Bay of Fires and Freycinet - 4 Days

Bay of Fires and Freycinet - 4 Days

4 Days
Moderate

Bay of Fires and Freycinet - 4 Days

from $2,895 / person

Overview

Few coastal landscapes in Australia match the Bay of Fires, with its crystal clear waters, pristine white beaches, and orange lichen-covered granite boulders. It is a stretch of Tasmanian coastline that rewards walkers with a genuine sense of seclusion.

The route continues to the 38-kilometre Freycinet Promontory, a wild coastline of beautiful beaches, clear blue seas, and ancient forests. A boat trip opens up the climb to Mount Freycinet, where the views over Wineglass Bay and the Freycinet Peninsula are extraordinary.

Highlights

  • Extraordinary lichen-covered rock outcrops alongside pristine beaches
  • Eco wildlife boat cruise at Freycinet
  • Stunning views as a reward for climbing to the top of Mount Freycinet
  • Trek to the famous Freycinet Wineglass Bay and Hazards Beach Loop, complete with stunning remote beaches and epic views
  • Easy and hard walking options are offered each day

Itinerary

Day 1

Launceston to Bay of Fires Walk
14 km5h

Start in Launceston at 8:00 am then drive towards Musselroe Bay. Our first Bay of Fires walk of about 14 km embarks from Stumpys Bay via Boulder Point to Deep Creek in Mt William National Park. For guests who want to shorten the walking, an alternative is available. Time permitting, we may visit the lighthouse on the way to your accommodation.

Accommodation

3-star Hotel in Panorama Hotel

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

What's Included

Accommodation

3-star Hotel (1 night), 4-star Lodge (2 nights)

Meals

3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners

Transfers

  • Private Vehicle Transfers

Guidance & Support

  • Itinerary & Walk Notes
  • 24/7 on-trip support

Included Activities

  • Boat transfer to Cooks beach

How We Rate This Walk

3

Auswalk Walking Grade

Moderate

Rated by our team — we walk every route before we recommend it.

Expect some hills and longer walking days. A reasonable level of fitness will help you enjoy the experience.

View Fitness Guide

4

Days on the trail

8-14 km

Daily distance range

Daily ascent range

3/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

This walk opens with a night in St Helens before moving to two nights at a four and a half star hotel in Freycinet, one of Tasmania's most iconic coastal settings. All rooms have en-suite facilities, with some featuring shared lounge areas, and the lodge sits well within a landscape that is hard to improve on.

What You'll Eat

Cooked breakfasts are included on all three mornings of the walk, and four walker's lunches are provided daily at some remarkable spots on the track. Each lunch varies but always includes a high-protein salad, a roll or wrap, a muesli bar, something sweet, fresh fruit and Auswalk's own trail mix. Three two-course dinners are included throughout, starting with a bistro meal in St Helens and finishing with two chef-prepared dinners at the Freycinet lodge.

Please advise us of any food allergies or intolerances at the time of booking. If you have severe allergies, bringing some of your own snacks is recommended, as specialist ingredients can be harder to source along the way.

Note: Drinks and alcohol are not included with meals, with the exception of tea, coffee and juice served with breakfast.

More About This Trip

The walk both starts and finishes in Launceston, Tasmania. Launceston Airport (LST) is well connected with domestic flights from major Australian cities. The walk departs at 8.00am from the Best Western Plus, 3 Earl Street, Launceston on the first day.

The walk returns to Launceston at approximately 5.00pm on the final day, with a drop-off at the Best Western Plus or Launceston Airport.

Spring brings warm, sunny days to the Bay of Fires and Freycinet, with temperatures between 18 and 25°C and the coastal landscapes at their most vivid. Autumn offers settled days, fewer fellow walkers, and a golden quality to the light on the famous orange-hued rocks. Pack waterproof and warm layers, whatever the season; Tasmania's weather can change quickly.

This walk is graded easy to moderate. Daily walks average 13 kilometres with around 225 metres of ascent and descent. The first two days on the Bay of Fires include some beach walking, while Freycinet introduces a few steeper sections, though the overall walking remains easy to moderate throughout.

Two professional guides lead the trip, with easier and harder options available along the way. Good walking boots are recommended.

A regular walking routine of two to three times per week in the months before departure is sufficient preparation.

You must hold adequate travel insurance for your trip, including cover for personal liability and accidental injury and illness. For all trips involving international travel, your policy must also include emergency medical treatment, evacuation and repatriation cover. We strongly recommend your policy also covers trip cancellation and curtailment, and loss of or damage to luggage.

A cancellation fee usually applies if you cancel after your booking is confirmed. Travel insurance with cancellation cover will generally cover this fee, so it's worth arranging your policy at the time of booking.

Full insurance requirements are set out in our booking terms and conditions.

A detailed information pack and itinerary will be sent to you around six weeks before departure, covering everything you need to know for a seamless experience. In the meantime, our team is always on hand to answer any questions.

