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Three Capes Track

Explore the rugged beauty of the Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula

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THREE CAPES TRACK

The Three Capes Track and the Tasman Peninsula region are home to one of the most spectacular coastlines in Australia and perhaps in the world. Each of the Three Capes on the southeast coast of Tasmania has unique and beautiful towering rock features and breathtaking views, and the journey to reach them is just as spectacular.

On our 4-day Three Capes Track adventure through the beautiful Tasman National Park and the Three Capes region, you’ll experience some of the best day walking in Tasmania. On this adventure, you’ll only need to carry a daypack, making the walking experience and sightseeing much more comfortable and enjoyable. Each day will bring a new adventure as you explore the best sections of the Three Capes Track. After a day of walking, kick back and relax in your 4-star accommodation and enjoy restaurant-quality meals at Stewarts Bay Lodge in central Port Arthur. On this Three Capes Track adventure, you’ll also walk from Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay, do an award-winning wilderness cruise, and have an inclusive team dinner at the highly acclaimed 1830 restaurant, which overlooks Port Arthur’s historic site.

DIFFICULTY

Moderate

FITNESS

Medium

DURATION

4 Days Total

COST

From $2,400.00

Departure Dates

2024 DATESSPOTS LEFTBOOKINGSGTD DEPART
May 07 - May 10Half FullBook NowYes

Only a 30% deposit is required to secure your position unless the departure date is within 60 days, and then the full payment is required. If the date is not guaranteed to depart yet, please do not book flights until we have confirmed the date as guaranteed in the box.

Three Capes Track Overview and Itinerary

Journey through the rugged southeast coast of Tasmania on this fully supported and professionally guided Three Capes Track 4-day adventure. Discover the pristine and wild Tasman National Park with a new and different adventure each day.

Witness the towering cliff faces of the Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula, home to the awe-inspiring and famous Three Capes. Made up of Cape Raoul, Cape Hauy and Cape Pillar, the Three Capes are considered by many to be some of the most unique coastal landmarks in Australia – if not the world.

You will explore a large part of the Three Capes and Tasman Peninsula walking and on the last day by boat, which will provide you with a diverse perspective of this spectacular region. You’ll also walk the Tasman Coast Trail from Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay, which is the longest walk of your 4-day itinerary; this stretch is one of the most stunning over the 4 days as it passes through temperate rainforest, traverses the coastal sea cliffs, winds around secluded bays ending at Fortescue Bay.

On the final day, you’ll head to the water for a three-hour wilderness cruise of Tasman Island, Cape Pillar and the coastline up to Eaglehawk Neck with award-winning Pennicott Wilderness Journeys. Get closer to the local sea life that calls this beautiful and untouched region home. Learn about the infamous history of the Port Arthur convict settlement during a delicious team dinner at the highly acclaimed restaurant 1830, set within the gates of Port Arthur and overlooking the world-renowned historic site.

You’ll get to experience the best of what the Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula has to offer each day, and then head back to your four-star accommodation at Stewarts Bay Lodge in Port Arthur to refresh, dine on seasonal meals made from local produce, and prepare for your next day’s exploration. Stewarts Bay Lodge is nestled between the beach and the forest, where you will sleep to the sound of the calming ocean amongst the world heritage national park.

Highlights

  • 4 days of walks exploring the most iconic locations of the Three Capes Track and the Tasman Peninsula
  • Carry only a daypack for a comfortable and casual adventure experience
  • Walk to Cape Raoul, Cape Hauy and Fortescue Bay from Waterfall Bay
  • A 3-hour wilderness cruise with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys
  • Close encounters with abundant sea life around Tasman Island and Cape Pillar
  • Discover local Tasmanian flora and fauna on your daily day walks
  • 4-star accommodation at Stewarts Bay Lodge
  • A-la-carte breakfasts and dinners at the ‘On The Bay’ restaurant
  • One of the night’s dinners at renowned restaurant 1830, situated in Port Arthur’s historic site
  • Professionally catered pre-packed lunches and snacks prepared for your day on the trail
  • Enjoy the company of like-minded walkers and adventurers
  • Disconnect from daily life and take in the pristine Tasmanian scenery
  • After a day of walking, relax, unwind, or stroll along Stewarts Bay or Port Arthur.

