The Overland Track Part 1 | The Madness Begins!

After more than 9 months of planning, waiting online for hours to get tickets, cancelled flights and other general chaos we've finally made it down to Tassie and get going on 'The Overland Track'.
Join me (Steve), Rob, Zak and Gary on this crazy adventure as we spend 8 nights exploring 'The Overland Track' and some of the side trips in the pristine Tasmanian high country.
Special thanks to Karleen & Brad (our support crew), Tasmania Parks & Wildlife Service for the awesome work maintaining the track and to Zak for sharing some of his video footage with me.
Check out Zaks channel ‪@tictacaus1554‬
Subscribe for the next episode which will be up soon.
See you on the road (or track)!
Cheers
Steve
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ABOUT THE OVERLAND TRACK:
The Overland Track in Tasmania is one of Australia's most iconic multi-day hiking tracks.
Running from Cradle Mountain in the north to Lake St Clair in the south, the 80km track snakes its way through pristine Tasmanian high country wilderness.
Around 8000 people each year tackle the track and many like me keep going back again and again.
The track can be completed in around 5 nights but we'll be taking 8 nights to allow extra time for some of the side trips along the way . . . Barn Bluff, Mt Ossa etc.
In this video series I'll take you with me through the pre-trip planning & preparation, the track and side trips and a wrap up at the end once I get home.
Enjoy . . . and Subscribe.
See you on the track.
Cheers
Steve
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[@karlso7314]

Great video. There was a bit of a lion king moment there at the top of the bluff. Gary and Zak reminded me of Mufusa and Simba. 😂😂😂 Spectacular shots. Well done.

[@tallydane2770]

Thanks for posting it I'm doing the track in November

[@Nonapaige]

What an incredible scene! Well done on all the hard work and preparation. So glad to see you all starting this track!

[@junebingham4213]

wow amazing track, thanks for taking us with you. Looking forward to Part2 Steve

[@geoninja8971]

Nice..... my son and I are planning our first overnight hike.... watching carefully....

[@louiskudlak2256]

Great video, awesome challenge ❤❤

[@AmyBaldock]

Happy I came across this! So well put together ☺️ can’t wait for the next one!

[@vishp3162]

Love it 😍

[@gaylenenorton6860]

I've climbed up to Marions lookout, overlooking Cradle Mt. I haven't gone further on the track - I choose to watch videos of other people doing it. The climb up Barn Bluff looks similar in areas to the climb up Mt Murchison (I've done that - about 20 years ago).

[@elisesmith3596]

My assistance dog is definitely gonna need a wash once we finish the track in November 😂

[@1WinchesterSt]

Great video mate, well done. Consider drone shots! Would be amazing to get some drone footage!

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Thanks. 🙏 Drones not allowed on the Overland Track unfortunately

[@thesunnyexplorers9279]

Loved watching this video - I’m planning on doing the OLT in November this year, so you’ve given me great info! When is Part 2 dropping? Can’t wait to watch!

[@elisesmith3596]

I’m doing it in November too! See you there!

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

It’s nearly ready 👍

[@user-pq4rg7ge2s]

오버랜드 가보고 싶다

[@franceswright69]

Tassie has so much to offer, you definitely picked a good time to go. Hint ... when you talk about Launceston, pronounce it Lonceston, we can pick a foreigner from the moment they speak 😏

[@conellisgreatadventure8864]

Awesome mate, really enjoy your videos. Looking forward to the series. How’s the family going? You left us at the end of your lap with a newborn. Hope all is well 😊

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Thanks for the great feedback. Jen and the girls are doing great. The newborn (Sienna) is 16 years old now! Can you believe it?!

[@surfing4theloveofit]

Great video guys very beautiful, ❤😊

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Thanks 🙏

[@andypglc666]

Hi Steve, thanks for posting this. I did the track the same time as you. In fact we were in the same bunk house a few times. Looking forward to seeing your next posts. Has Zac posted any of the footage he took yet?

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Hey Andy, thanks for watching. Episode 2 going live on Sunday (finally!) Zak hasn't posted any yet, I think he's not far off though.

[@junebingham4213]

when is part 2 coming Steve?

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Hey June, Ep 2 going live on Sunday morning :)

[@junebingham4213]

@@ExpeditionAustralia cool look forward to it

[@greg174videos]

We thoroughly enjoyed this video when it first came out and have been looking forward to the next instalment. In fact we were at Cradle Mountain recently and thought again about your series. So… is everything ok with you guys as it's been a while since episode one?

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Thanks 🙏 The next instalment has just gone live

[@greg174videos]

@@ExpeditionAustralia And what a fantastic episode it is too Steve. Many thanks for the effort you put into your videos. I really think you deserve way more subscribers. PS I also thoroughly enjoyed your garage series recently. Keep up the great work!!

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Thanks Greg, I appreciate your support

[@jadeg01]

Singapore? That explains the reason the shed series seemed to just end not quite finished then 😂

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Yeah I only managed to film a few videos in there before we moved!

[@cboogie6794]

Great Vid - what footwear would you recommend for OT in late April?

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Thanks. I’d go with my Keen Targhee boots which are very comfortable, light and waterproof. Some people prefer hiking shoes than boots but there are lots of rocks and tree roots on the track making opportunities to twist your ankle so boots are more protective. Also late April you’ll likely get more rain than we did. Might be worth checking out waterproof socks. I haven’t used them but I’ve heard good reports.

[@peterbougoure5356]

How long have you been in Singapore and why?

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

About 18 months. Jen took a job opportunity here. It's a good chance to explore SE Asia.

[@Neicorr]

It’s not that dramatic. Hiked it for the first time thirty years ago and each time after, the degradation is palpable. Social media has ruined it. If you think it’s wonderful now, visit the Barrier Reef!