Everything you need to know before you walk the Overland Track

One of the world’s greatest wilderness walks is in our backyard: here’s what to expect when walking the Overland Track through the heart of Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

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Two new luxury retreats have opened in Cradle Mountain National Park. Here’s what we know so far.

Forget overwater bungalows in the Maldives. Tasmania’s idiosyncratic Pumphouse Point hovering over Lake St Clair is the luxury accommodation of dreams. Originally constructed in the 1940s as part of Tasmania’s Hydroelectric Scheme, the site was transformed into a boutique hotel in the 90s and remains the final word in wilderness luxury today. Now, Pumphouse Point has welcomed two new retreats nestled amid the myrtle forests of the UNESCO-listed surroundings.

Pumphouse Point sits on Lake St Clair at the southern end of Cradle Mountain National Park. (Image: Adam Gibson)

The retreats, which opened last month, are set right on the edge of Lake St Clair, with the native bushland acting as a privacy screen. Each is blessed with sweeping lake views, a fire pit and a bathtub perfectly positioned for soaking it all in. Rates start at $1950 and include all food and drinks, with included meals at the Heritage Shorehouse restaurant showcasing the very best of Tassie produce. In addition, guests can also take advantage of brand-new experiences, from a Pumphouse Point History Tour to a chocolate-tasting journey in partnership with Tasmania’s renowned House of Anver.

The lodgings are similar to the much-loved signature retreat that already exists at Pumphouse Point. The two newer retreats expand the capacity to stay in the vicinity of this exceptional landmark.

Room rates include breakfasts and dinners in the Shorehouse restaurant. (Image: Adam Gibson)

If you’ve ever tried to book accommodation in Cradle Mountain National Park, you’ll know the options are extremely limited. This is a deliberate decision to preserve the natural environment. The retreats, on the lesser-visited end of the National Park, offer the chance to enjoy the wilderness in total comfort.

Pumphouse Point gains two new luxury retreats (Image: Adam Gibson).

Everything you need to know before you walk the Overland Track

One of the world’s greatest wilderness walks is in our backyard: here’s what to expect when walking the Overland Track through the heart of Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

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