Please note: For people suffering from seasickness, the wilderness cruise is offered as an optional extra when booking for $155.00. Depending on availability, a helicopter tour may be an alternative for the afternoon. Bookings must be made directly with Osbourne Heli Tours. If you don’t want to do the wilderness cruise or the helicopter tour, transfer back to Hobart after the trek to Cape Hauy or a tour of the Port Arthur historic settlement can be arranged. Also, this walk is not associated with the self-guided walk of The Three Capes operated by the Tasmanian Parks & Wildlife Service.

Day 1 – Meet in the foyer of the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart at 7:15 AM. Our private bus will drive the team to the Three Capes and the Tasman Peninsula. Your accommodation for the four days will be at the Stewarts Bay Lodge, situated on Stewarts Bay next to Port Arthur.

Mid-Morning Trek – Cape Hauy

Walking Time: 4-5 hours (will vary depending on team speed, breaks, etc.)

Distance: 9.4km (return)

Meals Included: morning tea & pre-packed lunch & trail snacks prepared by On the Bay. Dinner at One The Bay

Accommodation: 2 bedroom chalet Stewarts Bay Lodge – twin share

We will meet in the foyer of the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart at 7:15 AM for our transfer to the Tasman Peninsula. As a suggestion, we recommend staying there as it makes for an easy meeting place and transfer for you, but if not, we highly recommend staying in a nearby hotel.

The bus ride to Port Arthur is approximately 90 minutes. When you arrive at Stewarts Bay Lodge, it will be too early to check-in. Instead, we will store our luggage and start preparing for the first leg of the adventure – a walk to Cape Hauy. We suggest having your daypacks ready when you leave Hobart.

When you arrive at the lodge at around 9:00 AM, you’ll be provided with a packed lunch freshly prepared by the chefs at the lodge, including trail snacks. We also recommend bringing some of your favourite snacks for the day treks and a small thermos (500ml) that can hold pre-made coffee, soup or hot water to make coffee or tea whilst on the track. Finally, you’ll head off from the lodge for the Cape Hauy trek at around 10:00 AM for a 25-minute bus ride to the departure point at Fortescue Bay.

There are a few stairs to navigate on the Cape Hauy trek and a return trek back to Fortescue Bay once we reach the end of Cape Hauy. However, the route is well-groomed, and the steps are short in height, making climbing easier. When training for any multi-day adventures, steep hill work should be a regular part of your training program, not just walking on flat sections.

The first part of the walk is through the sclerophyll forests before the track starts to head down into Cape Hauy, where the forest opens up to breathtaking coastal views. Cape Hauy is home to the famous Candlestick and Totem Pole rock features, which are giant columns of dolerite rock protruding from the ocean and are popular climbing and abseiling features. At the edge of Cape Hauy, you’ll also see the Hippolyte and Cheverton rock formations, which are large formations of rock that sit severed from the mainland.

After taking in the fantastic views and unique rock features along Cape Hauy, we will return to the bus for the 25-minute ride back to our hotel to check in. We expect to have you back at your hotel to check in by about 4:00 PM or later. After settling into your room, dinner will commence at 6:30 PM, where you’ll enjoy a beautifully cooked restaurant dinner at On The Bay made from local produce. This will be an excellent opportunity to relax and kick back with your fellow trekkers over a local wine or two.

Day 2 – Trek Cape Raoul

Walking Time: 5 hours (will vary depending on team speed, breaks, etc.)

Distance: 15km (return) + side trip (Shipstern Bluff)

Meals Included: breakfast at On the Bay. Morning tea & pre-packed lunch & trail snacks prepared by On the Bay. Dinner at 1830 restaurant

Accommodation: bush set chalet Stewarts Bay Lodge – twin share

Today is a trek to Cape Raoul, offering spectacular coastal lookouts of the Tasman Peninsula. It’s a moderately easy but undulating path, but there is a hill section from the top of Cape Raoul to the plateau; apart from that, the route is very well-groomed. The return journey takes approximately five hours to complete, allowing us plenty of time to relax, enjoy lunch prepared by the restaurant, and take in the vistas of the surrounding Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula.

Heading off after breakfast at 8:30 AM, the bus ride to the start of the track is 25 minutes. However, you won’t have to go too far before being rewarded with a view of the famous and incredible dolerite cliffs. This area has recorded some of the strongest wind speeds in the world, so fasten your hats!

