Trek Notes - Australia

South Coast Track 9 Day Trip

Wild unspoilt wilderness, remote untouched beaches, rugged mountains ranges, pristine rivers and towering rainforests. Originally an escape route for shipwrecked sailors, the South Coast Track now doubles as an escape route from modern life.  The trip begins with a spectacular flight to the remote airstrip at Melaleuca in the heart of the wilderness.  From here we trek east for 9 Days along the 80 km track following the coast and finishing at Cockle Creek.  Our generous time frame allows for side trip, a complete rest day for swimming, fishing or simply relaxing on an empty beach.  We will walk 10-15kms per day carrying packs up to 20kgs; no special skills are required other than good pack carrying fitness and an open flexible approach to being in remote areas for consecutive days.  Amidst this truly wild area you will discover a land with a history of early pioneers and indigenous Australians that is occupied by an abundance of wildlife including wombats, pademelons, quolls and the rare orange-bellied parrot.

Itinerary

Day 1    Depart Hobart, flight into Melaleuca, trek to Cox's Bight.

Day 2    Trek to Louisa Creek

Day 3    Walk to Louisa River.

Day 4     Trek across the Ironbound Ranges

Day 5    Rest day little Deadman's Bay.

Day 6    Walk to Osmiridium Beach.

Day 7     Trek to Granite Beach.

Day 8      Trek to South Cape Rivulet.

Day 9       Walk to Cockle Creek.  Return to Hobart.