Itinerary
Tour day-by-day
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Day 1: Launceston to Cradle Mountain
Be met at 1.00 pm at the Launceston Transit Centre by your local guide and start your journey to UNESCO Word Heritage listed Cradle Mountain National Park. En-route, stop in Sheffield to see the famous murals. Travel through lush rolling farm pasture before reaching the alpine bush of the Cradle Valley. Enjoy an introduction to this captivating alpine environment before settling in at your accommodation for the night.
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Lodge
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Day 2: Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake
Today you will be mesmerised by the beautiful alpine landscapes of Cradle Mountain, where in many places, dolerite cracked into vertical columns has resulted in spectacular sculpted mountains and cliffs. On a clear day the rugged grandeur of Cradle Mountain is reflected in the tranquil waters of Dove Lake, or you may experience the drama of its craggy peaks through swirling mist. Your guide will introduce you to the many endemic fauna and flora species of the region, including magical forests of Pandani, Sassafras, King Billy Pines and species such as echidnas, Pademelons and wombats
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Lodge
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Day 3: Cradle Mountain to Strahan
Depart the Cradle Valley and travel to towards the rugged Tasmanian west-coast. Pass old but still active mining towns such as Roseberry and Tullah. In Zeehan, visit the very informative West-Coast heritage centre. The centre offers a unique insight to the history of the West Coast of Tasmania and gives visitors a comprehensive experience and understanding of the heritage of the area, adding value and significance to your visit of this beautiful region of Tasmania. Arrive in Strahan in the later hours of this afternoon.
Accommodation: Strahan Village
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Day 4: Strahan to Lake St Clair
This morning, be transferred to Queenstown where you board the nostalgic West-Coast Wilderness railway. Join our four-hour Rack and Gorge tour and take a heritage steam train journey through remote rainforest to the incredible King River Gorge, turning at Dubbil Barril before returning to Queenstown. In the afternoon, continue the scenic journey on the road and visit a mining pit and waterfalls before you arrive at Derwent Bridge on the picturesque Lake St Clair.
Accommodation: Derwent Bridge Wilderness Hotel
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Day 5: Lake St Clair & Mt Field National Park
After a hearty breakfast your guide takes you into Mount Field National Park, the oldest in the state. Be mesmerised by the lush forest landscapes, from eucalyptus temperate rainforest to alpine moorland. Explore the green forest canopy where you can crane your neck to see some of the tallest flowering trees in the world. This cool temperate rainforest allows you the opportunity to search for some of Tasmania’s 12 endemic bird species including Scrub Tit, Black Currawong and Tasmanian Thornbill. After lunch (own expense), return to Hobart in the late afternoon where the tour concludes at around 4 pm.
Key Details
Group Size: Maximum of 12 guests
Private Touring: Available on request at additional cost. Please enquire directly with your group size & interests.
Languages: Fully guided German, French, Spanish, Portuguese private touring throughout Tasmania is available on request.
