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walk in the Tarkine is absolutely distinct from any walking trip
you'll do anywhere in Tasmania, Australia and to our knowledge the
world. It's a bold statement, but an accurate one. In fact, for
transparency sake, we've listed the other Tasmanian walking operators
and illustrated our "difference" to make your choice easier, click here to see this information. Three
main things. 1. The
path less travelled Undiscovered and remote = no crowds
In short, all of this equates to it being a rare occasion to see anyone on our walks. We've never seen another person on the Rain Forest Track. On the coast walk, we've only seen unauthorised 4WD vehicles that have travelled many miles down the remote coast line. On the Explorer trip, we'll likely never see anyone at our forest camp, as its located in a very remote location unknown to most people. During the coastal part of this itinerary, we only ever see a two or three of the locals at Pieman Heads (remote shack ville on the southern side of the Pieman River) setting cray pots north of our camp. Nor have we ever seen people on the Philosophers Falls or Mt Donaldson walks. Being long term walkers in Tasmania, we know how unique this experience is, but don't take our word for it, read our participants thoughts on this by following this link, testimonials. 2. The
temperate rain forest experience Temperate rain forests and the significance of our walks. The rain forests of the Tarkine, some 177 000 hectares, are recognised as being one of the most significant tracts of temperate rain forest on earth. Globally, temperate rain forest only remains in fragments in New Zealand, Chile, Western Canada, Alaska and the US. Temperate rain forests are extremely rare, covering about 0.2 per cent of the Earth's land area. The largest single tract of temperate rain forest in the world is located in the Tongass Forests of Alaska. The second largest tract is located in Tasmania's Tarkine. Since Europeans arrived in Tasmania, over 85% of the tall callidendrous (cathedral like) rain forests growing on deep basalt soils, have been logged, burnt or converted to farmland. Hence, to walk in the Tarkine is to experience something that is very unique. To our knowledge, the Tarkine Rain Forest Track is the only six day temperate rain forest walk in the world, where almost the entire walk is beneath the rain forest canopy. Our Tarkine Explorer tour includes the wonderful experience of base camping beneath these forests for two nights and embarking on a remote walk to one of Tasmania's truly wild rivers, the Huskisson. Links
to Gondwana Animals
and Plants Aboriginal
Cultural Heritage World
Heritage Listing 3.Walking
toward world heritage Our business was born of a campaign to prevent a road development entering the heart of the Tarkines wildness in the mid 1990s. In practical terms, the campaign failed and the infamous "road to know-where" was eventually opened in the face of heated local debate. But just as the cut of the ribbon had announced the opening of the road, the controversy that had surrounded its creation had launched the Tarkine into the public mind. Walking away from that experience, we realised that the degree to which people valued a place, ultimately determines its fate. With this in mind, we created Tarkine Trails. Our intent was simple, provide logistical support to enable people to meet the Tarkine face to face, knowing that they would be blown away by the experience. Secondly, we knew the value they gained from their experience would equate to a much needed economic value for the Tarkine as a unique eco-tourism destination. And that is where you come in! By Joining a Tarkine Trails walk, you are a supporting a business that was specifically designed to economically justify the Tarkines launch to National Park-World Heritage status. It's you that will carry the memory of its rich green forest and rolling button grass plains and you that will share your photos and stories with your friends and family. Our wish is simply that you are touched by its beauty and wildness and that you walk away feeling refreshed by the experience. We take pride in standing for a positive and pragmatic transition toward the Tarkines full protection. We intend that one day many years from now, that people can walk through its grand forests, swim in its wild rivers and savor the Tarkines richness and beauty, knowing that it's safe from harm. Beyond your personal experience of the Tarkine, your holiday powerfully assists the region to fulfill its potential as a world heritage area and an international rain forest icon. So join us for a walk in the Tarkine and together we can contribute to this wish becoming reality. Tasmanian
Wilderness Experiences Tasmanian
Expeditions Accommodated walks Maria
island walk- four days Freycinet
experience Cradle
huts- six days Bay
of fires walk - four days |