Our Bay of Fires guided walks are for those looking for a walking and camping experience with the creature comforts. Your bags will be transported each day, leaving you free to enjoy your walk. As the Bay of Fires is a remote and secluded area, your nights will be spent camping under the stars in walk in touring tents. You'll be treated to fine wine and cheeses, delicious dinners featuring local gourmet delights and more.  

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS: 

Book and pay 3 -5 months in advance and save $100 per person. Book and pay 6 months or more in advance and save $200 per person.

Additional Information

How fit do I need to be to do this walk?

This walk is suitable for those who are looking for a walking / hiking holiday experience. The walk is rated as a medium grade requiring a moderate to good level of fitness to complete this walk with much of the walk on firm sand and headlands of boulders to negotiate. The level of difficulty of this walk can change daily dependent on high tide times. Because we carry our guests overnight packs (except those taking the Standard packages) it makes the walk that much more enjoyable. We'll take the pace at a level that suits everyone, with plenty of rest stops and opportunities to take photos during each day. 

Do I need to pay extra for a portered walk?

No. We believe it's not fair to ask you to pay up to $500 to have your bags transported, so all our guests (except those that choose our standard package) will have their overnight bags transported to the campsite each night.

What's the difference between the deluxe and standard package?

Deluxe is an all-inclusive package for those that wanting to just enjoy the walk and scenery and have everything else done for them. Your bags are transported each day to the campsite, you are provided stand up touring tent with off the ground beds which is set up and ready for your arrival, with your bags waiting for you inside your tent. Our Standard package is for those that want the challenge of an authentic hiking /trekking experience, carrying their own overnight pack and supplying and setting up their own tent and mattress.

What is the most popular package.. deluxe or standard ?

While 98% of our guests choose the deluxe package and have everything done for them, we still like to offer the standard package for the few that want to take the challenge of experiencing an authentic hiking experience.

So what will I need to carry?

All our guests (except Std package) will just need to carry a small day pack with water, camera and any small personal items you want access to during the day.

What gear is provided in the deluxe package?

All your camping gear and equipment including stand up touring tents, off the ground beds with deluxe mattresses, pillows, all your eating utensils, the campsite's cooking equipment. Pretty much all you'll need to bring is your clothes, a torch/flashlight and your personal items packed in a medium sized overnight bag. Please ask your hotel to store any large suitcases. Once final payments are received you will be emailed a Clothing and Gear checklist in your Pre-Departure Information. You'll need to provide your own sleeping bag or hire one from us.

Do you cater for different dietary requirements?

Yes we can provide for any special dietary requirements and amend all of our menus to suit your needs. When booking please specify your special dietary requirements giving us as much information as you can including what sort of food you like.

When is the best time of the year to do this walk?

We believe the premier time to do this walk is between September and April when the weather is warmer. We therefore only run this guided walk during this period to ensure you have the ultimate hiking experience.

How do I check availability?
Click on the book now button to check tour availability. Our booking shows real time availability so no need to email to check places. Click on your preferred scheduled date highlighted in blue to check availability, dates which are in orange are full.

How do I book?
A $100 deposit is required at time of booking to secure your place with final payments due 4 weeks prior to departure. To make a booking online follow the yellow "book now" arrow and select your preferred schedule departure and you'll be directed to book now page and then a page to select your booking requirements. Note if you are taking advantage of earlybird savings you will need to book and pay in full at the inital booking stage -  the discount won't apply for those who make a deposit and then try to finalise payments before the 6 or 3 months cut off period ends.