The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) in Launceston is Australia's largest regional museum, spanning two free-entry sites. The Art Gallery at Royal Park holds the permanent First Tasmanians: Our Story exhibition, a Palawa community-led gallery of rarely seen artefacts, alongside significant colonial and contemporary art collections. The Museum at Inveresk, set in restored 1870s railway workshops, covers natural history, transport heritage and Tasmanian science, and includes the Launceston Planetarium.

Dates & Pricing

Choose Your Departure

Select a fixed group departure - places are limited

Prices shown are per person, twin/double share basis.

Notes

For our 2027 departures we have added a 1 night stay in Launceston so you can arrive, enjoy a welcome dinner before experiencing the bay of fires coast.


Freycinet Peninsula reviews

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Amanda F
4 months ago

Our entire walk went extremely well. The dept point process was excellent - very easy, the combination of lodge and walks worked extremely well. Food was good. My sister had the massage which was brilliant.

Katrina C
5 months ago

I enjoyed the Freycinet experience. The staff and accommodation at the lodge were excellent. Breakfast was a particular highlight. The inclusion of the boat ride across to Hazards Bach was brilliant. The length of walking each day, with regular stops for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea was great. Our guides, Naomi and Marcus, were great. In particular Naomi. She was constantly checking in with the entire group, showing genuine concern and care. I was impressed by the way she interacted with every member of the group and how she ensured our two oldest walkers were getting extra attention without making it too obvious. She is a bright and engaging person who clearly loves her job. Naomi is a massive asset to Auswalk, she absolutely made our walk the best it could be.

Jude C
5 months ago

Well planned and organized. Marcus and Neil were great and helped make the walk enjoyable for everyone. At no stage were we put under pressure, never rushed and always kept well informed.

Judi R
5 months ago

The info pack had covered most questions I had. Everything was well organised. Our guides, Chris and Naomi were fabulous. Both were well organised, gave great briefings and were patient with the group. Very encouraging and with a great sense of adventure and humour. They obviously both love their job and worked really well together.

Anthony W
5 months ago

Chris and Naomi were excellent. Their cheerful enthusiasm combined with thoughtful efficiency meant that one could not get a better pair for this trip.

Julie W
5 months ago

Our guides were fabulous- great local knowledge and really good at getting the group of complete strangers to work together and enjoy the group dynamics.

Frequently Asked Questions

The nearest major airport is Launceston. All private transfers to and from Launceston are included in the package.

You'll stay at Freycinet Lodge, a luxury property nestled within Freycinet National Park directly on Oyster Bay. It's an exceptional base — comfortable, private, and completely immersed in the surrounding wilderness.

Chef-cooked breakfasts, walkers' lunches, and dinners at the lodge restaurant are included. Check your specific itinerary for the full meal breakdown.

The trip takes in the peninsula's finest walks, including Wineglass Bay from multiple vantage points, the Hazards, Mount Amos, and the more remote Mount Freycinet. Depending on your itinerary, boat transfers to Cooks Beach are also included, weather permitting. Some trips also combine the Freycinet Peninsula with the Bay of Fires for an extended Tasmanian coastal experience.

Yes — a boat cruise is included, offering a unique perspective of Wineglass Bay and the coastline from the water. Note that boat transfers can be weather dependent.

This is a pack-free walking holiday. Your luggage is transported and you carry only a light daypack on the trails each day.

A moderate level of fitness is recommended. The walks include some steep sections and varied terrain, including granite scrambling on the more challenging routes. Shorter, easier options are available on most days.

Broken-in hiking footwear with good grip is essential for the granite terrain. Pack layers for variable Tasmanian weather, sun protection, and a light waterproof jacket. A full gear list will be provided before departure.

Yes, and it's a condition of booking. Your policy should cover injury, cancellation, and loss of luggage.

Want to Know More?

The Freycinet Peninsula experience

Wonder
Look down from the Hazards ridge into the perfect crescent of Wineglass Bay, one of the world's great views
Walk the Bay of Fires, with its extraordinary orange lichen-covered granite boulders and turquoise waters
Freycinet Lodge, set within the national park, is one of Tasmania's most celebrated wilderness retreats
Wellness
Walking pace allows genuine immersion in the pink granite, white sand, and clear water of eastern Tasmania
Fresh Freycinet oysters and Tasmanian wines served at lodge dinners restore walkers beautifully each evening
The peninsula's narrow width means ocean views on one side and sheltered bay views on the other throughout
The remote northern beaches of the Bay of Fires, accessible only on the walk, are pristine and profoundly peaceful
Nature
The Hazards range of pink granite peaks form the dramatic skyline of the Freycinet Peninsula
Pristine beaches, secluded coves, and crystal-clear bays line both sides of the narrow peninsula
Native birds, dolphins, and occasional whale sightings are part of the coastal walking experience