We pick you up early this morning in Launceston, from one of our two pick up locations. Our first pick up point is at 7:15am from the Grand Chancellor and our second pick up point is at 7:30am at the Penny Royal. You will then be transferred to the Bridport Airport where we embark on our scenic morning flight to Flinders Island. Upon arrival we head to the seaside at Allports at the small hamlet of Emita where your guides will give a detailed briefing of the week ahead. From here we begin the first of many wonderful walks by trekking along the coastline to one of Flinders Island's most famous landmarks: Castle Rock. A myriad of photo opportunities present themselves on the way to this impressive three storey high granite boulder standing sentinel on the magnificent coastline. In the afternoon we have the opportunity to visit the fascinating volunteer run Furneaux Museum. Once we have filled our buckets with history and culture we continue North to Leeka and our private seaside Eco-Comfort Camp, which will be our base for the week. Walking distance: 2-3km. Walking time: 2 hours. Driving time and distance: 1 hour/77km to Bridport airport, plus 1 hour/50km on Flinders Island.

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Start off with a hearty breakfast at camp before we drive a short distance and begin the moderately challenging climb up one of the island's more prominent peaks, Mt Killiecrankie. This walk on Flinders Island rewards us with spectacular views across the beautiful bay and surrounding coast. After some time soaking in the views from the summit we will descend the mountain via the diamond gully trail. Across the rocks and through the scrub we go, the whole while descending toward Stacky's Bight with its intriguing rock formations and breathtaking views across the extensive bay. Stopping for lunch we can enjoy a well deserved swim in the crystal clear waters or just enjoy the serenity. The afternoon leg of our Flinders Island walks entail a combination of coastal paths and extensive rock hopping steering us walking toward 'The Docks'. This area is one of Flinders Island's secret gems; spectacular coastal scenery with lichen encrusted granite outcrops in every direction, and magnificent mountain cliffs reaching right down to sea level. Here we will walk a short distance back to our vehicle and head to camp. In the evening your guides will get busy in the kitchen while you relax and reminisce over the wonders of the day's explorations. Walking distance: 10-12km. Walking time: 6-8 hours. Driving time and distance: 35 minutes/30km.

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On the third morning of our Flinders Island walking trip we head off to the northernmost point of the island to the wonderfully remote North East River. This is Flinders Island at its best; remote, pristine and at the full mercy of the elements. The day's walk will see us exploring the coastline and the impressive Palana sand dunes whilst being mesmerised by the exhilarating views out to the Sister Islands. Rock pools and knobbly granite outcrops are a treat to behold and our group can spread out to enjoy the peacefulness that can only be found being at one with nature. Once reaching the tiny settlement of Palana, we can opt for a swim before jumping aboard our support vehicle to return to our secluded camp for the evening. Walking distance: 8-9km. Walking time: 5-6 hours. Driving time and distance: 50 minutes/36km.

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For today's walks, we turn our attention inland to discover another aspect of the island. We drive up to Walkers Lookout which provides amazing views of the Darling Range before departing on the Haulands Gap Track. This track through peppermint scented eucalyptus forests provides great views of both the east and west coastlines. Returning to our vehicle we head over to the east coast at Patriarch Inlet and enjoy a leisurely walk to the impressive and aptly named Red Bluff. Time permitting we can also visit the volunteer conservation venture, Patriarch Wildlife Sanctuary, and enjoy the chance to get up close to some of the island's native animals. Before returning to camp we will experience the historic Wybalenna; the site of the disastrous palawa resettlement scheme and the remaining graveyard and chapel. Walking distance: 5-7km. Walking time: 1.5-2.5 hours. Driving time and distance: 2 hours and 25 minutes/141km.

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This morning we get up with the sun to make the most of the day. An early departure will help ensure that we obtain stunning views from atop the magnificent Mt Strzelecki before afternoon clouds roll in and wraps the summit in their obscuring embrace. The track to the summit of Mt Strzelecki is a challenging 700m climb through stands of blue gums and peppermints and endemic unique alpine vegetation before entering an enchanting, evergreen cloud forest. On a clear day there are increasingly amazing views of Flinders Island, the outer islands as well as the northern coastline of mainland Tasmania. We enjoy an unforgettable lunch spot before beginning the long descent back down the mountain. An optional but highly recommended swim at Fotheringate Bay helps to revive and restore well tested muscles before returning to camp for our final night on the island. Walking distance: 4km. Walking time: 6-8 hours. Driving time and distance: 1 hour and 24 minutes/97km.

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For our last morning on Flinders Island, we will take a leisurely pace, enjoying a final moment on the beach before leaving camp for the last time. We’ll stop in at Whitemark for a hot drink and yarn with the locals on our way south before transferring out to Big River Road, where we begin our morning hike to Trousers Point, one of Tasmania’s Great Short Walks. This coastal track offers sweeping views from Trousers Point Beach up to the towering flanks of Mount Strzelecki, with opportunities to wade through the tranquil waters before returning to the vehicle. From here, we’ll head to one of Flinders Island’s hidden gems, Unavale Vineyard, a family-run vineyard that embodies the spirit of the island. Set against a backdrop of rolling hills and salty air, Unavale is passionately run by locals who handcraft wines using sustainably grown grapes cultivated on their rugged coastal estate. We’ll be treated to a private vineyard tour and a wine tasting experience, learning about their distinctive cool-climate varietals and the stories behind this small but thriving operation followed by a relaxed ploughman’s-style lunch among the vines, a truly special way to savour the island’s flavours and celebrate the journey with your group. After lunch, we transfer to the airport for our scenic return flight to Bridport at 2:30pm. From there, we continue on to Launceston where the trip concludes, returning you to either the Grand Chancellor or Penny Royal accommodation. We expect to arrive in Launceston by approximately 5:00pm, and recommend booking a post-tour night in case of any flight delays departing Flinders Island. Walking distance: 2km. Walking time: 1.5 hours. Driving time and distance: 1 hour and 20 minutes/83km on Flinders Island, plus 1 hour/77km from Bridport to Launceston.

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