Cradle Mountain & North West
The majestic Cradle Mountain with its ancient rainforests and alpine heaths is part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and home to the world-famous Overland track. Cradle Mountain is a very special place and hold many childhood memories for me; visting with family and the many school camps spent there exploring the wilderness. You can experience true isolation, peace and tranquility on one of Cradle Mountain’s many walks – from interpretive boardwalks to challenging mountain climbs requiring overnight stays. For a more sedate experience why not pamper and rejuvenate yourself at the Cradle Mountain Lodge
East Coast Tasmania
Tasmania’s East Coast is a journey that is simply breathtaking with spectacular landscapes and long beautiful beaches. Here you will discover the beaches of the beautiful Bay of Fires, St Helens, Scamander, Freycinet Peninsula and the National Park. Covering more than 15,000 hectares, the park is dominated by the Hazards – granite mountains with a distinctive pink hue dominating Wineglass Bay, one of the top 10 beaches in the world – all white sand and blue waters. If you plan on only visiting one beach, make sure it’s this one.
When you tire of the endless sand take a hike through a stretch of cool, sheltered forest to the incredible St. Columba Falls – one of Tasmania’s highest tiered waterfalls. Nearby are Halls Falls and the amazing Little Blue Lake. Stop in the quiet rural village of Pyengana a cheese-lovers’ haven located in a lush and fertile valley, and Tasmania’s most beautiful dairy country.
Hobart & Southwest Tasmania
Hobart is the second oldest city in Australia and offers a contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and culture. Surrounded by picturesque waterways and bushland with Mt Wellington dominating the skyline. With waterfront cafes, restaurants and studios housed in centuries-old converted warehouses overlooking a harbour bustling with yachts and fishing boats, Hobart is truly charming. It offers a bustling arts scene with MONA hosting many exhibitions and festivals throughout the year.
Launceston
Launceston, the gateway to the magnificent wineries dotted along the Tamar Valley and a perfect base to begin a Tasmanian discovery tour with easy access for the adventurous who wish to bushwalk, rock climb, kayak or ride the world famous Blue Derby mountain bike trail.
As Australia’s third oldest city many beautiful Georgian buildings stand proud and a walk around the city streets reveals interesting history at every turn and no visit would be complete without a visit to its gorgeous parks; City Park, Royal Park and the fabulous Cataract Gorge.
Strahan & West Coast
Strahan is a harbour-side village with a dark and fascinating convict past set on the edge of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.
Bruny Island
Bruny Island a 362-square-kilometre island located off the south-eastern coast of Tasmania is perfect for walking – stroll to Penguin Island from Adventure Bay, climb along the crest of the sea crags on Fluted Cape; walk along pristine beach at Cloudy Bay and join the track behind the campground and take the long ascent up the cliffs until a magnificent view is revealed.
A walk up steps at The Neck, an isthmus of land that connects the North Island revals a picturesque setting with observation platforms for viewing native wildlife and the sea. At certain times you can see the mutton bird and the fairy penguins at dusk. Here also stands the memorium dedicated to Truganini one of the last full blooded Tasmanian Aborigines who was born on Bruny Island.