10 Day Tasmania Western Wilds Road Trip
10
Days
Tasmania // lutruwita
WITH
Luke Tscharke
Tasmania // lutruwita
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tasmania's wild and captivating west coast with an exclusive road trip designed by Luke Tscharke, an award-winning landscape photographer and proud Tasmanian. This 10-day self-drive package offers an exceptional opportunity to explore some of the most stunning and remote locations that Tasmania has to offer.
Begin your adventure with a comfortable SUV hire and indulge in luxurious wilderness retreats including the breathtaking Pumphouse Point and Corinna Wilderness Experience, each with its own unique charm and breathtaking surroundings. Experience the best of the west with Luke's expert knowledge, including the iconic Pieman River Cruise, where you will encounter windswept coasts and wild rivers, and the West Coast Wilderness Railway, where you'll journey through glacial valleys and temperate rainforests.
Don't miss the chance to capture the perfect shot with an exclusive travel guide filled with photography tips, hikes, and essential pit stops handpicked by Luke himself. Plus, take home a stunning Tasmania print by Luke Tscharke, a beautiful reminder of your unforgettable journey through Tasmania's wild and captivating west coast.
Stunning Scenery: Tasmania is a place of exceptional natural beauty and is renowned for its rugged landscapes, pristine beaches, and diverse flora and fauna. Photographer Luke Tscharke has an eye for capturing the essence of these landscapes and his road trip itinerary is designed to take you to some of the most beautiful locations in Tasmania.
Unique Access to Hidden Gems: As a local Tasmanian, Luke Tscharke has an intimate knowledge of the island and knows where to find the hidden gems that are often overlooked by others. His road trip itinerary includes stops at lesser-known locations that offer unique and stunning photographic opportunities, giving you a chance to see Tasmania from a different perspective and capture some truly unique and memorable photos.
Personalised Experience: Luke Tscharke's road trip itinerary is designed to be flexible, allowing you to tailor the trip to your interests and preferences. You'll be able to explore Tasmania at your own pace, with the guidance of an experienced photographer who knows the best locations and times to take photos. This personalised experience means that you'll get the most out of your road trip and come away with some amazing memories and stunning photos.
Welcome to Tasmania! Pick up your X-TRAIL from Hobart Airport and take the spectacularly scenic Gordon River Road to Strathgordon. Tonight you will stay at Pedder Wilderness Lodge, situated on Lake Pedder, where you can gaze into the vastness of the Tasmanian World Heritage Wilderness Area from the comfort of your room.
Drive up to Lake St Clair, where the atmosphere is moody and ethereal. Carved out by glaciers over millions of years, Lake St Clair is Australia's deepest freshwater lake. You will stay at Pumphouse Point for 2 nights, a unique adults-only retreat poised mysteriously on the glacial lake and surrounded by century-old myrtle forests. This will be one of the highlights of your trip.
The Aboriginal name for Lake St Clair is leeawuleena, meaning ‘sleeping water’. After your first night here, you can probably appreciate the origins of this name. The area around Lake St Clair offers a range of walks, from easy 45 minutes strolls to longer bushwalks, as well as beautiful forests to explore.
Drive to Strahan, a harbour-side village with a dark and fascinating convict past. Nestled on the shores of Macquarie Harbour, Strahan is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Franklin–Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. You will stay in a charming Waterfront Cottage at Strahan Village for 2 nights. From your cottage, it’s just a short walk to one of Strahan’s historic pubs, filled with character and stories.
Step back in history and take a breathtaking train journey deep into the heritage of the Tasmanian wilderness this morning with West Coast Wilderness Railway. Witness the impressive engineering achievement of this railway as you cross historic bridges and see the remains of the 244-metre trestle bridge at Quarter Mile. You’ll visit some of the stations along the line, and have the chance to walk in the rainforest.
Get up early and drive to Corinna for your iconic Pieman River Cruise. Feed your soul and nourish your senses at Corinna Wilderness Experience, a remote settlement on the banks of a primitive river – an unforgettable experience that unlocks the secrets of the Tarkine rainforest and the wild west coast. Stay here for 1 night in a Queen Eco Retreat with a balcony overlooking the Tarkine rainforest.
