✅ All Inclusive

Where You’ll Stay

For three nights, guests stay at Icena Farm, a working sheep and cattle property nestled near the edge of Mt William National Park. This remote corner of northeast Tasmania is home to abundant wildlife, rolling pastures, and peaceful skies—and your base is right in the heart of it.

Accommodation is in recently renovated Shearers’ Quarters, each cabin with heating and its own ensuite bathroom. Twin and queen rooms are available, complete with all essentials: towels, sheets, blankets, and a few thoughtful extras. A shared lounge, dining room, and sunny outdoor deck bring the group together after a day on the trail.

Single rooms are available for solo travellers seeking a little extra space (subject to availability and additional cost).

What You’ll Eat

Food on this tour is hearty, home-style, and locally inspired—because nourishing your body is just as important as feeding your spirit.

Your guides prepare every meal, showcasing seasonal Tasmanian produce: local cheeses, fresh meats, crisp veggies, and wholesome baked goods. Expect flavours that reflect the region, made with care and minimal food miles.

• Breakfasts feature a continental spread: muesli, fruit, toast, yogurt, and good coffee.
  
• Lunches vary—think fresh rolls, wraps, sliced meats, roasted veg, and build-your-own picnics with a view.
  
• Dinners are casual two-course meals like roast lamb, seasonal curries, or hearty pasta dishes, followed by something sweet—maybe pavlova, fruit crumble, or warm cake.
  
• Snacks & treats? Always. Daily trail mix, fruit for the hike, tea breaks with biscuits or cake, and evening antipasto with cheese, dips, and crackers.
  

Alcohol is not included, but feel free to BYO. If you're packing wine, just wrap it well in your main bag—Tasmanian roads can get bumpy.

Dietary needs? Most can be accommodated—just let us know at the time of booking so we can plan ahead.

✅ What’s Included

Itinerary Activities

4 days of expertly guided walking through Tasmania’s northeast coast, including Mt William National Park, Ansons Bay, Eddystone Point, and the stunning Bay of Fires coastline

Guides

Two experienced, accredited guides who double as storytellers, chefs, and legends in the field—there to keep you safe, fed, and inspired

Accommodation

3 nights in comfortable twin-share eco-accommodation hosted by local partners

(Single supplements available at extra cost, pending availability)

Meals

3 nourishing breakfasts

4 delicious lunches

3 hearty two-course dinners

Trail snacks, fruit, nibbles, tea, coffee, and sweet treats throughout the day

(All meals thoughtfully prepared using local, seasonal ingredients)

Transfers

Return transport from Launceston

All on-tour transfers in a 12-seater mini-coach with luggage trailer

Equipment

First aid and safety gear carried by guides

Day-pack only walking (we transport your bags)

Fees & Impact

All National Park entry fees

Full carbon offsetting in line with Zero Trace sustainability values

🚫 What’s Not Included

✈️ Getting There and Back

Travel to and from Launceston isn’t included—whether it’s by plane, train, or slow meander through wine country. Just be sure to arrive at the pickup point on time.

💵 Tips

Tipping is entirely optional, never expected—but always appreciated if your guides make your journey unforgettable (and they usually do).

🧳 Travel Insurance

Strongly recommended. It’s your safety net in case of cancellations, medical hiccups, or wayward luggage. This tour includes remote terrain—insurance is a smart move.

🍻 Personal Spending

Bring some spending money for drinks, optional extras, or that local handmade souvenir you didn’t know you needed.

📄 Visas

If you’re coming from abroad, check your visa requirements in advance. Tasmania doesn’t do surprise guests at the border.

Tasmania’s east coast is known for its beauty—and its unpredictability.

While the Bay of Fires region generally enjoys milder weather than the island’s interior, conditions can shift quickly.

Expect cool mornings, crisp sea breezes, and the occasional burst of wild coastal wind. Days are often clear and sunny, but it’s not uncommon to encounter light rain or fog rolling in from the ocean.

Average temperatures range between 10–22°C (50–72°F) depending on the season. Layers are key: bring a warm jacket, breathable base layers, and a waterproof shell. Even on sunny days, coastal winds can cool things down fast.

While we walk rain or shine, your guides may adjust the route slightly for safety and comfort based on conditions.

In short: pack for variety, prepare for adventure, and trust that the weather—like the landscape—will add to the experience.

