Scenic Flights
> South West
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Beach landing
at Cox Bight
Standard South West Scenic Flight Overview
Flight Time:
Approximately 2 hours, plus 30 minutes on the ground at Cox Bight or
Melalueca.
Cost: $298.00 per person (minimum
2 people).
Deluxe South West Scenic Flight Overview
Flight Time:
Approximately 2 hours, plus 90 minutes on the ground at Melalueca.
Cost: $395.00 per person (minimum
2 people). Includes gourmet hamper.
Flight Description
The South West Extended scenic flight departs Hobart to fly over the
Derwent Estuary and along the D'Entrecastreaux Channel where brilliant
blue waters separate the white, sandy beaches of Bruny Island
and the Tasmanian mainland.
You pass over the mouth of the Huon River and past Southport Lagoon
and on to Cockle Creek. From here you will see South East Cape,
the southern-most point of Australia, and the harsh South Coast. The
cliffs and rock features in this area have been carved by thousands
of years of the inclement weather that is typical of the southwest.
Bathurst Harbour and Mt. Rugby
(click to enlarge)
In contrast is the beach of Prion Bay and the New River Lagoon, as well
as the Ironbound Range, a challenge to bush walkers. Then we
turn to Cox Bight for a beach landing if conditions are suitable.
If not, we will fly a few miles inland to the Melalueca airstrip
(at Bathurst Habour) where light refreshments will be served.
Refreshments at Melalueca
(click to enlarge)
After a short break to take in the remoteness of it all, the flight
resumes to take in the beauty of Bathurst Harbour and the unforgettable
views of Federation Peak and the Western Arthur Ranges.
With sheer cliffs and numerous lakes, this is some of the most stunning
scenery in Australia.
Federation
Peak
(click to enlarge)
The flight then heads north along the Eastern Arthur Range towards Lake
Pedder, and the stark contrast of Mount Anne's rocky peak. From
there you will see wild river valleys on your way back to Hobart city
where you will see Mount Wellington from a completely different
perspective. From Hobart city we fly over the Derwent River and return
to Hobart Airport where your journey commenced.
Mount Anne
(click to enlarge)
The Deluxe South West Scenic includes an extended time on the ground
for a guided tour of the historic alluvial tin mine and Denny King's house
and a visit to the bird hide to view the endangered Orange Bellied Parrot.
In addition we will be offering a quality Tasmanian food platter including
smoked salmon, a selection of King Island cheeses and
Meadowbank quality red or white wines.
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