Can you recommend any pre or post accommodation?
As our departure is from 8.45am at the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Launceston, for convenience we recommend this hotel of choice for your pre -tour accommodation. This is the only drop off point at the end of the walk as well. Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, the citys premier 4.5 star hotel, offers superior accommodation, superb Tasmanian cuisine and extensive conference facilities in the centre of the northern capital of Tasmania. Catering for the discerning corporate and leisure traveller, the hotel is only a short stroll from the main central business district and Brisbane Street shopping mall. In addition, the Hotel Grand Chancellor Arcade offers a variety of retail outlets towards Yorktown Square. Pre & Post Accommodation is available at the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Launceston the city's premier 4.5 star hotel. A special room rate of $140 per room per night has been organised for our guests. You can book accommodation by calling the hotel on (03) 6334 3434 or email reservations@hgclaunceston.com.au and mention Life's An Adventure to get your special rate.

Are there toilets and showers?
This is an extremely remote area and facilities are very limited. With Life's An Adventure we provide a shower tent with a powered bush shower and a toilet tent with a campervan style portable toilet unit. (if a pit toilet is available near the campsite this will be used instead).

How many people per tent?
Each tent holds a maximum of 2 people.

Am I able to organise an exclusive group departure?

Exclusive departures may be able to be organised on other dates for groups of 7 to 10 people. Please note in peak times a surcharge per person will be charged if your group is less than 10 people to allow for any additional places we are unable to sell to the general public. Please email us with your requirements. 

If I am travelling on my own do I need to pay extra?

No we believe you shouldn't be penalised for travelling solo, in fact we have many guests travelling on their own so you won't be charged any additional fees. When they are a number of solo travellers in the same group you may be required to share a tent with someone of the same gender, if there are no other single travellers on your departure of the same gender you will have the tent on your own.

What time does this adventure start and finish?

We meet in Launceston CBD at 8.45am at the Grand Chancellor Hotel Launceston on day 1. On the final day you will return to the Grand Chancellor Hotel Launceston at approximately 6pm.

How many people are in each walking group?

We run our tours with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 walkers.

AY ONE:  Launceston - Mt William National Park to Deep Creek

The day starts in Launceston at the Hotel Grand Chancellor where we meet at 9.00am for our transfer to the Bay of Fires. We enjoy a scenic drive winding through rich farmlands to the northern part of Mount William National Park. We begin our walking adventure from the Mt William National Park enjoying breathtaking, remote and untouched wilderness areas. We head south discovering spectacular landscapes of remote castaway coves This area is likened to an impressionist's pallette featuring a ribbon of sapphire seas contrasting with pure white sands and burnt orange rocky outcrops. We explore scenic Boulder Point and Cobler Rocks. Our walk today is a medium grade 13kms with rocky headlands to negotiate. We arrive at our bush campsite behind the beach trees to find our stand up touring tents erected and your overnight bags waiting in your tent. Pre-dinner you'll enjoy a glass of wine with cheeses and relax as a delicious dinner of fine Tasmanian produce is prepared for your enjoyment. Trip Notes: Day 1 walk: Approximately 13kms (4-5 hours walking). Medium grade

DAY TWO: Deep Creek to Ansons Bay

After a hearty breakfast,we set off south stopping at breathtaking Picnic Point, a beautiful spot to relax and a photographers paradise. We continue on to Eddystone Point where an impressive pink granite lighthouse built in 1889, sits on a point that juts out into the sea. We seek out the local kangaroo and wallabys which are prolific in this area, as well as graceful Black Swans, Arctic Turns searching for crabs, also pelicans and maybe even a pod of playful dolphins. We finish with a 4km walk along a bush track to Ansons Bay before arriving at our waterfront Beachshack. Enjoy dinner outdoors with views over the bay featuring delicious Tasmanian produce, wines and beer. Trip Notes: Day 2 walk: Approximately 14kms (5 -6 hours walking). Medium grade

