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Tasmania's South Coast Track is one of Australia's most epic bushwalks - South Coast Track, Australia
Tasmania's South Coast Track is one of Australia's most epic bushwalks  | John Dalton
Crossing a river on the South Coast Track in Tasmania - South Coast Track, Australia
Crossing a river on the South Coast Track in Tasmania  | John Dalton
Trekking behind a waterfall on the South Coast Track - South Coast Track, Australia
Trekking behind a waterfall on the South Coast Track  | John Dalton
Trekking towards the Ironbound ranges on the South Coast Track in Tasmania - South Coast Track, Australia
Trekking towards the Ironbound ranges on the South Coast Track in Tasmania  | John Dalton
The terrain on the South Coast Track can be very muddy - South Coast Track, Australia
The terrain on the South Coast Track can be very muddy  | John Dalton
Trek from Granite Beach to South Cape Rivulet - South Coast Track, Australia
Trek from Granite Beach to South Cape Rivulet  | Jon Herring
Enjoy glorious, uninterrupted views along Tasmania's South Coast Track - South Coast Track, Australia
Enjoy glorious, uninterrupted views along Tasmania's South Coast Track  | John Dalton
The imposing Ironbound Ranges in the distance on the South Coast Track - South Coast Track, Australia
The imposing Ironbound Ranges in the distance on the South Coast Track  | John Dalton

South Coast Track

8 day trek along the iconic South Coast Track

Australia
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 127 reviews

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$3070 USD

Trip Code: SCT
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Essential Information

Extra trip options & supplements

*Prices listed are per person

Single Tent Supplement
$36 USD
Duration
  • 8 Days
Activities
  • 7 days trekking with a full pack
  • Scenic flight to Melaleuca
Style
  • Classic Adventures  
Accommodation
  • 7 nights camping
Meals
  • 7 Dinners
  • 8 Lunches
  • 7 Breakfasts
Difficulty Grading  
7 / 10

Challenging

Carbon Footprint  

14kg of CO2-e PP per day

(95kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)

South Coast Track Trip highlights

  • Scenic flight to Melaleuca
  • Camping, swimming & trekking along isolated and pristine beaches
  • Traversing the impressive Ironbound Range
  • A full rest day at Little Deadman's Bay
  • Learn of the ancient Aboriginal history of the area
  • Discover the unique animals and plants that call this remote wilderness home

Overview

Tasmania's South Coast Track is one of Australia's finest long-distance walks. On this guided South Coast Track trek you'll be carrying a full pack along the unspoiled wilderness of Australia's southernmost shores. The 85 kilometre walk offers a spectrum of Tasmanian scenes, from empty beaches to towering rainforests and the alpine heights of the Ironbound Range. The South Coast Track is a place of wild scenes and wildlife, with the chance to see wombats, quolls and possibly even the orange-bellied parrot, one of the world's rarest bird species. After a spectacular flight along the coast or mountains to the remote airstrip at Melaleuca in the World Heritage-listed Southwest National Park, you will walk 10 to 15 kilometres each day, carrying up to 22 kilograms and camping at night. The walk has a flexible itinerary that allows for a rest day and time for swims or exploration along the succession of south-coast beaches. Following in the footsteps of early Indigenous Australians and ancient seafarers - the South Coast Track was built as an escape route for shipwreck survivors - our knowledgeable guides will lead you through a true wilderness experience and the challenge of a lifetime. If you have a thirst for full pack hikes, have excellent fitness and an open, flexible approach to being in remote areas for multiple days then Tasmania's South Coast Track is the perfect hiking adventure for you.

Itinerary

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The trip starts with the briefing at 8am at the Rock it Climbing Centre, 54 Bathurst St in Hobart. Following this briefing you will be taxied to Cambridge Airport for your flight at 11:30am. The scenic flight by light aircraft into Melaleuca in the remote south west corner of Tasmania is a definite trip highlight. This afternoon we begin walking to the coastline and today’s destination, Point Eric. On arrival at our waterfront campsite we pitch our tents, collect drinking water and settle in with a hot drink and time for a game of beach cricket, a swim, or just a wander along the beach before dinner. Walking Distance 12km | Walking Time 3-4 hours **You will need to arrive into Hobart the day before the trip in case there are any last minute changes to the flight to Melaleuca.