On the way to the tip of Cape Raoul, the sweeping views will continue to open up along the plateau, revealing the towering cliffs along the rugged coastline. You will see as far north to Cape Pillar, the easternmost cape of the Three Cape Track and south to the ever-popular holiday destination of Bruny Island. Cape Raoul is famous for its dolerite organ pipes, and you won’t be disappointed when you see them up close, towering into the sky from the ocean.

At the tip of Cape Raoul, you will take in the majestic views and enjoy lunch before we head back to the bus, where we expect to return to the lodge by 4:00 PM. Then, you will have time to rest and prepare for our special team dinner. We will have a team dinner at the highly acclaimed restaurant 1830, which overlooks the Port Arthur Historic Site. Made from fresh Tasmanian local produce, you will have the choice of main and dessert. Take it a little easy on the famous Tasmanian wine, though, because tomorrow morning will be our longest day trek from Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay.

Day 3 – Trek Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay

Walking Time: 8-9 hours (will vary depending on team speed, breaks, etc.)

Distance: 18km (one-way trek)

Meals Included: breakfast at On the Bay. Morning tea & pre-packed lunch & trail snacks prepared by On the Bay. Dinner at On the Bay

Accommodation: 2 bedroom chalet Stewarts Bay Lodge – twin share

Today is the longest trek of your 4 days Three Cape Track itinerary, and it is highly regarded as one of the most fascinating on the Tasman Peninsula with its amazing views and ever-changing rainforest scenery. At around 18km long, it will take 8-9 hours to complete. We classify this leg as moderately difficult terrain and recommend a moderate to a high fitness level to complete, but it’s well worth the effort.

Some steep sections are heading up to Tatnells Hill, but a good fitness level won’t be able to knock over. The significant advantage is that it’s a one-way trek from end to end, making the distance less noticeable. In addition, you’ll constantly be encountering different, beautiful and unique scenery along the way – making the kilometres tick over quickly.

After breakfast, we will head off a little earlier than in the past days due to the distance we need to cover. Leaving at 7:30 AM from the lodge, the bus ride is a short 25-minute journey to the starting spot at Waterfall Bay. The beauty of this trip is that you’ll have stunning views back to Pirate’s Bay and Eaglehawk Nest at the start of the day and then a taste of what’s to come tomorrow if you are doing the wilderness cruise as you skirt the coastline beautiful coastline. Depending on where we are, we will try and stop for lunch around Eaglehawk Lookout. Once we traverse the front part of the Tasman Peninsula, we will make our way towards Fortescue Bay, passing through Biviwak Bay and Canoe Bay before walking the last section to the car park along beautiful White Beach.

Arriving at Fortescue, we will take our private bus back to Stewarts Bay Lodge. This arrangement will depend on the number of guides, etc. We aim to return to the hotel between 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM to prepare for dinner.

Day 4 – Morning Wilderness Cruise (Optional) – Afternoon Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen Walk – Return to Hobart

Walking Time: 20 minutes (this is a very easy walk around Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen)

Distance: 500m

Wilderness Cruise Time: 3 hours – departs at 9:15 AM (Optional extra if prone to seasickness – refer below for other activity options)

Meals Included: breakfast at On The Bay. Lunch at Doo Lishus after the wilderness cruise will be at your own cost.

Leaving the best till last, today first up is a three-hour wilderness cruise with the award-winning Pennicott Wilderness Journeys exploring the sea cliffs up close and personal around Tasman Island and Cape Pillar, which is the easternmost cape of the Three Capes Track, a then an afternoon walk around the famous Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen which is situated on Eaglehawk Neck and in the township of Doo Town. Before walking around Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen, we will have fish and chips at Doo Lishus, located at the well-renowned blowhole.

The three-hour wilderness cruise is an added extra in our adventure itinerary when making the booking because we know some people suffer from severe seasickness. Therefore, we have provided alternative options instead of the wilderness cruise further below.

After breakfast, we will head off at around 8:45 AM from the resort for a 5-minute bus ride to the Pennicott Wilderness booking office in Port Arthur. We will store our main luggage at the resort reception, ready to collect in the afternoon for the return trip back to Hobart.

