Heartlands Odyssey Comfort Tour 4 Days

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4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Raw and rugged alpine wilderness meets comfort and luxury at Thousand Lakes Lodge in the Central Plateau region of Tasmania's UNESCO World Heritage Area.

Discover the Central Plateau's bountiful lakes, rivers, and tarns, filled with an abundance of native wildlife. A guided experience awaits you, with E-bike adventures, nature walks, wildlife spotting and stargazing, completed with gourmet meals crafted from local Tasmanian produce and wines.

Located in Tasmania’s alpine central highlands World Heritage Area, Thousand Lakes Lodge is a place like no other - a wilderness accommodation unlike anything else in Australia. Formerly used as an Antarctic Training Base, explore the surrounding raw and rugged landscape of the highland’s Central Plateau, knowing you can retreat to the luxurious comfort of the scenic lodge (the highest lodge in Tasmania).

What's Included

Private transportation
Pickup and Drop off in Hobart Central Business District
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Expert Guide

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please check your tour confirmation from Under Down Under for pickup time and location. Airport drop off available for flights departing 3pm or later.

OR
Meeting point
Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Into the Heartlands

    3 stops
  • 1

    To begin exploring the Heartlands we will travel north via historic Bothwell to Waddamana, Tasmania’s first hydro-electric power station. Enjoy a picnic lunch en-route through the high country to Miena, then Lake Augusta.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Take in Australia's second largest freshwater lake as we make our way around the Great Lake. The Great Lake sits one kilometre above sea level and supplies hydroelectricity as well as a bounty of fresh fish for keen anglers.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Arriving at Thousand Lakes Lodge early afternoon, settle in and take a gentle alpine walk before a delicious dinner in the cosy dining room. This evening, unwind in the lounge and savour the peace and solitude of Tasmania’s Central Plateau Highlands.

    12 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Alpine Wilderness Exploration

    1 stop
  • 4

    Today, explore the Central Plateau Conservation Area, a wild landscape of sub-alpine moorlands, glacial tarns, and windswept ridges. Choose from guided or self-guided walks to places like Allisons Hut, Lake Ada, or Ibbott’s Hut. Learn about the region’s glacial history and spot native wildlife such as wombats, quolls, wallabies, and Tasmanian devils, along with abundant birdlife. After a day of discovery, enjoy a hearty lodge meal and stargaze under Tasmania’s Dark Sky Reserve—perhaps even glimpsing the Southern Lights.

    1 day • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Wild Landscapes and Wildlife Watching

    1 stop
  • 5

    Today we’ll explore more of this rugged alpine landscape. Walk to a remote hut, follow glacier-carved lakeshores, or simply soak in the stillness. With shifting light and weather, it’s perfect for photography and quiet reflection. Wildlife sightings are possible, especially in the calm of morning or evening. The lodge offers a cosy retreat with warm lounges, local wines, and hearty meals. After dinner, step outside to savour the pristine night sky and peaceful solitude.

    1 day • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Farewell to the Plateau

    1 stop
  • 6

    On your final morning, consider taking an early stroll to search for a platypus before breakfast. After checking out, we make our way back towards Hobart, stopping at The Steppes—a heritage site that reflects the region’s high-country sheep grazing past and features a sculpture trail and interpretive displays. As we descend from the plateau, the expansive alpine landscape gives way to fertile lowlands. We arrive back in Hobart by approximately 1:00pm, with drop-off available at city hotels or direct transfer to the airport if needed.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Under Down Under Tours

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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