🎒 What To Bring

This is a pack-light, day-pack-only adventure—but the right gear makes all the difference. You won’t need to carry your main bag while walking, but you will want smart layers and a few trail essentials with you each day.

✅ ESSENTIALS (Don’t Leave Home Without These)
- Worn-in walking boots or trail shoes (Comfort is everything)
- High-quality rain jacket with hood (Waterproof and seam-sealed)
- Fleece jacket or warm layer
- Wide-brimmed hat for sun protection
- Wool beanie and gloves (Yes, even in summer—this is Tasmania)
- 20L+ day pack with hydration compatibility
- Water bottle and/or bladder (2L total capacity recommended)
- Sunscreen and SPF lip balm
- Electrolytes/hydrolytes
- Blister care (pads or tape)
- Hand sanitiser
- Sunglasses
- Small container for carrying your packed lunch

🎒 RECOMMENDED EXTRAS
- Walking poles (great for uneven terrain)
- Gaiters (for added protection in scrub)
- Camera or phone (plus extra batteries/power bank)
- Binoculars (for birdwatching and bonus views)
- Reusable coffee cup (for any café stops en route)

🧳 CLOTHING & PERSONAL ITEMS (Main Bag)
- Soft-sided main bag (for trailer-friendly packing)
- 2 pairs of lightweight pants (quick-dry preferred)
- 2 long-sleeve shirts (sun-smart and breathable)
- 4 T-shirts
- Thermal base layers
- Swimwear and lightweight towel
- Warm evening clothes & comfy shoes
- Walking socks & underwear
- Spare fleece or jumper
- Toiletries (shampoo, soap, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, insect repellent, etc.)
- Reusable waterproof bag for worn clothing

TOP TIP:
Coastal Tassie weather is beautifully unpredictable. Layers are your best friend—and that rain jacket? Always pack it, even if the forecast says otherwise.

• The Bay of Fires is traditional Country of the Palawa people, named by Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773 after seeing Aboriginal fires along the coast.
• The striking orange lichen on the granite boulders is a species of Xanthoria, which thrives in the salt spray and gives the bay its famous colour.
• Eddystone Point Lighthouse (built 1889) is still operational and marks the northern end of the walk.
• The area contains numerous Aboriginal shell middens and stone tool sites dating back thousands of years.
• The Bay of Fires is one of Tasmania’s most important humpback whale migration corridors (May–November).
• The white-sand beaches and rocky headlands support rich marine life including Australian fur seals, dolphins, and abundant seabirds.
• The walk passes through Mt William National Park, home to healthy populations of forester kangaroos and the rare eastern barred bandicoot.

Carbon Footprint & Offset Report: Fiery Bays & Pristine Shores – 4-Day Bay of Fires Guided Walk

Quick Snapshot

Estimated CO₂e footprint per participant: 550 kg CO₂e
(higher-end conservative estimate – covers all on-tour impacts plus average travel to/from Launceston)

Our 200% offset commitment per booking: 1,100 kg CO₂e
Funded through genuine landscape restoration in climate-vulnerable developing regions (reforestation, mangroves, soil regeneration, etc.). This creates real net-positive impact beyond neutrality.

Tour summary

• 4 days / 3 nights
• Small group (max 10 guests + 2 guides)
• Starts and ends in Launceston, Tasmania
• ~50 km guided walking on beaches and coastal tracks
• All on-tour transfers in 12-seater mini-coach
• 3 nights twin-share eco-accommodation at Icena Farm shearers’ quarters
• Full meals (3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners + snacks) using local Tasmanian produce

Overview

This report estimates the carbon footprint for one individual participant on this tour using higher-end data from trusted sources. We intentionally choose upper-range figures to fully cover every impact – including hard-to-measure parts like supply chains and indirect effects.

We then double it (200%) and fund genuine landscape restoration projects in developing and climate-affected regions worldwide. This goes beyond standard offsetting to deliver real, lasting benefits for ecosystems and communities.

All figures in kg CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent – the standard measure that includes all greenhouse gases).

Tour Snapshot

• Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
• Key locations: Launceston start/end, Mt William National Park, Bay of Fires coastline (Cape Naturaliste to Humbug Point), Eddystone Point lighthouse, Ansons Bay
• Travel style: Moderate guided walking tour (10–14 km/day on sand and bush tracks), with daily mini-coach shuttles
• Assumptions: Average participant (e.g. from major Australian cities or international), standard behaviours, higher-impact choices where uncertain. Travel to/from Launceston is not included in the tour price but is factored into the higher-end footprint for completeness.

