Three Capes Pack Free walk
A 3 day guided walk
This 3 day walk has been designed for those looking for a Pack Free walking experience of the Three Capes and Tasman Peninsula without the burden of carrying your clothes, food and a heavy pack.
Our Three Capes guided Pack-Free walking tour explores the natural beauty of the Tasman Peninsula in the far south-east corner of Tasmania, a region famous for its three spectacular capes which comprise of the highest vertical seas cliffs in Australia and a dramatic coastline of sea caves and towering sea stacks.
On this 3 day experience we walk to the first cape, the spectacular and must-do ‘Cape Raoul’ with its dramatic cliffs. We walk to stunning ‘Cape Hauy’ and view the famous ‘Candlestick’ and ”Totem Pole’ sea stacks. As well as wandering through gorgeous rainforest tracks between Waterfall and Fortescue Bays to take in breathtaking coastal views.
Explore the untouched wonders of the Tasman National Park as we venture along one of the great walks of Australia, experiencing varied landscapes of coastal heathlands and eucalypt forests.
We finish our journey with an unforgettable helicopter flight over Cape Pillar and Tasman Island, or you could choose an exciting wilderness cruise around the base of Cape Pillar for a unique view of the Cape.
Explore Three Capes Tasmania
Discover the Three Capes of Cape Raoul and Cape Hauy by foot and finish your journey with your choice of a helicopter ride across Cape Pillar and Tasman Island or a dramatic wilderness cruise around Cape Pillar for a unique view of the peninsula from the base of the cliffs. You’ll also walk from Waterfall to Fortescue Bay which is nothing short of amazing, featuring sections of stunning rainforest found no where else in the Tasman National Park.
A Pack Free Walk
One of the biggest draw cards of this walk, is that our guests won’t be asked to carry their clothes, food or overnight bags for the entire walk. This is a big advantage in that you will avoid carrying an additional 8kg or more on your back. With Life’s An Adventure you will carry as little as your water bottle, lunch and camera each day.
2 nights in Deluxe Spa Chalets, Stewart Bay Lodge
Our guests will love everything about Stewart Bay Lodge, our accommodation for 2 nights during our walk. From the decor of the main lounge and restaurant, to your modern and stylish Deluxe Spa Chalets, this place has it all. Each modern chalet has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus lounge room.
Extra Wow Factors – Helicopter or Wilderness Cruise
We carefully design our walking tours to add a “Wow” Factor to every walk, allowing our guests access to remote areas not usually reachable in day. On this walk, guests will have the choice of a spectacular helicopter ride where you can marvel at the dramatic cliffs of Cape Pillar and see remote Tasman Island and it’s exposed lighthouse, or join a wilderness cruise around Cape Pillar to see the spectacular sea cliffs from water level – a great way to appreciate the magnitude of these giant cliffs. There is no better way to see this spectacular region.
Fabulous restaurant meals featuring local produce
Meal time is a special time on tour. Not only does it provide the opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers in a relaxed environment, it also allows you to sample regional specialities. On tour we have two highlight dinners one at the fabulous 1830s Restaurant overlooking Port Arthur Historic Site and the second at Gabriel’s Restaurant at Stewart Bay Lodge. Enjoy fine dining served with beautiful Tasmanian wine with an emphasis on local produce and modern cuisine. Note: if restaurant is closed a local restaurant will be substituted.
Two Levels of walking available
As we have two guides on this walk we are able to offer both easier and harder walking options for our guests catering for a range of abilities and fitness levels. (Second guide on this tour is subject to a total group of 8 or more).
Our Guides
Our guides are proudly 100% Tasmanian. We call them our CEOs – Chief Experience Officers and it’s their job to ensure your tour exceeds your expectations. Our chief guide Jef has grown up walking the trails of Tasmania. His caring attitude and his amazing story-telling ability will make your tour a relaxing, fun and informative experience.
