Tasmania: 6-Day Comfort Tour for Wilderness and Wildlife

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Tasmania: 6-Day Comfort Tour for Wilderness and Wildlife

Name: Tasmania: 6-Day Comfort Tour for Wilderness and Wildlife
Address: Australia

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Created for mature travellers to explore Tasmania in comfort over 6 days. From Hobart, discover the West & East Coasts, Cradle Mountain, and Port Arthur. Expertly guided, small group, relaxed pace.

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Highlights

Discover the wonders of Tasmania on a 6-day comfort-style tour in a small group
See the stunning Bay of Fires and Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park
Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site and learn about Tasmania's convict history
Cruise along the Gordon River and see Tasmanian Devils at a wildlife sanctuary
Visit the alpine mountain scenery of Cradle Mountain and see wildlife in nature

Description

Discover the wonders of Tasmania on a 6-day nature-based tour. As part of a small group, depart Hobart and venture deep into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Explore the alpine scenery at Cradle Mountain, and be amazed by the pristine coastlines at the Bay of Fires and Wineglass Bay. Lastly, discover historic Port Arthur and Richmond. Day 1: Hobart to Queenstown Begin your wilderness experience in Mount Field National Park. Walk amongst some of the world’s tallest trees and the cascading Russell Falls. Visit Australia’s deepest freshwater lake, Lake St Clair. Enjoy short walks along the tannin-colored waters of the Franklin River and Nelson Falls. Overnight in Queenstown. Day 2: Gordon River Cruise to Tullah Cruise along the magnificent Gordon River. Explore the convict site of Sarah Island and venture into the World Heritage rainforests with ancient huon pines. Enjoy lunch aboard the ship featuring Tasmanian produce. Journey to the tiny town of Tullah. Take in magnificent views across Lake Rosebery and see the rugged peaks of Mount Murchison. Share in a group dinner and relax in the lakeside chalet. Overnight Tullah. Day 3: Tullah to Launceston via Cradle Mountain Experience the iconic Cradle Mountain National Park. At Ronny Creek, meander along the boardwalk to look for wombats. At Dove Lake, spend 2-3 hours circling the glacial carved lake beneath towering mountains and diverse alpine vegetation. Or, take in the valley views from the Boat Shed or Glacial Rock. This afternoon, enjoy the “Town of Murals” at Sheffield, before arriving in Launceston. Day 4: Bay of Fires to Bicheno Visit Cataract Gorge, a scenic nature reserve just minutes from downtown Launceston. Travel to the East Coast where you’ll enjoy lunch in St Helens before exploring the Bay of Fires. Stroll along the white sands of the pristine beaches. Turquoise waters and rust-colored boulders make this scenery remarkable. This evening, stay in Bicheno, the East Coast’s loveliest coastal town and home to the little penguin. Day 5: Freycinet National Park to Eaglehawk Neck Freycinet National Park has secluded bays, pristine beaches, diverse forests, and pink granite mountains. At Honeymoon Bay, discover the stunning pink peaks of the Hazards Mountains. A walk to the Wineglass Bay Lookout provides postcard views of the curved white beach, while at Cape Tourville you can take in panoramic views of the Tasman Sea and Freycinet coastlines. Continue south and see the scenery change as you reach the gateway to the stunning Tasman Peninsula at Eaglehawk Neck. Day 6: Eaglehawk Neck to Hobart Wander down to the geological wonder of the Tessellated Pavement and explore other parts of the magnificent Tasman Peninsula such as Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen. See Tasmanian devils and other wildlife at a nature sanctuary, before visiting the open-air museum of Port Arthur Historic Site. Return to Hobart via the colonial village of Richmond, where your journey comes to an end.

Includes

Accommodation for 5 nights in motel Meals: Breakfast x 4, Lunch x 1 and Dinner x 3 Gordon River Cruise Tasmanian Devils Port Arthur Historic Site entry and harbour cruise National Park fees Guided walks

Important Information

Be prepared for various weather conditions Wear comfortable walking shoes Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated Sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended Camera is a must for capturing the stunning landscapes