Walls of Jerusalem Circuit

Land Tour

6 days

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Walls of Jerusalem Circuit
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$AUD 483 per day

Departure: Launceston, Australia

Arrival: Launceston, Australia

Adventure

Visit Tasmania's only true alpine National Park, the Walls of Jerusalem, on this six day full-pack bushwalking expedition.
This area showcases spectacular mountain scenery, pristine wilderness, and rare and wonderful endemic flora and fauna. We start in the south of the National Park, bushwalking up onto the Plateau to our grassy camp nestled by Lake Myrtle. From here we can choose to summit Mt Ragoona which provides impressive views over the southern wilderness of the famous Overland Track and the headwaters of the mighty Mersey River and its Never Never region. The trek continues through remote alpine herb fields and highland lake country, sidling Lake Adelaide, and Lake Meston and to name a few. In the northern confines of the park we base camp at Wild Dog Creek and spend two days exploring the surrounding peaks and valleys of the Central Walls region. There is an option to summit King Davids Peak (1499m), one of Tasmania's highest peaks, as well as walks up Mt Jerusalem, The Temple, and Solomons Throne.
This National Park offers majestic, spellbinding landscape paired with world-class walking opportunities. Join us in exploring Tasmania's captivating and unforgettable Walls of Jerusalem.
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2 professional wilderness guides
5 nights camping
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners, snacks and hot drinks
Transport by private minibus
National Park fees
Tent, backpack and gaiters
Sleeping bag, inner sheet and inflatable sleeping mat
Emergency communications and group first aid kit
Hightlights
Discover a magnificent alpine area that is only accessible by foot
Spectacular campsite locations including two nights spent at a remote base camp
The opportunity to summit numerous peaks and the views gained as a reward for our effort
Abundant wildlife and stunning endemic wildflowers
Delicious evening meals cooked by your wilderness guides
Majestic stands of thousand year old pencil pines, and sparkling lakes as far as the eye can see

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Itinerary
Day 1 - Transfer Launceston to Lake Rowallan, walk to Lake Myrtle
We pick you up early this morning in Launceston, from one of our two pick up locations. Our first pick up point is at 7:15am from the Grand Chancellor and our second pick up point is at 7:30am at the Penny Royal. You will then be transferred to the Walls of Jerusalem National Park entry point. Carrying our full backpacks into this magnificent highland area will provide us with a challenge, but with plenty of encouragement from our guides as well as snacks and rest stops, the climb is achievable and well worth it. Our trek will take us up onto the central plateau conservation area through forests and button grass plains, past Lake Bill and on until we reach our stunning campsite on the northern shores of beautiful Lake Myrtle. This beautiful camp site is a highlight of the day: a natural grassy meadow manicured to perfection by the resident wildlife. Settling in for the evening we enjoy a hearty meal whilst gazing upon the majestic view of Mt Rogoona's sheer cliffs rising high above the lake.
Walking Distance: 7km | Walking Time: 6 hours.
*You will need to arrive in Launceston the day before your trip, ensuring that you arrive in time to attend the 12:00pm pre-trip briefing.
Day 2 - Lake Myrtle to Lake Meston
After a warm breakfast we strike camp and continue on past the shores of Lake Myrtle, through alpine vegetation and around the base of Mt Rogoona. Time and weather will dictate whether we choose to attempt a summit of this superbly situated peak. Now that we are on the plateau our walking is gently undulating, and the low alpine scrub gives us wide views in all directions. Continuing on down the other side of the saddle, we zig zag through myrtle rainforest until we reach our second campsite at Lake Meston - depending on time you may hike to the northern campsite or stay by the historical hut the base of the saddle; these huts are a common feature in the Tasmanian wilderness and are treated respectfully as historical artifacts. The stories behind the huts are always fascinating and your guides delight in sharing them with you. Our camp tonight overlooking the lake is, again, magnificent.
Walking Distance: 7km + side trips | Walking Time : 4-6 hours
Day 3 - Lake Meston to Lake Adelaide
This morning we break camp and say farewell to the stunning Lake Meston. We quickly pick up a trail that skirts around the edge of Lake Adelaide, ducking through thick rainforest vegetation and popping out at great spots to view the lake. Today you can keep an eye out for the elusive platypus as you work your way around the eastern edge of the lake. We will camp at Lake Adelaide tonight, where there are new bathroom facilities available.
Walking Distance: 7km | Walking Time: Up 5 hours
Day 4 - Lake Adelaide to Wild Dog Creek
After packing up camp we continue following the lake shore and move east towards Lake Ball and the Walls of Jerusalem tracks. Here we begin our entrance into the heart of the National Park. We trek past glacial tarns and alpine herb fields, with the mighty peaks of the central Walls coming into view. We will have lunch at the awe inspiring Dixons Kingdom before heading on towards camp. This comfortable camp at Wild Dog Creek will be our base for the next two nights. After lunch we have the possibility of climbing Mt Jerusalem. On a clear day the views from Mt Jerusalem stretch across the central highlands where you will see why the area is referred to as the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes'. Our return route to base camp either takes us through the Gate of the Chain or the Golden Gate. Either way spectacular sub-alpine scenery awaits.
Walking distance: 14km | Walking Time: 7-8 hours
Day 5 - Central Walls of Jerusalem
Today is another bushwalker's dream. After breakfast at our scenic camp, we continue to explore this alpine paradise carrying just day packs. We can climb Solomons Throne from where we have an excellent view of the area we walked on the previous day. From here we head south and enjoy yet more of the lakes, tarns, forests and open grass lands that make this such a superb and pristine walking location. For those that are keen there are more opportunities to climb the surrounding peaks such as The Temple and King Davids Peak.
Our last night is spent enjoying the serenity of the Tasmanian Alpine environment from our comfortable camp.
Walking Distance 8-12km | Walking Time 6-8 hours
Day 6 - Wild Dog Creek to Mersey Valley, transfer to Launceston
This morning we bid farewell to this truly outstanding part of Tasmania's World Heritage Area and begin our walk off the plateau. We meander past the sparkling tarns of Solomons Jewels, descend steeply through tall eucalyptus forests filled with melodious bird call, and stop for a rest at the old Trappers Hut. The last section of gentle downhill track gives us time to reflect on the last six days of outstanding bushwalking.
Just before lunch we meet up with our Tasmanian Expeditions transfer bus and driver. Shrugging off our trusty backpacks, we board the bus and cruise to the village of Mole Creek for a celebratory pub lunch together. Congratulations on completing one of Tasmania's most magnificent and unforgettable wilderness walks! We will return to Launceston by approximately 3.30pm, our two drop-off points in Launceston are the Grand Chancellor and the Penny Royal.
Walking Distance: 6km | Walking Time: 3 hours
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