Item: National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour, Australia
Rating: 4.5
Author: janinepepperbush-com-au

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Tasmania Wildlife Tour, Bushies Get-about

A cruisy 3-day National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour, Australia which is moderately paced available on request which showcases the region's stunning landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and hundreds of birds. The flexibility of this tour can be structured to make time for photography, birding, and hiking activities.

This National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour has two nocturnal wildlife experiences complete with the ambience of campfire dining. You will enjoy a three or four course meal complete with local beverages before the action of the night begins when the wildlife emerges from the darkness.

The Canopy Capers tour is conducted at a bush cabin surrounded by native forest. Relax to the afternoon sounds of the bush chorus from the forest birds; enjoy a campfire dinner complimented by Tassie beverages before the sun sets when you take a guided walk into the forest to see the clingers and climbers of the Tassie bush during this National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour.

The National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour is set in the middle of open farmland which has been transformed to a private wildlife reserve. A place of tranquility and relaxation as you sit by the campfire as the forester kangaroos are very content with your company. As darkness falls, the campfire area is a place where wildlife politics can take a feisty turn. Tasmanian pademelons and brushtail possums display some intriguing personalities and can be entertaining. Then we also have the eastern quolls, wombats and wallabies that graze close-by.

We visit Little Blue Lake and Mt William National Park. Mt William National Park was established in 1973 to conserve the coastal heathlands and local flora. It has an abundance of wildlife and birdlife and beautiful endless beaches to explore.

Hiking options - day two can include a two-hour hike to Tasmania’s second highest peak on Ben Lomond. And day three and include a two-hour hike to the peak of Mt William as well as beach walks.

Your accommodation on your stay in north-east Tasmania is Beulah Heritage Accommodation in Scottsdale. This boutique bed and breakfast has two queens and one twin king single ensuite room. The room configurations allow us to accommodate up to six passengers on tour and utilising two 4WD vehicles and guides during this National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour.

This National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour can be a short-break fully guided tour away from a longer self-drive tour of Tasmania. Or maybe a quick visit from mainland Australia to fly-in and fly-out for the experience. We are happy to provide or organise pre and post tour transfers from and to the Launceston Airport or Launceston city.

National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour Highlights includes:

Fantastic landscape, wildlife and birding photographic opportunities
Ben Lomond National Park – spectacular Tolkien landscape
Mt William National Park and Bridport coastal area – known to have over 100 bird species
2 nocturnal wildlife tour experiences with campfire dinners
Private charter tour which allows flexibility with program options

Alternative Tour Name: Birdwatching Tours Tasmania - Northern Tasmania

Day 1

Day 1 – Platypus & Nocturnal Forest Experience

Self-drive to Scottsdale or Pepper Bush transfer from Launceston for a mid to late afternoon tour departure. Check in to your accommodation at Scottsdale.

Seasonal departures of 2.00 to 5.00 pm. Hunt for the fascinating and elusive platypus before travelling to a nearby bush cabin surrounded by native forest. Relax to the afternoon sounds of the bush chorus from the forest birds; enjoy a campfire dinner complimented by Tassie wines and beers before the sun sets when you take a guided walk into the forest to see the clingers and climbers of the Tassie bush

Campfire dinner - Be treated to a campfire dinner of local produce, prepared, and cooked on site. The 3-course dinner will be seasonal and will include premium Tasmania produce accompanied by Tasmanian beverages - Food restrictions and allergies must be advised.

After Dark Enchantment - As the sun goes down, hear the chuckling of kookaburras, and take an enchanted walk under the stars for an understanding and appreciation of wildlife movements in the Tasmanian bush. Experience the excitement and magic as nocturnal creatures appear from the bushes and trees. Sit beneath the eucalypts and as daylight fades see the strongly arboreal ringtail possums emerge above from their dreys seeking their nightly meal. Wait quietly and the brush-tail possums wander past in search of some tasty bush offerings. Follow your guide on a nocturnal walk-through local bushland to explore the many nocturnal wonders of Tasmania’s native forest with brush-tail possums peering down from high in the trees and hear the bumps of the night as the Bennett’s wallabies & pademelons go about their business.

Overnight – Beulah Heritage B&B

Dinner – Campfire dinner on tour

Day 2

Day 2 – Ben Lomond National Park & Nocturnal Wildlife Tour

Depart your accommodation 10.00-11.00 pm (seasonal) - visit Ben Lomond National Park, a spectacular mountain of dolerite columns and scree slopes and home to eight of the twenty highest peaks in Tasmania. Awesome views and a magnificent array of alpine vegetation are on offer. Ben Lomond plays an invaluable role in regional wildlife conservation and is the highest drivable point in Tasmania.

