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Hike Options 1 Wilsons Prom Ultimate Hike/Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days Graded moderate: A reasonable level of fitness is required. Distance: 41km 2 day hike with 6-8 hours hiking per day Carry: Light pack approximately 8kg. A spectacular day cruise, 2 day hike carrying light packs through towering eucalypts, temperate rainforests and
stunning beaches, camping in style with gear stored at overnight destination and a superb luxury stop over at the
legendary prom lighthouse. Night 1: Overnight accommodation at 8 Acres Guesthouse Day 2: We head to Port Welshpool after breakfast and board Bay Connections Wildlife Coast Cruises for a day of cruising the Proms' spectacular coastline and outer islands, seeing the Prom as Matthew Flinders and George Bass did when discovering the area in 1798. Lunch is at a secluded and stunning cove. We visit Kanowa Island Seal Colony, Skull Rock, cruise past the lighthouse and disembark at the magnificent Refuge Cove where we camp overnight in style. Our sheltered camp site is a 30 second stroll from the emerald green waters and golden sand of Refuge Cove. We dine beneath the stars and fall to sleep on a comfortable mattress listening to the sounds of the sea. Day 3/Night 3: Hike 18km 6 hours. A magnificent and truly rewarding day of hiking through shaded gullies of tree ferns, eucalypts and amazing granite boulders, coastal tracks with outstanding panoramic views and white sand beaches with sapphire blue seas. We break for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea arriving at the legendary Prom lighthouse. This touch of luxury surrounded by complete wilderness is worth the walk. The original cottages have been beautifully restored providing remote comfort of beds, hot showers and arm chairs to take advantage of the views over the Bass strait and the Proms mountain ranges whilst enjoying a pre dinner cheese platter. Day 4/Night 4: Hike 22.5km 7 hours. Hike to Tidal River via Oberon Bay. This inland track undulates through eucalypts, ferns, and stunning Austral Grass Tree (Kangroo tail plants) then follows a sandy tea tree lined path to Oberon Bay. The final section of the journey provides more stunning coastal tracks, beautiful beaches, sublime views, amazing granite boulders and a gentle beach finale to Tidal River. We return to 8 Acres guesthouse for a rejuvenating 1 hour massage, spa and privately cooked meal reflecting on a fabulous adventure.
Day 5: Depart after breakfast.
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Hike Option 2 Wilsons Prom Ultimate Escape 4 nights/5 days Package includes: Accommodation; 2 nights guesthouse, 3 nights camping and 1 night lighthouse, all meals, transport, equipment, 3 days hiking, guides, 1hr massage and fully therapeutic spa. Graded moderate: A reasonable level of fitness is required. Distance: 57km. 3 day hike with 6-8 hours hiking per day Carry: Light pack approx 8kg. Day 1/Night 1: Pick up or self drive from Melbourne CBD then drive to 8 Acres Guesthouse for trip preparation, dinner and stay overnight. Day 2/Night 2: Hike16.6km 5hrs Drive to the Prom (approximately 1 hour scenic trip) and begin hike. We hike from Mt Oberon to Refuge Cove via Sealers Cove. A beautiful combination of eucalypts, ferns and beech trees, the famous boardwalk through lush rainforest leading to Sealers Cove and granite boulders that spill down mountains to meet sandy beaches and secluded coves are some of the highlights.
We camp overnight in style at Refuge Cove. Our sheltered camp site is a 30 second stroll from the emerald green waters and golden sand of Refuge Cove where we dine beneath the stars and fall to sleep on a comfortable mattress listening to the sounds of the sea. Day 3/Night 3: Hike 18km 6 hours. A magnificent and truly rewarding day of hiking through shaded gullies of tree ferns, eucalypts and amazing granite boulders, coastal tracks with outstanding panoramic views and white sand beaches with sapphire blue seas. We break for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea arriving at the legendary Prom lighthouse. This touch of luxury surrounded by complete wilderness is worth the walk. The original cottages have been beautifully restored providing remote comfort of beds, hot showers and arm chairs to take advantage of the views over the Bass strait and the Proms mountain ranges whilst enjoying a pre dinner cheese platter. Day 4/Night 4: Hike 22.5km 8 hours. Hike to Tidal River via Oberon Bay. This inland track undulates through eucalypts, ferns,
and stunning Austral Grass Tree (Kangroo tail plants) then follows a sandy tea tree lined
path to Oberon Bay. The final section of the journey provides more stunning coastal tracks, beautiful beaches, sublime
views, amazing granite boulders and a gentle beach finale to Tidal River. We return to 8 Acres guesthouse for a
rejuvenating 1 hour massage, spa and privately cooked meal reflecting on a fabulous adventure.
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Hike Options 3 Wilsons Prom Luxury and Wilderness A world class modern day hiking trip where sophisticated hiking with light packs and not a tent in sight sounds more like you. 4 nights 5 daysPackage includes: 2 nights guesthouse accommodation, 2 nights lighthouse accommodation, all meals, transport, equipment, 2 days hiking, 1 day short walk/explore, guides, 1hr massage and fully therapeutic spa. Distance: 45km (day 1 and 3 hike 22.5km per day. Day 2 short no pack walk) Grade: moderate/advanced. Carry: light pack (approx 7kgs). Day 1: Pick up or self drive from Melbourne CBD then drive to 8 Acres Guesthouse Retreat for privately catered dinner and trip preparation. Night 1: Overnight accommodation at 8 Acres Guesthouse.
Day 2: 22.5km hike 8 hrs. We head to the Prom after breakfast and walk to the lighthouse via stunning coastal walking tracks, beautiful beaches, eucalypt and temperate rainforests. Night 2: Overnight at the legendary Prom lighthouse. Located on the southernmost point of the Australian mainland, jutting into the Bass Strait, the spectacular 360 degree panoramas and outstanding remote accommodation are a wonderful and well earned reward. Day 3: Breakfast, an historic tour of the lighthouse then spend the day relaxing and exploring the spiritually enriching surrounds. Night 3: We spend a 2nd night in the beautifully restored lighthouse cottages enjoying more fine food supplied and prepared by your guides. Day 4: 22.5km hike 8 hrs. After breakfast we return through more coastal and temperate rainforest tracks, beautiful scenery, beaches, magnificent views and diverse landscapes to Tidal River. We drive back to 8 Acres for a fully therapeutic spa, 1 hour massage and privately catered dinner Night 4: Overnight at 8 Acres guesthouse. Day 5: Depart after breakfast.
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Hike Options 4 Wilsons Prom Day Hike Prom and Retreat Accommodation: 2 nights 3 days Package includes: 2 nights guesthouse accommodation, all meals, transport, equipment, 1 day hike, guides, 1hr massage and fully therapeutic spa. Distance: 5-20km hikes with 2-7 hours walking. Grade: Easy and moderate or moderate/advanced options available. Carry: Day pack only. Day 1: Pick up from Melbourne CBD or self drive to 8 Acres Guesthouse Retreat for privately catered dinner and trip preparation. Night 1: Overnight accommodation at 8 Acres Guesthouse. Day 2: After breakfast we head to the Prom for a day walk
including morning tea, picnic lunch and a guided native animal safari. Day 2: Depart after breakfast. |
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