Blue Lake and Beyond: Craters to Coast Day Tour (min. 4)
- Mount Gambier
- Walking / Bike Tours
- Full-day Tours
- Special Experience
- Instagrammable Spot
- Natural Scenery
- Tour in English
Overview
Departure (Departure times may vary)
– Pick up from your Mount Gambier accommodation by 9am return by 4pm.
Itinerary
• Pick up from accommodation in Mt Gambier by 9am.
• Climb volcano 2km walk up and around rim of crater.
• Visit a giant sinkhole, Hells Hole.
• Drive to the coast and walk 1.4km coastal trail to Piccaninnie
• Ponds wetlands and onto the beach.
• Drive to the town of Port MacDonnell for lunch, between October and May lobster* can be ordered for lunch extra charge applies.
• Visit to a regenerative cool climate winery for a tasting.
• Back to accommodation via Blue Lake lookout.
*Local lobster for lunch, subject to availability – If you would like to order lobster for lunch there will be an extra charge please enquire upon booking between mid-October and May.
What’s included
Included
- Morning Tea & Lunch
- National Park Entrance Fees
- Wine tasting
- Pick up and drop off from your accommodation in Mt Gambier
Not included
- Optional lobster lunch upgrade (between mid-October and May).
- All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the item/s are at guests own cost.
Ages
Child rates apply to children aged 5-17 inclusive. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Children aged under 5 are free of charge with a paying adult however the child must be able to walk or be carried for up to 2km. There will be approximately 4km of walking in total over the day including a short steep incline.
How to use
After the booking is confirmed, we will send a confirmation to your email. On the day of the tour, please bring the confirmation and arrive at the meeting point at least 15-20 minutes prior to the tour time.
Please look for vehicles with "Walk the Limestone Coast" printed on them.
Good to know
Please note Minimum of 4 for tour to proceed, max 10. This tour is not a private charter unless a maximum of 8 passengers is reached by numbers in your group. This means you may be sharing the ride with others. Private charters are available on request, and the full capacity fare may be charged accordingly.
Weather – tour will be cancelled with extreme weather conditions – winds over 35km per hour, severe thunderstorms, temperature over 35 degrees. In the case of temperature over 35 degrees option will be given to depart earlier in the morning. With all other extreme conditions a full refund will be offered.
What to bring: Sense of adventure. Extra layers of warm clothes. Raincoat/wind protection layer. Comfortable walking shoes. Reusable water bottle. Hat, and sunscreen.
Fitness: There are uneven surfaces on the walking trails and a short steep incline and decline on the volcano walk. Suitable for moderate fitness levels.
Local lobster for lunch, subject to availability – If you would like to order lobster for lunch there will be an extra charge please enquire upon booking between mid-October and May.
What happens if there is a mishap during the walk? Your qualified day bushwalking leader carries a first aid kit, has first aid qualifications and will support you in the first instance of injury. An ambulance will be called if required, therefore it is highly recommended for walkers to have ambulance cover and personal travel insurance prior to commencing the tour.
We recommend that walkers obtain Travel Insurance that includes cover against cancellation for any reason, medical expenses or emergency repatriation, and personal liability, delayed flights, lost luggage and personal effects.
Should any ailments either exist at the time of booking, or arise before tour departure, the customer must inform Walk the Limestone Coast of these in writing. No liability shall attach to Walk the Limestone Coast for the provision of an unsuitable holiday for persons unfit for travel where disclosure of related physical or medical conditions have not been made directly with Walk the Limestone Coast.
It is a condition of booking with Walk the Limestone Coast that you complete a Medical Information and Acknowledgement of Risk form.
We recommend you do as much training as you can in the lead up to the walk to assist you focus on enjoying this walking experience to the full. A mixture of walking, swimming, cycling, yoga or pilates several times each week in the months prior to you walk will help you to be well placed to handle the terrain. It is very important that you bring the right equipment for the walk.
