OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
UNFORTUNATELY THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO THE CLOSURE OF THE AQUA TAXI SERVICE. A REOPEN DATE FOR THIS TRIP IS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER WE DO OFFER A GROUP GUIDED VERSION OF THIS TRIP PLEASE CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE.
?Explore the Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania's most iconic coastal walking destination. The peninsula's combination of towering pink-hued granite mountains, pristine isolated white beaches and gorgeous bays make this a fabulous three-day walking adventure. This short walk has been designed so each day includes the very best of the scenery and diverse landscape the national park has to offer.
Highlights
- The famous Wineglass Bay, viewed from 3 different vantage points
- Feel the sand of Wineglass Bay, Hazards, Crockets and Cook beaches underfoot
- Boat trip to Cook beach
- Get your feet wet, or take a dip in the ocean at one of the remote beaches
- Includes a little rock scrambling for the more adventurous!
- Stay at the luxurious Freycinet Lodge inside Freycinet National Park on Oyster Bay
- Unwind in luxury, but with the sense that you haven't left the wilderness
WALK OVERVIEW
TYPE OF WALK
SELF GUIDED
TRIP LENGTH
3 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Easy to Moderate 
Grade 2 - Easy to Moderate
Some uphill sections and occasional steps. Walks are generally shorter and walking experience is not required.PRICE FROM
$ 1995
per person twin/double share
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 535
Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of a room when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.
per person
ITINERARY
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- All transport including private transfers to and from Launceston
- Genuine all inclusive pack free Tasmanian walking holiday
- Boat transfer to and from Cooks Beach (note: this can be weather dependent)
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Freycinet Lodge in ensuited rooms
- Meals, including chef-cooked breakfasts, walkers’ lunches and dinner in Richardson’s Bistro
- Auswalk guide pack including comprehensive walk notes, maps, lunch bag and container
ACCOMMODATION & DINING
OVERVIEW
On this walk, we stay two nights at the fabulous Freycinet Lodge in rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Some rooms have the added bonus of shared lounge rooms.
It is said that time stands still and all your worries evaporate from the moment you arrive Freycinet Lodge on the Peninsula. The Lodge overlooks the blue waters of Great Oyster Bay and has the beautiful Hazards mountain range as your backdrop. The location of Freycinet Lodge’s accommodation within Freycinet National Park ensures that your wilderness experience does not end with each days’ walk.
Each day you’ll be provided with a substantial walkers lunch. This may include a high protein type salad, a roll or a wrap, a muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit. Most importantly each day you’ll get the opportunity to have your lunch on the track at a fabulous location on the Freycinet Peninsula. How special is that!
More importantly, the dinners at Freycinet Lodge and breakfasts are all prepared by their in house chefs taken in the comfort of their outstanding restaurant.
Alcohol and drinks are not included with meals (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
-
NIGHTS 1 & 2
FITNESS GUIDE
It’s well worth investing some time and effort preparing for your walking holiday. The graph shows the average daily distance, elevation and terrain difficulty for your hike. The dotted line indicates the average across all our walks, which will give you a feel for how challenging your walk is compared to all – and the recommended type, and amount, of preparation needed. Of course, you can adapt this according to your existing fitness levels and lifestyle.
The graph and the information below can be used in conjunction with the fitness guide to help you prepare for your walking adventure. Across all walks, average daily distance is 16.8km, average daily elevation is 448m, average terrain difficulty is 5/10.
DISTANCE - BELOW AVERAGE
Distance is not a major consideration in your training program. However, you should still incorporate some long walks as it will increase your cardiovascular fitness.
ELEVATION - ~AVERAGE
Elevation training should be a consideration in your overall training program.
Try to include some form of elevation in more than 40% of your walking and prioritise resistance training, whilst incorporating stairs anytime you can. Walking up and down stairs at work, at a local oval with a grandstand or up and down small hills is incredibly useful. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems, opposed to distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking.
Ensure you can comfortably walk the average elevation per day displayed in the graph, at least one month before you undertake your hike.
TERRAIN
UNEVEN TERRAIN
Preparation for hiking on uneven terrain demands a blend of physical and mental readiness.
Begin with balance-enhancing exercises, such as one-legged stands and stability ball workouts, laying a groundwork for stability and coordination. Strengthening the lower body is especially important, achieved through the incorporation of squats, lunges, and step-ups. Gradually increase the complexity of the terrain on which you walk, moving from gravel paths to rocky trails. Cultivate mindfulness during your practice, directing focused attention to both your immediate surroundings and precise foot placement.
