Coles Bay to Cooks Beach

Cooks Beach is a popular camping spot for bushwalkers undertaking the Freycinet Peninsula Circuit walk. We provide a daily transfer service for bushwalkers travelling to/from Cooks Beach.

Here you can enjoy a peaceful and remote camping experience with only a small number of campsites. It is not possible to reserve a camp site, and there's no guarantees a spot will be available when you arrive. There are toilets at Cooks Beach but otherwise you must be fully self-sufficient and prepared for camping in a remote environment.

Guests should ensure they are waiting at the departure point 15 minutes prior to departure.
Itinerary

Departs Coles Bay 9:15am
Pickup Freycinet Lodge 9:20am
Drop off Cooks Beach 10:00am.
Things You Need to Know

A Parks Pass is required to access the Freycinet National Park. It is the guest's responsibility to organise their Parks Pass for their visit. These can be purchased via https://passes.parks.tas.gov.au
We provide the aqua taxi service only. Guests are fully responsible for their activities, safety and time spent within Freycinet National Park.
Ensure you are wearing suitable clothing and footwear for bushwalking in an environment where conditions can change.
Be sure to pack sunscreen, water, food and beach gear.
Guests are limited to one bag or backpack per person.
We will provide a full refund if we cancel the service due to weather. We reserve the right to cancel or vary any trip and will incur no liability for any such cancellation or alteration.
There may be times when our boat may not be able to access Cooks Beach and in this case we may need to drop off at Hazards Beach as an alternative.
The boat gets you close to the beach, however, you may get wet feet as you step onto shore.
We have no age or height restrictions.
We don't cancel bookings due to low numbers.
Visit https://www.parks.tas.gov.au for more information on Freycinet National Park including bushwalking and camping options.
Bookings are subject to our terms and conditions which can be viewed at https://www.pwj.com.au/terms

Coles Bay to Schouten Island - A Remote Island Escape

With no human habitation and accessible only by boat, Schouten Island is a tranquil sanctuary well worth exploring.

If you'd like to stay on Schouten Island, there are some camp sites which operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. It is not possible to reserve a camp site and there's no guarantee a spot will be available when you arrive. It's really important to ensure you are fully prepared for camping in a remote environment with all necessary supplies because there are no facilities available on the island.
Timetable

12:00pm Depart Coles Bay
12:05pm Pick Up Freycinet Lodge
12:30pm Arrive Schouten Island

Guests should ensure they are waiting at the departure point 15 minutes prior to departure.
Things You Need to Know

A Parks Pass is required to access the Freycinet National Park. It is the guest's responsibility to organise their Parks Pass for their visit. These can be purchased via https://passes.parks.tas.gov.au
We provide the aqua taxi service only. Guests are fully responsible for their activities, safety and time spent within Freycinet National Park.
Ensure you are wearing suitable clothing and footwear for bushwalking in an environment where conditions can change.
Be sure to pack sunscreen, water, food and beach gear.
Guests are limited to one bag or backpack per person.
We will provide a full refund if we cancel the service due to weather. We reserve the right to cancel or vary any trip and will incur no liability for any such cancellation or alteration.
There may be times when it is not possible for us to get to Schouten Island due to weather conditions or operational limitations. Guests should be prepared with additional supplies in the event you cannot leave the island when originally planned.
The boat gets you close to the beach, however, you may get wet feet as you step onto shore.
We have no age or height restrictions.
We don't cancel bookings due to low numbers.
Visit https://www.parks.tas.gov.au for more information on Freycinet National Park including bushwalking and camping options.
Bookings are subject to our terms and conditions which can be viewed at https://www.pwj.com.au/terms

Freycinet Aqua Express is the fastest and easiest way to Wineglass Bay Beach. Cruise and walk in just one hour.

Most explore this iconic spot via the challenging 3km Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk, complete with over 1,300 steep stairs one way. Enjoy the beauty of Freycinet not just by foot, but by water. Freycinet Aqua Express allows you to tailor your journey, offering a return coastal transfer with an easy bushwalk so you can experience one of Tasmania's most iconic natural locations.

Enjoy a scenic 30-minute cruise along the striking granite coastline of Great Oyster Bay, while our local guides share fascinating stories about the area's history and wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for seals, seabirds, dolphins and even migrating whales who might pop up to say hi!

Upon landing at Hazards Beach, it is a gentle 2-kilometre bushwalk along the Isthmus Track to Wineglass Bay. This 30-minute walk takes you through classic Australian bushland, where you'll have a chance to spot native flora and fauna along the well-marked trail. Keep a lookout for friendly echidna and wallabies as you make your way to the soft white sands and crystal-clear waters of Wineglass Bay.

Be sure to pack your beach gear and a picnic. We recommend taking a few hours to unwind on the pristine beach and dip your toes in the sparkling sea before heading back to Hazards Beach where you'll be picked up and taken back to Coles Bay.
Itinerary

9:15am Depart Coles Bay
9:45am Drop off at Hazards Beach
3:30pm Pickup Hazards Beach
4:00pm Arrive Coles Bay

Freycinet Aqua Express is the fastest and easiest way to Wineglass Bay Beach. Cruise and walk in just one hour.

Most explore this iconic spot via the challenging 3km Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk, complete with over 1,300 steep stairs one way. Enjoy the beauty of Freycinet not just by foot, but by water. Freycinet Aqua Express allows you to tailor your journey, offering a return coastal transfer with an easy bushwalk so you can experience one of Tasmania's most iconic natural locations.

Enjoy a scenic 30-minute cruise along the striking granite coastline of Great Oyster Bay, while our local guides share fascinating stories about the area's history and wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for seals, seabirds, dolphins and even migrating whales who might pop up to say hi!

Upon landing at Hazards Beach, it is a gentle 2-kilometre bushwalk along the Isthmus Track to Wineglass Bay. This 30-minute walk takes you through classic Australian bushland, where you'll have a chance to spot native flora and fauna along the well-marked trail. Keep a lookout for friendly echidna and wallabies as you make your way to the soft white sands and crystal-clear waters of Wineglass Bay.

Be sure to pack your beach gear and a picnic. We recommend taking a few hours to unwind on the pristine beach and dip your toes in the sparkling sea before heading back to Hazards Beach where you'll be picked up and taken back to Coles Bay.
Itinerary

10:45am Depart Coles Bay
11:15am Drop off Hazards Beach

2:15pm Pickup Hazards Beach
2:45pm Arrive Coles Bay

Schouten Island - A Perfect Half Day Escape

For day trippers, Schouten Island's secluded Crocketts Beach offers an ideal half-day adventure.

We disembark directly onto the pristine white sands, where you can relax or explore. Bring your snorkel to explore the calm, crystal-clear waters, or enjoy a peaceful beach day.

For those seeking adventure, a short one-hour return hike to Bear Hill provides stunning views of the Freycinet Peninsula. With no human habitation and accessible only by boat, Schouten Island is a tranquil sanctuary well worth exploring.
Itinerary

12:00pm Departs Coles Bay
12:30pm Arrives Crocketts Beach, Schouten Island
4:30pm Departs Schouten Island
5:15pm Arrives Coles Bay