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Hazards Beach - The Fastest Way to Wineglass Bay
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 echidnas 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 Coles Bay by boat from Hazards Beach or bushwalk via Hazards Circuit or Wineglass Bay Lookout routes.
Timetable
Departs Coles Bay
9:15am, 10:45am, 1:45pm, 3:00pm
Arrives/Departs Hazards Beach
9:45am, 11:15am, 2:15pm, 3:30pm
Arrives Coles Bay
10:30am, 11:45am, 2:45pm, 4:00pm
Bookings & Information
For bookings, please call our team
+61 3 6257 0355
info@freycinetaquaexpress.com.au
Pricing
One Way
Adults $75, Children $60 (3-16yrs)
Return Same Day
Adults $120, Children $100 (3-16yrs)
Cooks Beach - Bushwalker Camping
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.
For more information please view the Frecyinet overnight walker camping page of the Parks & Wildlife Service website.
There may be times when our boat may not be able to access Cooks Beach and in this case, you will need to be prepared to walk out to Hazards Beach.
Timetable
Coles Bay to Cooks Beach
Departs 9:15am, Arrives 10am
Cooks Beach to Coles Bay
Departs 10am, Arrives 10:15am
Bookings & Information
For bookings, please call our team
+61 3 6257 0355
info@freycinetaquaexpress.com.au
Pricing
One Way
Adults $85
Children $75 (3-16yrs)
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.
Camping
If you'd like to stay longer, there are some camp sites on Schouten Island however, these 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
Coles Bay to Schouten Island
Departs 12:00pm, Arrives 12:30pm
Schouten Island to Coles Bay
(For Campers)
Departs 12:30pm, Arrives 1:30pm
Schouten Island to Coles Bay
(For Day Trippers only)
Departs 4:30pm, Arrives 5:15pm
Bookings & Information
For bookings, please call our team
+61 3 6257 0355
info@freycinetaquaexpress.com.au
Pricing
One Way
Adults $100, Children $90 (3-16yrs)
Return Same Day
Adults $200, Children $180 (3-16yrs)
Departs From
Coles Bay Boat Ramp
Garnet Avenue
Coles Bay TAS 7215
Operates
Daily, except Christmas Day
Getting There
Freycinet Aqua Express departs from the Coles Bay Boat Ramp, Garnet Avenue, Coles Bay with Freycinet Lodge pick up available. Pre-bookings are recommended with last minute bookings welcome.
Guests are required to be at departure points 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure.
To get to Coles Bay from Hobart head north on the Tasman A3 Highway for 185kms (approx 2½hrs drive). From Launceston, head south on National Highway 1 onto Lake Leake B34 Highway (approx 2hrs drive).
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.
- 100% fee for cancellations within 48 hours of departure, 25% fee for cancellations within 7 days.
- 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.
- 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
