Awe-Inspiring Three Capes Track & Tasman Peninsula Guided Walk – 4 Days

Our Walks Are All Inclusive

All Our Walks Include

• Small Group of 10 or less
• You only carry your daypack, we’ll take care of the rest
• Guided walks designed to immerse you in the region’s beauty, history and wildlife
• Two experienced and accredited guides – safety gear equipped and full of knowledge about the region
• Return transport and tour transfers included

Plus, This Walk Includes

• 3 nights fantastic accommodation
• Breakfasts, lunch & two-course dinners, plus heaps of snacks, fruit & non-alcoholic beverages on & off the trail
• A scenic three-hour wilderness cruise
• All National Park Entry Fees
• Carbon Offset Program in line with our commitment to sustainability

ITINERARY

DAY 1 – Crescent Bay and Mount Brown

Distance: 9km, 5hrs walking approx.
Grade: 3 – 4 Moderate to More Difficult

We depart Hobart headed for the Tasman Peninsula and the Remarkable Caves where we begin our first walk of the day. Along the way we may stop at Pirates Bay lookout for panoramic views of Pirates Bay and Cape Hauy.

The first part of the hike crosses a series of sand dunes covered in coastal heath vegetation, and you may even spot an echidna. This section offers westerly views back towards Cape Raoul.

The track then opens out into a gaping cavity known as Maingon Blowhole. The track then heads inland onto the lower knolls of Mount Brown where a series of cairns will direct your ascent. The walk up to the summit (optional) is moderately steep, with views over Cape Pillar, Tasman Island, Arthurs Peak and further south to Cape Raoul and Bruny Island.

Once back on the main track we reach Crescent Bay. This beach is incredibly beautiful and often sparsely populated. There is the option to swim here if weather safely permits.

After the day’s walk, we head back to our accommodation to check in, go for a swim if you please and enjoy a well-earned pre-dinner nibbles followed by a fabulous two-course meal prepared by your guides.

Meals: Lunch and dinner

Crescent Bay trail.

DAY 2 – Cape Raoul

Distance: 14km, 6hrs walking approx.
Grade: 3 Moderate

After breakfast and lunch making we begin our walk today out to Cape Raoul. Offering some of the most spectacular coastal lookouts in Tasmania, Cape Raoul is an excellent return day walk within the Tasman National Park. With only a few steep sections, the walk is a comfortable walk allowing ample time to relax and enjoy the expansive views of the surrounding Tasman Peninsular and further south to Bruny Island.

To start our journey, we walk through lovely heathland and open woodland with a gradual climb before crossing a bridge above a small gully. The bushland provides spectacular views of incredible cliffs. Cape Raoul is just beyond the lower plateau to the East. To your right is another open section of the cliff top with stunning views to Shipstern Bluff and beyond to Bruny Island and Tasmania’s South coast. From these lookouts we may encounter the intense winds the capes are famous for (among the strongest recorded winds in Australia)

The trail heads east from here along the cliff tops, descending the steepest part of the trail first onto the Cape Raoul plateau. Once on the plateau the landscape changes to stunning coastal banksia scrub and soon we see our first glimpses of the northern coastline including Mt Brown, Arthurs Peak and Mt Fortescue. Situated a little further east, are the impressive 300-metre-high cliffs of Cape Pillar.

After a great day’s walk, we head back to our accommodation for a well-earned pre-dinner nibbles and a hearty meal prepared by your guides.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Awe-inspiring Cape Raoul.

DAY 3 – Fortescue Bay to Cape Hauy (optional visit to Port Arthur)

Distance: 8km, 5hrs walking approx.
Grade: 3 – 4 Moderate to More Difficult

After breakfast and lunch-making we depart for the walk to Cape Hauy. This is a well-constructed trail with fantastic views. This walk is spectacular and is graded moderate to hard due to lengthy sections of well-constructed stone steps that ascend and descend nearly the entire length of the trail (you must navigate these heading out to the Cape and on the way back again). The walk starts at a lovely cove. There is a steep climb at the start and end of the walk, but once at the top of the first saddle you will be rewarded with extensive panoramic views stretching far north past the Forester coast to Maria Island and south, detailing the ridges of Cape Pillar. Towards the end the track follows the cliffs edge, providing spectacular views. Extra care needs to be taken when navigating these steep steps on this part of the trail.

