DAY 1
MOUNT FIELD NATIONAL PARK
Today you will be met by our local guide before venturing into Mount Field National Park, the oldest National Park in the state. Be mesmerized by the lush forest landscapes from temperate eucalyptus rainforest to alpine moorland. Guides provide interpretation along the rainforest walk to Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls and the Tall Trees, some of the tallest trees in the world. This cool temperate rainforest allows you the opportunity to search for some of Tasmanian’s 12 endemic bird species including Scrubtit, Black currawong and Tasmanian thornbill. After lunch and with a bit of luck, you may have an opportunity to observe the unique duck bill and webbed feet of Platypus in the wild. This semiaquatic, egg-laying, mammal is endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania and is a recognizable and iconic symbol of Australia.
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart (or similar)
Meals: Lunch
DAY 2
TASMAN PENINSULA
Boarding an award-winning cruise, guests will explore waterfalls, sea cliffs, archways and deep-sea caves that host an abundance of marine wildlife including Australian Fur Seals and migrating Humpback Whales (seasonal) as well as Common and Bottlenose Dolphins. As the cruise ventures into the Southern Ocean, taking in the historic and famous Tasman Island, pelagic species of sea birds can be spotted, including Shy, Wandering and Black-browed Albatross, Short-tailed and Sooty Shearwaters, Australasian Gannets and White-bellied Sea Eagles. After lunch, guests will check into accommodation for the night nestled between a beautiful beach and forest. This also provides the opportunity to further explore the Tasman Peninsula in search of wallabies, possums, White-bellied Sea Eagles and Black-faced Cormorants.
Accommodation: Stewarts Bay Lodge Port Arthur (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 3
TASMAN PENINSULA – FREYCINET – BICHENO
Upon leaving the Tasman Peninsula, guests will be captivated by a scenic drive passing coastal fishing villages along the stunning East Coast before arriving at the renowned Freycinet Peninsula, with its exceptional beauty, pristine white sandy beaches and granite coastline. A stop at the internationally significant RAMSAR wetland, Moulting Lagoon, provides the opportunity to observe important breeding grounds for various waterfowl and wetland birds and a destination for migratory birds. An expert guide will lead an interpreted walk to the world-famous Wineglass Bay, bound to provide spectacular photo opportunities. In the evening, a night tour offers guests the rare chance to observe Little Penguins as they make their way from the ocean to their burrows and rookery.
Accommodation: Beachfront at Bicheno, seaview room
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 4
BICHENO – BONORONG – HOBART DEPARTURE
After a relaxed morning, continue back to Hobart. On our South, you will be taken to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary for an opportunity to experience Tasmanian Devils, Wombats, Quolls and other Australian animals. The Tasmanian kangaroos at Bonorong are incredibly gentle, so take the delightful opportunity to hand-feed them. This dedicated team of wildlife carers provides an invaluable service to researching and protecting native wildlife in Tasmania. After lunch, your guide will bid you farewell at the airport.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