Calculation Approach

• Sources: UK DEFRA 2025 conversion factors, Australian National Greenhouse Accounts, UNWTO tourism data, IPCC guidelines, and peer-reviewed studies.
• Higher-end scale: Upper-range emission factors everywhere, plus radiative forcing for flights, well-to-tank fuel effects, +10–15% uncertainty buffer, and conservative assumptions for remote Tasmanian operations.
• Per person, full tour experience.
• Excludes only purely personal extras (e.g. souvenirs or optional alcohol).

Detailed Emissions Breakdown (per participant)

Transportation – 420 kg CO₂e

• Average return travel to/from Launceston (higher-end mix of domestic flights from Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane or international connections): 380 kg – uses upper short/medium-haul factors with full radiative forcing multiplier.
• All on-tour mini-coach transfers (~700 km total vehicle distance, shared): 40 kg – higher-end factor for diesel van/bus with realistic occupancy.

Accommodation – 105 kg CO₂e

• 3 nights at Icena Farm eco shearers’ quarters (rural Tasmania with heating): 35 kg per night – higher-end estimate for remote location energy use, water, and laundry (twin-share basis).

Meals & Food – 48 kg CO₂e

• 4 full days of meals + snacks (Tasmanian produce, picnics, dinners with meat options): 12 kg per day – higher-impact tourism diet including production, transport, and waste.

Activities & Excursions – 15 kg CO₂e

• Guided walks, cultural interpretation, optional swims/summit climbs, guide support, and minor equipment/fuel use.

TOTAL ESTIMATED FOOTPRINT PER PERSON: 550 kg CO₂e

Our 200% Offset Commitment

• Amount we will offset:2 × 550 kg = 1,100 kg CO₂e per individual booking.
• How: Direct funding of landscape restoration projects – reforestation, mangrove protection, regenerative agriculture, wetland and soil carbon restoration.
• Where: Developing countries and regions most affected by climate change (e.g. Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America) for maximum global benefit and community co-benefits.
• Why 200% and higher-end estimates: To absolutely guarantee coverage despite any measurement discrepancies and to create genuine extra positive impact on the planet.

Important Notes (transparency)

• Numbers are deliberately conservative (higher) so we over-deliver on restoration – your real footprint may be lower.
• The tour operator already aims for strong sustainability; our independent higher-end analysis ensures even greater certainty.
• Carbon accounting has natural uncertainties – doubling it is the responsible approach.
• This directly supports landscape restoration that sequesters carbon long-term while restoring biodiversity and helping local communities.

What level of fitness is required for this tour?

This is a moderate-grade hike, suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness and a sense of adventure. You’ll walk for 4–6 hours a day on a variety of surfaces including beach sand, rocky headlands, and forest trails. Training walks ahead of time will definitely help you get the most out of the experience.

📄 Read the full Trip Notes here.

What’s the accommodation like?

You'll stay at Icena Farm, a peaceful working property near Mt William National Park. The shearers’ quarters have been newly renovated and offer warm, comfortable twin-share rooms—each with its own ensuite. A single supplement is available for guests wanting their own private space (subject to availability and additional cost).

📄 See the accommodation details in the Trip Notes.

What meals are included?

All meals are included from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4. That’s:

3 Breakfasts

4 Lunches

3 two-course dinners

Plus trail snacks, fruit, tea, coffee, and antipasto nibbles each evening

Meals are wholesome, hearty, and made with fresh Tasmanian ingredients. Catering to most dietary needs is possible—just let us know after you book.

What do I need to bring?

You’ll only carry a day pack from the accomodation, but having the right gear matters. Key items include worn-in walking boots, a waterproof rain jacket, warm layers, and a 2L water supply.

📄 Download the full gear list here.

Can I fly out on the last day of the tour?

Yes—but please don’t book flights out of Launceston before 7:00pm on the final day. You’ll return to the city by mid to late afternoon, depending on weather and road conditions.

Is airport transfer included?

Transfers during the tour are included, but flights and airport transfers are not. If you're arriving early or staying after the tour, you'll need to make your own way to and from Launceston city.

Is there a recommended place to stay before or after the tour?

Yes—Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston offers a discounted rate for tour guests. Just mention “Park Trek” when booking directly with the hotel.