Tassie Challenge Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
The following itinerary is recommended as a guide for planning purposes only. Track and weather conditions will inevitably determine the final journey of each individual challenge. To maintain our unblemished safety record, all trekking with Our Spirit is done during daylight hours only. Trekking at night increases the risk of injury and should only be attempted by experienced trekkers when absolutely necessary.
Adventure Schedule
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Details
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Accommodation
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1
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Domestic flight to Hobart (as indicated on the schedule).
Transfer to Dove Lake for a meet and greet with local guides and essential participant briefing.
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Twin share room at Dove Lake Hotel (or similar)
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2
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An early start to the Overland Track sees participants trekking the very scenic 32km bush track climbing from Dove Lake up the ridge to Waterfall Valley and across the moors to descend the rocky path to Lake Windermere. After climbing another ridge to Pine Forest we follow the board walk across the vast plains to Frog Flats (the lowest point on the track at 720m) before the final climb to Pelion Hut where we camp overnight.
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Park Huts/tents
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3
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The 30 km walk from Pelion Hut to Narcissus Hut at Cynthia Bay commences with a climb through the beautiful rainforest up to Pelion Gap and the stunning views of Mount Ossa. As our trek continues the awesome Du Cane Range comes into view and we make our descent down the rainforest track and through Windy Ridge and Pine Valley to arrive at Narcissus Hut late in the afternoon.
From here we kayak 16 km across the magnificent Lake St Clair to our campsite for the night.
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Camping in tents
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4
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A 90 km mountain bike ride from St. Clair through the Great Tasmanian Trail to arrive in Victoria Valley enables participants to experience some of Tasmanias most beautiful landscapes beyond the popular tourist trails.
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Camping in tents
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5
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Brace yourself for an exciting 87km mountain bike ride (including fast down hill road and rugged track sections) from Victoria Valley to beautiful Salmon Ponds.
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Camping in tents
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6
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The day begins with a quick 3km walk from Salmon Ponds to Railway Bridge where we commence our 17 km kayak paddle to Chalk Cliff. From here we set off on an enduring 20 km up hill mountain bike ride to Collinsvale.
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Camping in tents
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7
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From Collinsvalle, it’s a 25km walk over Mount Wellington to finish the adventure in Salamanca Place in the heart of Hobart. After a challenging week, participants enjoy a night of celebrations in recognition of their achievement.
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Camping in tents
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8
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Hotel transfer to airport. Return flight from Hobart (as indicated on the schedule).
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