TASMANIAN WALKING COMPANY LAUNCHES ITS EXTRAORDINARY WALK+ COLLECTION

Tasmanian Walking Company is excited to announce the official launch its 2022/23 Walk+ Collection. In collaboration with some of Australia’s most inspirational leaders the program has been designed for adventurous walkers looking to embark on unparalleled experiences in the heart of nature. Offering a creative twist to complement the market leader’s existing walks, the collection features wellness, personal development, art, birding, live music, and culinary walks. 

Heath Garratt, General Manager, Tasmanian Walking Company said, “Our walks consistently attract global interest from guests looking to make their next adventure truly extraordinary. Our new Walk+ collection is a unique approach to experiencing Tasmania’s hidden gems and the current demand exhibited for our walks gives us great confidence in these new and unique itineraries”.

Bruny Island Long Weekend and Fat Pig Farm Feast

This farm to table experience is perfect for adventurous foodies seeking an inspirational journey of Tassie’s local produce. The Bruny Island Long Weekend and Fat Pig Farm Feast combines a three-day island walk with a Farm Feast at Matthew Evans and Sadie Chrestman's Fat Pig Farm in the Huon Valley. Walkers will be treated to coastal walks, forest glamping and local culinary delights from a gourmet long lunch at the farm to fresh oyster shucking straight from the ocean.  

Matthew Evans, Fat Pig Farm Owner said, “At Fat Pig Farm we’re thrilled to share our passion for nature, soil, and good food with the mob from Tasmanian Walking Company.  Our long lunch Farm Feasts are the perfect preparation before guests’ head over to Bruny Island for a long weekend. We really see how inspired travellers become on these trips, they’re curious and adventurous, not just at the table, but as they walk the farm with us and discover the magnificence and wonder of southern Tassie”.

https://www.taswalkingco.com.au/bruny-island-long-weekend-fat-pig-farm/

Sacred Geography with Sarah Bachelard - A Pilgrimage Without and Within

Experience one of Australia’s most beautiful tracks in a spirit of pilgrimage with theologian and spiritual director Sarah Bachelard who will lead walkers across this ancient landscape. This journey of the iconic overland track is an opportunity to reconnect body, soul and spirit deepened by the lived experience of sacred geography and listening to the land.

Cradle Mountain Huts Walk is a six-day walk along the iconic Overland Track, retreating each evening to the comfort of the only private accommodation along the trail.

Sarah Bachelard said, “I love this landscape and being wholly immersed in it. This is a walk that takes you right away from the routines of daily life, opens you to beauty and renews perspective. It would be good to have your company on the way!”

https://www.taswalkingco.com.au/overland-track-with-Sarah-Bachelard/

Live Music Walks with Emily Sanzaro

Walk breathtaking Bay of Fires and experience the ultimate cliff top dinner party complete with an interactive live performance by avant-garde Tasmanian Harpist, Emily Sanzaro. Emily is a contemporary harpist, vocalist, violinist & electronic loop artist based in Launceston and is celebrated for her original compositions and experimentation with percussive techniques, electronic effects, and looping.

The Bay of Fires Lodge Walk is an all-inclusive four-day walk along the pristine east coast of Tasmania and staying at award winning Bay of Fires Lodge.

Emily Sanzaro said, “I'm hoping to create an unforgettable shared experience with guests as we go on a musical journey which is deeply personal to me.  I will be showcasing my unique solo practice with harp, voice, violin, and loop station to create a performance taking you to places you don't expect.  I'm very much looking forward to surprising guests with what I do and creating an entertaining, fun, and emotional encounter as we share the incredible place and time together at Bay of Fires”.

https://www.taswalkingco.com.au/bay-of-fires-live-music-walk-with-emily-sanzaro/

Other Walk+ Collection Experiences:

• Three Capes Nature and Night Photography with Luke Tscharke
• Three Capes Wild Wellness Walk featuring the Wim Hof Method
• Bay of Fires Yoga Retreat with Trisha Dunn
• Bay of Fires Art retreat with Tasmanian artist Jock Young
• Wine Glass Bay Sail Walk and Freycinet Lodge Experience
• Bay of Fires and Barnbougle Golf Links Stay
• Bruny Island Inala Birding Long Weekend

For bookings and further information on the Walk+ experiences visit: https://www.taswalkingco.com.au/extraordinary/special-interest/

ABOUT TWC

Tasmanian Walking Company is passionate about showcasing Tasmania’s beautiful national parks and delivering experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime. Operating for 35 years, TWC has the privilege of owning the only private hut accommodation along the Overland Track with its Cradle Mountain Huts Walk and the only private lodges in the Tasman National Park with its Three Capes Lodge Walk. TWC’s collection of walks also includes Bay of Fires Lodge Walk bordering Mount William National Park, Bruny Island Long Weekend and Wineglass Bay Sail Walk, which operates the 72-foot ketch, Lady Eugenie. TWC has four of the twelve Great Walks of Australia and is a recognised leader in environmental travel practices winning numerous national tourism awards. TWC was inducted into the hall of fame at the Qantas National Tourism Awards as Australia’s best eco-tourism operator. 
 

For media enquiries:

Kirsty Aitken

PR Consultant – Tasmanian Walking Company

Kirsty@taswalkingco.com.au