The final segment of the trail, before reaching a large plateau, is quite steep and narrow and again care is required to navigate this section. At the end you will have clear views of the exceptional rock formations of the Candlestick and Totem Pole – large columns of dolerite rocking out of the ocean. We then return on the same route. The terrain is quite rocky and there are ups and downs, but it is a magnificent walk.

Before dinner we have some free time. You can simply relax, swim at the beach or our guides can drop you at the Port Arthur Historic Site to visit the interpretation center (self-guided, own expense).

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Walking to Cape Huay.

DAY 4 – Wilderness Cruise & Cape Pillar

After breakfast and lunch making, we head out to join the 3-hour award winning Pennicott Cruise. You’ll get to see Cape Pillar and / or Cape Raoul from the sea – unforgettably dramatic.

The boat passes close by the spectacular rock formations along the coastline and stops regularly for easy viewing and photography. See seals, albatross, white-bellied sea eagles and enjoy an exhilarating ride on this fantastic cruise.

Make sure you dress warmly for the cruise – warm jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves are recommended.

After our cruise we enjoy lunch at one of our hand picked locations; Stewarts Bay, where you can enjoy a swim, the incredible Tessellated Pavement or Pirates Bay. After lunch and reflecting on our 4 day journey we begin our return arriving back in Hobart at approximately 5pm where we drop you back at the Hotel Grand Chancellor.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation

Our overnight accommodation will be at our unique handpicked lodge. Situated in Port Arthur, amongst native bushland with a view through the trees over Ladies Bay, our log cabins are a short stroll to the beach and have a shared living space, deck and bathroom. Communal dining will take place in our guides open plan cabin.

Accommodation style: We stay in log style cabins with communal dining area, balcony and views through the trees to Ladies Bay.

Rooming: Each cabin has one or two bedrooms with a mix of single, twin and queen beds. If you book a Single Supplement, you will have a room to yourself.

Bathrooms: Each cabin has one bathroom. You will be sharing the bathroom with other guests in your cabin.

Single Supplement: If you book single supplement this means you will have one bedroom in the two-bedroom cabin and could be sharing the cabin with one or two other guests.

Other: All towels and linen are provided. Each cabin also has an outdoor balcony setting, kitchen, lounge, TV and lovely bush views. There is a laundry in each cabin.

Rooming upgrades for a private cabin is subject to availability with the accommodation provider for an additional surcharge. Please contact our team to discuss your options.

Guest Notes

Getting there – Tours depart and return from Hobart. Direct flights are available through most airline operators.

Pick up location & time – We depart from The Grand Chancellor Hotel in Hobart, meeting at 7:30am for a 7:45am departure.

During the walk – Each day we provide breakfast, lunch and dinner (where applicable) as well as fruit, snacks and beverages to keep us full of energy throughout the walk. At the end of each day, we return to the evening’s accommodation to freshen up, relax, enjoy pre-dinner nibbles, and enjoy the local scenery. Each evening, our guides offer insights into the day’s walk, and talk through our upcoming adventures, using maps to give you greater insights into the journey.

Single stays (solos) – Single stay availability is limited on this tour, and while we can offer you your own room if available, facilities such as bathrooms and living areas may be shared with other guests. If you prefer your own facilities in their entirety, please contact our team to discuss upgrade options.

Drop-off location & time – We return to Hobart at around 5:00 pm on the final day of tour. If you plan to fly out on the last day of the walk, please book your return flight for after 7pm.

When making your accommodation arrangements, please contact Park Trek if you would like discount & other information on our recommended provider Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart.

Please note: This walk is not the same as the Tasmanian Government’s Three Capes Track.