The importance of suitable footwear cannot be overstated; prioritise options that offer robust support and reliable grip to navigate varying terrains with confidence. Build endurance through consistent hikes, progressively increasing distance and difficulty.
MOUNTAINOUS / UNDULATING TERRAIN
As terrain associated with mountain climbs is often somewhat uneven and rocky, balancing and core exercises are vital.
Try to also include some form of elevation in more than 50% of your walking and prioritise resistance training, whilst incorporating stairs anytime you can. Walking up mountains or hills, up and down stairs at work, or up and down at a local oval with a grandstand is incredibly useful. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems not distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking. Concentrate on doing lots of squats and lunges to build your glute muscles.
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 to moderate depending on the walking options you choose. We have given you walking options so you can make this trip fit your walking ability. On Freycinet, there are some steep sections but overall the walking is easy to moderate.
Please note that the boat trip is weather dependent and on rare occasions when the sea is too rough to depart, we offer another walk to replace the Mount Freycinet walk.
Pre and post-tour accommodation: There are many good hotels in Launceston, however, we often use the Quality Hotel Colonial for our guides on guided trips when we need to stay in Launceston. The trip ends at approximately 5:00 pm on the last day in Launceston; we can also drop you off at Launceston airport.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
GETTING THERE AND AWAY
The walk starts in Launceston at 8:00 am and finishes in Launceston late afternoon around 5:00 pm. We provide a private transfer in a limousine to and from Launceston (for larger groups the vehicle type may vary).
WEATHER
See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
Spring and autumn are perfect times to walk on the Freycinet Peninsula. Summer can be a little warmer, however, the average temperature is only 18 degrees. Winter is often written off as a time not to visit Tasmania, let alone walk because of the rain. However, if you look at the mean average rainfall it isn’t that much more than in summer. The average temperature in winter does however fall to 11 degrees so come prepared with warm clothes and good rain gear (realistically year-round). See the gear advice section in FAQs for more information.
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 now, feel free to ask one of our walks 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.
MAP
Overview
SELF GUIDED
3 DAYS
Easy to Moderate
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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
UNFORTUNATELY THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO THE CLOSURE OF THE AQUA TAXI SERVICE. A REOPEN DATE FOR THIS TRIP IS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER WE DO OFFER A GROUP GUIDED VERSION OF THIS TRIP PLEASE CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE.
?Explore the Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania's most iconic coastal walking destination. The peninsula's combination of towering pink-hued granite mountains, pristine isolated white beaches and gorgeous bays make this a fabulous three-day walking adventure. This short walk has been designed so each day includes the very best of the scenery and diverse landscape the national park has to offer.
Highlights
- The famous Wineglass Bay, viewed from 3 different vantage points
- Feel the sand of Wineglass Bay, Hazards, Crockets and Cook beaches underfoot
- Boat trip to Cook beach
- Get your feet wet, or take a dip in the ocean at one of the remote beaches
- Includes a little rock scrambling for the more adventurous!
- Stay at the luxurious Freycinet Lodge inside Freycinet National Park on Oyster Bay
- Unwind in luxury, but with the sense that you haven't left the wilderness
WALK OVERVIEW
TYPE OF WALK
SELF GUIDED
TRIP LENGTH
3 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Easy to Moderate
Grade 2 - Easy to Moderate
Some uphill sections and occasional steps. Walks are generally shorter and walking experience is not required.PRICE FROM
$ 1995
per person twin/double share
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 535
Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of the accommodation when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.
per person
Itinerary
ITINERARY
What’s Included
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- All transport including private transfers to and from Launceston
- Genuine all inclusive pack free Tasmanian walking holiday
- Boat transfer to and from Cooks Beach (note: this can be weather dependent)
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Freycinet Lodge in ensuited rooms
- Meals, including chef-cooked breakfasts, walkers’ lunches and dinner in Richardson’s Bistro
- Auswalk guide pack including comprehensive walk notes, maps, lunch bag and container
Accommodation & Dining
ACCOMMODATION & DINING
OVERVIEW
On this walk, we stay two nights at the fabulous Freycinet Lodge in rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Some rooms have the added bonus of shared lounge rooms.