Meals: L,D

After breakfast and packing up camp we head out along the beach. Tides dictate this morning’s timing as we skirt around a rocky headland before climbing up onto Sedge and Melaleuca clad plains that draw us inland. There are a number of suitable lunch spots where the tannin-stained freshwater trickles through the ancient quartzite hills. We have a short but steep climb then descent over Red Point Hills and will enjoy wonderful panoramic views from the top – today’s high point. In the afternoon we make our muddy way toward the beautiful watercourse of Louisa Creek and onwards to Louisa River flowing close by the impressive Ironbound Range where we will make our camp in the wonderful eucalypt forest, ready for tomorrow's early start. Walking Distance 17km | Walking Time 7-9 hours

Meals: B,L,D

The mighty Ironbounds!!! Our high point is almost a thousand metres above where we start and finish today. Your guides have breakfast ready in the predawn darkness and be busy getting the group on the track by sun-up. We climb up the exposed western slopes, over open ground and vegetation stunted by the prevailing westerlies. In fine weather there are plenty of great rest spots where the views are spectacular beneath us. From the top of the range we may be lucky enough to see the Eastern and Western Arthur Ranges including Federation Peak, through to Mount Anne and all the way to the formidable South West Cape and Maatsuyker Island. The broad top of the Ironbound Range commonly receives the harshest conditions known in Tasmania and snowfalls, gale force winds and pelting sleet are never unexpected. This is a long and demanding day and the top is not even half way, the slippery and muddy descent is through a tangle of lush rainforest which in turn becomes thick Tea Tree bush as the last few kilometres follow the coastline to a very welcome sight – our campsite at Little Deadman's Bay. Walking Distance 13km | Walking Time 10-12 hours

Meals: B,L,D

Today is the only full rest day on the tour and is a well earned break after some big days. It’s a wonderful treat to read a book, play some cards and let your body relax and recover from the last few days’ activity.

Meals: B,L,D

Feeling refreshed, we look forward to tackling some of the track’s best mud holes, a challenging rowboat lagoon crossing and walking along the coast’s longest beach. We trek over broad sand dunes, wade across watercourses and climb over headlands letting no obstacles stand in our way! There are a few campsite choices for tonight and your guides will decide where to stay based on the availability of fresh water, the fitness of the group members and their own personal favourite spots where they may know special sights and hidden points of interest. Walking Distance 13.3km | Walking Time 4-5 hours

Meals: B,L,D

This is a favourite day for many people as we wander through wet sclerophyll forest from beach to beach. Today’s short distance means a leisurely lunch with time to wriggle your toes in the sand, swim in the ocean, search for Devonian Fossils, or just sit back and relax. A favourite lunch spot is Surprise Beach, which is just a short distance, if not a little steep, to our afternoon's destination Granite Beach. As we descend onto this bay our eyes are drawn out to the incredible fluted dolerite columns of South Cape. At the eastern end of the bay our campsite is perched above the cliffs beneath the Tea Tree and eucalypt canopy. Our water source here cascades off the cliffs onto the beach to make a wonderful, refreshing shower. Walking Distance 10km | Walking Time 4-5 hours

Meals: B,L,D

A big day in the hills – we get an early start to make our way over the South Cape Range to our final night’s camp at South Cape Rivulet. We begin with a lengthy climb through moist forest to the day’s highpoint about 500m above sea level. If we are lucky there are beautiful views back along the coast as far as South West Cape to the mountains of Pindar’s Peak, Mount LaPerouse and Mount Leillateah. This is a deceptive day with our high point being the first of seven hills that we climb and descend before stepping into the sand of South Cape Rivulet where we cross the sometimes deep, outlet of the lagoon to our campsite. This is a wonderful day of wet and dry forests, buttongrass plains, Tea Tree swamps and dazzling coastal views. The beach at our camp is one of the best along the South Coast for a swim and not many people can resist taking an invigorating plunge! Walking Distance 9km | Walking Time 6-8 hours

