Top Coles Bay Outdoor Activities

Set out from Coles Bay on a half-day cruise across the clear waters of Wineglass Bay, an easy way to experience the highlights of Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula from the water in just a few hours—including spots hard to reach by land. Sail past white-sand beaches and dramatic granite cliffs while taking in the area’s coastal scenery, with the option to upgrade and enjoy a freshly prepared onboard lunch. As you cruise, keep watch for local wildlife such as dolphins, sea eagles, and migrating humpback whales (depending on the season).

Freycinet Bay National Park is renowned for its pristine white beaches and rugged, pink granite peaks. On this small-group tour, explore the park’s natural wonders on a guided one-way walk to Wineglass Bay Beach, Hazards Beach, and other beautiful lookouts. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, stop for morning tea in Wineglass Bay, and enjoy lunch on the beach before traveling back to the starting point by boat.

Freycinet Aqua Express is the fastest and easiest way to Wineglass Bay. Most explore this iconic spot via a challenging bushwalk. Freycinet Aqua Express offers a return coastal transfer with easy bushwalk to Wineglass Bay where you can relax taking in the white sands and crystal clear waters. Be sure to pack your beach gear and a picnic to unwind on the pristine beach before walking back to meet the boat to take you back to Coles Bay. The half day option departs Coles Bay at 10.45am and arrives at Hazards Beach at 11.15am. Expected time to bushwalk to Wineglass Bay is 30 minutes. Freycinet Aqua Express will meet you at Hazards Beach at 2.15 for the transfer back to Coles Bay. We recommend starting to walk back to Hazards Beach by 1.30pm. Full day option departs Coles Bay at 9.15am, and arrives at Hazards Beach at 9.45am. Expected time to bushwalk to Wineglass Bay is 30 minutes. Pick up is at Hazards Beach at 3.30pm. Please start walking back to Hazards Beach by 2.45pm.