Genuinely all-inclusive
When you travel on one of our walking tours, you won’t be asked to put your hand in your pocket for extras along the way. All restaurant meals featuring local produce as well as Tasmania wine are included in your walking tour with nothing more to pay. You won’t even be charged extra for credit card fees.
Please note:
Our walk is not the Three Capes Track self guided walk run by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service. For information for this walk call 1300 827 727.
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Why should you choose us?
3 Capes Pack Free walk Tasmania Inclusions
Genuinely all-inclusive tour with no hidden extras:
- 2 nights in Deluxe Spa Chalets at Stewarts Bay Lodge
- Walk stunning Cape Raoul
- Explore the magnificent rainforest from Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay
- Walk dramatic Cape Hauy
- Choice of Spectacular Helicopter ride over Cape Pillar and remote Tasman Island or
Scenic Wilderness cruise around Cape Pillar - 1 x superb a la carte restaurant dinner at 1830s Restaurant overlooking historic Port Arthur
- 1 x beautiful a la carte restaurant dinner at Gabriels Restaurant, at Stewart Bay Lodge featuring beautiful Tasmanian produce
- Tasmanian wine and non-alcoholic drinks served with dinner.
- 2 x hot breakfasts
- 3 x lunches (Lavendar Farm lunch day 3 – see itinerary notes)
- Fresh fruit and trail mix to enjoy during your walk
- Professionally guided – Our CEO’s – Chief Experience Officers are locals who are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
- Return transfers from Hobart
- National Parks fees
- Please note: we advise drinking in moderation as walking can be strenuous. Wine is served to enjoy with your dinner only, if you would like to enjoy alcohol pre or post dinner this will be at your own expense.
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Tour Itinerary
Hobart - Walk to Cape Raoul
MAIN WALK GRADE: 14kms. Some rough uphill sections; Good level of fitness required. 6- 6.5 hours walking with breaks. Grade: Medium
EASIER OPTION: 8kms. Moderate Level of fitness required. 4 hours walking with breaks. Grade: Medium
Main walking itinerary: The Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart will be our starting point for this Three Capes Pack Free walk. We depart at 7.30am and travel out to Tasman National Park. (Alternatively you can organise to meet us at our Stewart Bay Lodge, Port Arthur). This geographically isolated peninsula, has over one third of Tasmania’s recorded plant species including more than 60 that are threatened species. We walk through eucalypt forest, past flowing streams and over log bridges..
We continue on through rough uphill sections to Cape Raoul with its towering cliffs and see excellent views of Tasman Island, Bruny Island and the southern Capes. On the plateau you’ll wander through beautiful banksia scrub and from the edge of the Cape you may even see the seal colony nestled at the base of Cape Raoul. After our walk we head to Stewarts Bay Lodge for the next two night’s accommodation where we stay in two bedroom Deluxe Spa Chalets. Tonight dine at the superb 1830s Restaurant featuring local produce and wine. This superb restaurant overlooks the historic Port Arthur Site offering stunning views of the dramatic lit up buildings whilst dining. A great way to end our day.
Easier walking itinerary option: As we have two guides accompanying this tour, we offer an easier option for today’s walk. Travel with the group until you reach the Cape Raoul lookout so you can enjoy spectacular views. Retrace your steps and then our guide will then take you back early to your accommodation.
Note: When there is 8 or more passengers on tour, we have two guides offering a choice of two walking options – our main walk and an easier walking option. Tours with 7 or less people will only have 1 guide and therefore the easier option will not be available. Please feel free to check with our office when booking.
Walk stunning Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay
MAIN WALK GRADE: 17.5km. First 2 hours ascent through rainforest then a descent for next 1.5 hours. Then track undulates. Last 5 km around bays with a series of hills. Good level of fitness required. 9 hours walking with breaks.
