3.5 Day West Coast Explorer (Hobart to Hobart)

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A country of pristine natural wilderness that ranges from tranquil coastal enclaves to craggy mountain ridges, travelling in Tasmania is sure to delight even the most discerning nature buff. Be dwarfed by the towering hardwood trees in the land of the giants, captivated by the soft colours of the Derwent Valley and awed by the sublime waterfalls in Mt Field N...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Drive through the Derwent Valley's picturesque landscape
    • Admire the delicate beauty of Russell Falls
    • Take a stroll along Ocean Beach's windswept sand dunes
    • Navigate the Gordon and Franklin rivers of the Strahan region
    • Hike in the superb natural bushland of Cradle Mountain National Park
    • Soak up the natural scenery of Tasmania's Midlands

What's this trip about?

    A country of pristine natural wilderness that ranges from tranquil coastal enclaves to craggy mountain ridges, travelling in Tasmania is sure to delight even the most discerning nature buff. Be dwarfed by the towering hardwood trees in the land of the giants, captivated by the soft colours of the Derwent Valley and awed by the sublime waterfalls in Mt Field National Park. Stroll along the endless dunes of Ocean Beach, explore the Gordon and Franklin rivers by boat, sea plane or kayak and hike through the gorgeous alpine scenery of Cradle Mountain. This three-day circuit journey that begins and finishes in Hobart is sure to leave lasting impressions of Tasmania's stunning natural scenery.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityHobart
End CityHobart

Destinations

  • Australia

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Travel Map

Day 1 Hobart

Welcome to beautiful Hobart. As this trip departs for the island's west coast early on the first day, consider arriving a few days early to explore the city's attractive waterfront area and impressive bar and restaurant scene. Leave the city behind and travel through ...

Day 2 Strahan

Marvel at the eerie sight of half submerged whale bones found lying among the Henty Dunes of Ocean Beach. Travel on to Strahan, a picturesque town overlooking the sea. One of the best ways to see this area’s beauty is from the water – perhaps cruise the Gordon River or explore the Tarkine Rainforest and the highest waterfall in Tasmania - Montezuma Falls.

Day 3 Launceston

Trade Tasmania's wild west coast for its rugged interior and venture inland to Cradle Mountain National Park. Choose between a number of hiking trails to explore this World Heritage Area – there are tracks catering to every level of fitness. Stop by the town of Sheffield, renowned for its attractive murals, before arriving in Launceston.

Day 4 Hobart

Travel through the Tasmanian Midlands back to Hobart – the final destination on this West Coast Explorer adventure.

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Price per day$118
Last Updated: 12/4/2021

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hostel (3 nts),

Transportation & Flights

Minibus,

Transportation & flights

Minibus
Requirements
Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey. Please note this tour is operated by our experienced partners 'Under Down Under'. A strict luggage limit of 15kg applies to this tour. What to Bring: sturdy walking shoes, hat and sunscreen, towel and toiletries, swimming gear in summer, warm clothing (even in summer), waterproof jacket and pants, water bottle, insect repellent, and camera. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, and traditional owner/national park requirements. Travel Insurance is compulsory for all travellers on all tours and details must be presented to your tour guide before departure.,
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Meals Included

Meals

3 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Our Original style trips have a great balance of included activities with your group and free time to explore independently. Where we stay ensures we keep our travellers firmly entrenched in a region’s people and culture, and provides them with unique local experiences that benefits the community too. In most locations we stay in simple tourist-class hotels (i.e. 2-3 stars), plus on many trips you'll also get to experience a night with a local family on a homestay or something a little different like a Bedouin camp in the Sahara. Original style trips come with all manner of transport modes and use a mixture of local and private transport. You might find yourself sailing in a dhow in Zanzibar, jumping on a rickshaw in Sri Lanka or sailing on a yacht through the Galapagos. No matter the mode, it's all about minimising our environmental impact and making getting around part of the adventure.

Finish point

  • Select Hobart Accommodation
  • Hobart
  • Hobart
  • Tasmania
  • AUSTRALIA
Trip ID
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