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Walls of Jerusalem
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 Nestled in the highlands of Tasmania's ancient wilderness, the Walls of Jerusalem National Park features stunning examples of the Central Plateau's history. Trek amongst countless exquisite glacially carved lakes and mountains, striking 300m dolerite cliffs (the Walls), and through thick forests of ancient pencil pines, beech or eucalypt. Features such as Solomons Jewels, the Temple, and Solomon's Throne will invoke joy in the heart of any bush-walker. Highlights Hobart Walls of Jerusalem Mersey Gorge Solomons Jewels Mt JerusalemItinerary:Day 1 Arrival day, transfer from Hobart to Base Camp, our secluded bush retreat where we prepare for our trekking adventure.2 Drive to Central Highlands through spectacular Mersey Gorge. Start trek to beautiful Solomon's Jewels - a picture-perfect chain of tiny clear lakes.3 Surrounded by towering peaks, trek into the heart of the spectacular Walls of Jerusalem, stopping overnight below the towering East Wall and Mt Jerusalem.4 Trekking via glacially carved Lake Ball, follow streams through ancient forests to our campsite at Stretcher Lake, providing stunning views of Clumner Bluff.5 Quick descent through eucalypt forest for our bus back to Base Camp, and a final group dinner. 6 Trip ends in Hobart after breakfast.
Included: Wilderness trek leader, all group camping equipment including backpack, tents, sleeping bags and mats, transport and national park fees.
Not Included: Flights, departure taxes and transfer, visas, travel insurance, drinks, optional activities, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 5 breakfasts,4 lunches,5 dinners
Notes: Arrival You will be collected from The Old Woolstore Hotel in Hobart at 2.30pm on Day 1 for pick up and transfer to Base Camp Tasmania. The airport is approximately 20 minutes drive from the city and it is possible to catch a taxi into town. The fare will be around A$35. The Airporter Bus meets all flights and drops travellers off in central Hobart. This fare for this service is about A$12. You will be transfered to Base Camp Tasmania approx. 1 hour from Hobart. Here you will meet your fellow travellers, have a evening trek briefing and sort out trekking gear for the next 4 days. Carrying supplies Please be aware that you will be required to carry your own pack on this trip, as well as sharing some of the load of carrying supplies across the group. This will always be minimised, subject to group size, but due to variable conditions, and group capabilities, overnight campsites will vary greatly from group to group.
Starts/Ends: Hobart to Hobart
Trip Reference: PDWJ |
| Details | | Adventure Center | | Offer valid through 6/30/2010 | | | Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2010 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2010/11 brochure, due to be published in October 2009. |
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