Drive to Cradle Mountain Hotel, a stunning wilderness hotel in the alpine forests of Tasmania's central highlands where you will stay for 2 nights. Explore the trails of Cradle Mountain, get active in the clean mountain air and meet the friendly, furry locals, including echidnas, wombats and wallabies. Lake St Clair National Park and the iconic Boat House at Dove Lake are all just a stone’s throw from the hotel.
Iconic Cradle Mountain is a place of exceptional natural beauty and synonymous with all things pristine. Wildlife is in abundance in this spectacular national park, with the opportunity to encounter Tasmanian devils, quolls, platypus, echidna, wombats and the inquisitive black currawong. Home to a world-class system of walking tracks to explore, from very short easy strolls to the legendary Overland Track, we highly recommend the Dove Lake Circuit today.
Your final destination on this road trip is Launceston, a relaxed and heritage rich city famed for the Cataract Gorge. Sleep in one of Launceston’s landmarks, an 1830s flour mill with architecturally designed rooms and waterfront views. Stillwater Seven is only a short walk to the Cataract Gorge and the city centre.
It is time to head back to the airport and drop off your rental car. If you can’t get enough of Tasmania’s west coast, we can always extend your stay!
“Tasmania is a splendid place. The climate is mild and equable, the scenery spectacular, the beer cold and the food fine. It has pearl beaches, azure bays, ancient rainforests, lonely capes, baked earth, lavender fields, soaring peaks, lush vineyards, sparkling highland lakes - and that's just the start..”
"The trip with Airguides was magic. Paul was our kind and patient guide, Mark Fitz was our talented and positive photographer/storyteller. It was a perfect mix of activity and relaxation and I’m already planning my next Airguides trip."
"I recently visited Lady Musgrave Island with Airguides. They have a unique and meaningful approach to travel and travelling with and learning from a world-class photographer, who was on the trip, was incredible."
"I cannot say enough amazing things about Airguides and the amazing honeymoon they planned for us. We began our trip planning by being overwhelmed with travel blogs, not knowing what was actually the best plan for us."
“Just had an amazing trip to Heron Island organised by the Airguides team. Perfect balance of activity and relaxation, they made it so easy. Can't wait until I can do another trip!“
“ We recently organised our trip to Heron Island with Bibi and Paul as a last minute getaway. Seamlessly dealt with and an added bonus of having a world-class photographer/ free-diver as our story teller. The trip has only whet our appetite for more positive and relaxing experiences with the Airguides team- Awesome “
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tasmania's wild and captivating west coast with an exclusive road trip designed by Luke Tscharke, an award-winning landscape photographer and proud Tasmanian. This 10-day self-drive package offers an exceptional opportunity to explore some of the most stunning and remote locations that Tasmania has to offer.
Begin your adventure with a comfortable SUV hire and indulge in luxurious wilderness retreats including the breathtaking Pumphouse Point and Corinna Wilderness Experience, each with its own unique charm and breathtaking surroundings. Experience the best of the west with Luke's expert knowledge, including the iconic Pieman River Cruise, where you will encounter windswept coasts and wild rivers, and the West Coast Wilderness Railway, where you'll journey through glacial valleys and temperate rainforests.
Don't miss the chance to capture the perfect shot with an exclusive travel guide filled with photography tips, hikes, and essential pit stops handpicked by Luke himself. Plus, take home a stunning Tasmania print by Luke Tscharke, a beautiful reminder of your unforgettable journey through Tasmania's wild and captivating west coast.
Welcome to Tasmania! Pick up your X-TRAIL from Hobart Airport and take the spectacularly scenic Gordon River Road to Strathgordon. Tonight you will stay at Pedder Wilderness Lodge, situated on Lake Pedder, where you can gaze into the vastness of the Tasmanian World Heritage Wilderness Area from the comfort of your room.
Drive up to Lake St Clair, where the atmosphere is moody and ethereal. Carved out by glaciers over millions of years, Lake St Clair is Australia's deepest freshwater lake. You will stay at Pumphouse Point for 2 nights, a unique adults-only retreat poised mysteriously on the glacial lake and surrounded by century-old myrtle forests. This will be one of the highlights of your trip.
