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Maria Island, Tasmania:

one of the world’s

great walks

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Experience our multi-award-winning four day Maria Island Walk just off the east coast of Tasmania, one of the Great Walks of Australia.

Immerse yourself in the exhilarating beauty and natural wonder that is Maria Island. Traverse the island, from its wilderness to white-sandy beaches. Sleep under the canopy of stars at the bush camps, with the last night spent in cosy comfort at heritage-listed Bernacchi House in Darlington. Capture memorable moments of the island's photogenic wombats, kangaroos and wildlife that freely roam, with the island nicknamed 'The Noah's Ark of Australia' for its diverse variety of wildlife.

One of the Great Walks of Australia.

The Maria Island Walk
(four days)

DISCOVER THE WALK

Everything about Maria Island is beautiful. Especially in winter.

Winter Escape Walk
(three days)

DISCOVER THE WALK
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Having guided over 1400 walks over 20 seasons and received eight National Tourism Awards, our Maria Island Walk is recognised as one of Australia’s outstanding experiences.

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Exploring Darlington settlement, the main port on the island with several historic buildings and no permanent inhabitants. It’s the most intact example of a convict probation station in Australia.

It’s also the final stop on the three night Maria Island Walk, before ferrying back to Hobart.

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Does winter even exist on Maria Island?

Our new season of Spring to Autumn walks kicks off from mid October, running until April 2024.

Though there are still a few last-minute spaces on our current two-night Winter Escape Walk running until the end of August, to experience picture-perfect island winter days just like this.

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Walk with us, to explore an incredible island national park off Tasmania’s east coast.

Our small group experiences depart from and return to Hobart. Spend a few days in nature, with memories to last a lifetime…

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The sweetest of island locals, ready to say hello.

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On The Maria Island Walk, you will experience expert guiding, see abundant wildlife and hear more on the island’s history. Plus sleep in comfortable accommodation with a combination of bush camps and a heritage home, complemented by local Tasmanian food and wine along the way.

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Bernacchi House is a heritage-listed house dating back to 1880, located within the World Heritage-listed convict settlement of Darlington, the main port of Maria Island. It's the exclusive accommodation for The Maria Island Walk.

During the Winter Escape Walk, guests will base from the historic home for the two nights and enjoy daytrip walks.

During the warmer months, it's the last night's accommodation as a little luxury after two nights spent in bush camps and days traversing the island from south to north.

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During the Winter Escape Walk, a glass of Tasmanian wine awaits at Bernacchi House - ready to be enjoyed by the open fire, after a day exploring the island's natural beauty.

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Stunning vistas from every island angle.

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Blue sky, baby. A Winter Escape Walk on Maria Island looks a lot like this...

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The Maria Island Walk is for everyone. Friends, families, solo travellers - a welcoming environment as we explore the island together, hosted by our skilled guides.

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It’s hard not to be seduced by the island’s beauty, over a highly photographic few days on #TheMariaIslandWalk

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On Maria, it’s roos with a view. #islandlife

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At every turn, there is always something to explore on Maria Island. From historic relics, to one of the island's local wildlife bounding by to say hello, to the wide variety of island flora that changes dramatically from south to north. A walk with us is like exploring a mini Tasmania over just a few days.

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See the Cape Barren Geese that roam freely, introduced to Maria Island National Park in 1968 from the Bass Strait Islands to help ensure their survival. Today, they're just one of the species that call the island home.

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The day's finale looks a little like this...

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Arguably, the most photogenic of our locals on Maria Island.

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Climbing the summits of Maria can be a challenge near the peak, though our team are there to expertly guide and cheer you on all the way, for the chance to witness that breathtaking view.

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I have felt so energized ever since Maria Island and would do it again in a heartbeat. Thank you for such a sublime, relaxing, uplifting experience

Samantha EnglishGuest

We had a great group - fun, outgoing, adventurous, laid back and great company. The trip was flawlessly organised and the walks and scenery just so beautiful.

Jane RothschildGuest

It was one of our best holidays ever. It was TRULY amazing. The accommodation was 10/10 (the outdoor facility was so much better than we expected).

Vanessa Angrove-RogersGuest

I absolutely loved my Maria Island Walk and so many friends I have told about it have it on their bucket lists. I have amazing photos and memories, and this really was four days that will last a lifetime. Thank you!

Kellie LondreganGuest

Two of the best guides I have come across through my travels in Australia and internationally.

Hans van HaalenGuest

Join us on Maria Island for four days that will last a lifetime.

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The Maria Island Walk acknowledges the Aboriginal Communities and Traditional Custodians of country throughout Tasmania and we recognise their continued connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to Elders past and present, as we seek to understand their history and learn from their knowledge.