DAY THREE: Ansons Bay to The Gardens

After breakfast, we continue our walk into one of the most untouched parts of the Bay of Fires. This is a magnificent day's walk into remote wilderness, where it is unlikely you will see another person on the track other than those in our group. See pretty Sienna's mermaid pool, cool lagoons and an abundance of twisted driftwood as we explore Break Yake Beach, and Garden Lagoon Beach. We'll stop morning tea in a picturesque location with time to explore the rock pools before continuing to our final destination The Gardens. From here we join our vehicle and visit the pretty fishing village of St Helens for a late lunch stop (own expense) before heading back to Launceston, where our tour finishes at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, the end of a remarkable journey. Finish time will depend on the pace of the group but will be approximately 5.00pm.  If booking flights please do not book before 6.30pm.Trip Notes: Day 3 walk: approximately 11kms (4 to 5 hours walking). Medium grade

Things To Bring

Your Overnight Pack should include:

Clothes:

• Tasmania's weather is extremely variable even though you will be walking in summer, temperatures can change dramatically throughout this season. We suggest wearing layers when you are walking that you can remove or add as you warm up or cool down. Ensure you bring full weather gear.
• Walking clothes suitable to weather: light cotton trousers or shorts, t'shirts, shirts or
• Long sleeves. Proper bushwalking tshirts made from wool are ideal.
• Polar fleece jacket (preferred) or woollen jumper
• Thermal underwear
• Gear to change into at night, warm long pants, long sleeve shirt, shorts or tshirts
• Warm gear for night, scarf, beanie, gloves
• 3 pairs of good thick walking socks
• A pair of shoes to change into at night
• Underwear
• Lightweight lace-\up walking boots or walking shoes with ankle support and treaded soles. Make sure you walk in your shoes at least 4 weeks prior to the walk.

Other Items:

• Insect repellent Bedding: Tassie weather is unpredictable and it could get extremely cool at night ¨C we advise no matter which month you are travelling to always bring a sleeping bag to ensure you stay warm, (these can be pre-hired from us for $28 if you do not have your own - when booking your tour or later through our equipment hire page). In hot weather if you do not want to use your sleeping bag you may like to also bring a set of single sheets (We will provide pillows and pillow cases). Personal toiletries: deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, brush or comb towel Strong garbage bags or dry bags to waterproof essential equipment Note: Standard Package People who will be carrying their own gear will need to bring a lightweight tent & mattress. __________________________________________________

Your Day pack should include:

All participants must carry and/or wear the following personal equipment:

• Small backpack designed for bushwalking; suitable for the anticipated duration and loads
• band-aids
• camera
• hat
• Personal emergency medication e.g. Ventolin
• Gortex or lightweight rain jacket preferably made of a waterproof and breathable fabric and if possible waterproof pants
• A headtorch or lightweight torch with spare batteries and globe
• sun glasses - as there can be quite a bit of glare off the sand on sunny days
• sun screen
• water bladder or container with two litres of water
• swimmers / bathers (if you wish to swim at the beach)
• Plastic mug for tea and coffee on the track 

Inclusions

We have two packages to choose from. For those that want more creature comforts choose our deluxe package and we'll transport your luggage to the campsite and accommodation and have a walk in touring tent set up and ready for your arrival. Or for those training and wanting to get fit, you can pay less with our standard package and provide and carry your own tent and overnight pack.



DELUXE BAY OF FIRES PACKAGE:

Fully supported walk with your overnight luggage transported to the campsite & beach shack
Accommodation in walk in touring tents with off the ground beds and deluxe mattress night one
Accommodation in a waterfront beach shack on night two - situated on a beautiful bay
set behind the Bay of Fires
2 x delicious dinners featuring wonderful Tasmanian produce created by chef & author Karen Goodwin Roberts
2 x breakfasts
3 x lunches
Fresh fruit and trail mix to enjoy during your walk
Fine Tasmanian wine and beer and non-alcoholic drinks served with dinner.
Please note: we advise drinking in moderation as walking can be strenuous.
If you would like to enjoy alcohol after dinner you will need to provide your own.
Professionally guided - Our guides are locals who are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
Return transfers from Launceston and the Bay of Fires
National Park Pass