Meals: B,L,D

Today is a gentle end to an amazing trip. The morning has us strolling along a couple of picturesque beaches and then up over a headland. The top of the cliffs is a perfect place for a rest while the waves crash below. Our eight day trek concludes at Cockle Creek, Australia’s southernmost town. This quiet blissful bay has a couple of holiday homes and an information shelter, and is where you will be met by our friendly bus driver to be transferred to Hobart. We usually drop you at your accommodation in Hobart at approx 5pm. After a shower and some clean clothes it's common for the group to get together and enjoy a celebratory dinner at one of Hobart's many wonderful restaurants. This is a spectacular and wild trek that we believe will stay with you for a long time to come. Walking Distance 11km | Walking Time 3-4 hours

Meals: B,L

Map

Elevation

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines.

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8 scheduled departures between 15 Nov 2026 and 21 Mar 2027.

  • Departs 15 Nov 2026 – ends 22 Nov 2026 (8 days)
  • Departs 29 Nov 2026 – ends 6 Dec 2026 (8 days)
  • Departs 28 Dec 2026 – ends 4 Jan 2027 (8 days)
  • Departs 10 Jan 2027 – ends 17 Jan 2027 (8 days)
  • Departs 24 Jan 2027 – ends 31 Jan 2027 (8 days)
  • Departs 21 Feb 2027 – ends 28 Feb 2027 (8 days)
  • … and 2 more departures.
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What's included?

Included

  • 2 professional wilderness guides
  • 7 nights camping
  • 7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners, snacks and hot drinks
  • Scenic flight to Melaleuca
  • Return transport to Hobart by private minibus
  • National Park fees
  • Tent and inflatable sleeping mat
  • Group camping equipment including all cooking & eating equipment
  • Emergency communications & group first aid kit

Not included

  • Travel to and from Hobart
  • Accommodation before or after the trip
  • Items of a personal nature: alcoholic beverages, car parking etc
  • Travel insurance
  • Face masks and hand sanitiser
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Reviews (127)

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The guides were fantastic! Knowledgeable, friendly and managed to judge the needs of the groups and all the different personalities.

Rebecca|Rosny, TAS
19 Jan 2026
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An outstanding South Coast Track experience with Tasmanian Expeditions. Our guides, Oscar & Morgan, were professional, supportive and knowledgeable, making a challenging and remote walk feel safe, well organised and incredibly rewarding. Stunning scenery, excellent logistics, great group camaraderie and a real sense of achievement at journey’s end. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a first-class wilderness adventure.

Cassi|Smithton, TAS
19 Jan 2026
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Extremely well organised itinerary and guides along with some of the most beautiful views Tasmania has to offer, can’t go wrong.??

Shaun|Smithton, TAS
14 Jan 2026
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I’ve wanted to do the South Coast Track for years, it did not disappoint. Not confident enough to do it solo I went with Tasmanian Expeditions and am so glad I did. The guides - Oscar and Morgan - were both true professionals and excellent human beings and I was lucky to get a super lovely group and great weather too. I found it a challenging walk - mainly because of the weight of my pack - but I loved it - the wilderness, the food, the mud, all great. Highly recommend.

Claire|South Yarra, VIC
13 Jan 2026
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Fulfilled all aspects of a remote challenging multiday hike with a touch of luxury- great meals prepared for you by the guides.

Matthew Wolstencroft|Wurtulla, QLD
19 Mar 2025
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So far , this is definitely the toughest and most challenging hike I have ever signed up for in Australia . This is not for the faint hearted, and probably not the hike for retirees!

Clive Cutler|St Ives, NSW
18 Mar 2025
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The South Coast Track exceeded my expectations and I feel grateful for being in the diverse environments it offers. Stunning walk and I'm so glad I decided to use Tas Ex. It was not just the level of security but also the gentle sharing of information offered by the guides. I felt hopeful of the protection of our beautiful wilderness areas with such impressive and committed young guides.