EASIER OPTION: 6kms. Moderate Level of fitness required. 3-4 hours walking with breaks. Grade: Medium. 6kms walk. Rainforest walk with the rest of the group in the morning to Tatnel’s Hill. With afternoon optional walk or time to explore Port Arthur Historic Site
Main walking itinerary: After a hot breakfast we head to picturesque Waterfall Bay to see some of the peninsulas most impressive geological features – this walk is nothing short of amazing. We begin our walk at Waterfall Bay where we immediately see a 200 metre waterfall plunge into the sea. We start with a gentle climb through stringybark forest. From here we enter a rainforest area, for the next 45 minutes we climb 548 metres to Tatnels Hill, the highest point of this track. From here the climbing subsides and the trail gently winds downhill for quite some time. The frequent coastal views of dramatic towering sea cliffs never fails to impress. A variety of habitats provide a great diversity of wildlife that live within the National Park, from possum, Tasmanian bettong and long nosed potoroo to eastern quoll and wombats. A colony of little penguins also call Fortescue Bay their home, which can sometimes been seen at dusk returning to their burrows. Afterwards we return to Stewarts Bay Lodge for dinner in the superb Gabriels Restaurant overlooking the bay featuring wonderful Tasmanian wine with a modern Australia menu with a focus on local produce.
Easier walking itinerary option: As we have two guides accompanying this tour, we offer an easier option for today’s walk. Those who chose this walk will start the day with a rainforest walk with the rest of the group. We then head to Waterfall Bluff for morning tea before exploring Devil’s Arch and Remarkable Cave. We head back to Stewart Bay Lodge. This afternoon is free to explore Port Arthur Historic Site or guests can enjoy a walk at Fortescue Bay to meet up with the rest of the group.
Note: When there is 8 or more passengers on tour, we have two guides offering a choice of two walking options – our main walk and an easier walking option. Tours with 7 or less people will only have 1 guide and therefore the easier option will not be available. Please feel free to check with our office when booking.
Cape Pillar Helicopter or Cruise. Cape Hauy walk.
MAIN WALK GRADE: 9km. Undulating walk, lots of up and downs with steps. Good level of fitness required. 4.5 hours walking with breaks. Medium grade
EASIER OPTION: 6kms. Shorter version of same walk. Moderate level of fitness required. 4 hours walking with breaks.
Itinerary: This morning we have a relaxed hot breakfast and give our legs a break before our afternoon walk. Choose from seeing Cape Pillar by either helicopter or cruise.
For those who join the helicopter experience, you have 1.5 to 2 hours free time in the morning to relax or visit Port Arthur Historic Site or alternatively our guides will take you to see Remakable Cave. The highlight of our day is our helicopter flight which will takes us for a bird’s eye view offering magnificent vistas as we fly over the towering sea cliffs of Cape Pillar and out to remote Tasman Island with its’s exposed lighthouse. Subject to minimum numbers of 4 guests. Afterwards we cross the road to the Lavendar Farm where you will enjoy a sit down lunch and time to wander amongst the lavender fields.
Alternatively guests can enjoy a three hour wilderness cruise around Cape Pillar jutting impressively out to sea. This journey will provide you with exhilarating low level views of the Three Capes and its dolerite organ pipe looking sea stacks, a great way to appreciate the magnitude of the cliffs from the base. With the chance to spot seal, whales and even dolphins. Be met at the boat after your cruise with your takeaway lunch from the Lavendar Farm and the whole group will drive to the start of our last walk to Cape Hauy.
We walk through forest and coastal heath to Cape Hauy, where we will view spectacular off-shore sea stacks known as Totem Pole, The Candlestick and The Lanterns. The peninsula’s bird life is rich and varied with over half of Tasmania’s bird species found on the peninsula. Thre are many steps on this walk, however even if you only walk as far as the lookout the views are just as spectacular. After our walk we make the return journey to Hobart arriving at 7.45pm. Airport drops at 7.30pm are also available enroute into Hobart for those wishing to fly out that night. The end of a fabulous journey.
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Tour Accommodation
Stewarts Bay Lodge
2 nights accommodation Deluxe Spa Chalets
We spend two nights at Stewart Bay Lodge. From here you will be transferred to the trails each day.
