On Foot – Hikers & Walkers

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On Foot – Hikers & Walkers

Suggested duration

12 nights, plus a night or two at your arrival or departure destination if desired.

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Put your best foot forward and explore some of Australia’s magnificent landscapes on a walking holiday. With the support of a knowledgeable and passionate team of hosts and guides, discover unforgettable coastlines, fertile mountains and vibrant food and wine producing regions. Retreat at the end of each day to a Luxury Lodge to relax and revel in a very personal connection to the land and the culture of the region.

From perth airport, 3hr drive to cape lodge, or arrange to arrive via 1hr scenic flight.

1 Cape Lodge Margaret River, Western Australia (3 NIGHTS)

Cape Lodge is a private estate and boutique hotel that sits within 40 acres on its own vineyard in the heart of the Margaret River wine region. It provides walkers with well-deserved comfort to return to after hiking each day along Western Australia’s premier coastal long distance hike, the Cape to Cape Track.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – Cape to Cape Track, located on a limestone ridge, perched on a basement of ancient and resistant granite rocks, stretches 135km north-south track between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin.
  • Gentler Walk – wander through Western Australia’s iconic wildflowers and coastal heath, along elevated limestone ridges, across deserted beaches and rocky coves and under the karri sentinels of the hardwood forests. A qualified guide will share a wealth of knowledge about the local area and the track’s geology, ecology, biodiversity, culture and history.
  • Highlight Trail – meander through the 40 acres of manicured parkland and lakes to arrive at the Cape Lodge vineyard producing fine Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz exclusively for guests of the hotel.

1 Cape Lodge Margaret River, Western Australia (3 NIGHTS)

Cape Lodge is a private estate and boutique hotel that sits within 40 acres on its own vineyard in the heart of the Margaret River wine region. It provides walkers with well-deserved comfort to return to after hiking each day along Western Australia’s premier coastal long distance hike, the Cape to Cape Track.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – Cape to Cape Track, located on a limestone ridge, perched on a basement of ancient and resistant granite rocks, stretches 135km north-south track between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin.
  • Gentler Walk – wander through Western Australia’s iconic wildflowers and coastal heath, along elevated limestone ridges, across deserted beaches and rocky coves and under the karri sentinels of the hardwood forests. A qualified guide will share a wealth of knowledge about the local area and the track’s geology, ecology, biodiversity, culture and history.
  • Highlight Trail – meander through the 40 acres of manicured parkland and lakes to arrive at the Cape Lodge vineyard producing fine Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz exclusively for guests of the hotel.

3hr drive to perth airport, 4hr flight to sydney airport, overnight in sydney. next day, 2hr flight to lord howe island
airport, 5min hosted drive to capella lodge.

2 Capella Lodge Lord Howe Island, New South Wales (3 NIGHTS)

Overlooking Lord Howe’s volcanic twin peaks, Capella Lodge is ideally located for guests to step-out and explore the island’s mountains. Back at the lodge, dine in the restaurant with knock-out views and superb seasonal cuisine, relax in the hot tub or visit the petite Capella Spa.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – trekking up Mt Gower (875m), a gruelling but rewarding 8hr guided hike described as one of the best one-day hikes in the world.
  • Gentler Walk – dip your toes in the clear, warm waters and look for shells and sea treasures on the island’s pristine coves and nearby white-sand beaches.
  • Highlight Trail – discover rainforest walking tracks brimming with ancient plants and explore remote rocky coves that are alive with magnificent birdlife.

2 Capella Lodge Lord Howe Island, New South Wales (3 NIGHTS)

Overlooking Lord Howe’s volcanic twin peaks, Capella Lodge is ideally located for guests to step-out and explore the island’s mountains. Back at the lodge, dine in the restaurant with knock-out views and superb seasonal cuisine, relax in the hot tub or visit the petite Capella Spa.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – trekking up Mt Gower (875m), a gruelling but rewarding 8hr guided hike described as one of the best one-day hikes in the world.
  • Gentler Walk – dip your toes in the clear, warm waters and look for shells and sea treasures on the island’s pristine coves and nearby white-sand beaches.
  • Highlight Trail – discover rainforest walking tracks brimming with ancient plants and explore remote rocky coves that are alive with magnificent birdlife.

