Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 6 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 16-99 yrs
max group size 10
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-33813
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Operated in English

Starts Launceston, Australia
Ends Launceston, Australia

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With everything taken care of, you’re free to make the most of the incredible scenery and views as you make your way along one of Australia’s most iconic hiking trails.
Leave all the organisation to us – from tickets and permits to camping gear - comfortable all-season tents and cooking equipment are all provided
Make the most of the local knowledge of two expert mountain guides along the way, and you’ll never take a wrong turn.
Enjoy the flexibility to tackle the trek as you like – the main track for a more leisurely hike, or add on a side trip like summitting Cradle Mountain or Mt Ossa for an extra challenge.

The trip "Trek The Cradle Mountain Overland Track" starts from and ends in Launceston. It is a trekking and hiking tour that takes 6 days taking you through Waterfall Valley Hut, Du Cane Gap, Kia Ora Hut and 6 other destinations in Australia. "Trek The Cradle Mountain Overland Track" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Take on the challenge of Australia’s most famous trek – the Cradle Mountain Overland track – and take in some of Tasmania’s most stunning scenery. With two expert mountain guides at your side, you’ll make your way through temperate rainforest and groves of eucalypts, across alpine moors and through valleys, skirt the edges of bright blue lakes and take in views of waterfalls and towering peaks in the distance. Camp on the edges of historic huts under star-filled skies, wake up to dramatic landscapes and take the chance to tackle side trips like summitting the island’s highest peak Mt Ossa. This active adventure with Intrepid is one of the best ways to take in an iconic trek and landscape.

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Day 1: Launceston / Cradle Mountain National Park / Overland Track
Day 2: Overland Track
Day 3: Overland Track
Day 4: Overland Track
Day 5: Overland Track
Day 6: Overland Track / Lake St Clair / Launceston

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Bush camping (with limited facilities) (5 Nights)

Meals

5 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Transport

Walking , Private vehicle , Ferry

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Overland Track - Ronny Creek to Waterfall Valley Trek
Cradle Mountain National Park - Marion's Lookout
Overland Track - Waterfall Valley to Lake Windermere Trek
Overland Track - Lake Windermere to New Pelion Hut Trek
Cradle Mountain National Park - Forth Gorge Lookout
Overland Track - Pelion Plains to Kia Ora Creek Trek
Overland Track - Kia Ora Creek to Windy Ridge Trek
Overland Track - Windy Ridge to Lake St Clair Trek
Cradle Mountain National Park - Lake St Clair Ferry Ride

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Launceston are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track tour. You can cancel the tour up to 58 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 57 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 15 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 15 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 57 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you

This trip is is a wilderness hike, best suited to experienced hikers who are comfortable with the prospect of multiple consecutive days of hiking in all conditions as it involves plenty of walking over varied terrain. Good footwear, clothing for all types of Tasmanian weather, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. Details on physical activities and a packing list can be found in the trip notes. The total distance covered on this trip is approximately 65km.
You will need to carry your own gear on this trek. Expect the weight of your pack to be up to around 15 kg. This includes a portion of the food for the trip, and a share of a tent which will be around 1.4 kg.
This is a camping trip and you will be required to set up camp each night. Facilities are very basic (bush camping toilets, no showers)

COVID VACCINATION POLICY

Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer mandatory on departures after 1st January 2023. Nonetheless, all travellers are strongly advised to be vaccinated as a safety measure to protect themselves and others on the tour. This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination are required.

Also, proof of vaccination may still be required at specific entry points or by the airlines. Therefore, please make sure to check all the travel requirements carefully before travelling.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
Hygiene and safety guidelines will be followed to ensure your well being is looked after during travels.

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