The wilderness cruise departs at 10:00 AM, but the team must be booked in by 9:15 AM at the latest for departure. Next to the wilderness cruise departure office in Port Arthur, there is a shop if you want to grab some snacks or drinks for the cruise.

The Pennicott Wilderness Journeys’ departure facility is close to Port Arthur, so we will manage the extra time to ensure you are there by 9:00 AM. The three-hour wilderness cruise operates in the water from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck. You will get up close and personal with the towering sea cliffs, dolomites, and the abundant and diverse sea life around Tasman Island and Cape Pillar. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is an award-winning cruise operator in Tasmania. You can read more about them and the wilderness cruise on their website: Pennicott Wilderness Journey Website

For those who may choose not to do the wilderness cruise, you have the option of the following activities in the morning:

  1. A tour of the Port Arthur historic settlement and relax around the Port Arthur area
  2. A helicopter tour with Osbourne Heli Tours will vary in time and cost depending on the flight package. This option would be subject to availability, and you would need to pay for the helicopter tour directly. Please refer to the Osbourne Heli Tours website for more information: Osborne Helitours Website

After your wilderness cruise or alternative activity, the team will rejoin, and we will make our way by bus to Eaglehawk Neck, a 20-minute bus ride and have lunch at Doo Lishus. Depending on the wind, the wilderness cruise will arrive back at Eaglehawk Neck, where our private bus will meet you. After lunch, we walk around the Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen tourist walk, which is a 20-minute walk. After the short walk, you will be transferred back to Hobart for your flight or to the Hotel Grand Chancellor, our drop-off point. Those who have flights will be dropped off first. The bus ride back to Hobart is around 90 minutes so we would have you at Hobart Airport at 4:00 PM at the latest. From the airport, we arrive back at the Grand Chancellor Hotel by around 4:30 PM. We recommend staying at the Hotel Grand Chancellor or a hotel nearby.

Looking towards Cape Pillar on the Three Capes Track

Additional Information

Peak Potential Adventures operates small group adventures both in Australia and overseas and was founded by a group of experienced adventurers who have built a solid and well-regarded reputation. Our experience outdoors has been built from the ground up over many years. Adaptability, planning, logistics, transparency and professionalism are our strengths and qualities. Our priorities are meeting your expectations, servicing your needs, keeping you safe, and delivering value for money adventure experience. Taking on an adventure can sometimes seem a bit daunting, so one of our most important qualities is that we are approachable and always available to answer any questions or provide advice – with us, you’ll always get a personalised level of service.

  • We provide experienced and professional guides with local knowledge and experience of the Three Capes Track
  • Our Three Capes and Tasman Peninsula trek has a maximum number of 14 people or less
  • We offer flexibility with itinerary options
  • We only work with the best operator and supplier in Tasmania
  • You’ll get a very high level of service because you are guided and looked after by business stakeholders
  • We are qualified personal trainers and can get you ready for your adventure with an individual training program
  • All our guides hold first aid qualifications and can provide wilderness rescue
  • All our adventures have formulated operational plans for emergencies or evacuations
  • We are fully licensed and accredited in the areas of our adventure operations.
  • Local Australian professional guides with extensive outdoor and adventure experience
  • Transport to your accommodation at Stewarts Bay Lodge, all transport to and from day treks and activities and return transport to Hobart
  • 3x nights twin share accommodation in a bush setting two-bedroom two-bathroom deluxe chalet at the four-star Stewarts Bay Lodge. (Please refer to the chalet arrangements drop-down section for a full description of the sleeping and sharing arrangements of the two-bedroom chalets and the single supplement options)
  • 2x dinners at On the Bay restaurant
  • 3x a-la-carte breakfasts at On the Bay restaurant
  • 3x pre-packed lunches, morning tea and trail snacks prepared by the chefs at On the Bay
  • 1x dinner at the renowned 1830 restaurant in Port Arthur historic site
  • Three-hour wilderness cruise with Pennicott Wilderness Journey (optional extra when booking if prone to seasickness)
  • Emergency remote communications and group first aid kit
  • All national park permits.
  • Return domestic airfares to Hobart, Tasmania
  • Accommodation at Hobart before and after the adventure
  • Alcoholic drinks and beverages at the restaurant dinners
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks at the 1830 restaurant and On the Bay restaurant
  • Lunch on the last day at Doo-Lishus at Eaglehawk Neck
  • Additional resort room charges.

