Botanica
Tasmania’s Wildflowers, Tall Timber Forests and Coastal Walks
Hobart to Launceston
Trip Highlights
The Island's Natural Beauty
A walking tour through some of Tasmania’s ancient forests and along its stunning coastlines.
Maria Island’s Coastal Wonders
Marvel at the Painted Cliffs on Maria Island, a short cruise from Tasmania’s east coast.
Tasmania’s Tall Trees
Walk among Tasmania’s staggeringly tall trees in the Styx State Forest. Image: Tourism Australia & Graham Freeman.
Trip Inclusions
- Travel with a small group of up to 20 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide
- Includes six nights’ accommodation in four-star hotels, return private airport-to-hotel transfers, plus 15 meals and select beverages
- Relax aboard a spacious coach with an experienced and informative Coach Captain
- All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Enjoy wildflower viewing on top of Mount Wellington, with spectacular views over Hobart
- Admire southern Tasmania’s tall tree forests, visit Styx Valley and see giant trees
- Cruise to Maria Island and take in the Painted Cliffs and Fossil Cliffs
- Walk iconic Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park
Map & Itinerary
Trip Notes
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Medium Fitness Level - involves walking on uneven surfaces and stairs, and being able to stand for up to one hour, while keeping up with the pace of the group
- Group size 20 guests
Hobart, Mount Wellington and Wildflowers - Walk: 2 kilometres, approximately 1.5 hours
You will be met in Hobart at 1pm. This afternoon, travel to Mount Wellington to see some of its wildflowers and also take in spectacular views over Hobart. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner to meet your fellow travellers and Botanical Guide.
Stay: Two Nights: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor or similar
Daily :Tall Timber Forest in the Styx Valley - Walk: 6 kilometres, approximately 3 hours
Today we will take an expedition into southern Tasmania’s tall tree forests. Discover the plants and fungus of the ancient rainforest under a canopy of giant trees. You may also catch sight of some of the animals that live there. See the giant trees of the Styx Valley, which is home to many of the largest and oldest of the giant gum trees. Walk the famous Tolkien Track and stop at the secret chamber of the Cave Tree. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Hobart late this afternoon.
Daily :Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk, Darlington and Bicheno - Walk: 4 kilometres, approximately 2 hours
Cruise to Maria Island and admire its renowned and secluded coastline. Admire the Painted Cliffs, Fossil Cliffs, spring-fed waterfalls, limestone sea caves, cliff-top stalactites, Bishop and Clerk mountain range and more. After lunch on board, we will dock at Darlington to enjoy a guided walk through its fascinating collection of preserved convict buildings, while learning about the town’s remarkable history. This afternoon, continue to the seaside town of Bicheno.
Stay: Two Nights: Bicheno, Beachfront Bicheno or similar
Daily :Wineglass Bay and Freycinet National Park Walk - Walk: 6 kilometres, approximately 3 hours
Today, we walk to iconic Wineglass Bay within Freycinet National Park. After navigating the steep track at the start of the walk, we are rewarded with an outstanding view over the bay. Along the way, keep an eye out for purple Melaleuca and Tetratheca pilosa, yellow Hibbertia riparia and rock orchids, of which there are 43 different species to be found along the peninsula. Return to Bicheno to relax this afternoon.
Daily :Bay of Fires and Wildflower Walk - Walk: 6 kilometres, approximately 3 hours
This morning, we travel to Binalong Bay for a walk around the Bay of Fires area. Along the way, view wildflowers and other native plants, as well as the Swimcart Lagoon and several other inviting beach spots lining parts of the track. At the end of the trail, we arrive at an 80-metre stretch of pure white sandy beach, bordered on either side by the region’s famed, orange-coloured lichen rocks.
Stay: Stay: St Helens. Panorama Hotel or similar
Daily :Bridport Wildflower Reserve and Bridestowe Lavender Farm - Walk: 3 kilometres, approximately 2 hours
We make our way to Bridport, where we take a walk in the Wildflower Reserve, a protected 50-hectare reserve of heath, wetland, sedgeland and woodland. After a while, the spectacular native wildflowers make way for tranquil ocean views. Afterwards, we travel to Bridestowe Lavender farm for a tour of their lavender operation, which includes lunch at their restaurant. This afternoon, arrive in Launceston where we enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
Stay: Stay: Launceston: Peppers Seaport Hotel or similar
Daily :Launceston
After breakfast this morning, you will be transferred to the airport as our journey reaches its conclusion.
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