GENERAL INFO
The walk starts in Launceston at 8:00 am and finishes in Launceston late afternoon around 5:00 pm. We have graded the walking on this trip as easy. The walking on the first two days on the Bay of Fires walk is easy to moderate, with some beach walking. At Freycinet, there are some steep sections but overall the walking is easy to moderate. This trip operates with two professional guides ensuring that you have both a safe and enjoyable walking holiday. Guides are knowledgeable of the area, including flora and fauna and they can offer easier and harder walk options along the way.
Pre and post-tour accommodation: There are many good hotels in Launceston, however, we pick up and drop off from the Quality Hotel Colonial. The tour starts at 8.00 am at the Quality Hotel Colonial, 31 Elizabeth Street, Launceston. The trip ends at approximately 5:00 pm on the last day in Launceston where we can also drop you off at Launceston airport.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
WEATHER
Summer is our preferred time of year for hiking in Tasmania. The east coast is suitable from November to April.
See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
INFORMATION PACK
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
CONTACT
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.
GROUP GUIDED
4 DAYS
Easy to Moderate
Emily E
Attended the Bay of Fires and Freycinet 4 day tour
As a first timer on a walking tour this tour was challenging but certainly not unachievable. Without a guided tour I would never have attempted the walks we did – but with the help of our two spectacular guides, Hugh and Merel, I was able to experience some fantastic scenery, places only accessible by walking or by boat and was encouraged and supported the whole way.
During the tough moment cresting some hills (that my more experienced walking group mates pretty much flew up #respect) Merel and Hugh were encouraging, NEVER made me feel like I was lagging behind or less than the others and really made the whole experience worthwhile.
Not only that, Merel and Hugh are actually just great human beings, who are interested in getting to know people and interesting to talk to.
The accommodation was really good, the food great and the group size perfect.
I couldn’t recommend this highly enough.
Graemehendo
My partner and I recently completed Australian Walking Holidays and were really pleased with all aspects of the trip. Pre-trip communication was really good, our three group leaders were wonderful, incredibly professional, efficient and friendly, the food and accommodation (comfortable stretcher, swag and mattress) were fine, and the places we visited awe-inspiring. We will definitely use the company again and have no hesitation in recommending them.