You are met on arrival to Hobart and transferred by private car to Macq01 Hotel .
What remains of the day is at your leisure.
Met your guide in the hotel lobby and begin your explorations of Hobart and Richmond.
Enjoy lunch at Frogmore Creek winery while travelling to the Coal River Valley Wine region. Sample some of the region’s award-winning wines and discover the charming historic village of Richmond, with its well preserved colonial architecture.
Later in the afternoon travel to Bonorong Wildlife Park to meet Tasmanian Devils, Wombats, Wallabies, Echidnas, Quolls and Australian Koalas for this premium private tour.
Today, embark on a culinary seafood seduction cruise (shared basis).
Start your journey with a short walk to the Hobart waterfront (Franklin Wharf) and cruise down the River Derwent to Bruny Island. Take in spectacular views of the island’s coastal geology and enjoy this unique experience. Visit a local Salmon Farm and harvest oyster’s fresh from the sea. Watch your guide dive for abalone and sea urchin and pulling a crayfish pot. Stretch your legs and stroll along one of Bruny’s deserted beached.
Back on board, savour the best of Tasmania’s produce and enjoy a delicious seafood BBQ with Tasmanian wines before returning to Hobart in the late afternoon.
Please ensure that you have breakfast this morning prior to our walk.
9.15 am - This morning you make your way across to the IXL Atrium (formerly the Henry Jones Art Hotel), 27 Hunter St, Hobart for the 9.30 am pre-hike briefing and gear check.
Upon arrival at Stewarts Bay make your way down to the jetty where a private boat will be waiting to depart for the short trip across to Denman’s Cove. Cruising with views back to Port Arthur, aside from the possible seal and dolphin spotting, some of the highest dolerite cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere come into view, an indication of the drama to come.
In Denman’s Cove you enjoy the local produce for lunch, in preparation for a gentle walk through coastal woodland to the rocky refuge of Surveyors Cove. At this point, if the Southern Ocean begs, head for a dip before a gradual incline up to the lodge.
Crescent Lodge is perched high, with far stretching views across Crescent Bay to Cape Raoul, with guest rooms spilling into the gully. Settle in with a warm shower as your guides-come-chefs prepare a three-course feast of local fare. Post dinner take your Tassie pinot to a quiet deck for your own private sunset.
Approximately 2 hours walking
Wake to the silence of Crescent Lodge and wander down to the stunning dining room for a hearty breakfast to start the day.
From here, head due south with views across Safety Cove and Maingon Bay to Bruny Island. Climbing Arthurs Peak, 300 metres above sea level, is worth the oceanic vista. In these parts, White Bellied Sea Eagles soar in the thermal currents, so be sure to look skyward.
Lunch isn’t far away, an easy downhill descent to south-facing cliffs where pelagic seabirds are plenty - albatross, petrels and gannets. Here, there’s nothing between you and Antarctica.
Following lunch, skirt the edge of Tornado Ridge before heading south toward Cape Pillar Lodge, your base for the next two nights. Your pace might quicken in the knowledge there is a massage, facial or relaxation bath on offer at Cape Pillar Lodge.
Approximately 5 hours walking
This is the most adventurous day of your journey. Today you’ll walk through silver gum forest (Eucalyptus Tenuiramis), a species endemic to the area, out to the highest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere. There’s little wonder Cape Pillar has been afforded other names – Hurricane Heath and Desolation Gully. A side trip to The Blade is a must, with staggering views across to Tasman Island.
Lunch is served at Chasm Lookout – with Tasman Island’s weathered lighthouse in sight. It’s then a direct return journey home to Cape Pillar Lodge where the relaxation pavilion, three-course goodness and ocean views await. By now, walking strangers might just have become firm friends. Unlace the boots, read a book with sea breeze in your toes.
Those with a penchant for pampering can forego today’s walk and spend the day at Cape Pillar Lodge. Enjoy a relaxing treatments ranging from 30 to 60 minutes and immerse yourself in the enchanting surrounds.
Approximately 6 hours walking (optional)
Time to farewell Cape Pillar's safe forest haven.
From here you’ll cross Retakunna Creek (local indigenous dialect for creaking trees) en route to a patch of rainforest. Breathe it in – lush mosses, ferns and vibrant greens. Next mission is the peninsula’s highest peak, Mount Fortescue, climbing some 490 metres above sea level.
Enjoy lunch with leafy-framed ocean views overlooking The Monument.
Take the side trip and enjoy the majesty of Cape Hauy - or simply remain with the group for a final cliff-walk descent onto the cool white sands of Fortescue Bay. This is your chance to drop the pack and sink your toes in pristine sands or perhaps take a celebratory dive into the crystal clear waves.
Approximately 6 hours walking (Cape Hauy side trip optional)
At the conclusion of your hike transfer to Hobart Airport to connect with your homeward flight.
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Please Note: if there is no flight available to your home city then accommodation at Macq01 can be arranged for you - at additional cost.