It is said that time stands still and all your worries evaporate from the moment you arrive Freycinet Lodge on the Peninsula. The Lodge overlooks the blue waters of Great Oyster Bay and has the beautiful Hazards mountain range as your backdrop. The location of Freycinet Lodge’s accommodation within Freycinet National Park ensures that your wilderness experience does not end with each days’ walk.
Each day you’ll be provided with a substantial walkers lunch. This may include a high protein type salad, a roll or a wrap, a muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit. Most importantly each day you’ll get the opportunity to have your lunch on the track at a fabulous location on the Freycinet Peninsula. How special is that!
More importantly, the dinners at Freycinet Lodge and breakfasts are all prepared by their in house chefs taken in the comfort of their outstanding restaurant.
Alcohol and drinks are not included with meals (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
-
NIGHTS 1 & 2
Fitness Guide
FITNESS GUIDE
It’s well worth investing some time and effort preparing for your walking holiday. The graph shows the average daily distance, elevation and terrain difficulty for your hike. The dotted line indicates the average across all our walks, which will give you a feel for how challenging your walk is compared to all – and the recommended type, and amount, of preparation needed. Of course, you can adapt this according to your existing fitness levels and lifestyle.
The graph and the information below can be used in conjunction with the fitness guide to help you prepare for your walking adventure. Across all walks, average daily distance is 16.8km, average daily elevation is 448m, average terrain difficulty is 5/10.
DISTANCE - BELOW AVERAGE
Distance is not a major consideration in your training program. However, you should still incorporate some long walks as it will increase your cardiovascular fitness.
ELEVATION - ~AVERAGE
Elevation training should be a consideration in your overall training program.
Try to include some form of elevation in more than 40% of your walking and prioritise resistance training, whilst incorporating stairs anytime you can. Walking up and down stairs at work, at a local oval with a grandstand or up and down small hills is incredibly useful. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems, opposed to distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking.
Ensure you can comfortably walk the average elevation per day displayed in the graph, at least one month before you undertake your hike.
TERRAIN
UNEVEN TERRAIN
Preparation for hiking on uneven terrain demands a blend of physical and mental readiness.
Begin with balance-enhancing exercises, such as one-legged stands and stability ball workouts, laying a groundwork for stability and coordination. Strengthening the lower body is especially important, achieved through the incorporation of squats, lunges, and step-ups. Gradually increase the complexity of the terrain on which you walk, moving from gravel paths to rocky trails. Cultivate mindfulness during your practice, directing focused attention to both your immediate surroundings and precise foot placement.
The importance of suitable footwear cannot be overstated; prioritise options that offer robust support and reliable grip to navigate varying terrains with confidence. Build endurance through consistent hikes, progressively increasing distance and difficulty.
MOUNTAINOUS / UNDULATING TERRAIN
As terrain associated with mountain climbs is often somewhat uneven and rocky, balancing and core exercises are vital.
Try to also include some form of elevation in more than 50% of your walking and prioritise resistance training, whilst incorporating stairs anytime you can. Walking up mountains or hills, up and down stairs at work, or up and down at a local oval with a grandstand is incredibly useful. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems not distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking. Concentrate on doing lots of squats and lunges to build your glute muscles.
General Info
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 to moderate depending on the walking options you choose. We have given you walking options so you can make this trip fit your walking ability. On Freycinet, there are some steep sections but overall the walking is easy to moderate.
Please note that the boat trip is weather dependent and on rare occasions when the sea is too rough to depart, we offer another walk to replace the Mount Freycinet walk.
Pre and post-tour accommodation: There are many good hotels in Launceston, however, we often use the Quality Hotel Colonial for our guides on guided trips when we need to stay in Launceston. The trip ends at approximately 5:00 pm on the last day in Launceston; we can also drop you off at Launceston airport.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
GETTING THERE AND AWAY
The walk starts in Launceston at 8:00 am and finishes in Launceston late afternoon around 5:00 pm. We provide a private transfer in a limousine to and from Launceston (for larger groups the vehicle type may vary).
WEATHER
See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
Spring and autumn are perfect times to walk on the Freycinet Peninsula. Summer can be a little warmer, however, the average temperature is only 18 degrees. Winter is often written off as a time not to visit Tasmania, let alone walk because of the rain. However, if you look at the mean average rainfall it isn’t that much more than in summer. The average temperature in winter does however fall to 11 degrees so come prepared with warm clothes and good rain gear (realistically year-round). See the gear advice section in FAQs for more information.
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 now, feel free to ask one of our walks 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.
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