The Aboriginal name for Lake St Clair is leeawuleena, meaning ‘sleeping water’. After your first night here, you can probably appreciate the origins of this name. The area around Lake St Clair offers a range of walks, from easy 45 minutes strolls to longer bushwalks, as well as beautiful forests to explore.
Drive to Strahan, a harbour-side village with a dark and fascinating convict past. Nestled on the shores of Macquarie Harbour, Strahan is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Franklin–Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. You will stay in a charming Waterfront Cottage at Strahan Village for 2 nights. From your cottage, it’s just a short walk to one of Strahan’s historic pubs, filled with character and stories.
Step back in history and take a breathtaking train journey deep into the heritage of the Tasmanian wilderness this morning with West Coast Wilderness Railway. Witness the impressive engineering achievement of this railway as you cross historic bridges and see the remains of the 244-metre trestle bridge at Quarter Mile. You’ll visit some of the stations along the line, and have the chance to walk in the rainforest.
Get up early and drive to Corinna for your iconic Pieman River Cruise. Feed your soul and nourish your senses at Corinna Wilderness Experience, a remote settlement on the banks of a primitive river – an unforgettable experience that unlocks the secrets of the Tarkine rainforest and the wild west coast. Stay here for 1 night in a Queen Eco Retreat with a balcony overlooking the Tarkine rainforest.
Get up early and drive to Corinna for your iconic Pieman River Cruise. Feed your soul and nourish your senses at Corinna Wilderness Experience, a remote settlement on the banks of a primitive river – an unforgettable experience that unlocks the secrets of the Tarkine rainforest and the wild west coast. Stay here for 1 night in a Queen Eco Retreat with a balcony overlooking the Tarkine rainforest.
Drive to Cradle Mountain Hotel, a stunning wilderness hotel in the alpine forests of Tasmania's central highlands where you will stay for 2 nights. Explore the trails of Cradle Mountain, get active in the clean mountain air and meet the friendly, furry locals, including echidnas, wombats and wallabies. Lake St Clair National Park and the iconic Boat House at Dove Lake are all just a stone’s throw from the hotel.
Iconic Cradle Mountain is a place of exceptional natural beauty and synonymous with all things pristine. Wildlife is in abundance in this spectacular national park, with the opportunity to encounter Tasmanian devils, quolls, platypus, echidna, wombats and the inquisitive black currawong. Home to a world-class system of walking tracks to explore, from very short easy strolls to the legendary Overland Track, we highly recommend the Dove Lake Circuit today.
Your final destination on this road trip is Launceston, a relaxed and heritage rich city famed for the Cataract Gorge. Sleep in one of Launceston’s landmarks, an 1830s flour mill with architecturally designed rooms and waterfront views. Stillwater Seven is only a short walk to the Cataract Gorge and the city centre.
It is time to head back to the airport and drop off your rental car. If you can’t get enough of Tasmania’s west coast, we can always extend your stay!
We cater to diverse travel preferences! Whether you're a family, a couple, or a solo traveler, we offer a variety of trips to suit your needs. While we strive to create inclusive experiences that are enjoyable for most, some trips may require more physical activity than others. Contact us to receive personalised assistance in finding your dream adventure.
Most of our self-guided trips are designed with families in mind and can be personalised to suit children of all ages.
Once we receive your inquiry, we'll send you a personalised itinerary and quote. When you're happy with the trip plan, a deposit is required to confirm your booking. Full payment must be received no later than 60 days before your arrival at the destination.
Absolutely! Our aim is to assist you in crafting your own unique adventure, and that includes making time for independent exploration. While we're happy to provide recommendations and guidance, we also understand that some of the most memorable moments during a trip come from unplanned and spontaneous experiences.
For assistance in booking your flights or the best routes to take, please get in touch and we're more than happy to assist!
We'd love to chat with you about this trip and answer any questions you have! Just give our friendly team a call at (+61) 0402 552 918. When you call, you'll talk to a real person from Airguides who will be happy to help you. We're all about personal service, so we'll be with you every step of the way, from planning your trip to getting you home safe and sound!
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