6 DAYS | 60 KM
Group size: maximum 10 guests
Departure Dates
Named after Captain Matthew Flinders who first navigated these islands in 1798, Flinders Island is one Australia’s best kept walking holiday secrets.
Flinders Island is the main island of the Furneaux group, a collection of 78 islands that stretch across Bass Strait between Tasmania and mainland Australia. A true hidden gem, Flinders is 75km long and 40km wide, with a resident population of about 800 people and is blessed with pure white beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, striking mountain peaks and ranges. Flinders Island enjoys a more moderate climate compared to its neighbours, Melbourne and Launceston and is best enjoyed in the summer season. With a backbone of granite peaking at Strzelecki and continuing through the Darling Ranges, the island offers spectacular rugged mountain ranges, in addition to rich wide agricultural plains and stunning coastal scenery. The island has abundant native wildlife, gorgeous wild flowers and extensive stands of old growth forests.
Trek Tasmania is excited to offer this guided walking tour, which will be led by two of our professional wilderness guides. This trek is fully vehicle supported so you only carry a day pack. Our guides love to source as much local produce as they can; our meals are a highlight of every trek. We take you to the must see places and the secret spots that no one else knows about, getting fully immersed in the wilderness heart of the island. Our Flinders Island 6 day walking holiday is about getting off track, slowing down the pace, swimming, camping and walking in a true wilderness wonderland.
Itinerary Summary
Day 1 : Pick up from Launceston, fly Launceston to Flinders Island, walk Palana/north east tip of Flinders Island | 13kms
Day 2 : Walk coast from the Docks to Killiecrankie | 11kms
Day 3 : Climb Mt Killiecrankie | 8kms
Day 4 : Explore the Furneaux Museum and Wybalenna, walk to Castle Rock | 10kms
Day 5 : Climb Mt Strzelecki | 6kms
Day 6 : Pillingers Peak and Lillies Beach Walk , fly to Launceston | 10kms
WHAT’S INCLUDED
2 professional wilderness guides
5 nights camping
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners
Return flights from Launceston to Flinders Island
All transport on Flinders Island
Group camping equipment
National Park and camping fees
Entry to Furneaux Museum
Twin Share Tent, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Mat
Emergency communications & group first aid kit
Wet weather gear and other walking accessories can be hired at great prices
Maximum 10 people
NOTES TO CONSIDER
Our 6 day Flinders Island adventure is a demanding walk. There are many off track sections with no marked trails, we advise you to do as much training as you can before your tour with us. The more you train for the walk the easier you will handle the terrain and the more you will enjoy this wonderful part of the world. It’s also important to come along with an open mind, ready for an awesome experience whatever the weather, whoever the group. Alcohol can be purchased on the island. It is very important that you bring the right gear for the conditions. The Tasmanian weather can be unpredictable, storms and very strong winds can arise very quickly and heavy rain can fall at any time of the year. Quality rain jackets and over pants are available for hire. If you are at all concerned about your ability to do this walk, please feel free to call one of us here at Trek Tasmania for more advice.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control.
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