The main building of Stewart Bay Lodge on the waterfront, houses a lovely restaurant and lounge and bar area, where you relax and enjoy pre-dinner drinks (own expense).
All the chalets at Stewart Bay Lodge are two bedroom chalets and feature a lounge, kitchen and laundry facilites.
• The main bedroom has a large king bed (that doesn not split into two singles) and ensuite.
• The second room is smaller and has two twin beds or can be set up with a king bed. This room has a bathroom next to the bedroom’s entrance which is for the sole use of the occupants of this room.
UPGRADES:
Guests have the option to upgrade to a One bedroom waterview chalet. Which allows you to have the chalet to yourselves. (i.e. They will lock off the second bedroom- so it is not used). This upgrade is based on two people sharing the chalet.
Upgrade cost based on 2 people twin share add $298 extra.
Singles have the option to pay a single supplement to have their own bedroom in the two bedroom chalet.
Note this means you will still share the chalet, but have your own room. Add $258 extra.
Local Produce and Wines
Enjoy two course a la carte dinners at our two special restaurans. Below you will find typical menus provided by the restaurants we dine in on tour. All dinners are accompanied by fine Tasmanian wine. Menus are subject to seasonal changes by the chef. Special dietary requirements can be catered for.
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1830s RESTAURANT
overlooking Historic Port Arthur Historic Site
ENTREES
Soup of the day with homemade bread (Gluten Free)
Oysters Natural or Kilpatrick Half Dozen (Gluten Free)
Salt & pepper crusted Rannoch Farm quail with pickled vegetables (Gluten Free)
Fried local calamari with wasabi lime aioli
Parmesan pastry tart with gorgonzola, artichoke & apple salad
MAINS
Wild Clover lamb rump with white bean Skordalia, salsa verde & green beans with dukkah (Gluten Free)
Crispy skinned Huon salmon on cauliflower colcannon with chive buerre blanc
Crumbed Marion Bay chicken with apple & cabbage slaw, Paris mash & gravy
Lasagne of Cygnet mushrooms with tomato coulis & fried sage
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GABRIELS ON THE BAY RESTAURANT
MAINS
Pan Fried Market Fish, Spinach, Red Onion & Fetta Risotto Croquet, Slow Roasted Tomato, Wild Rocket, Salsa Verde & Red Pepper Pesto
Beetroot & Hellfire Vodka Cured & Oven Baked Ocean Trout, Green Olive, Caper, Semi Dried Tomato & Potato Smash, Sautéed Kale & Sumac Yoghurt
Harissa Marinated Chicken Breast, Israeli Couscous & Chickpea Salad, Lime & Saffron Yoghurt, Zhoug Dressing Or Substitute Chicken for Haloumi or Grilled Honey Brown Mushrooms
Tasmanian Grass Fed 250g Eye Fillet, Seasonal Vegetables, Sweet Potato Mash, Potato Fondant, Red Wine Jus
Beer Battered Local Fish & Chips served with Salad & Tartare
Tasmanian Seafood Platter for 2 Natural Oysters, Octopus, Scallops, Fish, Salt & Chilli Squid, Mussels & Smoked Salmon served with Condiments, Chips & Fresh Green Salad
DESSERTS
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta, Berry Gel, Quinoa Granola, Fresh Berries & Chocolate Tuille
Lemon & Lime Brulee Tart, Crème Fraiche, Crystallised Pistachio Crumble
Affogatto, Hazelnut Biscotti
Belgian Chocolate Tart, House Made Peppermint Ice Cream
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Tour Availability
We run regular two departures weekly from September to the end of May every year. To check real time availability on all our Tasmanian walking tours please see information below. We will also consider opening up a new departure date if we have enough demand. Email us at walks@lifesanadventure.com.au
Earlybirds Save $200 per person when you book and pay in full on any departure from September 2019 to May 2020. Life’s An Adventure Past Passenger save $300 per person. Hurry Earlybirds end 31 May 2019.
