The Tasman Peninsula is an area of dramatic beauty, natural diversity & home to a wide range of land & marine animals . Come join Adventurous Women on a Tassie escape filled with wonderful days exploring the diversity of the Peninsula's natural landscapes ... this is a bucket-lister!!
The coastline, largely covered by national park, is made up of spectacular dolerite cliffs, beautiful sandy beaches and sheltered bays, making it an ideal paddling destination. We’ll encounter an abundance of flora and fauna, both on the water and on short but spectacular hikes.
First day of our tour commences in Hobart, where you'll be able to check into our pre-booked accommodation in Sandy Bay from 2pm onwards. There are a few options on how you might choose to spend your day if you arrive early. Given the location of our accommodation, you can take a stroll to the city centre, historic Battery Point or the Waterfront. If you have more time and would like to stretch your legs a little further, check out the Cascades Female Factory Historic Site. Our Adventurous Women Host will meet everyone later in the afternoon to conduct intro's, discuss plans for dinner and provide you with information in regard to the following day.
After breakfast on day 2, we are picked up from our accommodation and are driven 2 hours to where we commence our first paddle, within Lime Bay Coastal Reserve. Afterwards we are transferred to our stunning Lodge accommodation situated within a world heritage listed national park, surrounded by white beaches, crystal clear waters and beautiful woodlands. Settle in, kick back and relax on the deck, soaking in the views!
The next couple of days are spent exploring the stunning Tasmanian Peninsula from the box seat .... our kayaks and from vantage points where we take a short walk! Each evening returning to our Lodge accommodation, relaxing while our guides prepare beautiful meals sourced from local produce.
On our return to Hobart, we check back into our accommodation at Sandy Bay, freshen up and join together for our last dinner together. The following morning, there is opportunity to join our host for a stroll to the lively Salamanca Market, one of Australia's most vibrant and loved outdoor markets. The markets only operate on a Saturday between 8.30am and 3pm so you may wish to see if you can arrange your flight home for the afternoon or early evening.
Our Itinerary for the Paddling Day's.....
Due to the unique nature of the area we are paddling and the variability of weather, there is no fixed route or schedule. The itinerary we have provided is a sample only. Please note that the weather, logistical conditions and group preference will determine the day to day activities. Paddling distances should be seen as an approximate guide only. The guides are experts at choosing the best itineraries to suit the group and local weather conditions ..... and providing you with the ''best'' experience!!
Arrive & Thrive!
Check into our pre-booked accommodation in Sandy Bay from 2pm onwards. There are a few options on how you might choose to spend your day if you arrive early. Given the location of our accommodation, you can take a stroll to the city centre, historic Battery Point or the Waterfront. If you have more time and would like to stretch your legs a little further, check out the Cascades Female Factory Historic Site. Our Adventurous Women Host will meet everyone later in the afternoon to conduct intro's, discuss plans for dinner and provide you with information in regard to the following day.
Meals: None included
Accommodation: The Bay Hotel Apartments
We start the trip with a morning pick up for the two hour drive to Lime Bay Coastal Reserve. Prior to launching, our guides will run through a full kayak safety briefing before a short paddle to the infamous convict coal mines historic site. After a picnic lunch, we’ll stretch our legs and explore the area. We continue our paddles north, past delicate sandstone cliffs and sandy beaches to finish at Lime Bay. We meet our vehicle and transfer to the Stewarts Bay Lodge, our accommodation for three nights. After settling in, it’s time to relax on the deck and enjoy some down time. For dinner, your guides will prepare a gourmet meal with a focus on local produce.
Paddling distance approximately 12 km.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Stewarts Bay Lodge
After a hearty breakfast prepared by our guides, we drive a short distance to Fortescue Bay, located in the heart of the Tasman National Park. This morning’s paddle is towards Cape Huoy, one of the highlights of the Three Capes Track. If the weather allows, we can make our way to the base of the Candle Stick, a mecca for rock climbers from around the world and conveniently located beside a seal haul-out. We will pause here while Australian fur seals play in the water around us. Depending on sea conditions, we can paddle underneath the candlestick to the open sea beyond. Returning to the shelter of the bay, we’ll explore hidden coves and enjoy a picnic lunch before heading back to our accommodation, perhaps even pausing for a quick swim on the way.
Paddling distance approximately 12-15 kms.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Stewarts Bay Lodge
This morning we launch the kayaks from the shelter of Pirates Bay and experience true ocean paddling as we paddle south past the Tasman Arch and Blowhole. Towering sea cliffs, deep sea caves and abundant marine life are highlights of today’s paddle. Lunch is enjoyed at Bivouac Bay where we can stretch our legs on a hike with great views over the sea cliffs. Transfer back to the lodge.