Please note: the only equipment you will need to bring is a sleeping bag which can be hired from us

STANDARD BAY OF FIRES PACKAGE:

Fully guided walk with a professional Guide
2 x delicious dinners featuring wonderful Tasmanian produce created by chef & author Karen Goodwin Roberts
2 x breakfasts
3 x lunches
Fresh fruit and trail mix to enjoy during your walk
Fine Tasmanian wine and beer and non-alcoholic drinks served with all dinners
Professionally guided - Our guides are locals who are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
Return transfers from Launceston and the Bay of Fires
National Park Pass
Note: In the standard package you must provide your own backpack, tent

Exclusions

Not included flights, travel insurance, sleeping bags (which can be hired from us)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made in writing (not sms). Notice of cancellation is not effective until received by the Company and must be made during office hours and do not include weekends or public holidays. The following fees apply to each individual person on cancellation:

42 days and over.... Loss of deposit.
41 to 21 days.......... 25% of tour fare;
20 to 8 days.............50% of tour fare.
7 days or less..........will incur a 100% cancellation fee regardless of circumstances.

Transfers to another date will be accepted but must be made 5 days or more prior to departure. Transfers must be made in writing (not sms). Notice of transfer is not effective until received by the Company and must be made during office hours and do not include weekends or public holidays. Transfer to a new departure date is subject to availability and minimum numbers and must be within 6 months of the original booking date. Transfers will incur a $10 administration fee. Inclement weather will not effect the normal operation of our tours please read out Weather Conditions policy below.

The Company strongly recommends that you obtain suitable private travel insurance prior to departure to cover any unforeseen circumstances.

Weather Conditions Policy:
Activities will normally operate in all but exceptional weather conditions. Conditions such as fog, mist, drizzle, showers, rain, sleet and windy conditions do not affect normal operation of our activities. Rain will not effect kayaking activities, in fact some of the best kayaking conditions are during rain., however strong winds may cause cancellation due to unsafe conditions. If this happens we will transfer your booking to another date, if another date is not possible, we will refund your money in full. If winds do look like they will affect the tour we will call you to discuss options first, as we are a mobile kayak business and have some excellent alternative locations that may be sheltered from the wind.


Conditions of travel
The Company reserves the right to cancel any ticket or booking or to refuse to carry any passenger where payments have not been received by the Company within the times specified. It is a condition of carriage that a passenger has paid all tour monies prior to the departure of the tour.

The Company reserves the right to alter the accommodation and/or itinerary or cancel a tour without notice as may be found necessary for any reason whatsoever including, but not limited to road, weather, bushfires or traffic conditions, track or park closures, strong winds, high seas, operational conditions and requirements. Where a tour is cancelled prior to the departure date we shall endeavour to offer the nearest possible alternative tour (subject to a refund or payment to cover any tour price difference) or, it this is not acceptable, refund your monies in full. All additional expenses incurred as a result of any delays, cancellations or alterations will be the sole responsibility of the passenger.

A minimum number participants booked are required to operate all tours, where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, the Company reserves the right to cancel a scheduled departure. The decision to operate the tour is usually made 14 days prior to the departure date.

Any special passenger requirements must be notified to the Company at the time of booking. No passenger will be permitted to embark or continue on the tour while their mental or physical condition is, in the opinion of any representative of the Company, such as to render them incapable of caring for themselves, or whereby th

Departs

Regular Scheduled departures from September to April. See dates highlighted in blue on calendar at right.

Unavailable Dates

No departures available May to August.

Pickup/Departure

Meet at 8.45am at the Grand Chancellor Hotel Cameron Street Launceston. Meet in the hotel foyer at 8.45am for a 9.00am departure. You will be transferred by Callows Coaches and meet your guide at Mt William National Park.

Drop-Off

You will be dropped back at the Hotel Grand Chancellor on day 3, between 4.30pm and 6.00pm depending on the pace of the group.

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