Nature Walks

There are many walking options from the Bay of Fires Lodge:  Meander down the white granite sands and dunes of the  Abbotsbury Peninsula, keeping an eye out for dolphins and whales as you go (8km return); Take a short trip over to Baileys Rock and watch the gannets and terns diving into the azure waters of the Bay of Fires, then return via the coastal heath and woodlands (3km round trip); Trek up to Eddystone Point Lighthouse and fossick among the hidden shell coves on your return (12km return); or wander inland through the peppermint forests, taking in the picturesque white gums and grass trees as you go (7km round trip).  A variety of birdlife, wallabies, wombats, echidnas and lizards are often encountered along the way.

River Kayaking

Discover the delicate ecology of the Ansons River as it winds its way to the mouth of Ansons Bay, a haven for water birds and eagle rays.



This kayaking experience begins with a 3km walk through peppermint forest to meet the transfer vehicle to the Ansons River.  The river is tranquil and protected allowing you the opportunity to observe the woodland and water birds in their natural environment. The river opens up to Ansons Bay where eagles soar overhead and pelicans, swans, cormorants and terns glide across the surface. The bay is sheltered by a sand spit which covers the estuary. Stop here for a picnic lunch before embarking on the 4km stroll along Abbotsbury Peninsula back to the Lodge.

Beach Activities

Try your hand at beach fishing, snorkelling or body surfing.  Have a friendly game of boule, cricket, soccer or volleyball.  Go beachcombing in search of sharks egg cases, paper nautilus, whale bones, shells and who knows what other treasures you may find in this little-visited part of the world.

Bird Watching

The Bay of Fires Lodge is in an ideal location for twitchers due to its close access to several distinct bird habitats: wetlands, shoreline, woodlands, coastal heath and ocean going.  Over 50 species can be spotted within the Lodges immediate vicinity including the Tasmanian Thornbill and the Yellow Wattlebird, both endemic to Tasmania.  Bird atlasing is a great activity and the resulting information can be forwarded to Birds Australia as part of their ongoing bird monitoring program