Departs: 22 October 2010

Prom to Croajingolong

Point Hicks Lighthouse Point Hicks Lighthouse

Wilsons Promontory National Park is a peninsula of sculptured granite boulders, tall forests, coastal heath land, fern grottoes and pristine beaches. Walks to the most southerly points on mainland Australia contrast with time in World Heritage listed Croajingalong National Park.

 

Three nights at Tidal River gives you a choice of warm-up walks before a challenging circuit hike. Your destination is the remotely situated Wilsons Prom light station, in the southern section of the park overlooking islands in Bass Strait. The completely restored light keeper’s house is home for two nights. Inside you can relax in cosy comfort and later venture down to the Southern Ocean’s edge to watch the mesmerising display of the short-tailed shearwaters returning from their epic migratory flight. You won’t want to leave this “world away from the everyday”.

 

Croajingalong National Park is a stunning region of wilderness coast, rainforest, dune fields and coastal heath land. Wildlife includes 300 bird species, seals, whales and dolphins off the coast. The tour finale is two nights at Point Hicks, the tallest lighthouse on Australia’s mainland. Stay in cottages built in 1890 from timber salvaged from shipwrecks and enjoy pristine beaches, coastal and dune walks.

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  • Quote: "We felt privileged to have access to such tranquil yet spectacular scenery and to be led, fed and instructed by such great guides.”
  • Quote_Source: John & Sybil Ottaway
  • Highlights:
    • Outstanding walking along the rugged & remote Victorian coastline
    • Spring wildflowers in profusion & abundant bird life
    • Unique accommodation in two light station complexes – guided tours of the beautifully constructed lighthouses
    • Walk with minimum gear and enjoy good food in remote locations

  • Dates: 22 – 31 Oct 2010 (9 nights)
  • Price:

    Twin share / person (ex Melbourne)

    Early Bird:  A$3,900 *until 12/03/10 (early bookings required due to accomm restrictions)

    Regular:  A$4,200



  • Accommodation:

    Cabin & light station cottages (share facilities), some motels with private facilities


  • Rating: Moderate to Challenging
  • Rating_Notes: 7–22km per walking day with some shorter & longer options

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