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Tasmania's Freycinet Experience Walk





Walk through bushland, along the coast and up to the clifftops on Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula
Discover the raw beauty of Freycinet National Park on foot and by boat on this four-day walking adventure. Walk to the top of Bear Hill for sweeping views of the Freycinet Peninsula, head to a lookout for vistas of the globally renowned Wineglass Bay and see the towering White Water Wall. Set off on a coastal walk with plenty of opportunities for birdlife sightings or challenge yourself with a rewarding climb up Mt Graham for views of the dusty-pink Hazards Mountain Range. Tuck into fresh and local produce for dinner each night at a lodge set in the Friendly Beaches Reserve – the perfect spot for swimming or kicking back on the sand.
Start: Hobart, Australia
End: Hobart, Australia
- Duration
- 4 days
- Group size
- 5 to 10
- Minimum age
- 15 years old
- Style
- Comfort
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- Walking & trekking
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Why you'll love this trip
- Walk white sand beaches and take in sweeping coastal views as you go on walks with expert local guides. Climb up Bear Hill for panoramic views, then birdwatch during a coastal walk from Bryan’s Beach or embark on a challenging climb up Mt Graham.
- Dine on freshly prepared meals made from local produce and sip Tasmanian wine each night as you get to know your fellow travellers and swap stories from your walking adventures.
- Unwind at your lodge in the Friendly Beaches Reserve, where you’ll be surrounded by casuarinas (she-oaks), tea trees and banksias. And, catch glimpses of native wildlife from your doorstep.
- See Freycinet National Park from a different perspective when you explore by boat. Cruise down the peninsula to Schouten Island – the perfect spot for a swim, a picnic and maybe even a dolphin sighting!
- Witness the renowned natural beauty of Wineglass Bay, recognised on the World’s 50 Best Beaches list for its bright white sands and blue waters backdropped by lush green mountains.
Itinerary
Welcome to Tasmania! Your adventure begins in Hobart, or Nipaluna in the language of the Muwinina and Palawa peoples, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Hobart is now located. You’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers at 8 am, then transfer to Coles Bay on the Freycinet Peninsula. Board a boat for a cruise down the peninsula to Schouten Island. This island forms the southernmost point of Freycinet National Park, its coastline scattered with rocky bays and white-sand beaches. Keep an eye out for dolphins and seabirds like the Australasian gannet as you sail. Have a picnic lunch and maybe go for a swim, or alternatively go on a short walk up Bear Hill for panoramic views of the peninsula. Return to Coles Bay, then transfer to your lodge at Friendly Beaches for dinner this evening.
- Eco Lodge (1 night)
- Lunch
- Dinner
You’ll be picked up by your leader at 8 am this morning. It’s very important that you’re on time as you’ll transfer to your lodge straight after the meeting. Find more details in the ‘Joining Point Instructions’ section of your Essential Trip Information.
Your walking distance today will be approximately 3 km or 2 hours on a moderate trail.
Please note that today's boat trip to Schouten Island is weather dependent and may be rescheduled to another day or replaced with an alternative activity should the weather not allow safe delivery of the boat cruise.
Head out on another boat trip down the peninsula this morning. You’ll have a choice between two walks today. The first walk starts at Bryan’s Beach, taking you through sclerophyll forests and along beaches to reach Wineglass Bay. This walk is a great chance to encounter some local birdlife – you might see fairy terns, white-bellied sea eagles or cormorants. Or you could embark on a more challenging walk from Cook’s Beach to the top of Mt Graham at 579 m above sea level. From here, there are excellent views of the Hazards – a mountain range with a distinctive dusty-pink hue. You’ll then descend to Wineglass Bay via the Quartzite Ridge. Both groups will meet up at Wineglass Bay this afternoon for some time to swim in the clear waters and take in the picturesque surroundings. Climb to Wineglass Bay Lookout for some great views, then descend and transfer back to your lodge.
- Eco Lodge (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
For the coastal walk from Cook’s Beach, your walking distance will be approximately 14 km or 7 hours on a moderate trail.
For the climb up Mt Graham, your walking distance will be approximately 16 km or 8 hours on a challenging trail.
