Mt. Beattie, Port Davey
Mt. Beattie is an easy to moderate walk located close to magnificent Port Davey. The raw and remote beauty of this wilderness area is enhanced by the breathtaking views over Bathurst Channel and Bathurst Harbour.
Walk Details:
›› 3 hours return
›› Grade 2/3 walk – some bush-walking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps.
›› Prepare with: a raincoat, woolen jumper or polar-fleece jacket, sturdy walking shoes or boots, and a sun hat.
Grandvewe Cheeses
Enjoy a tour and tasting at Grandvewe Cheeses, the only organic sheep cheesery in Australia. Taste up to 8 different products and view the process of cheese making from paddock to palate. Explore the Woodbridge Marine Discovery Center and learn about and meet species including lobsters, urchins and octopuses. Explore Huon Cruise and quaint Franklin Township, the oldest town in the region. Visit the Wooden Boat School and meet the craftsmen who hand-make each vessel.
Cape Hauy, Three Capes
Cape Hauy (part of the Three Capes Walk) is a medium difficulty walk through an extraordinary landscape. Experience views of Fortescue Bay from Mt. Fortescue and the dolerite columns at the tip of Cape Hauy.
Walk Details:
›› 4 hours return (4.4 km one way)
›› Grade 3 walk – some bush-walking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps.
›› Some hazardous cliffs and unprotected track edges – supervise children.
›› Prepare with: a raincoat, woolen jumper or polar-fleece jacket, sturdy walking shoes or boots, and a sun hat.
Fortescue Bay to Waterfall Bay
The Fortescue Bay to Waterfall Bay trail is noted for providing an experience of some of the most magnificent coastline in Tasmania. The rainforest and blue gum stands and views of the Tasman Peninsula are nothing short of spectacular. At the end of this longer medium grade walk, the Coral Discoverer is waiting to collect hikers.
Walk Details:
›› 7 hours return (16 km one way)
›› Grade 3 walk – some bush-walking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps.
›› Some hazardous cliffs and unprotected track edges – supervise children.
›› Prepare with: a raincoat, woolen jumper or polar-fleece jacket, sturdy walking shoes or boots, and a sun hat.
Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay
The spectacular peninsula of Freycinet is crafted from pink granite peaks – the Hazard mountains – surrounded by azure bays and backed by dry eucalyptus forest. Enjoy a hike to the Wineglass Bay Lookout and later, join a beachcombers walk along Wineglass Bay, consistently voted one of the most breathtaking beaches in the world.
Walk Details:
›› 1 – 1.5 hours return (3 km return)
›› Grade 3 walk – steep uphill climb one-way with rough bush steps.
›› Prepare with: water bottle, sturdy walking shoes or boots, and a sun hat.
Bishop and Clerk
Bishop and Clerk is a challenging walk located in Maria Island National Park. Pass through diverse landscapes of grasslands and forest to emerge overlooking a dramatic and sweeping view of the Southern Ocean.
Walk Details:
›› 3.5 hours return (12 km return)
›› Grade 4 walk – bush-walking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough, and steep. Signage may be limited.
›› Supervise children, hazardous cliffs, unprotected track edges, rock screed scramble.
›› Prepare with: a raincoat, woolen jumper or polar-fleece jacket, sturdy walking shoes or boots, and a sun hat.
Other recommendations may include: thermal pants, warm gloves, and a woolen beanie.
Fluted Cape, Bruny Island
The Fluted Cape walk on Bruny Island is a moderate walk that stays close to the coastal cliffs, providing spectacular views of Fluted Cape and the distant Tasman Peninsula. Bruny Island showcases rich history, magnificent scenery and abundant wildlife.
Walk Details:
›› 2.5 hours return (5.4 km circuit)
›› Grade 4 walk – bush-walking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough, and steep. Signage may be limited.
›› Some hazardous cliffs and unprotected track edges – supervise children.
›› Prepare with: a raincoat, woolen jumper or polar-fleece jacket, sturdy walking shoes or boots, and a sun hat.
Port Arthur Historic Site
Be sent back in time and gain an understanding of the life of convicts that built Tasmania at Port Arthur Historic Site. This is Australia’s most evocative convict site housing Britain and Australia’s "worst" criminals. Participate in an exclusive "behind the scenes" tour guided by a resident archaeologist. The tour features private collections and historical buildings not accessible to the public.
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