The attractions listed in this itinerary are for reference only. The actual attractions visited may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, force majeure, or other unforeseen circumstances. Please refer to the actual itinerary. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please communicate with your driver/guide promptly.
Please see Terms and Conditions for more information: https://walkthelimestonecoast.com.au/terms-amp-conditions/.
Disclaimer
After the product is successfully booked, we will send you a confirmation voucher. The main information about the reservation and the precautions for participation will be provided on the confirmation voucher. Please read it. If you do not have any feedback, we consider that you have read and know all the information on its confirmation.
As an intermediary agency, we are only responsible for making travel product reservations for tourists.
We recommend that tourists purchase travel insurance. Tourist product suppliers such as tourist attractions, hotels and transportation companies will be directly responsible for the quality, service and safety of travel products. We are not responsible for any safety issues with the products ordered.
In the event of an unexpected situation without insurance, we will only assist in handling it.
If the booking is forcibly cancelled due to the reasons of the travel product supplier, we will refund the full amount corresponding to the booking without additional compensation.
We will try our best to assist tourists to communicate and negotiate solutions with tourism product suppliers.
If your booking includes hotel accommodation, please note that check-in time at Australian hotels is generally 13:00-15:00. Specific check-in times vary by hotel, so please confirm your check-in time in advance. Early check-in is not recommended. If you need to check in early due to special circumstances, please note that early check-in fees may apply and must be negotiated and paid directly with the hotel.
We are not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of personal belongings during the tour. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the tour if conditions do not permit. An alternative will be provided if possible. It is the traveler's responsibility to ensure we have accurate information: airline and airport dates and times; correct travel dates with the correct codes; the traveler's age, etc. Please notify us immediately of any changes.
We are not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage, valuables, or personal belongings carried during the tour. We are not liable for any illness, injury, or death resulting from the deterioration of any traveler's health condition. By booking this tour, the traveler agrees to the policies outlined herein and accepts that all activities involve some risk, and the traveler will not hold our company, its employees, or subcontractors liable for any injury or loss suffered by the traveler or to the traveler's property. For your safety, when participating in indoor or outdoor activities with inherent risks (such as swimming, rafting, diving, skiing, ice skating, snow play, skydiving, etc.), please ensure you fully understand the weather conditions, your personal physical condition, and relevant announcements and advice from professional organizations before proceeding.
Visitors should pay attention to their physical condition. Those with heart disease, high blood pressure, colds, fever, or who are intoxicated should exercise caution when participating in activities or follow medical advice. If you feel unwell, please stop the activity immediately and seek assistance from on-site staff.
When visiting attractions or participating in activities, please strictly adhere to the instructions provided by the venue or staff. Ensure you fully understand the associated risks (refer to venue announcements or the safety waiver required for signature for specific details), cooperate as required to implement appropriate safety precautions, and strictly refrain from engaging in any dangerous behaviors during the activity.
The wildlife sightseeing listed in the itinerary refers to wild animals. They move freely and are not under human control; seeing them is not guaranteed on every trip. No refunds or cancellations will be arranged for those who do not see wildlife.
No refunds will be issued for missed trips due to the visitor's own subjective reasons.
The tour duration is only an approximation. If the tour ends early, it may be due to weather conditions requiring an earlier conclusion.
Due to weather, traffic, and other reasons, we reserve the right to change the itinerary. The order of the itinerary may be adjusted; please refer to the actual itinerary.
No show: Ticket holders who 'no show' without prior cancellation or notification are not eligible for a refund.
Multi-day tours are all group tours for individual travelers. Driver and guide arrangements will be made according to the itinerary and travel conditions, and may change daily. Final departure and driver/guide information will be provided by the tour operator.
For products with airport transfers: Airport transfers are arranged uniformly and will not be based on different flight times. Thank you for your understanding.
Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. By completing your booking, you agree to all the above terms and conditions.
