Under Down Under Tours: Heartlands Odyssey
A Hobart-based Tasmanian operator with nearly 30 years of experience, this Advanced Eco-accredited company delivers expertly guided small-group journeys into Tasmania’s wildest regions. Discover the remote and rugged heartland of the Central Plateau on this four-day guided experience, featuring breathtaking alpine landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and rich natural history. Enjoy an immersive wilderness escape balanced with comfort and warmth at Thousand Lakes Lodge. Ideal for walkers, wildlife enthusiasts, and travellers seeking a quiet connection with nature, this journey offers a rare window into one of Tasmania’s most extraordinary regions, complete with the opportunity to experience the brilliance of Tasmania’s dark, star-filled skies.
AdventureNational parksWalking & hikingWildlife & natureSee what's included
- Explore the Central Plateau – Walk through sub-alpine moorlands, glacial tarns, and dramatic highland landscapes
- Stargazing under Dark Sky Reserve – Marvel at Tasmania’s pristine night skies, with a chance to see the Southern Lights
- Stay at Thousand Lakes Lodge – Enjoy alpine comfort, hearty meals, and a cosy atmosphere in a remote wilderness setting
- Visit The Steppes – Learn about the region’s pastoral history and explore the sculpture trail and interpretive displays
- Wildlife spotting – Look out for wombats, wallabies, quolls, Tasmanian devils, and abundant birdlife
- Meals included: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Small Group Escorted Tours
This suggested tour costs from AUD$2,495 per person (twin share, low season)
Starts in Hobart, finishes in Hobart
4 days/3 nights
Boutique Lodges & Hotels
Pre and post tour options? YES
Viewed 23 times in the last 7 days
AUD$2,495
Day 1 - Into the Heartlands
Discover Tasmania’s remote and rugged heartland on this adventure through the Central Plateau. Surrounded by alpine landscapes, unique wildlife, and rich natural history, you’ll enjoy an immersive wilderness experience complemented by the comfort and warmth of Thousand Lakes Lodge. Whether you’re a walker, wildlife enthusiast, or simply seeking a deeper connection with nature, this journey offers a rare glimpse into one of Tasmania’s most extraordinary regions, complete with dazzling, star-filled night skies.
To begin exploring the Heartlands we will travel north via historic Bothwell to Waddamana, Tasmania’s first hydro-electric power station. Enjoy a picnic lunch en-route through the high country to Miena, then Lake Augusta. Arriving at Thousand Lakes Lodge early afternoon, settle in and take a gentle alpine walk before a delicious dinner in the cosy dining room. This evening, unwind in the lounge and savour the peace and solitude of Tasmania’s Central Plateau Highlands.
Your accommodation: Thousand Lakes Lodge (or similar)
Escape to the heart of Tasmania’s Central Plateau at Thousand Lakes Lodge, a remote wilderness retreat offering comfort, warmth, and breathtaking alpine views. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers seeking tranquillity and connection with the wild.
Day 2 - Alpine Wilderness Exploration
Today, explore the Central Plateau Conservation Area, a wild landscape of sub-alpine moorlands, glacial tarns, and windswept ridges. Choose from guided or self-guided walks to places like Allisons Hut, Lake Ada, or Ibbott’s Hut. Learn about the region’s glacial history and spot native wildlife such as wombats, quolls, wallabies, and Tasmanian devils, along with abundant birdlife. After a day of discovery, enjoy a hearty lodge meal and stargaze under Tasmania’s Dark Sky Reserve, perhaps even glimpsing the Southern Lights.
Your accommodation: Thousand Lakes Lodge (or similar)
Escape to the heart of Tasmania’s Central Plateau at Thousand Lakes Lodge, a remote wilderness retreat offering comfort, warmth, and breathtaking alpine views. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers seeking tranquillity and connection with the wild.Day 3 - Wild Landscapes and Wildlife Watching
Spend your second day on the plateau exploring more of this rugged alpine landscape. Walk to a remote hut, follow glacier-carved lakeshores, or simply soak in the stillness. With shifting light and weather, it’s perfect for photography and quiet reflection. Wildlife sightings are possible, especially in the calm of morning or evening. The lodge offers a cosy retreat with warm lounges, local wines, and hearty meals. After dinner, step outside to savour the pristine night sky and peaceful solitude.
Your accommodation: Thousand Lakes Lodge (or similar)
Escape to the heart of Tasmania’s Central Plateau at Thousand Lakes Lodge, a remote wilderness retreat offering comfort, warmth, and breathtaking alpine views. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers seeking tranquillity and connection with the wild.Day 4 - Farewell to the Plateau
On your final morning, consider taking an early stroll to search for a platypus before breakfast. After checking out, we make our way back towards Hobart, stopping at The Steppes, a heritage site that reflects the region’s high-country sheep grazing past and features a sculpture trail and interpretive displays. As we descend from the plateau, the expansive alpine landscape gives way to fertile lowlands. We arrive back in Hobart by approximately 1:00pm, with drop-off available at city hotels or direct transfer to the airport if needed.
Departure dates and prices
Under Down Under Tours: Heartlands Odyssey
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Feb 23, 2026
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Mar 2, 2026
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Mar 30, 2026
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Nov 2, 2026
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Nov 9, 2026
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Nov 16, 2026
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Nov 23, 2026
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Nov 30, 2026
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Dec 7, 2026
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