Walking on Flinders Island is connecting with Tasmanian island culture in a place that is a superlative natural and cultural wonderland. Named after Captain Matthew Flinders who first navigated these islands in 1798, Flinders Island is one Australia’s best kept walking holiday secrets.
Flinders Island is the main island of the Furneaux group, a collection of 78 islands that stretch across Bass Strait between Tasmania and mainland Australia. A true hidden gem, Flinders is 75km long and 40km wide, with a resident population of about 800 people and is blessed with pure white beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, striking mountain peaks and ranges. Flinders Island enjoys a more moderate climate compared to its neighbours, Melbourne and Launceston and is best enjoyed in the summer season. With a backbone of granite peaking at Strzelecki and continuing through the Darling Ranges, the island offers spectacular rugged mountain ranges, in addition to rich wide agricultural plains and stunning coastal scenery. The island has abundant native wildlife, gorgeous wild flowers and extensive stands of old growth forests.
Trek Tasmania is excited to offer this guided walking tour, which will be led by two of our professional wilderness guides. This trek is fully vehicle supported so you only carry a day pack. Our guides love to source as much local produce as they can; our meals are a highlight of every trek. We take you to the must see places and the secret spots that no one else knows about, getting fully immersed in the wilderness heart of the island. Our Flinders Island 6 day walking holiday is about getting off track, slowing down the pace, swimming, camping and walking in a true wilderness wonderland.
Flinders Island Olives
Flinders Island Olives is the only commercial grove on Flinders Island. The olives are pressed on site within hours of picking to produce a magnificent organic olive oil. This organic extra virgin olive oil reflects the environmental character of the island. It is complex and peppery. We are lucky to be able to partner up with Jude to offer an authentic camping experience on the island. Where possible Jude will showcase how the farm works during our stay. We always include the delicious olive oil in our diverse meals at camp – that’s for certain.
Itinerary Summary
Day 1 : Pick up from Launceston, fly Launceston to Flinders Island, walk Palana/north east tip of Flinders Island | 13kms
Day 2 : Walk coast from the Docks to Killiecrankie | 11kms
Day 3 : Climb Mt Killiecrankie | 8kms
Day 4 : Explore the Furneaux Museum and Wybalenna, walk to Castle Rock | 10kms
Day 5 : Climb Mt Strzelecki | 6kms
Day 6 : Pillingers Peak and Lillies Beach Walk , fly to Launceston | 10kms
What’s included
- 2 professional wilderness guides
- 5 nights camping
- 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners
- Return flights from Launceston to Flinders Island
- All transport on Flinders Island
- Group camping equipment
- National Park and camping fees
- Entry to Furneaux Museum
- Twin Share Tent, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Mat
- Emergency communications & group first aid kit
- Wet weather gear and other walking accessories can be hired at great prices
- Maximum 10 people
As the flight to Flinders Island is in a small plane there is a strict baggage allowance – allowance is 15kg checked baggage, 6kg maximum hand luggage (this will be weighed and checked). There is no option to take excess luggage.
Notes to consider
Our 6 day Flinders Island adventure is a demanding walk. There are many off track sections with no marked trails, we advise you to do as much training as you can before your tour with us. The more you train for the walk the easier you will handle the terrain and the more you will enjoy this wonderful part of the world. It’s also important to come along with an open mind, ready for an awesome experience whatever the weather, whoever the group. Alcohol can be purchased on the island. It is very important that you bring the right gear for the conditions. The Tasmanian weather can be unpredictable, storms and very strong winds can arise very quickly and heavy rain can fall at any time of the year. Quality rain jackets and over pants are available for hire. If you are at all concerned about your ability to do this walk, please feel free to call one of us here at Trek Tasmania for more advice.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control.