The accommodation is two bedroom bush chalets on a twin-share basis (2 walkers per bedroom) or a king bed if you are a couple. You will share common areas, i.e. kitchen, dining room and balcony, with the other occupants of the two-bedroom chalet. You may be sharing a chalet with walkers you may not know. An optional extra single supplement upgrade is available when booking so you can have your own bedroom to yourself as a single traveller. However, you will still be sharing with other walkers in the other bedroom of the chalet. Each bedroom has its own toilet and shower.

If you’d like your own private chalet, please speak to us before booking, and we can discuss with you whether this is possible and would be subject to availability and paying the additional accommodation costs.

Testimonials of others are important when you are considering taking on an adventure either here in Australia or in another part of the world. We pride ourselves on not just ensuring our clients succeed in fulfilling their adventure dreams safely, but we also ensure they have a positive experience from the time they sign up for one of our adventures, to when they arrive home.

Please refer to the customer reviews page on our website.

Terrain Difficulty: Moderate

There is no difficulty in the terrain that requires specialist equipment like ropes and the walking tracks are well-groomed and marked.

Fitness Grade: Medium

You should be able to walk at least 8-9 hours with a light daypack weighing up to 4kg. 

Anyone should be able to undertake the various day treks on this Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula trek with a medium level of fitness and health. The fitter and more endurance you have though, the easier the days will be and the quicker your recovery. The longest trek is the Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay which is approximately 18km and 8-9 hours of walking depending on the team’s speed, so, if you can walk undulating terrain with hills, with regular rests over this distance and time with a light day pack, you’ll comfortably complete this adventure itinerary. We would highly recommend joining us for our weekend Six Foot Track trek if you’d like to measure your current fitness and endurance levels. Generally, we will have 2 guides per group on our Three Capes Track trek so that groups can be divided if necessary.

We are qualified Personal Trainers, so we will assess your current fitness levels and provide a training program that would be suited to complete this Three Capes Track trek comfortably. If you are unsure, please contact the Peak Potential Adventures team to discuss your situation and to see if this trek is suited to you.

After you have booked, the Peak Potential Adventures team will personally discuss your requirements and budget with you.

This Three Capes Track trek operates out of well-facilitated accommodation in Port Arthur, so consider your gear requirements in two parts. One part for the accommodation before and after the day treks, and the other for the day treks themselves.

  • Regular and going out clothes for around the accommodation and for the team dinner
  • Trekking boots for hiking during the day (they must be warm, waterproof, and with ankle-support – not too light and not too heavy. Leather or a composite boot is perfect. Have a look at Salomon boots)
  • Gaiters
  • Trekking shirts and pants, preferably wicking material
  • Warm jacket and pants
  • Comfortable socks for the 4 days of day treks
  • 25-35 litre daypack with a water bladder is the preferable option
  • If you don’t have a water bladder, a larger water bottle that can hold 2 litres
  • Toiletries
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses (preferably polarised)
  • Thermos 500ml
  • Rain gear
  • Sunscreen
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Basic first aid items and medication.

The senior guide will be carrying a well-equipped first aid kit during the day treks, but some basic personal first aid items like bandaids, panadol and ibuprofen are always handy to have on you.

The basics: (You will need comfortable walking shoes/boots, comfortable socks, a jumper and warm pants, toiletries, sunglasses and sunscreen).

  • Hobart private bus pickup Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart (1 Davey St) – 7:15 AM
  • Return Hobart airport 4:00 PM
  • Return Hotel Grand Chancellor Hotel Hobart 4:30 PM

(Please contact 0484 869 243 if there are any issues on the day).

Safety and Regulation Requirements

All Peak Potential Adventures leaders who guide on the Three Capes and Tasman Penisula trek are first aid qualified

Our team uses both short and long-range communication equipment that includes, UHF radios, EPIRBs and satellite devices like Garmin Reach, or satellite phone for more remote adventures

Peak Potential Adventures is approved as an authorised operator by the Tasmanian National Parks and Wildlife Service to lead commercial treks into Tasmanian national parks and undergo ongoing compliance requirements to hold this authority.

If you have any further questions or would like more information about our Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula trek

You can contact our team at [email protected]

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BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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Adventure Dates

How often do you run the adventure?

