4 days in paradise on Maria Island

Over last weekend a group of 6 women plus 2 female guides spent a wonderful 4 days hiking on beautiful Maria Island.

I was fortunate enough to be able to join this trip, we hiked, skinny dipped in the cool Tasmanian waters, talked, laughed and ate wonderfully prepared gourmet meals along the way. Our guides worked so hard in making sure all of our needs were taken care of.

We walked about 35 kms over the 4 days through some amazing countryside, across the Isthmus, down to Haunted bay, past the Painted cliffs, along Fossil cliffs, wooded trails and finally into Darlington which has such a diverse and interesting history.  On the last night we stayed in beautiful Bernacchi House where another wonderful meal in great company was enjoyed.

 

I suppose I really should call this a Glamping trip, where we stayed in very comfortable standing tents in the wilderness and enjoyed the tranquility and beautiful scenery.

Congratulations to Jo for making the arduous journey to the top of Mt Bishop and Clerk. This was on her radar to do for some time and she was determined. Finally Jo and our guide Sarah arrived back after 5 hours to cheers from the rest of us. And what a feeling of accomplishment!

- signing off from Marika, Women's Own Adventure