Day 1: Fly Launceston to Flinders Island. walk from North East River
Pick up from Launceston hotels early morning (time confirmed when booking) and transfer to airport. Fly scenic flights from Launceston to Flinders Island. Short vehicle transfer to North East River and walk along the spectacular north east tip of Flinders Island to Palana. A short vehicle transfer will take you to Killicrankie, where you will enjoy a short walk into our special island base
camp.
13kms
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Walk the Docks to Killiecrankie
Transfer from Killiecrankie to the Docks. Walk along the spectacular Killiecrankie Coast back into our base camp. Following a full day hiking the rugged and secluded headlands of the north west of Flinders Island. Tonight we enjoy another spectacular sunset and another delicious island focused meal.
11kms + exploring
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Climb Mt Killiecrankie
We transfer from our base camp to climb Mount Killiecrankie (310 metres) where we are treated to panoramic vistas of Bass Strait and the surrounding mountains and ranges. A beautiful fresh lunch on the beach followed by an afternoon with time to relax at camp, discover some local water birds, have a swim, read a book or have a nap in our peaceful surroundings.
8kms + exploring
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Historic Wybalenna, beach walk to Castle Rock
This morning we explore the fascinating Furneaux Museum before transferring a short distance to the historic site of Wybalenna. Enjoying a walk around this very important First Nations Palawa site, affords us the opportunity to learn more about the complex history of Flinders Island. There is a chance for a swim in one of the many secret sandy coves, while your guides prepare another hearty lunch for you. In the afternoon we enjoy a beach walk to one of the islands icons – Castle Rock, before transferring back to our beach camp.
10kms
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Climb Mt Strzelecki
Climbing Flinders Island’s highest peak, Mount Strzelecki (756 metres) is a wonderful challenge and rewards us with unsurpassed views of the entire Furneaux Island group, and even the distant peaks of mainland Tasmania. It’s a full day to summit this giant granite outcrop treating us to sweeping panoramic views of the island; a magnificent reward for a challenging trek. After a full day of adventure we head back to our base camp and another delicious fresh island dinner.
6kms
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Pillangers Peak Lillies Beach Walk
We will complete a stunning coastal walk to Sawyers Bay, taking in the full vista back to Strzelecki National Park, before flying from Flinders Island back to Launceston in the late afternoon. Alternatively and conditions pending, we have the option to summit the precipitous Pillingers
Peak (known to locals as the Eiger) and are rewarded with incredible 360 degree vistas of the island.
10kms
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Our 6 day Flinders Island adventure is a demanding walk. There are many off track sections with no marked trails, we advise you to do as much training as you can before your tour with us. The more you train for the walk the easier you will handle the terrain and the more you will enjoy this wonderful part of the world. It’s also important to come along with an open mind, ready for an awesome experience whatever the weather, whoever the group. Alcohol can be purchased on the island. It is very important that you bring the right gear for the conditions. The Tasmanian weather can be unpredictable, storms and very strong winds can arise very quickly and heavy rain can fall at any time of the year. Quality rain jackets and over pants are available for hire. If you are at all concerned about your ability to do this walk, please feel free to call one of us here at Trek Tasmania for more advice.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control.
As the flight to Flinders Island is in a small plane there is a strict baggage allowance – allowance is 15kg checked baggage, 6kg maximum hand luggage (this will be weighed and checked). There is no option to take excess luggage.
MODERATE TREK – MODERATE GRADING
Experience is not necessary at this level and anyone who is in good health and fit enough to enjoy an extended weekend beach walk and some moderate inclines and declines – will be able to handle this trek. You can expect to spend 4-8 hours trekking each day on marked but uneven trails.
Mostly but not limited to Australian Walking Track Grade 2 – No bushwalking experience required. The track is hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps.
Some Australian Walking Track Grade 3 – Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections a rough surface and many steps. Walks up to 20km.
FITNESS AND PREPARATION
We ask that you have a reasonable level of fitness; if you are comfortable tackling half-day walks over some uneven terrain or perhaps take a swim/cycle/do a yoga class a couple of times a week – you should find this trek well within your means.
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