Trek the famous South Coast Track with a guided group in Tasmania
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 kilometres 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.
Highlights of the South Coast Track Trek
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South Coast Track Trek Itinerary
Day 1 Hobart to Melaleuca andWalk to Cox’s Bight (Point Eric)
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
Day 2 Cox’s Bight (Point Eric) to Louisa River
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
Day 3 Louisa River to Little Deadman’s Beach via the Ironbounds
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
Day 4 Rest Day at Little Deadman’s Bay
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
Day 5 Little Deadman’s Bay to Osmiridium Beach
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
Day 6 Osmiridium Beach to Granite Beach
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
Day 7 Granite Beach to South Cape Rivulet
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
Day 8 South Cape Rivulet to Cockle Creek and Transfer to Hobart
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
South Coast Track Trek Price and Dates
This tour is usually run as a small group tour where you would be joining other trekkers on fixed departures, however, private departures are available on request.
Accommodation on South Coast Track Trek
You’ll be provided with strong, 2-person, bush walking tents (twin share), which provide each occupant with a personal access door and vestibule for individual use. These tents weigh between 2.0 and 2.5 kg and this weight is shared equally by each occupant. Tent and inflatable sleeping mat are included in the tour package, however, you need to have your own sleeping bag (can be rented).
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
If you book as a single traveller you will receive a free upgrade to your own private tent (if available).
Hotels on Standard Tour
Camping along the South Coast Track
You can expect a high-quality Wilderness Equipment 3‑4 season tent which have been trialed and tested to withstand all weather conditions that may be encountered.
What’s Included in the Sout Coast Track Trek?
Meals
7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners, snacks and hot drinks during the trek are included.
Accommodations
Camping accommodations for 7 nights are included. Sleeping bag is not included, but can be rented for an extra charge.
Transportation during the Tour
Return transport to Hobart by private minibus is included.
Also 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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