After breakfast, transfer to Bluestone Bay to begin today’s walk. See the towering cliff face of White Water Wall and explore the bay before climbing to the clifftop. Then, continue along an ancient track through sacred bushland once followed by the Toorernomairremener people of the Oyster Bay nation. As you walk, you’ll see a variety of native plants like xanthorrhoea (grass trees). Walk along the Friendly Beaches, maybe going for a refreshing dip in the clear waters, then arrive back at your lodge for some afternoon tea. Spend an evening relaxing at the lodge.
- Eco Lodge (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Your walking distance today will be approximately 14 km or 6 to 7 hours on an easy to moderate trail.
This morning, there’s the option to go on a walk along the ridgeline of Mt Mary, then down to Saltwater Lagoon where you can see black swans and pelicans nesting. Later this morning, tuck into some brunch, then go on one last walk along the Friendly Beaches to Isaac’s Point, soaking up your final glimpses of the unforgettable scenery of the Freycinet Peninsula. You’ll then be transferred back to Hobart, arriving in the early evening.
- Breakfast
Your walking distance today will be approximately 6 km or 3 hours on an easy trail.
If you’re flying out today, it’s highly recommended you book flights departing after 5.30 pm.
Inclusions and activities
Destinations
AustraliaMeals
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Walking, Private boat, Private vehicle
Accommodation
3 nights exclusive Eco Lodge
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Before you book you should know
- This is a hiking trip. Please come physically prepared and with the right hiking gear in order to complete the hikes safely and comfortably. Please read the trip notes carefully and take note of the packing list.
WALKING & TREKKING
This is a hiking trip. Please come physically prepared and with the right hiking gear in order to complete the hikes safely and comfortably. Please read the trip notes carefully and take note of the packing list.
START & END TIMES & LOCATION
We will collect you from our starting point location in central Hobart at 8am on Day 1 of the walk (please see the joining point section in the Essential Trip Information document for more information). On the last day we will transfer you to central Hobart by early evening. If you are flying out of Hobart on the last day we recommend you book flights no earlier than 5:30pm.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
It is very important that you advise us of any dietary requirements and allergies at least 2 weeks prior to departure. We need this information well ahead of time to be able organise catering for the trip. Freycinet's remote location means that specific food items will not be available on short notice, and once the trip has commenced changes to dietary requirements are not possible.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
As we operate in remote areas, you will need to bring all of your own personal medications with you. While our leaders are qualified in remote area or wilderness first aid and carry satellite phones, we do not carry any emergency medications. If a person requires urgent medical attention during the trip, it may take several hours or more for emergency services to attend the scene and take you to a medical facility. If you have any pre-existing medical issues that will affect your ability to complete the trip or may have an impact on other guests’ experiences and you do not disclose these prior to the departure, we reserve the right to remove you from the trip.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
Individual travellers receive a private room at no additional cost.
OPERATIONS
This trip is operated by our trusted partner Freycinet Experience Walk in conjunction with Intrepid.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
Please note that the weather in Tasmania can change without notice, which may affect your itinerary. We reserve the right to alter the itinerary if deemed necessary for safety reasons. In particular the boat trip to Schouten Island is weather dependent and may be rescheduled to another day or replaced with an alternative activity should the weather not allow safe delivery of the boat cruise. Always carry additional warm clothing, including a waterproof outer layer.
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Travel and visa requirements
Nestled among native coastal bushland, Friendly Beaches Lodge offers a unique and sustainable stay within Freycinet National Park. Set on a private sanctuary just moments from the beach, it is the only accommodation located on the coastal side of the park, providing a peaceful and secluded experience.
After a day of walking, relax in the comfortable shared lounge, enjoy a hearty meal, and unwind in your private bedroom. The award-winning lodge is thoughtfully designed to blend with its natural surroundings, featuring inviting communal spaces, large picture windows, and stunning views of the landscape.
Accommodation is spread across two lodges, each offering four bedrooms, a lounge with fireplace, bathroom facilities, and shared living areas, with a maximum of five guests sharing each lodge. Individual travellers receive a private room at no additional cost.
Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
1 Macquarie Street,
Hobart
AUSTRALIA
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