South Coast Track Trek
Trek the famous South Coast Track with a guided group in Tasmania
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South Coast Track Trek Overview
Tasmania’s South Coast Track is one of Australia’s finest long‑distance walks. On this 8-day guided South Coast Track trek, you’ll be carrying a full pack along the unspoiled wilderness of Australia’s southernmost shores. The 85-kilometre walk offers a spectrum of Tasmanian scenes, from empty beaches to towering rainforests and the alpine heights of the Ironbound Range. The South Coast Track is a place of wild scenes and wildlife, with the chance to see wombats, quolls and possibly even the orange‑bellied parrot, one of the world’s rarest bird species.
After a spectacular flight along the coast or mountains to the remote airstrip at Melaleuca in the World Heritage‑listed Southwest National Park, you will walk 10 to 15 km each day, carrying up to 20 kilograms and camping at night. The walk has a flexible itinerary that allows for a rest day and time for swims or exploration along the succession of south‑coast beaches. Following in the footsteps of early Indigenous Australians and ancient seafarers ‑ the South Coast Track was built as an escape route for shipwreck survivors. Your knowledgeable guides will lead you through a true wilderness experience and the challenge of a lifetime.
If you have a thirst for full pack hikes, have excellent fitness and an open, flexible approach to being in remote areas for multiple days then Tasmania’s South Coast Track is the perfect hiking adventure for you.
Trip highlights
Begin your adventure with a breathtaking flight to the remote Melaleuca airstrip.
Enjoy pristine beaches and the thrill of camping under the stars as you trek through the Tasmanian wilderness.
Challenge yourself with the impressive Ironbound Range, offering stunning views as you traverse the Ironbound Range.
Learn about ancient Aboriginal history and discover the rich cultural heritage of the area.
Day By Day Itinerary
The trip starts with a briefing at 9:30am at the Find Your Feet store in Hobart. Following the briefing, you will be driven to Cambridge Airport for your flight at 11:30am. The scenic flight into Melaleuca is a trip highlight.
In the afternoon, begin walking to Point Eric. On arrival, pitch tents, collect drinking water, and enjoy a hot drink, beach cricket, swimming, or a beach walk before dinner.
- Overnight Location:
- Waterfront campsite at Point Eric
- Distance:
- 12km, 3-4 hours
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
After breakfast, pack up camp and head along the beach. Skirt around a rocky headland, climb onto Sedge and Melaleuca clad plains, and descend over Red Point Hills with panoramic views. In the afternoon, traverse muddy paths to Louisa River, camping near the impressive Ironbound Range.
- Overnight Location:
- Camp near Louisa River
- Distance:
- 17km, 7-9 hours
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Start early for the climb up the Ironbound Range, reaching almost a thousand meters. The descent is through lush rainforest and Tea Tree bush, ending at Little Deadman’s Bay. This day is long and demanding, with potential harsh weather conditions.
- Overnight Location:
- Camp at Little Deadman’s Bay
- Distance:
- 13km, 7-10 hours
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Enjoy a well-earned rest day at Little Deadman’s Bay. Spend the day relaxing, reading, or playing cards. Guides will re-supply from a nearby food-drop.
- Overnight Location:
- Camp at Little Deadman’s Bay
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Trek through some of the track’s best mud holes, cross a lagoon by rowboat, and walk along the coast’s longest beach. The campsite for the night will be chosen based on water availability, group fitness, and guide preferences.
- Overnight Location:
- Camp at Osmiridium Beach
- Distance:
- 13.3km, 4-5 hours
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Wander through wet sclerophyll forest from beach to beach. Enjoy a leisurely lunch, swim, and explore fossils. The campsite is perched above cliffs at Granite Beach, offering refreshing showers from a cascading water source.
- Overnight Location:
- Camp at Granite Beach
- Distance:
- 10km, 4-5 hours
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
A challenging day with multiple climbs and descents over the South Cape Range. The final campsite is at South Cape Rivulet, featuring excellent swimming spots and coastal views.
- Overnight Location:
- Camp at South Cape Rivulet
- Distance:
- 9km, 6-8 hours
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
A gentle end to the trek, with strolls along picturesque beaches and headlands. The trek concludes at Cockle Creek, Australia’s southernmost town. Transfer back to Hobart and enjoy a celebratory dinner with the group to wrap up this epic adventure!
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 11km, 3-4 hours
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
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Inclusions
Included
- 7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners, snacks and hot drinks during the trek are included.
- Camping accommodations for 7 nights are included. Sleeping bag is not included, but can be rented for an extra charge.
- Return transport to Hobart by private minibus is included.
- 2 professional wilderness guides
- Food drop provisions along the track
- Scenic flight to Melaleuca
- Return transport to Hobart by private minibus
- National Park fees
- Tent and inflatable sleeping mat
- Group camping equipment including all cooking & eating equipment
- Emergency communications & group first aid kit
Not included
- Travel to and from Hobart
- Accommodation before or after the trip
- Items of a personal nature: alcoholic beverages, car parking etc
- Travel insurance
- Face masks and hand sanitiser
Optional Extras
- Sleeping bag rental
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FAQ
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 5 / 5. The South Coast Track is a very tough trip and you need to be fit and prepared. This involves trekking in remote areas for up to 8 to 10 hours a day, possibly more, over rugged and varied terrain. The tracks may be long, rough and very steep. There will be creek and river crossings, walking on sand and through mud. With remoteness comes potential to encounter variable weather conditions. You will need an excellent level of fitness, be prepared to carry a full pack weighing up to 20kgs and be completely comfortable in adverse weather conditions and remote locations where evacuation may be very difficult.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners, snacks and hot drinks during the trek are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover trekking. Get your travel insurance.
The easiest way is flying to Hobart International Airport (HBA), which is located about 17 km from the city center. It receives direct flights from major Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Adelaide.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
For your expedition you will need to carry all equipment in a full trekking backpack that is 75‑90 litres in capacity. Depending on the quantity of personal gear and toiletries the average pack weight will weigh between 17‑20kg when packed with food and water. This will need to include the following items:
- Sleeping bag
- Inflatable sleeping mat
- Portion of the shared tent
- Portion of the group’s food
- All wet weather gear
- All personal items that you have decide to bring along
The tour ends where it begins, in Hobart.
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