GUIDED DAY WALKS
Mt Wedge
Track Grade
T3 – Marked but often-indistinct tracks, in very remote and wild areas.
Location
Southwest National Park, Tasmania
Track Length & Type
7.2km
Out and back.
Price
From $249 per person, minimum of 4
A striking mountain deep in Tasmania’s Southwest, with magnificent views of Lake Pedder, Lake Gordon, and the surrounding Southwest wilderness.
Mt Wedge (1147m), just over two hours from Hobart, is reached after traveling first through the scenic Derwent Valley and then the bleak and forbidding southwest landscape beyond the timber and mountain biking community of Maydena.
We reach the peak after ascending through a magnificent, pristine rainforest and then a sub-alpine belt of pandanis, scoparia, and heaths, before reaching the dolerite-boulder-strewn gully which provides final access to the small summit plateau. The views from the top are sensational – the whole panorama of the southwest is before you, from the lakes below to Frenchmans Cap, the “ice-chewed” Arthur Range and Mt Anne, and even glimpses of the Southern Ocean beyond.
On the return trip, if there is time, we will make a brief side-trip to the “Creepy Crawly” nature walk on Scotts Peak road for another unique southwest experience before our return to Hobart.
How to Book
Complete and submit the booking form via the link above with your intended walk location and dates. We will get in touch with you within 48 hours to confirm your walk and provide an invoice for payment. Please note all Guided Day Walks operate on a minimum fare, equivalent to 4 people.
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Our tour grading is based on Tasmania’s track classification system:
T1 – Easy to Moderate
Well defined and wide tracks on easy to moderate terrain, in slightly modified natural environments. You will require a modest level of fitness. Recommended for beginners.
T2 – Moderate
Narrower but distinct tracks which can be muddy in some places, in pristine natural environments. Facilities are minimal and you will encounter few other walkers. These moderate tours require reasonable level of fitness.
T3 – Challenging
You will experience marked but often-indistinct tracks, in very remote and wild areas. These challenging walks need a high level of fitness and some hiking experience.
T4 – Difficult
Tracks are often faint or unmarked in remote and craggy natural areas not included in our schedule, however we will guide selected parties on these tours on request.
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Arrival & Departure Locations & Times
Guided Day Walks leave from your nominated pick-up address in Hobart CBD.
Departure times are strictly between 7:30 - 8:00am.
Prices, Deposits & Surcharges
Prices are as advertised. A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking. Full fare must be paid at least seven days in advance of the scheduled pickup date.
With ever-increasing fuel and staffing prices, regrettably, our fares are subject to change without notice, so please check with us for the current fare before making your travel arrangements.
Solo Travellers & Groups up to 3 People
All Guided Day Walks operate with a minimum requirement of 4 fares. For solo travellers and groups up to 3 people, please note this minimum charge will apply to your booking.
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Please refer to our cancellation policy here.