Walk the Tasman Peninsula

Day 1: Hobart / Port Arthur

Welcome to Tasmania! Your walking adventure begins in Hobart. Meet your local leader and travel companions for a 9am welcome meeting and pick up something tasty to have later for lunch. Take a short walk to ningina tunapri -TMAG’s Tasmanian Aboriginal culture gallery to start our journey off by connecting to Traditional Owners of this Tasmania. Then say goodbye to Hobart and make tracks for the historic village of Port Arthur. On arrival, learn more about Port Arthur’s history as a former penal colony on a guided tour of the historic site. Once the sun goes down, you’ll also have the option to uncover the village’s spooky past during an after dark tour.

Accommodation

• Motel (1 night)

Included Activities

• nipaluna/Hobart – ningina tunapri TMAG’s Tasmanian Aboriginal culture gallery
• Port Arthur Historic Site – Entry and tour

Optional Activities

• Port Arthur – After Dark Tour – AUD35

Meals Included

There are no meals included on this day.

Special Information

Make sure you are on time for this morning’s important meeting, as the group will start their adventure straight after. Please note that the After Dark Tour in Port Arthur is available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings only. Your leader can assist you with booking this activity during your trip.

Day 2: Tasman Peninsula / Port Arthur

Fuel up for the day ahead with breakfast at your accommodation, then drive to the trailhead of the Cape Raoul track. Follow the trail away from the coast through heathland which eventually gives way to views of the showstopping dolerite cliffs of the Tasman National Park. Walk along a plateau alive with yellow-flecked coastal scrub as glimpses of Mt Brown, Arthurs Peak, Mt Fortescue and the soaring cliffs of Cape Pillar are revealed to you. Finally, you’ll come upon the dramatic and jagged spires of Cape Raoul, an unusual and fascinating sight. Pause for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot along the track, then head back along the same path before returning to Port Arthur for an evening at leisure.

 

Accommodation

• Motel (1 night)

Included Activities

• Tasman Peninsula – Cape Raoul Track

Meals Included

• Breakfast
• Lunch

Special Information

Today’s walk is a Grade 4 walk, 14km return taking 5-6 hours. The track is newly refurbished, but there are hazardous cliffs and unprotected track edges so care, surefootedness and attention are crucial.

Day 3: Tasman Peninsula / Port Arthur

Jutting into the Tasman Sea, the dolerite columns and sea stacks of Cape Hauy are really something special. Head out to explore this unique landscape today, setting out after breakfast to the walking track’s trailhead. First walk through delightful woodland and heath, dotted with colourful wildflowers, then descend towards the cape along a steep set of stone steps. Stop en route for a picnic lunch and take the opportunity to admire your incredible surroundings. Continue along to Cape Hauy and feel like you’re on the edge of the earth as wild waves crash into the striking dolerite formations. Once you’ve had your fill of stunning scenery, return the way you came and head back to Port Arthur for an evening at leisure.

 

Accommodation

• Motel (1 night)

Included Activities

• Tasman Peninsula – Cape Hauy Track

Meals Included

• Breakfast
• Lunch

Special Information

Today’s walk is a Grade 3 walk, approximately 10km return and takes around 4-5 hours. It involves an undulating track, steep set of stone steps and an equally steep ascent.

Day 4: Tasman Peninsula / Hobart

This morning it’s time to stretch your legs and head out on your final walk. Visit the aptly named Remarkable Cave which impresses with its sea-carved sandstone tunnels, then continue through sand dunes, past the Maingon Blowhole and along the coastline. Finish your walk by heading to the secluded and absolutely beautiful Crescent Bay. Return to Port Arthur and perhaps grab some lunch Return to Hobart in the afternoon, arriving at around 5pm, at which point your adventure will come to an end.

Included Activities

• Tasman Peninsula – Remarkable Cave to Crescent Bay Walk

Meals Included

• Breakfast

Special Information

We have removed the included visit to the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo due to t contravening our Animal Welfare Policy.

Today’s walk is a Grade 4 walk, approximately 7.5km return and takes around 4 hours. To get to Crescent Beach involves a scramble over large rocks.