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Hiking through Lamington National Park in South-East Queensland, Australia Nature, Hiking, Cycling, Safari's (Aussie style!)

Explore the natural wonders of this unique and diverse continent on one of our Walkabout tours. Enjoy a travel experience that goes beyond the reach of ordinary tours, away from the highways and crowds, and onto the land where the beauty and adventure of Nature awaits you.


Walking Holidays in Australia - www.auswalk.com.auWalking Holidays in Australia
  
      
Trips in the Australian Alps,  Blue Mountains,  Great Ocean Road & the Grampians,  Tasmania,  Lord Howe Island & the Red Center

"Walking vacations for people who want outstanding walking during the day and comfortable, welcoming accommodation at night."

Self Drive & Walk - Fabulous itineraries combining self drive routes with the best walks available - all the planning is done for you, and comprehensive notes plus marked maps ensure you make the very best use of your holiday time. New itineraries include Kangaroo Island, the Hunter Valley wine region and Far North Queensland.      Self guided tours range in price from US $140 per person, per day.

Inn-to-Inn - Walking holidays that start any day of the year, with a minimum of 2 passengers gets you a guaranteed departure. Walks are available in many National Parks in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. The best part is the luggage is moved ahead of you while you walk, a very popular idea!    Self guided walks range in price from US $148 per person, per day.

Small Group Tours - Guided trips that combine Australia's best icons with special off-the-beaten track experiences. Available in Central Australia and far North Queensland.      Guided Tours range in price from US $200 per person, per day.

Prices are as guideline only.       For full details - click here to choose a package from this link to Auswalk, then phone Pacific Destination Center for prices and details at 1-800-227-5317.


Binna Burra Mountain LodgeBinna Burra Mountain Lodge
In Lamington National Park - 1 hour SE of Brisbane
From $169.00 per person per night

Binna Burra Mountain LodgeLamington National Park in South Eastern Queensland is a low volcanic plateau covered by dense subtropical eucalyptus, palm and beech rainforest. Many deep gorges produce numerous beautiful waterfalls, and the Park has abundant bird and animal life.   Miles of hiking trails explore the Park, and the lodge caters to the hiker and nature lover. A daily activities program is offered including guided hikes, naturalist presentations, night spotting for nocturnal animals, and more.   Here is an opportunity to enjoy the forests, animals and birds typical of the wetter eastern side of Australia in a beautiful and comfortable settings.

2 night package - $375.00 per person share twin     |     $430.00 single.
Includes: Acacia Cabin accommodation with private facilities, a country style breakfast daily, round trip coach transfers ex Brisbane and guided activities.


Canoeing on Dove Lake Spa Cabin Exterior Cradle Mountain Spa View of lake from lodge
Canoeing on Dove Lake Spa Cabin Exterior Cradle Mountain Spa View of lake from lodge

Cradle Mountain LodgeCradle Mountain Lodge - Tasmania - Located 2 hours west of Launceston
From $119.00 per person per night double occupancy

The Central Highlands of Tasmania is an Alpine wilderness of forests, mountains, and lakes, protected by Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park. Miles of hiking trails explore the Park which contains dark mossy rainforests and glacial tarns, Alpine meadows and tumbling rivers. The lodge offers a daily activities program including guided nature walks, canoeing, horse riding, and other activities. Regular visitors to the Lodge environs include wallabies, possums, wombats and the Tasmanian Devil, plus an assortment of native forest birds. From here you have an opportunity to explore the superb natural beauty of this unique island state.
Effective 17 August 2009, Cradle Mountain Lodge has joined the Accor MGaller Collection

2 night Package
Includes: Pencil Pine Cabin, full mountain breakfast daily and lodge activities. $238.00 pp share twin $437.00 pp single
Includes:  Spa Cabin, full mountain breakfast daily and lodge activities. $298.00 pp share twin  $556.00 pp single

Freycinet National Park Cradle Mountain peak Canoeing Freycinet Port Arthur, Freycinet
Freycinet National Park Cradle Mountain Peak Canoeing Freycinet Port Arthur, Freycinet

Freycinet Experience - Nature, Lodge & Walks - Tasmania
From US$17650.00 per person

Immerse yourself in the wilderness on this fully catered, 4-day guided walk covering the entire length of the Freycinet Peninsula on Tasmania's east coast.

On the Freycinet Experience Walk, no more than 10 guests participating in this four day bush walk from 2 - 6 hours daily and spend each evening at the Friendly Beaches Lodge.

The walk covers the entire length of the Freycinet Peninsula on the east coast of Tasmania. A group of no more than 10 guests are led by two guides through one of Tasmania’s most breathtaking National Parks. The guides provide natural and cultural interpretations of the environment.

At the end of each day's walk guests are brought back to the Friendly Beaches Lodge where the hosts at the lodge prepare a well deserved meal highlighting the best of Tasmanian wine and produce.

The Friendly Beaches Lodge has been architecturally designed so that it has minimal impact on the surrounding coastal bushland and is a winner of two National Architectural Awards from the Royal Australian Institute of Architects. The lodge is tucked away on 130 hectares of coastal bush surrounded by Casuarina, Tea Tree and Eucalypts so that although the lodge is less than 100 metres from the ocean, none of the buildings are visible from beach.

This minimal impact ethic is taken throughout the lodge which collects its own rainwater and solar power and utilises waterless toilets to minimise the environmental footprint.