We travel the backroads through the Roses Tier forests to arrive at the Tyne Valley for your campfire/wildlife experiences.

Campfire dinner - with the forester kangaroos as your dinner companions, enjoy the ambience of campfire dining with a 4-course dinner consisting of Tasmanian tasting platter of cheeses and smoked meats followed by wallaby mountain burgers and native spiced salmon with dessert to finish. Settle back and relax with a Tassie beer or wine and watch the sun set and see our field of dreams come alive.

The Wildlife - You will be delighted and enchanted while sitting by the campfire as the wildlife appear at dusk. Forester kangaroos, eastern quolls, Tasmanian pademelons and brush-tail

possums feed near the campfire while Bennett’s wallabies and wombats graze close by. At times, platypus, tawny frogmouths, bandicoots, and owls can also be viewed. Return to your accommodation at Scottsdale 7.00-11.00 pm (seasonal)

Overnight – Beulah Heritage B&B

Dinner – Campfire dinner on tour

Day 3

Day 3 – Mt William National Park

A flexible day of exploring the far north-east corner of Tasmania with beach walks, wildlife, and birdlife. We can structure this day tour to suit your interests whether it be birding, hiking, or sightseeing.

Departing Scottsdale around 9.30-10.00 am we visit Little Blue Lake - a natural phenomenon resulting from the regions alluvial tin mining and pioneering days. Originally a mining hole, the lake reflects a vivid aqua blue from the minerals in its base. Leaving Blue Lake, we travel to Mussleroe Bay where the Mt William pelicans often hangout before the short drive to Mt William National Park.

Mt William National Park - features sparkling waters and granite boulders covered with bright orange lichen, long sandy beaches and clear blue seas with bird and wildlife species throughout. Take a stroll along the beaches, at times, lunch with the Bennett’s wallabies and the many resident bird species. After lunch an optional 60-minute return walk to the summit of Mt William is on offer for 360-degree views of the park. The Park is home to forester kangaroos & wombats and wedge tail eagles are often viewed soring overhead with echidnas being a frequent roadside find.

The Park is home to forester kangaroos & wombats and wedge-tail eagles are often viewed soring overhead with echidnas being a frequent roadside find. Return to Scottsdale late afternoon and enjoy an in-house dinner at Beulah Heritage Accommodation

Overnight – Beulah Heritage B&B

Dinner – Campfire dinner on tour

Day 4

Day 4 – Departure

After breakfast - self-drive or Pepper Bush Adventures arranged departure

Wildlife Reviews

4.5 stars

- based on 1 reviews

great fun
Arthur Schuetz15 Jul 2017
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Ben was a great guide. The two evenings at the cabins were magical, especially the friendly kangaroos. Superb outdoor dinners were an unexpected bonus. I was able to check off "see a platypus in the wild" from my bucket list. Accommodations in the Scottsdale B&B were fine. We'll do it again if we can.

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What are the group sizes?

Generally, our group sizes are 2 to 6 people private charter groups. On request we can take larger groups.

What sort of vehicles do you use?

We use comfortable 4WD vehicles, mostly Toyota Prado vehicles

What sort of accommodation can we expect?

We use a boutique bed and breakfast, Beulah Heritage Accommodation in Scottsdale

Is there any flexibility in pricing for budget travellers?

For more budget conscious travellers, programs can be shortened to reduce prices. Or please enquire if there are any discounts on offer – standby or off-season. A four person departure is the best value.

What distances are travelled on this tour?

Our base at Scottsdale in the heart of north-east Tasmania is well situated. There are 60-minute journeys to most of the sites that we visit. But a 2-hour travel distance to Trowunna Wildlife Park

Can you cater for special dietary requirements?

Some dietary requirements are catered for e.g., vegetarian, gluten free etc. But they must be advised at the time of booking

Do you have programs for families or take children on tour?

Programs can be adapted for families. But due to the long days and nocturnal tours, we prefer children to be 5 years and over

Is there a limit of luggage that I can bring?

In a group of 3 people or more, there is a luggage limit of 1 large and 1 small item

What clothing should I bring?

Tasmania’s weather can be unpredictable, so it is best to come prepared for all seasons

Payment and cancellation

We do not take a deposit, but full payment is required 30 days prior to the tour departure date. Cancellation within 30 days of the tour departure date results in 100% cancellation fee

Number of Travelers	Cost Per Traveler ($)	Total Cost ($)
2	3000	6000
3	2500	7500
4	1950	7800

National Parks and Wildlife Tasmania Tour, Australia - 3 Days