At this stage, we are building up our adventure operations on Tasmania's southeast coast, including the Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula. Given that it's daypack only and day walks out of an established accommodation base, we have the capacity, subject to accommodation availability, to run a monthly departure during the main walking season (August to May). We feel that the quieter off-season walking months in Tasmania are some of the best periods for walking through popular destinations, which is why we have opted to run this adventure from August to May.

Please also check our Facebook and Instagram feeds because we also announce new adventure dates there as well.

What if the fixed dates don't work? Can you organise a group custom adventure?

Yes, if the dates that we have organised don't work, we can organise a custom date that would suit you. We would only do this for groups of 8 or more only.

What is the best time of year to walk in Tasmania and the Three Capes Track?

From our perspective, we believe Tasmania can be walked all year round, depending on the adventure location and the operator's experience. You will generally find the colder months between June and September are much quieter on many of the walking routes and in and around the local townships and attractions. We believe this can sometimes lead to a more authentic adventure experience, and in Tasmania, there is a lot of beauty, ambience and quality local produce to experience during the cooler months.

Tasmania Average Daily Minimum / Maximum Temperatures in Degrees Celsius

About The Adventure

How hard is the adventure?

With the proper preparation, guides and support, the 4-day Three Capes Track itinerary is achievable with a moderate fitness level and the ability to carry a light daypack. We recommend training leading up to any adventure because it makes the experience much more enjoyable. Because it's day walks out of a support location, and if by chance you became sick or injured and weren't up to completing one of the day walks, you could rest or do another activity for the day. We would strongly recommend taking our travel insurance with Cover-More Insurance because you may be able to claim back some of the costs for that day that you missed or perhaps more if you couldn't continue the rest of the adventure.

Can I stay on after the adventure?

Yes, you can extend your stay to explore more of Hobart and Tasmania.

Food, Accomdodation & Facilities

What is the accommodation like in Port Arthur?

The accommodation in Port Arthur is at the Stewarts Bay Lodge and is four-star chalet accommodation.

Stewarts Bay Lodge is nestled between a beautiful beach, a forest, the calming ocean, a world heritage listed national park and Australia's profound Port Arthur Historic Site. Stewarts Bay Lodge is a 9 hectare (22 acres) property on the shores of Stewarts Bay at Port Arthur.

We stay in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom deluxe bush setting spa chalets for 3 nights when we are at Stewarts Bay Lodge. (You may be upgraded to a water view deluxe spa chalet if the bush setting deluxe spa chalets are booked out or have limited availability).

The accommodation is two bedroom bush chalets on a twin-share basis (2 walkers per bedroom) or a king bed if you are a couple. You will share common areas, i.e. kitchen, dining room and balcony, with the other occupants of the two-bedroom chalet. You may be sharing a chalet with walkers you may not know. An optional extra single supplement upgrade is available when booking so you can have your own bedroom to yourself as a single traveller. However, you will still be sharing with other walkers in the other bedroom of the chalet. Each bedroom has its own toilet and shower.

If you'd like your own private chalet, please speak to us before booking, and we can discuss with you whether this is possible and would be subject to availability and paying the additional accommodation costs.

More information can be found on the Stewarts Bay Lodge website: Stewarts Bay Lodge Website

What type of food do we eat?

For the day walks, you will be provided with a pre-packed lunch pack prepared by the On the Bay chefs, the restaurant located at Stewarts Bay Lodge. The pre-packed lunch will also include morning tea and trail snacks. Breakfast each day will be an al-a-carted breakfast at On the Bay restaurant. You will have two a-la-carte dinners at On the Bay restaurant at Stewarts Bay Lodge and one dinner at 1830 restaurant. All meals will be of restaurant quality. You will also have the opportunity to bring your own snacks or in-between food, as the chalets at Stewarts Bay are self-contained.

The meals at the restaurant will be two courses, either a main or dessert or a main and entree. We will alternate the mix, but is it generally main and entree on the first night at On the Bay restaurant, main and dessert at the 1830 restaurant team dinner, and main and dessert on the last night at On the Bay restaurant. For the team dinner at 1830 restaurant, we will organise a mixture of sides for the table.

What facilities are there in Port Arthur? 

Port Arthur is a very small township with modern facilities and small shops. The township and local region are geared very much to the bustling tourist market.

