Tasmanian 4wd Camping Safari - 10 day

If you want to see Tasmania in the wild, this is the Safari for you

This tour takes you on a full circuit of Tasmania, beginning with beaches forests mountains of Tasmania’s scenic east coast. In the first four days we will visit the Tasman Peninsula and its giant sea cliffs, Freycinet Peninsula where we’ll climb up through the hazards to view magical Wineglass Bay. Then venturing further north we will walk through the spectacular Blue Tier mountains and forests, famous for its giant ferns and eucalypts, ending up on the north east coast with arguably some of the world’s best beaches at Bay of Fires.

Then the second half of the tour takes us through Tasmania’s wild and remote west coast.

We aim to stay away from the crowds, from camping in the bush to sleeping beside the ocean under the stars.

Enjoy bushwalks through Cradle Mountain, the Tarkine and Lake St Clair. Cross the west coast’s Pieman River at Corinna, a remote settlement and camp beside the Southern Ocean. Marvel at Tasmania’s tallest waterfall, Montezuma Falls and glow-worms of Marakoopa, drive through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Visit some of Australia’s tallest trees in the Styx Valley.

Each day we participate in walks from 1- 5 hours and travel by four-wheel-drive troop carriers and Landrovers which are ideal to access remote areas. Each night we experience bush camping and delicious meals with campfire cooking.

When we camp we use tents or you can sleep under the stars and we supply cosy swags. We see Tasmania’s unique wildlife in the wild.

4WD vehicles

We use 4WD troop carriers that carry a maximum of 10 passengers. We access remote areas requiring a considerable amount of off–road driving. The seats are side-facing so you can talk to everyone in your group! We use 4WD vehicles rather than large buses because we believe that this is the best way for you to experience wilderness Tasmania.

Camping equipment

We use high quality light weight 3 man bushwalking tents and supply cosy swags, so all you need is your sleeping bag. All camping and cooking equipment is provided.

Get involved

Our tours are designed to give you the experience of bush camping. Assisting with some camp duties such as, preparing meals, washing up, erecting tents etc. is often necessary. If the whole group gets involved, then this can really help to make the trip an enjoyable one.

Daily itinerary

Day 1 (L,D)

• Depart Launceston at 6.30am - pick-up from the accommodation
• Tour of Marakoopa Caves (incl.in price of your tour)
• Head to Cradle Mountain for a hike up to Marion's Lookout or Hanson’s Peak (4+ hour walk)
• Bush camp in a historic deserted mining village

Day 2 (B,L,D)

• Bush walk in The Tarkine (4+ hour walk), Australia's largest temperate rainforest
• Cross the Pieman River, on the West Coast of Tasmania, at Corinna, a remote Tasmanian settlement
• Off-road driving to our coastal bush camp, next to the Great Southern Ocean

Day 3 (B,L,D)

• Off-road driving to Zeehan, an old mining town
• Bush walk at Montezuma Falls, Tasmania's tallest waterfall (+3hr walk)
• Drive to Strahan to pick up some supplies before we head to camp
• Bush camp at Macquarie Heads. If you are interested, you can try a spot of fishing and catch your dinner!

Day 4 (B,L,D)

• Drive through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
• Stop off at Franklin River and look out into the Wilderness World Heritage area from Donaghy’s Lookouts
• Walk at Lake St Clair (+3hr walk)
• Bush camp at Highland Lakes

Day 5 (B,L)

• Visit Mount Field National Park
• At Mt Field, enjoy a hike to Lady Barron Falls, Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls (+3hr walk)
• Head to The Styx Valley, home to some of Australia's tallest trees, or roam in the highlands around Lake Dobson
• Opportunity to see platypus in the wild at Something Wild Wildlife Sanctuary
• Arrive in Hobart at around 6pm
• Please note we don't provide meals in Hobart. You have 2 free evenings to explore the city. We provide 2 nights hostel accommodation included in the price of your tour. If you prefer not to stay in a hostel, we can arrange alternative accommodation at additional cost.

Day 6 - no meals included

• Today is a free day for you to explore Tasmania's capital city. Options include a tour of the Cadbury chocolate factory, Cascade Brewery tour or chill out at the Salamanca Markets.

Day 7 (L,D)

• Depart Hobart at 6.30am - pick-ups from your accommodation
• Amazing bush walk/hike to Cape Raoul on the Tasmanian Peninsula (+5hr walk)
• Bush camp on the East Coast of Tasmania

Day 8 (B,L,D)

• Head off to Freycinet National Park
• Hike up Mt Amos for outstanding views of magical Wineglass Bay (+3hr walk)
• Explore remote East Coast beaches and take a dip in stunning waterholes
• Bush camp on the East Coast of Tasmania

Day 9 (B,L,D)

• Travel north via blowholes, dazzling turquoise waves and untouched beaches
• Opportunity to visit a wildlife park and Tasmanian Devil sanctuary.
• The Bay of Fires idyllic coastline and an afternoon hike high on The Blue Tier (+2hr walk)
• Bush camp in North East Tasmanian Forest

Day 10 (B,L)

• Early morning bush walk in The Blue Tier amongst beautiful temperate rainforest (+2hr walk)
• Visit waterfalls, mountain tops, or simply soak up more amazing Tassie beaches
• Arrive in Launceston at around 6pm. We’ll drop you off to your accommodation.

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