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Maria Island Walk


Maria Island Walk

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$2,150*

Maria Island Walk

Escorted Walks of Tasmania: Walk Option 2

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

The Maria Island Walk, which is one of Australia's most awarded tourism experiences, is a personalised four-day guided walk on one of Tasmania's most beautiful and historic islands. In small groups of eight guests with two local guides, the group walks along pristine beaches and through ancient Blue Gum forests by day and then at night will relax sharing candlelit gourmet dining and elegant accommodation in two wilderness camps and the restored, heritage-listed Bernacchi House.

 

Guests carry only light packs and walk at a gentle pace so there is plenty of time to observe the abundant Tasmanian birds and wildlife or explore the fascinating history that includes a convict settlement currently being assessed for World Heritage listing. Located off the east coast of Tasmania, 90 minutes from Hobart, this island national park is renowned for its natural beauty and has a resident population of just two park rangers.

Inclusions
  • Transfers between Hobart and Maria Island
  • Small group touring between 4-8 pax
  • 3 nights twin-share accommodation - 2 nights wilderness camps and 1 night heritage home
  • All meals and wine
  • 2 Professional guides
  • National Park fees
  • Backpacks, sleeping bag liners, pillow cases, head torches and waterproof jackets

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Highlights

2 Professional Tour Guides
Small Group Tour
All Meals & Wines

Itinerary

Day 1

Distance: 8km

Starting with an 8am hotel pickup, gear issue and briefing we drive to the coast and take a marine adventure in our private catamaran to the remote southern end of Maria Island, arriving in ample time to enjoy stunning views and walk through beautiful forests with abundant wildlife. Relax at the delightful Casuarina Beach Camp, take a swim in the sheltered bay and enjoy Tasmanian wine and fresh food

 

Day 2

Distance:13km

Walk from Reidle Bay across the rare land formation of the isthmus to Shoal Bay to stroll five fabulous beaches. Explore the convict cells at Point Lesueur and visit an ochre pit at Bloodstone Point – one of the original ochre sources for the Tasmanian Aborigines. Put your feet up at White Gums Camp, where native birds will entertain you while you sip wine on the deck and anticipate dinner.

 

Day 3

Distance: 9 -17km

Head inland to green forests that are a prime habitat for the endangered 40-Spotted Pardalote. Take the gentle inland track to Hopgrounds Beach and the Painted Cliffs or continue to the 709-metre summit of Mt Maria for breathtaking views. Finish the day with a sumptuous banquet and accommodation in the historic colonial home once occupied by Italian entrepreneur, Diego Bernacchi.

 

Day 4

Distance: 4km
 A chance to relax and enjoy the serenity of Darlington and walk through the tall Blue Gum forest, to the convict brickworks and heritage reservoir and around to the world class fossil cliffs. Enjoy a champagne lunch overlooking the stunning Freycinet peninsula, followed by a gentle tour around the World Heritage listed convict settlement and industrial ruins of Darlington itself as you soak in the atmosphere. Return to Hobart with an optional Hobart airport drop off connecting with flights departing from 6pm.

 

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 23 Apr 12, or sold out
Valid for travel on selected dates between 8 Oct 11- 23 Apr 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.

2012 travel dates Price
Feb 21, 22 & 24;
Mar 5, 12, 14, 23 & 26;
Apr 23 		$2,150*

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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 until 23 Apr 12, or sold out
  • Valid for travel on selected dates between 8 Oct 11- 23 Apr 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 26 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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