Paddling distance today is around 15 kms.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Stewarts Bay Lodge
Our final day on the Tasman Peninsula begins with a hearty breakfast before heading to Port Arthur. Launching from a nearby cove, we have a unique opportunity to experience the Port Arthur site by kayak before paddling south to the spectacular Crescent Bay for lunch. After a rest and a swim for the bold, we will round out the afternoon with a 2.5 km return hike to the summit of Mt Brown. From here it is only a short paddle back to our waiting vehicle and on to Hobart. We end the trip with a drop off back at Sandy Bay at around 5.30pm.
Paddling distance today is around 15 kms.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: The Bay Hotel Apartments
After breakfast thismorning there is opportunity to join your Adventurous Women host for a stroll to the lively Salamanca Market, one of Australia's most vibrant and loved outdoor markets. The markets only operate on a Saturday between 8.30am and 3pm, so you may wish to see if you can arrange your flight home for the afternoon or early evening... or perhaps stay another night and explore some more!
Meals: Breakfast
World Class Local Guides
All Kayak & Safety Equipment
All Transportation and Transfers between Hobart & The Tasman Peninsula
Adventurous Women Host
2 nights 3* twin share accommodation in Hobart
2 x continental breakfast packs in Hobart
3 nights premium twin share accommodation at Stewarts Bay Lodge
Carefully curated meals of local produce while in the Tasman Peninsula
Complimentary selection of local wine, beer and cider each evening while in the Tasman Peninsula
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
3 Dinners
Flights to Hobart
Meals not indicated in the itinerary
Travel insurance
Items of a personal nature.
Trip costs are in Australian dollars, per person and based on twin share or double rooms.
Hobart:
We stay two nights in comfortable 3 star hotel apartment style (self contained) twin share accommodation. Most of our travellers are solo and therefore are happy to have us allocate them with a room buddy for the two nights. However, If you prefer your own room within one of the two bedroom apartments (shared bathroom), we can accommodate on a first come first served basis (additional single supplement payable).
Tasman Peninsula
We stay three nights at Stewarts Bay Lodge in two bedroom deluxe spa chalets. The price of your tour includes a twin share room within one of the two bedroom chalets (we'll allocate room buddies through a 'draw' system). However if you wish to have your own King Room (own bathroom, which includes your own spa with views), then a single supplement is payable. The King Spa Rooms are allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
- Pre-departure Information including Gear List will be provided well in advance to help you plan/prepare.
Sea Kayaking
Sea kayaking is an activity that any reasonably ft person can participate in and could be compared to brisk walking or cycling. Previous kayaking experience is not necessary for this particular itinerary, but it is important to have a sound level of ftness and, most of all, a sense of adventure. The degree of difficulty of the trip will depend on the weather we encounter. We ask that all participants feel confdent in swimming.
Paddles used are Werner Skagit at 220cm length. All paddles are split for easy adjustment to suit your style.
Other equipment supplied include your pfd (life jacket), one 20 litre dry bag, a set of pogies (paddling mittens), cagoule (an over-the-head style jacket that has seals on the waist, wrist and neck offering protection from wind and rain).
In general, the ftter you are, the more you will enjoy the paddling. It’s a good idea to begin some regular exercise like walking, jogging, cycling or swimming well before the trip. If you have not paddled before, join a couple of 'day' paddling adventures with Adventurous Women, or consider organising some tuition before your trip.
Trip Organisation
The Tasman Peninsula has a broad range of paddling options from tranquil, sheltered bays to towering cliffs exposed to the Southern Ocean. The trip is designed to take advantage of the best paddling opportunity on any given day. As such there is no predetermined itinerary and the exact amount of time paddling or distance covered on any trip or outing will vary. The guides are experts at choosing the best itineraries to suit the group and local weather conditions. Generally, we will plan to paddle between 4-6 hours with breaks over the course of the day, although we may paddle slightly more or less if weather demands. We will typically include some short walks in the trip and may substitute walking for paddling in the case of high winds. It is important to remember that the group will kayak at the pace of the slowest paddlers.
This Tour is run in conjunction with a Third Party Operator and therefore their Terms & Conditions are applicable.
Notice of cancellation must be in writing, with an email as an acceptable form of communication, directly to Adventurous Women with the following conditions:
Cancellations received more than 30 days prior to the trip departure date means a loss of your deposit. However, if a replacement is found, your deposit will be refunded.
If cancellation takes place less than 30 days prior to trip departure, you will be required to pay the full cost of the trip.
There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early.
Cancellations due to contracting Covid-19 or being required to isolate in the case of being a close contact of a person diagnosed with covid-19 are not included in our refund policy and will need to be covered by travel insurance.
No refund is available after departure of a walk or tour has commenced.
