Compare Australia: Cradle Mountain Huts Great Walk by Walking Connection
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| Duration | 4 days |
| Price From | $ 2,300 |
| Price Per Day | $ 575 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
| Description |
Discover one of Australia’s most spectacular World Heritage Areas while trekking the world famous Overland Track in the peaceful and exquisite terrain of Cradle Mountain and Lake St. Clair National Park, Tasmania. |
Day 1: Waldheim to Barn Bluff Hut
Walk through ancient rainforest, enjoy spectacular views of Cradle Mountain, walk along the edge of a spectacular glacial cirque, and drop into Waterfall Valley before arriving at Barn Bluff.
Day 2: Barn Bluff To Pine Forest Moor Hut
Travel across plains where glaciers once sat. Walk over plains of button grass, by the peaks of Cradle Mountain and Barn Bluff.
Day 3: Pine Forest Moor Hut to Pelion Plains Hut
A mix of long, slow descents and ascents, from the base of Mt Pelion West down to the Forth River and Lemonthyme Valley, to the beautiful Pelion Plains.
Day 4: Pelion Hut to Kia Ora Hut
Climb to Pelion Gap; a few hours of gentle downhill from the gap to the hut, with the option of various side trips for a more challenging day of walking.
(This is the final day of the four day itinerary – Walk from Pelion Hut to Arm River Valley.
Final day of Four-Day itinerary: head east across Pelion Plains, following the southern shore of Lake Ayr. Take in stunning views of Mount Pillinger and the peaks along the Overland Track.