Guides & Team

Why use Peak Potential Adventures?

Our guides and the way we run our adventures are second to none. You will only get very experienced guides on our adventures who you can trust and who have local knowledge and experience. We pride ourselves on ensuring everyone has a positive, rewarding, safe experience. We leave nothing to chance in our preparation and always consider our client's safety and enjoyment during the trek.

How many people could be on this trek?

This adventure is limited to a maximum of 14 people.

What is the minimum age?

Because of insurance and liability reasons, the minimum age for this trek is generally 18. The age could be potentially reduced with parental consent and the minor's ability to complete the adventure itinerary. If bringing your teenagers along on this trek may interest you, we are happy to discuss it.

Fitness & Equipment

How fit do I need to be, and can I get fit?

Anyone should be able to undertake the various day walks on this Three Capes Track and Tasman Peninsula adventure with a medium level of fitness and health. The fitter and more endurance you have, the easier the days will be and the quicker your recovery. The longest walk is the Waterfall Bay to Fortescue Bay which is approximately 18km and 8-9 hours of walking depending on the team's speed, so, if you can walk undulating terrain with hills, with regular rests over this distance and time with a light day pack, you'll comfortably complete this adventure itinerary.

We recommend joining one of our local weekend Six Foot Track adventures or free Saturday morning community walks to measure your current fitness and endurance levels.

We are qualified personal trainers, so we will assess your current fitness levels and provide a training program that would be suited to complete this adventure comfortably. If you are unsure, please contact the Peak Potential Adventures team to discuss your situation and see if this adventure suits you.

What equipment will I require?

The equipment list is on the website under additional information. Once you have reviewed the list, we will discuss your equipment requirements and budget with you. Some last-minute equipment can be purchased in Hobart if required.

Medical Conditions & Allergies

Can I walk safely if I have allergies or a medical condition?

It all depends on the allergy or the medical condition, but we would strongly suggest that you speak to your doctor first before making a booking. If it is a food allergy, that will be no problem because that can be catered for by the restaurants that will be preparing our food. Please let us know on the adventure booking form so we can inform our team of your dietary requirements.

Fees & Payments

How much is the adventure?

The adventure cost, excluding flights, is $2,400.00

If you decide to do the three-hour wilderness cruise, there will be an additional charge of $155.00

If you decide to book as a single supplement and have your own room, there will be an additional charge of $400.00

You will also need to allow for accommodation costs the night before the adventure and potentially at the end, but there is the option for a late flight out of Hobart after the adventure

How much could I expect to pay for flights?

Flights can range for an economy flight to Hobart, depending on the season and demand. Flights are cheaper during the walking off-season and colder months. Flights costs will also vary depending on your flight departure time and the location that you are flying from.

Can I pay a deposit and pay the rest before departure?

Yes, we only require a 30% deposit to secure your position on the adventure if the adventure is more than 60 days out, with the full balance payable 60 days before departure. If the adventure departs within 60 days, full payment will be required when booking.

Is there a credit and debit card payment surcharge?

Yes, if you book using the credit or debit card Stripe payment gateway, there will be a 1.7% surcharge. You can avoid this 1.7% surcharge by doing a bank transfer in the payment option.

Cancellations & Travel Insurance

What happens if I need to cancel?

Please read our booking terms and conditions for specific policy details.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Do I need travel insurance to do the Three Capes and Tasman Peninsula adventure?

No, it is a requirement to take out travel insurance for this adventure because it's a domestic location, but we would strongly recommend it because of the financial outlay. You never know what might happen after you book or during your adventure.

Travel insurance will insure you against:

  • Trip cancellation
  • Trip interruption
  • Missed connection
  • Travel delay
  • Loss of baggage
  • Medical emergencies
  • Medical evacuation

Cover-More has a travel insurance policy that will insure Australian travellers for domestic holidays. You can read more about the Cover-More travel insurance policy here. We are not recommending this Cover-More policy, it's just general advice, so you will need to do your own research and refer to the product disclosure document to see if it's suitable for your needs.

Photos & Media Content

Will I get access to photos & media content?

Yes, photos taken by the Peak Potential Adventures team during the Three Capes Track adventure will be shared via our corporate Google Drive.

Only a 30% deposit is required to secure your position unless the departure date is within 60 days, and then the full payment is required.