After all the planning and preparation the wait is finally over. On arrival in Hobart we will be met by our local World Expeditions experienced guide for a full trip and safety briefing discussing all aspects of your journey. This is a great time to ask any questions you may have about the program. We then drive up Pinnacle Road on the Kunanyi Summit to the top of Mount Wellington overlooking the city. This offers us wonderful views back over the city. We have the opportunity to explore some of the short walks around the summit and learn of the origins of Hobart as well as how the area became National Parklands. Clear, fresh mountain water from the North West Bay River catchment on the south-east face of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington provides a quarter of Hobart's drinking water supply, and the original Mountain Park was first set aside to protect this precious resource. We then check into our accommodation before heading out to meet one the the traditional ladies from NITA education, as we join her for an official welcome to country. Overnight Lea Scout Centre

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Today we rise for breakfast before heading to the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, a small social enterprise that works tirelessly to protect animals that went extinct in other parts of Australia long ago. Among them are four marsupials that can only be found in Tasmania and nowhere else in the world - the Tasmanian devil, the eastern quoll, the Tasmanian pademelon and the Tasmanian bettong. In addition we can find Koalas, Kangaroos, Wombats and other loveable creatures. We have the chance to get up close to some of Tasmania's much-loved locals and endangered animals as we join in a workshop to see behind the scenes the fantastic work being done to help and provide safety and care to injured wildlife. After lunch we head out to the world class MONA art museum located on the Berriedale peninsula. MONA is a an incredibly interactive museum with surprises to challenge and surprise you around every corner! Everything from the setting of the architecture to the artwork is special and demands your attention and insight. With rolling world class exhibitions MONA is sure to encourage discussion surrounding many topics. We then return to our accommodation for the night at the wonderful Lea Scout Centre set in wilderness surrounds. Today students will organise and pay for their own lunch. Overnight Lea Scout Centre

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One in five Tasmanian adults are classified as severely food insecure, meaning they haven’t had enough to eat in the last year. On top of this, there are 26,000 children also classified as being severely food insecure. We will join forces with a local NGO whose mission is to support people in need with food relief. There will be a variety of roles that the students will be involved in including stacking and packing in the Hobart warehouse as well as working with local producers and schools. The organization currently helps over 21,200 people every month and provides food and grocery relief to 2,844 front-line charities and 3,379 school breakfast programs to help feed people in need. This afternoon after our work we have the opportunity for some downtime and rest before a well earned meal. Overnight Lea Scout Centre

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This morning we will rise early and head to the Tasman Peninsular to complete a stunning bushwalk to Waterfall Bay. The walk is located on the Tasman Peninsula along wild clifftops, looking out over the Tasman Sea to the east. It is a stunning and gentle walk. Looking south, you will see Tasman Island. After Tasman Island only three thousand kilometres of the Great Southern Ocean is between you and Antarctica. The area is quite remote and often we will be the only people out here amongst the abundant flora and fauna. There are a number of lookouts we can stop at to gain incredible views, one of the reasons this area is considered some of the best clifftop and coastal walking in the world. Overnight NRMA Port Arthur

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Over the next two days we will learn all about the local indigenous culture. After breakfast we join the local NITA Education team, a Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural group of educators. During our cultural awareness program we will learn about the culture, history and heritage of their people. Nita Education is creating awareness of how Aboriginal ancestors cared for Country and is inspiring students to discover more about sustainability. The program is a hands on activity based program featuring elements of music, hunting and gathering, history, dance and bush tucker. Tasmanian Aboriginal People have lived in Tasmania for over 42,500 years, for more than 2000 generations. Much of the program occurs down on the beach weather dependant. Students will learn how their ancestors cared for the land, and in return it cared for them. Overnight NRMA Port Arthur

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Today will will join with a local NGO to complete a service day helping the local community and environment as part of our regenerative travel program. The actual tasks we complete will be determined closer to our departure depending on what the local community and environment require. We then head back in time and explore the Port Arthur historical site on foot with access to more than 30 historic buildings, ruins, restored houses, heritage gardens and walking trails. UNESCO have described the former convict settlement as one of "the best surviving examples of large-scale convict transportation and the colonial expansion of European powers through the presence and labour of convicts." This afternoon we head to Coles Bay, an area that offers fantastic fun adventure activities and has immense beauty all of its own, sitting beneath the pink-granite peaks of the Hazards range and overlooking serene Great Oyster Bay. The area is a haven for wildlife, with good chances of spying pademelons, echidnas, wombats, white-bellied sea eagles and wallabies. Overnight Iluka Bay Park

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Today will see you taking on two exciting challenges. Depending on our group size we will split into 2 groups and rotate through the days activities. You will rendezvous with our rock climbing instructor who will teach you basic skills and help you attempt climbs that are suitable to your level of competency. This session will be within Freycinet National Park and conducted by a qualified professional. After Lunch you will leave the ropes behind and we will head to the small town Coles Bay, during which we will get our first glimpse of the areas brooding mountains which make up the Hazard range. Here we will meet our kayaking guides who will take us on the tranquil waters of the national park gaining impressive views of our surroundings. From the water, kayaking offers remarkable views of otherwise hard-to-access beaches and the Hazards. Overnight Iluka Bay Park

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Today we bid farewell to the stunning Freycinet beaches and turn inland, stopping along the way in the historic Campbell town. On arrival in Launceston we can check into our hotel and prepare for the afternoons service program with a local charity which will be determined closer to the time. Tonight students will choose and pay for their own dinner. Overnight Penny Royal Hotel

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Departing Launceston, we first head to the Mole Creek Caves. We will have a private tour through one of the caves and learn all about the fascinating and uniquely fragile world of stalactites and stalagmites, sparkling crystals, reflection pools, delicate formations and colours. The climate inside the caves never changes, it's always 9 degrees year round, so dress warmly. After lunch we make our way by bus up to the stunning and iconic Cradle Mountain National Park. Overnight Waldeim Cabins

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Today we are spoilt for choice with a number of awe-inspiring walks we can join. If weather permits the main objective for the day is to walk around Dove Lake, a picturesque lake directly beneath Cradle Mountain. The 6km track is one of the top walks in the park and has people travel to Tasmania to complete from al over the world. The walk takes you through some of Tasmania's special vegetation, like button grass, myrtle, sassafras, fagus, King Billy pine and magnificent rainforest. Alternatively, we can explore the ancient rain forests and stunning views of Marion’s Lookout, Crater Lake or Hanson’s Peak, amongst many others. Overnight Overnight Waldeim Cabins

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This morning we wake in our stunning location near Cradle Mountain and enjoy breakfast with the mountains in the background. We slowly pack and have time to reflect on our adventure before we start to make our way back to Launceston. On route we will stop at an award winning dairy farm to enjoy their world famous ice cream, a little piece of Tasmanian history! We continue to make our way to Launceston heading to the airport for our flight to Melbourne. Fly to Melbourne.

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