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PRIVATE GROUPS:
A date of your choice is available for groups of 10-14 people. Subject to availability.
Please contact us for more details on (02) 9975 4553 or email: walks@lifesanadventure.com.au
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Tour Prices
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Earlybird Price
SHOULDER SEASON FROM
$
1599
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20 Sept to 30 Oct '19 and 1st April to 30 May 2010 |
| Pack Free Walk - no overnight bags to carry |
| Cape Pillar Helicopter or Cruise |
| 2 x nights accommodation in Deluxe Spa Chalets |
| 2 x a la carte dinners in the restaurant featuring local produce |
| Fine Tasmanian Wine with dinner |
| 2 x hot breakfasts |
| 3 x lunches |
| National Parks Fees |
| Return transfers to Hobart |
| No credit card fees |
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EARLYBIRD PRICES NORMAL PRICES PRIVATE GROUPS Group Normal Price…. $1849 |
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Earlybird Price
PEAK SEASON FROM
$
1699
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1 November to 31 March 2020 |
| Pack Free Walk - no overnight bags to carry |
| Cape Pillar Helicopter or Cruise |
| 2 x nights accommodation in Deluxe Spa Chalets |
| 2 x superb fine dining dinners in the restaurant featuring local produce |
| Fine Tasmanian Wine served with dinner |
| 2 x hot breakfasts |
| 3 x lunches |
| National Parks Fees |
| Return transfers to Hobart |
| No credit card fees |
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EARLYBIRD PRICES NORMAL PRICES Normal Price $1999 PRIVATE GROUPS Group Normal Price $1949 |
ROOM UPGRADES:
Upgrade to a one bedroom deluxe spa chalet with Waterviews. Based on 2 people twin share Add $298.
Singles wanting their own room in the two bedroom chalet. Add $258
Subject to availability at time of booking.
Discount Information
PAST PASSENGER DISCOUNT: In order to receive the $100 Past Passenger Discount, you must state on your booking each tour you have been on with Life’s An Adventure and what year, so we can cross check these details for each client. Please note our Reservation staff will apply this discount manually, so select “Deposit Only” at the booking checkout stage (even if choosing a Super Earlybird price) and will will send you a payment link for the remaining payment once the discount is applied.
EARLYBIRD CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations are not permitted for Earlybird Deals or Spot Specials, however transfers to another date are permitted 8 weeks or more prior to departure. We advise taking out travel insurance, in case unexpected circumstances prior to the trip, prevent you from joining this tour. Early bird or Spot Special discounts cannot be used in conjunction with another offer. To receive these special discounts, full payment must be made at time of initial booking.
Travel Insurance
We advise taking our Travel Insurance to cover items such as cancellation of tour due to minimum numbers not met, or adverse weather conditions, injury, evacuation, delayed flights, illness, etc. We have organised through QBE Insurance for you to purchase travel insurance directly with them – please click here for details.
Booking Conditions
- Prices are per person in Australian dollars and include GST.
- A deposit of $250 per person is required to secure your booking. (unless taking advantage of Earlybird or Spot Specials in which full payment is required at time of booking).
- Note: If you are booking within 8 weeks of your departure date – we will require full payment at time of booking
- Prices are based on twin share of rooms. If you are travelling solo you may be required to share with someone of the same gender. If this is not suitable you can request to pay a single supplement, however limited single rooms are available per trip so are on a request basis.
- Payments must be made on-line via our NAB (National Australia Bank) secure payment page via credit card (Visa or Mastercard) or over the phone.
- NO Credit Card fee applies.
- We advise taking our Travel Insurance to cover items such as cancellation of tour due to minimum numbers not met, or adverse weather conditions, injury, evacuation, delayed flights, illness, etc.
- Where a tour is altered due to unsuitable weather conditions, our guides will provide the best alternative itinerary possible, no refunds are provided for cancelled activities on tour.
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