Ovarian Cancer Australia – Tasmania 2022

Each year, more than 1,500 women in Australia are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. That’s four women each day. Three women die each day from ovarian cancer, with the five-year survival rate sitting at 46%. 

Step up to the challenge of hiking Cradle Mountain on the Teal Tassie Trek, raise $3,500 and you’ll be helping Ovarian Cancer Australia support women living with this disease.

For five extraordinary days, you’ll take part in a hiking adventure that explores Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed wilderness area. Breathe in the fresh alpine air and check out the views. The Cradle Mountain region is peppered with incredible scenery – sparkling lakes, ancient forests, plummeting waterfalls – and stunning vistas.

Are you ready to pull on your hiking boots and ensure women living with ovarian cancer never have to walk alone? This is an adventure you’ll never forget and the chance to give back to the community.

Each year, more than 1,500 women in Australia are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. That’s four women each day. Three women die each day from ovarian cancer, with the five-year survival rate sitting at 46%.

While other cancers have achieved improvements in awareness, funding and survival rates, ovarian cancer has remained relatively unchanged.

Funds raised by you on the Teal Tassie Trek will support Ovarian Cancer Australia to provide care and support for those affected by ovarian cancer; and represent them by leading change. By joining the Teal Tassie Trek you are ensuring that no women with ovarian cancer walks alone. Last year, more than 1,400 people turned to the Ovarian Cancer Support Nurses for support through the Helpline, email and social media platforms.

– $55 Provides a Resilience Kit to someone newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer
– $100 Helps to maintain our online support community, OCA Connect
– $250 Provides a woman with an information session and online support

Thank you for considering taking on this amazing challenge. Your support will help ensure that women faced with Australia’s deadliest female cancer do not walk alone.

Want to learn more? Enter your details in the form to instantly receive your information pack.

Ready to register? Click here to secure your spot on the team.

Questions? Give us a call on 1300 905 188.

For a comprehensive list of Frequently Asked Questions, download the information pack by filling in the form.

How challenging is this adventure?

This adventure is ranked 3/5. While no extensive trekking experience is required prior to registering, our adventures are designed for people who are relatively fit and willing to train. The Tasmania Challenge is a physical challenge, involving trekking approximately 18 kilometres over hilly terrain in one day. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy the experience. You will be well supported on the adventure, with the guides and your team all cheering you on. You are free to move at your own pace and we will take frequent breaks.

How do I fundraise?

Never fundraised before? Not sure where to start? No worries, we don’t expect you to do it alone. You will have regular support from the Inspired Adventures fundraising team, who will help you make a fundraising plan to meet your target. Alongside personalised coaching, we will also send you lots of ideas and resources on how to fundraise. From online fundraising to trivia nights, to bake sales and out-of-the-box ideas, we have years and years of tried and tested tips to make your fundraising a success.

Who will I be travelling with?

We believe small group travel is better for the planet, and better for you. Our adventures usually have 10 – 20 people aged from 18 to 90+ (younger ages considered on request). You can be sure that you have all come together with the shared purpose of making a difference to others and having the adventure of a lifetime.

The group will be led by a local tour guide with expert knowledge of the region. Many groups will also be accompanied by an Inspired Adventures team leader or doctor to support and motivate the team.

Where applicable, a charity representative may also join the team. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your chosen charity and their work.

We understand the dilemma of making travel plans when the world feels unpredictable right now. You can still register for an Inspired Adventure in complete confidence, because we promise to look after you should COVID-19 travel bans affect your plans.

If COVID-19 travel bans mean your Inspired Adventure cannot go ahead as scheduled, we will endeavour to reschedule the departure to a later date to allow you still to travel as planned.

For more information, and to view our COVID-19 Safety Management Plan, click here.