Tasmania East Coast Active Adventure

Welcome to Tasmania! Our adventure begins in Launceston, a city known for its historic streets and thriving food scene. If you arrive early, you may wish to explore at your own pace - perhaps wander the heritage sites, visit a local museum or enjoy lunch at one of the region’s excellent cafés.

We’ll meet at the hotel at 5.30pm for  a group meeting followed by a welcome dinner to toast the adventure ahead!

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel, Launceston

We hit the road after breakfast, driving east along the Tasman Highway. After around three hours of scenic driving, we’ll reach the Bay of Fires, one of Tasmania’s most iconic coastal landscapes. Take some time to wander the white sands and admire the orange‑lichened granite rocks that give the Bay its name.

The drive continues south, stopping in St Helens, a charming coastal town.  We’ll have lunch and, if time allows, take a stroll along the bay, soaking in the town’s small-town charm and scenic harbour views.

The last stretch of today’s journey takes us along the picturesque coastal route toward Swansea, taking in vistas of rugged beaches, coastal scrub, and glimpses of the distant Freycinet Peninsula along the way. We’ll arrive in Swansea in the late afternoon, ready to unwind and enjoy the tranquil waters of Great Oyster Bay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Motel, Swansea

This morning, you're in for a treat as we head to Freycinet National Park, one of Australia’s most renowned and picturesque regions. The views over Coles Bay towards The Hazards Range as you enter the park are truly a sight to behold.

Lace up your boots for an 11.5 km scenic circuit walk, taking in the white sands of 
Wineglass Bay and the serene Hazards Beach. Keep your camera ready - this landscape is unforgettable!

Afterwards, we drive to Orford where we’ll check into our hotel for the next two nights.

Distances: appx 11.5 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Motel, Orford

Catch the ferry to Maria Island, where we’ll spend the day hiking (12 km) through this stunning National Park, renowned for its abundant wildlife, rich history, and dramatic geological formations.

Traverse peaceful coastal plains and rugged landscapes, with the chance to encounter wombats, Forester kangaroos, and Cape Barren geese along the way. Climb the short but steep track to the Fossil Cliffs, home to thousands of shellfish fossils preserved in ancient limestone. Then visit the Painted Cliffs - vivid, multi-hued Triassic sandstone sculpted by wind and water over millennia. Take time to explore the historic township of Darlington, once a penal colony and now a vibrant wildlife sanctuary.

After a memorable day of exploration, ferry back to the mainland for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay in Orford.

Distances: appx 12 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Motel, Orford

After breakfast, we head to the coast of Tasman National Park for a guided sea kayaking adventure beneath some of the southern hemisphere’s highest sea cliffs. 
Paddling toward Cape Hauy, a highlight of the Three Capes Track, we experience the coastline from sea level, gazing up at 200-metre-high cliffs, exploring sea caves and passing the iconic Totem Pole. Along the way, we look for Australian fur seals, sea eagles, dolphins and even migrating whales.

We pause in a secluded cove to enjoy a gourmet Tasmanian lunch before continuing our paddle past a semi-submerged shipwreck and back along this spectacular stretch of coast.
We’ll paddle back to land in the afternoon, then continue to Port Arthur. After checking in to the hotel, there may be time to explore the historic Port Arthur sites (own expense) before dinner.

Note: No prior kayaking experience is required, but you’ll need to be comfortable on open water, able to swim, and have a reasonable level of fitness, as we’ll be active on the water for 4-5 hours and may encounter ocean swells.

Kayaking: 4-5 hours kayaking

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Motel or hotel , Port Arthur

Explore Cape Raoul this morning, on an appx 15 km hike along a section of the iconic Three Capes Track. The path winds through vibrant heathlands before reaching spectacular dolerite cliffs dramatically plunging into the ocean below. Admire panoramic views of Cape Pillar and watch as waves crash against the rugged coastline.

Later, return to Port Arthur and share stories and laughs over dinner during our final night together.

Distances: appx 15 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Motel or hotel , Port Arthur

We check out this morning and set off on our final hike along the stunning Cape Huay track. Walk through scenic heathlands filled with blooming wildflowers, and marvel at iconic rock formations including The Lanterns, Mitre Rock, The Candlestick, and the famous Totem Pole.

After completing your hike, we travel 1.5 hrs to Hobart.  We’ll drop you off at the airport in time for an evening flight or if you chose to stay on longer, we can arrange a drop-off in town.

Distances: appx 9 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Every effort will be made to follow the itinerary as planned, but please remember this is adventure travel and conditions can change unexpectedly. Weather, road conditions, vehicle issues, or the health of fellow travellers may require adjustments. We’ll do our best to keep things on track, but a flexible and easy-going attitude is essential for the best experience.

Occasionally, certain experiences or activities may need to be modified or skipped due to circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, refunds will not be provided for any missed components of the itinerary.