Inlet. The camp has recently been updated to provide environmentally sensitive amenities. For those active outdoors people, please note a full seven-day Port Davey sea kayaking expedition is available.

Two Days Cycle Tamar River and Historic Towns

This tour heads south from Launceston towards the historic town of Evandale through rolling farming country. Cycle past the old villages of St Leonards and White Hills. There are magnificent views of Mount Barrow and Ben Lomond. The afternoon is spent cycling beside hawthorn hedges planted by early British settlers. There are patchwork fields with the spectacular Western Tiers as a backdrop. You spend the night at a delightful bed and breakfast in the Georgian village of Longford, settled in the early 1800s. Here you relax and enjoy a sumptuous meal and a good night's sleep before heading north. You then have a full day on your bike exploring the picturesque Tamar Valley, well known for its fine food, wine, history, heritage and natural attractions.

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