Christine Thorpe|Yackandandah, VIC
4 Feb 2025
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Hiked the South Coast Track with Tasmanian Expeditions in January. The terrain was challenging but really diverse, the scenery was spectacular and our guides Oscar and Ed were super efficient and supportive ensuring a successful trip. I will happily use Tasmanian Expeditions again.

Kathryn Haley|Yackandandah, VIC
4 Feb 2025
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A great hike in truly amazing country. The guides (Oscar and Tali) were fantastic. I was very grateful for all my pre trip training so make sure you are track and pack fit as it is a challenging walk. Could not fault the organization and professionalism of the guides. I would totally recommend this trek if you have done previous full pack hikes and are fit.

Judith Young|Griffith, NSW
2 Feb 2025

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Extra trip info

Remote camping on the South Coast Track | Jon Herring

Wilderness Campsites

Tasmanian Expeditions provides strong, 2 person, bushwalking tents (twin share), which provide each occupant with a personal access door and vestibule for individual use. Our tents weigh between 2.0 and 2.5 kg and this weight is shared equally by each occupant. We use a range of high quality 3-4 season tents which have been trialled and tested to withstand all weather conditions that may be encountered on our adventures. Brands that are most commonly used are Wilderness Equipment and Eureka.

Expect river crossings when trekking Tasmania's South Coast Track | John Dalton

Rugged and remote

The South Coast Track is a challenging bushwalk with some long days, big, heavy packs and trying conditions. The terrain is very rugged and remote. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep (you climb from sea level to 1000m and back down again when crossing the Ironbound Ranges). You should be prepared for creek and river crossings that could be waist deep. while carrying your full pack. Over the trip you will walk along boardwalks, along beaches, up and down steps, through overgrown forests, through muddy sections that can stretch for kilometres (see below about how muddy it can be) and scramble over rocks. This is a true wilderness walk.

The terrain on the South Coast Track can be very muddy | John Dalton

Expect mud

Even after a week of sunshine sections of the track (up to a few kilometres long) can be very muddy. People have been known to fall into sections of mud waist deep. Due to poor soils and high rainfall this is unavoidable on most trips. Experienced walkers will come to accept this is all part of the adventure.

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The South Coast Track is one of our most challenging trips so you will need to have an excellent level of fitness. You will be carrying a full pack while trekking in remote areas for up to 8 to 10 hours a day. If you have any questions about your suitability please give us a call and speak with one of our staff members. We are more than happy to discuss additional information about what you can expect.

For your expedition you will need to carry all equipment in a full trekking backpack that is 75-90 litres in capacity. Depending on the quantity of personal gear and toiletries the average pack weight will be between 20-22 kg.

The South Coast Track is a challenging bushwalk with some long days, big, heavy packs and trying conditions. The terrain is very rugged and remote. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep (you climb from sea level to 1000m and back down again when crossing the Ironbound Ranges). You should be prepared for creek and river crossings that could be waist deep. while carrying your full pack. Over the trip you will walk along boardwalks, along beaches, up and down steps, through overgrown forests, through muddy sections that can stretch for kilometres (see below about how muddy it can be) and scramble over rocks. This is a true wilderness walk.

It is not advised. Previous multi day hiking experience is essential, as is previous experience on a full pack trek.

Tasmania’s south west is renowned for its wild, unpredictable weather. The trip runs between October and April when we have the best chance for warmer temperatures, but you are likely to experience all sorts of weather on the South Coast Track. This region often experiences extreme and rapidly changing weather. You’ll likely to encounter wild winds, heavy rain and sunshine (often all in one single day). You will need to be prepared to walk in all weather conditions as winds, steady rain, and even snow in elevated areas, can occur at any time of year.

Even after a week of sunshine sections of the track (up to a few km's long) can be very muddy. People have been known to fall into sections of mud waist deep. Due to poor soils and high rainfall this is unavoidable on most trips. Experienced walkers will come to accept this is all part of the adventure.

No. We will not have access to power along the track. We suggest you bring the required number of rechargeable packs you require for your devices.

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