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The Overland Track – 6 days
Highlights
- Wander along the graded trail, soaking in breathtaking views of Cradle Mountain and Lake St. Clair.
- Discover diverse ecosystems, featuring stunning waterfalls and dolerite mountains, showcasing nature's finest creations.
- Enjoy the convenience of food drops and lightweight gear, ensuring a comfortable trek for first-time bushwalkers.
- Experience the Tasmanian wilderness through the eyes of knowledgeable guides, bringing the landscape to life with local stories.
The Overland Track holds a legendary status as one of the finest walks in Australia. Winding your way along a graded trail through the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area with each step you will be surrounded by breathtaking views, from the stunning crags of Cradle Mountain to the rainforest-clad shores of Lake St. Clair.
Your journey will lead to new discoveries and some of the mother nature’s finest creations including waterfalls, dolerite mountains, lakes, tarns and diverse ecosystems.
The itinerary is ideal for walkers looking to make the most out of their time in the area by appreciating the many highlights and exciting side trips you’ll undertake along the way. This full pack trek is suitable for first time bushwalkers as the inclusion of food drops and modern lightweight equipment will keep your backpacks as light as possible while your experienced guides will help bring the track to life thanks to their local knowledge and enthusiasm for the Tasmanian wilderness.
Itinerary highlights
Explore deep forests, sub-alpine plateaus and spectacular highland landscapes
End each day at scenic campsites in the remote wilderness
Summit Tasmania’s highest peak, Mt Ossa
Enjoy close encounters with native animals, birds and stunning endemic plants
Travel with the most experienced operator on Tasmania's iconic trail
Enjoy delicious 3 course meals prepared by your guides in the evenings
Tour details
- On demand
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Operation information
Tasmanian Expeditions
Tasmanian Expeditions is the most trusted provider of active holidays in Tasmania.
If you like your holidays to be active, look no further than our unrivalled range of walking, cycling, paddling and multi-activity tours across our beautiful state. Our website is a one-stop-shop, featuring the best wilderness experiences available in Tasmania, including most of the Great Walks of Tasmania.
We pioneered the Franklin River Rafting trip, were the first to offer walks along the Overland Track and today, we continue to pioneer exciting outdoor adventures, which follow our Leave No Trace policy, from self-guided cycling tours to a walking, cycling and paddling trip from Launceston to Hobart.
We aim to provide an all-inclusive experience, with high quality inclusions, from the best guides in the business to suitable camping equipment, nutritious meals, and everything else you need on your trip with us.
Trips are graded from introductory, including family departures, to challenging multi-day hikes.
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Accreditations
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Climate Action Business Certified by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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EcoStar Accreditation
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Respecting Our Culture (ROC) Certified by Ecotourism Australia
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Council of Australian Tour Operators
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