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Situated just 1.6 kilometres south of Freycinet Peninsula, Schouten Island is an isolated paradise which is fantastic for snorkelling, canoeing and camping. Part of Freycinet National Park, the island is approximately 6 kilometres wide by 7 kilometres long and is bounded by a picturesque coastline of small sandy beaches and rocky granite bays.

On the spectacular East Coast, Freycinet Peninsular is home to one of the most popular climbing areas in the State with the cliffs plunging into the sea on the edge of the coast. The rock here is Granite and it offers a wide range of options for all climbers. On this tour, you visit the Iconic White Water Wall area and start with some introductory Climbing and Abseiling at Lassies Wall. After Lunch climbers tackle the spectacular Harlequin abseil, at 50metres this offers a great view at the start point along with an exciting free-hanging section in the middle. There is then the option to climb on the 60-meter-high White Water Wall. Ask about other options if you have had some prior climbing experience, the trip can be tailored to suit your ability.

Wineglass Bay Cruises operates an unforgettable four-and-a-half-hour eco-cruise around the Freycinet National park coastline from Coles Bay to Wineglass Bay. Be enthralled by the stunning granite coastline, including the dramatic pink peaks of the Hazards range. Discover a coast dotted with sparkling white sand beaches, including Cooks and Bryans beaches, only accessible by water or a full-day bushwalk. Explore the inner passage of remote Schouten Island, home to little penguins and short-tailed shearwaters, before heading into the Tasman Sea towards Wineglass Bay. Look out for various hidden sea caves, blowholes and waterfalls amongst the sheer granite cliffs. Take in the sheer beauty of Wineglass Bay from the rarely seen perspective of the water. Keep a lookout for dolphins, seals, albatross and sea eagles and whales are regularly sighted on their annual migration from September to December and May to July. Wineglass Bay Cruises departs daily. Closed Christmas Day.