Flinders Island Walk - 5 Days

Experience the unspoiled beauty of Flinders Island, a hidden gem located in Bass Strait above Tasmania, renowned for its tranquillity, pristine landscapes, and abundant wildlife.

Our 5-Day Pack-Free Walk invites you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural surroundings and discover the island’s unique attractions.

Throughout your adventure, you’ll have the opportunity to witness stunning views from the impressive granite summit of Mt Strzelecki, the highest point on the island. The panoramic vistas from the top are nothing short of spectacular, offering a perfect backdrop for unforgettable photographs and moments of reflection.

As you explore Flinders Island, you’ll traverse its diverse National Parks, where well-maintained walking trails lead you through lush forests, coastal heathlands, and along rugged shorelines. The island is home to over 120 pristine beaches, where you can take in the fresh sea breeze and enjoy the soft sound of waves lapping at the shore. These serene spots provide perfect opportunities for rest and relaxation amid your hiking adventures.

DAY ONE: Arrival Day - Late afternoon walk Trouser Point Circuit

TRAIL NOTES: 2 hours walking with breaks. 2kms. Easy Grade.

TERRAIN: Relatively flat walking, with short rocky sections. Steep cliffs adjacent to the track in some sections.

WALK ITINERARY: Upon arriving at Flinders Island Airport, your guides will be waiting to greet you. Once all guests have arrived, we set out for an afternoon walk and the first look at this spectacular island. Our walk takes us to Trousers Point to see some of the peninsula’s most impressive geological features – this short walk is nothing short of amazing. Trousers Point is popular for two stunning beaches, unique rock features and beautiful panoramas to Mount Strzelecki and off-shore islands. Trousers Point Beach, with sparkling waters, large stretches of white sand and a mountain climbing from the ocean, is the most praised beach on Flinders Island. On the opposite side of Trousers Point Beach lies Fotheringate Bay. Fotheringate Bay has beautiful granite caves shaped by emerging groundwater, marine erosion and alveolar weathering of cliffs. Afterwards, we return to our accommodation with time to freshen up before enjoying a wonderful dinner prepared by the lodges private chef, served with Tasmania Wine.

DAY TWO: Sawyers Bay to Castle Rock

TRAIL NOTES: Approximately 12kms (4-5 hours walking with breaks). Walking Grade: Easy to Medium. Moderate degree of fitness required.

TERRAIN: A natural trail that meanders through coastal heath and along beaches (firm and soft sand). Some sections of climbing on beach rocks. Largely flat walking.

WALK ITINERARY: Enjoy a hearty breakfast before we head out to explore the historic settlement point area. The walk starts at Sawyer’s Bay, with some boulder hopping and beach walking. We’ll see the old Cemetery and Historic church, plus we will visit the Furneaux Historical museum to learn about the explorers, sealers and early settlers of the island. After lunch, we hike across the peninsula to Castle Rock on Marshall Bay, one of the Island’s iconic landmarks. For the more adventurous some sand surfing is the only way to end our day. After our day’s walk, we transfer back to the accommodation in Loccota. Enjoy dinner and wine tonight at your accommodation while talking about the day’s adventures.

DAY THREE: Killiecrankie to the Dock

TRAIL NOTES: Approximately 7.5 kms (3.5-5 hours walking with breaks). Easy to Medium. Moderate degree of fitness required.

TERRAIN: Some sections of climbing on beach rocks along the coast. Sandy tracks and beach walking on soft and hard sand. Mainly flat walking but some short ups and downs.

WALK ITINERARY: After breakfast, we drive to the tiny fishing township of Killiecrankie along the way enjoy the scenic landscapes of Flinders Island we pass. The locals are friendly (760 in total) it’s an easy pace of life and it’s full of fresh air. Today’s walk is along the spectacular Killiecrankie Coast to the Dock, named for its natural rock formations. A great walk with rocky gulches backed by the cliff of Mount Killiecrankie and dramatic views out to sea. We make sure we have enough time to stop at Stacky’s Bight, a perfect swimming spot. Afterwards, we return to our accommodation before enjoying a celebratory dinner at the lodge, prepared using fresh, locally sourced produce.

DAY FOUR: Mt Strzelecki Walk

TRAIL NOTES: Approximately 5kms (4-5 hours walking with breaks). Easier Option: Palana to Holloway Point. 10kms. 4-6 hours with breaks. Medium to Hard grade. Mount Strzelecki requires respect and moderate degree of fitness required. Easy Option: Trousers Point Circuit: Easy grade

TERRAIN: Includes two hours of steep uphill at the start of the day. Total climb for the day is 753 metres. Terrain is a combination of well-formed natural trail, rock scrambling and walking up and down granite slabs but nothing technically difficult.

WALK ITINERARY: This morning enjoy a superb breakfast before heading to the trail. Today you will feel a real sense of achievement by walking up to beautiful Mount Strzelecki, unquestionably the highlight of walking in the Furneaux group. The view from the summit is exceptional with many good viewpoints along the way. Strzelecki National Park is small in area but has some great ridges and impressive rock peaks and we climb the highest of these at 753 metres.

FLEXIBLE WALKING OPTION: For those not up to the challenge of Mt Strzelecki, we have a shorter walking option today from Paland to Holloway Point on the Northern Shores of the Island. We start at the lovely Palana Beach. Palana Beach is a much-loved meeting place for locals and regular visitors to Flinders Island. You may find the ‘Chinese fingernails’ along this section of the coast. The spectacular views of the Sister Islands enrich the experience. During today’s walk, there is no track. So, we meander through rocky headlands covered in bright orange lichen and small areas of unspoiled sandy beaches. A highlight of the walk is watching the speed at which the water flows into the river mouth of North East River.

Afterwards, we return to our accommodation for another superb dinner served with Tasmania wine.

DAY FIVE: Departure Day

Enjoy a wonderful farewell breakfast before transferring to the airport.

OPTIONAL WALK: Optional morning walk to Blue Rocks (2kms – Easy Grade) for those with lunchtime or afternoon flights.

Transfers to the airport provided to meet your individual scheduled flights.

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