5min hosted transfer to lord howe island airport, 2hr flight to sydney airport, connect to 2hr flight to hobart airport,
overnight in hobart. next day, 2.5hr drive to saffire freycinet or arrange to arrive via scenic flight.

3 Saffire Freycinet Freycinet, Tasmania (3 NIGHTS)

Discreetly positioned overlooking the Hazards Mountains and the pristine waters of Great Oyster Bay, Saffire Freycinet blends mankind and nature with breathtaking beauty. Saffire is a walker’s dream place to stay – a pristine coastal sanctuary, a place of pure air, light and water.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – Hazards Beach Circuit includes Wineglass Bay Lookout and continues on the saddle between Mt Amos and Mt Mayson, down to Wineglass Bay itself, then through the isthmus, along part of Hazards Beach and lastly follows the coast overlooking Great Oyster Bay. Approximately a 4 to 5hr hike (pack swimming gear for a refreshing dip).
  • Gentler Walk – from the lodge, take an easy walk to Cape Tourville lighthouse, with stunning views of the Tasman Sea and glimpses of Wineglass Bay.
  • Highlight Trail – the Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk covers one of Tasmania’s most celebrated and photographed locations and looks out over one of the world’s most recognised but beautifully isolated beaches.

3 Saffire Freycinet Freycinet, Tasmania (3 NIGHTS)

Discreetly positioned overlooking the Hazards Mountains and the pristine waters of Great Oyster Bay, Saffire Freycinet blends mankind and nature with breathtaking beauty. Saffire is a walker’s dream place to stay – a pristine coastal sanctuary, a place of pure air, light and water.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – Hazards Beach Circuit includes Wineglass Bay Lookout and continues on the saddle between Mt Amos and Mt Mayson, down to Wineglass Bay itself, then through the isthmus, along part of Hazards Beach and lastly follows the coast overlooking Great Oyster Bay. Approximately a 4 to 5hr hike (pack swimming gear for a refreshing dip).
  • Gentler Walk – from the lodge, take an easy walk to Cape Tourville lighthouse, with stunning views of the Tasman Sea and glimpses of Wineglass Bay.
  • Highlight Trail – the Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk covers one of Tasmania’s most celebrated and photographed locations and looks out over one of the world’s most recognised but beautifully isolated beaches.

2.5hr drive to hobart airport, 2.5hr flight to brisbane airport, 2hr drive to spicers peak lodge or arrange to arrive via
scenic flight.

4 Spicers Peak Lodge Scenic Rim, South East Queensland (3 NIGHTS)

Located on 8,000 acres at the peak of the ridge, with breathtaking views of the World Heritage listed Main Range National Park and Scenic Rim, Spicers Peak Lodge is Queensland’s highest mountain lodge retreat and is surrounded by memorable walking tracks.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – Mount Cordeaux (1135m) Track (6.8km/2.5hr), located within the Main Range National Park and encompassing Cunningham’s Gap this rainforest circuit zigzags under exposed upper slopes and ends at a magnificent lookout.
  • Gentler Walk – join a knowledgeable guide for an easy 60 minute nature walk into the rainforest and learn about local fauna and flora.
  • Highlight Trail – the Bush Tucker Walk navigates you through the wilderness while learning about edible plants in the region.

4 Spicers Peak Lodge Scenic Rim, South East Queensland (3 NIGHTS)

Located on 8,000 acres at the peak of the ridge, with breathtaking views of the World Heritage listed Main Range National Park and Scenic Rim, Spicers Peak Lodge is Queensland’s highest mountain lodge retreat and is surrounded by memorable walking tracks.

A selection of must do walks

  • Signature Landmark Hike – Mount Cordeaux (1135m) Track (6.8km/2.5hr), located within the Main Range National Park and encompassing Cunningham’s Gap this rainforest circuit zigzags under exposed upper slopes and ends at a magnificent lookout.
  • Gentler Walk – join a knowledgeable guide for an easy 60 minute nature walk into the rainforest and learn about local fauna and flora.
  • Highlight Trail – the Bush Tucker Walk navigates you through the wilderness while learning about edible plants in the region.

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