MIENA WALKING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Into the Walls of Jerusalem: A Two-Day Crossing of Tasmania’s Central Plateau
A fully guided 2-day/1-night overnight walk from Lake Ada into the Walls of Jerusalem National Park with all gear, transfers and gourmet meals—this guide explains the route, logistics and what to expect.
Into the Walls of Jerusalem: A Two-Day Crossing of Tasmania’s Central Plateau.
Immerse yourself in the pristine, glaciated highlands of Tasmania on a fully guided overnight walk to Powena Creek in the Walls of Jerusalem National Park. Beginning at Lake Ada and crossing the Central Plateau, the small-group journey threads through highland lakes, pine-lined tarns and crystal-clear streams while offering regular wildlife sightings under the care of experienced guides who provide tents, food and vehicle transfers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Glaciated plateau, highland lakes and crystal streams
The route crosses the Central Plateau’s dramatic glaciated terrain—highland lakes, trout-filled lagoons, pine-lined tarns and clear streams—that define the eastern approach into the Walls of Jerusalem.
A World Heritage refuge for endemic species
The Walls of Jerusalem area is home to rare and endemic Tasmanian wildlife; on this walk you may encounter wombats, Tasmanian Devils and wedge-tailed eagles in their highland habitats.
Fully guided, all-inclusive overnight support
Miena Guiding Tasmania operates the trip as a fully guided and supported overnight walk—guides carry and set up tents and cooking gear, provide emergency equipment and first aid, prepare gourmet meals and include vehicle transfers to and from trailheads.
What the day feels like
What the two-day walk feels like
The itinerary unfolds at a steady, purposefully supported pace: a morning safety briefing in Miena, a short transfer to Lake Ada, then a day’s walk through open plateau and around highland waterbodies to Powena Creek where guides establish camp and prepare evening meals. The second day is a relaxed return to Lake Ada, framed by the same highland vistas that defined the outbound leg.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack good walking boots and two pairs of socks, campsite shoes, long and short pants and sleeves, warm jacket and sweater, thermal layers, sunhat and sunglasses, warm hat and gloves, and a waterproof rain jacket. Note the operator requests no jeans and no cotton clothing and that participants must be able to carry up to 8 kg.
The trip includes 4-season tents, overnight walking packs, waterproof bags, sleeping bags with liners, sleeping mats, water bottle, eating utensils, headlamp and gaiters—plus all meals and trail snacks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The experience runs 2 days / 1 night.
Where and when do we meet?
Meet for a safety briefing and gear check at Miena Village at 09:00am on Day 1; the group then transfers to the Lake Ada trailhead.
What is included in the package?
The tour is fully guided and supported with tents and cooking gear, emergency response equipment and first aid, gourmet meals and trail snacks, all trail-head vehicle transfers, and all-inclusive gear hire.
What are the group size and age rules?
The trip operates as a small-group experience with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants; it is family-friendly with a minimum age of 8 years.
What clothing and fitness preparations are required?
Bring layered, non-cotton clothing, waterproof outerwear, and sturdy walking boots; participants must be able to carry up to 8 kg on the trail.
What is the daily schedule?
Day 1: 09:00 safety briefing and gear check at Miena Village, transfer to Lake Ada and a 10:30am walk start arriving at Powena Creek around 4:30pm. Day 2: depart Powena Creek around 10:00am and arrive back at Lake Ada around 4:00pm before returning to Miena Village.