The walk itself covers between 30 and 37 km depending on which walking option guests choose.    Regardless of choice all guests will travel from the southern tip to the north of the Freycinet peninsula in a continuous journey, and the best part is that because this bush walk is lodge based guests don’t have to carry a heavy pack.

Trips depart Fridays from December through to April.   Departure Dates: 2009/2010
October 2009 Fri 30 |  November 2009 Fri 6, Fri 13, Fri 20, Fri 27  |   December 2009 Fri 4, Fri 11, Wed 16, Sun 20, Tues 29

January 2010 Sat 2, Wed 6, Mon 11, Sat 16, Fri 22, Fri 29 |  February 2010 Fri 5, Fri 12, Fri 19, Fri 26
March 2010 Fri 5, Fri 12, Fri 19, Fri 26 |  April 2010 Fri 2, Tues 6, Fri 16, Fri 23

4 day / 3 nights - All inclusive.       Minimum 6/ max 10 pax.  Minimum age for a child is 8 years.     Price Includes: transport ex Hobart and within Tasmania including boat trips, all meals & wine, 3 nights lodge accommodation. Experienced Guides, National Park entrance fees, use of backpack & waterproof jacket


Heritage Cycle Tasmanian ExpeditionHeritage Cycle Tasmanian Expedition
6 Days / 5 Nights -  From $2,200.00 per person
Departs Launceston 9am - Nov'09 thru May'10

Cycle through the Colonial heart of Tasmania. Treat yourself to the ultimate active holiday - a spectacular combination of idyllic cycling, fabulous food and superb heritage B&B accommodation.  This classic expedition takes us from Launceston through rolling farmlands, to the spectacular east coast, then south to Hobart, exploring the historic villages along the way.

We visit the beautiful, historic villages of Longford, Ross and Richmond, as well as the convict ruins on the Tasman Peninsula. Green hedges, views across rolling pastures to the distant Western Tiers or islands off the coast, and sealed but infrequently used roads make for magnificent cycling on this 6 day trip. We will be cycling the most scenic sections of the route, with a minibus to carry us past the busier, less scenic roads.

Includes: Experienced Guides | 24 speed mountain bike | Cycle helmet | 5 night's Heritage accommodation - twin share | All meals from lunch Day 1 to lunch Day 6 | Support Vehicle to carry all personal clothing and equipment. Grade: Easy / Moderate - Suitable for fit, first timers.

Tour code: TASCYC685


Paperbark Camp tent exterior Nearby snorkeling Paperbark Camp tent interior Whale and Dolphin Watching
Paperbark Camp
tent exterior
Nearby snorkeling Paperbark Camp
tent interior
Whale & Dolphin
Watching

Paperbark Camp, Jervis Bay NSW, AustraliaPaperbark Camp - Luxury Safari Style Tents with En-suite (Located 2 hours south of Sydney)
From $125.00 per person share twin, per night B&B

Do you dream of camping in style under the stars? Relax and unwind in the natural surrounds of pristine Australian bush whilst enjoying the comfort of your own safari style tent with en-suite at Paperbark Camp, Jervis Bay.   Located just a few kilometres upstream from Huskisson on Sydney's stunning and unspoilt South Coast, the camp has been built amongst a tall stand of spotted gums and paperbarks, hand cleared to leave the smallest of footprints. on the environment. With 600m of frontage onto the highly protected Currambene Creek, guests can explore the Jervis Bay National Marine Park by canoes provided, take a strll along the bush paths keeping an eye out for local wildlife or explore the surrounding area by bike.

The camp accommodates up to 26 people in ten elevated tents with warp around verandahs, strong steel frames and a double canvas roof. Powered by solar energy, they have lighting, hot showers, flush toilet, comfortable queen or twin beds, luxury cotton linen, pure wool doonas, insect screens, candlelight and stylish locally made bush furniture.

With its wide open verandahs for outdoor dining in summer, and log fire in winter, the Gunyah is the camp's central meeting and lounge area. Now a highly regarded restaurant, the Gunyah provides guests with a unique dining experience offering the best of local produce, not to mention entertainment from our resident family possums!

Paperbark Camp offers tranquility and seclusion in a beautiful, natural setting, a welcome retreat in todays hectic world. (Closed winter July 01 - August 31).

1 night package includes Dinner, Bed & Breakfast - starts at $175.00 pp share twin in the Low Season 
2 night package with DBB, Dolphin cruise & picnic lunch - starts at $388.00 pp share twin 


Rates also include the use of canoes & bikes.
Child 6-12 yrs includes B&B: $46 p/nt sharing with adults

Low Season : April-Dec 24, Jan 11-31Mar.    High Season: Dec 25 - Jan 10

How to get there: Self-drive from Sydney along the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway, or seaplane transfer to Jervis Bay can be arranged.

During your stay you can experience:

  • Bush walking
  • Bike riding
  • Canoeing & sea kayaking
  • A visit to Bundanon - artist Arthur Boyd's gift to the nation
  • Birdwatching
  • Dolphin & whale watching
  • Diving & snorkeling
  • A bushtucker tour & local aboriginal culture
  • Fishing
  • Golf & tennis
  • Local award winning vineyards

...or just sleep in, indulge in a massage, read a book and enjoy the unique and romantic experience of sleeping under canvas.

NOTE: A minimum 2 night stay is required for all bookings that include a Saturday night.    PAPER100676


All prices are per person and quoted in US Dollars for your convenience. Prices are subject to change with exchange rate fluctuations. Tour Code: WALKGOEST. Page update: Aug'09. CA Seller of Travel Reg # 2023415-40

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