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Bay of Fires Walk

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$2,150*

Bay of Fires Walk

Escorted Walks Of Tasmania: Walk Option 4

Grade: The walk is suited to those who are medically fit and healthy and have an active lifestyle

Explore the pristine East Coast of Tasmania during the four day Bay of Fires Tasmania Walks. Led by well-informed guides, small groups traverse this wonderfully remote landscape offering an awe-inspiring escape with beautiful flora and fauna just awaiting your discovery. Enjoy sumptuous meals created from fresh Tasmanian produce; experience the best practice in sustainable tourism and stay in unique East Coast Tasmania accommodation including the award-winning Bay of Fires Lodge.

Inclusions
  • Return transfers between Launceston and the walk base
  • Small group touring between 4-10 pax
  • Breakfast on the day of departure
  • 1 night at Forester Beach Camp and 2 nights at Bay of Fires Lodge - twin share
  • All meals and non-alcoholic beverages, plus a limited selection of Tasmanian wines
  • National Park pass
  • Use of a backpack and Gore-tex jacket for the duration of the walk
  • Two qualified guides for the duration of the walk

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Highlights

2 Professional Guides
Small Group Tour
Bay of Fires Lodge
All Meals

Itinerary

Day 1: Launceston to Mt. William National Park


Walking Time: 4hrs Distance: 9km


After a light breakfast, gear check and introductions, we journey to Mt. William via a scenic route that includes the rich pastoral landscapes of Scottsdale and the tin-mining town of Derby. We reach the Northern part of the Mt. William National Park and begin walking at Boulder Point. Views to the North include the Bass Strait Islands (Flinders, Cape Barren, etc). Lunch is enjoyed on one of the many pristine beaches accompanied by native birds, interesting shells and marine artifacts. Many secluded beaches are tucked between sand-dunes, and offshore rocks and separated rocky headlands. The evening is spent at Forester Beach camp in twin-share, semi-permanent tents. Meals are usually spent relaxing on the deck and enjoying the surrounds of the dune swale location.

 

Day 2: Forester Beach camp Eddystone Point and Bay of Fires Lodge


Walking Time: 7hrs Distance: 14km


Following a relaxed breakfast we walk south, absorbing the magnificent coastline colours and solitude. Walking along ridgelines of sand-dunes, one can enjoy views across heath lands and the ocean to the east. Exploration of the marsupial lawns often reveals quiet native animals and the many tracks they leave behind. Lunch is at one of the sheltered coves along the way to Eddystone Point Lighthouse. The afternoon is spent in the seclusion of beaches and coves followed by afternoon tea at the Bay of Fires Lodge. The evening is spent relaxing at the majestic Bay of Fires Lodge, in twin share or double rooms. Meals are prepared by your lodge hosts and guides and accompanied by fine Tasmanian wine and beer. The library can be a source of reference material or just light reading as well as games for the evening.

 

Day 3: Kayaking and enjoying the area


Based at the Lodge, the day is yours to decide how you would like to enjoy the area. Rise early and experience the many native birds accompanying the dawn, or, if you’re lucky, watch whales glide down the coast or dolphins surfing waves. Or sleep late and be woken by the aroma of a hot-cooked breakfast and freshly brewed coffee. During the day you can kayak down the Anson River and experience the riparian ecology of this winding river. Cross the bird rich waters of Anson Bay and conclude with a stroll over the dunes of Abbotsbury Peninsula back to the lodge. Or you can fish, snorkell in the marine nursery, explore the nearby shell coves or just enjoy the surroundings of the lodge. In the evening go for a walk where you may encounter wombats, wallabies, forester kangaroos, possums or even a Tasmanian devil. The night sky is an awesome spectacle from the pristine vantage point of the lodge and its surrounds. Your accommodation is again at the lodge.

 

Day 4: Return rejuvenated


Walking Time:1hrs Distance: 4km

Following a leisurely breakfast, allowing time for a morning swim or walk, we depart the lodge. Walking through eucalypt forests and coastal heath land, many native birds can be seen and heard (including the endemic black cockatoo). After enjoying lunch, your return trip takes you through the picturesque Fingal Valley en route to our walkers' base at Quamby Estate. After a well-earned glass of wine and peaceful rest, return to your lodgings for the evening or perhaps catch a late flight home.

 

This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond the operators control.

Prices & Tour Dates


Valid for sale until 1 May 12, or sold out
Valid for travel on selected dates between 1 Oct 11 - 1 May 12

Fares are per person in Australian dollars based on twin occupancy*. Please contact your NRMA Travel consultant for a full range of fares and current availability.

Travel Dates Price
1 Jan 12 - 31 Mar 12 $2,150*
1 Apr 12 - 1 May 12 $2,600*

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*Terms & Conditions

  • All fares are Australian dollars inclusive of GST, per person twin share, subject to change & availability
  • Offers are subject to availability and can change without notice and are available until sold out
  • Valid for sale 1 May 12, or sold out
  • Valid for travel on selected dates between 1 Oct 11 - 1 May 12
  • +Book by 30 Nov 11 & receive a $100 discount per booking
  • A non-refundable deposit of $400 per person is required at the time of booking
  • Valid for new bookings only, not combinable with any other discount or offer
  • Full payment required prior to travel
  • As a condition of booking you are required to advise on the booking form of any medical condition that may affect your participation in the trip. Trekking tours generally take place in remote areas where there is little or no access to normal medical services or hospital facilities for serious problems. Medical and evacuation expenses will be the responsibility of the participant. Tasmanian Expeditions reserves the right in its absolute discretion to refuse a participant the right to participate in a tour on medical or fitness grounds. Please ask our consultants for further details.
  • Government fees and levies included
  • Airfares are not included
  • Cancellation and amendment fees apply
  • Credit card fees apply
  • Fares correct as at 29 Aug 11 and may fluctuate due to changes in charges, taxes, fuel surcharges and currency
  • To be read in conjunction with suppliers terms and conditions, a copy of which can be obtained from your NRMA Travel Consultant
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