Dramatic coastlines, temperate rainforests, rugged mountains, alpine lakes and wild rivers - the island of Tasmania is a place of stunning natural beauty.
In a nutshell
Separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Strait, Tasmania is a magical and wonderful place. Its World Heritage areas take up a third of the island and the national parks are magnificent places to view the native animals in their natural habitat. After dark, you may even glimpse the famous Tasmanian devil!
Sightseeing ideas
- what to do
- Walk part of the famous 65km Overland Track in Cradle Mountain National Park that leads all the way to Lake St Clair.
- Visit Hobart's Salamanca Market, located on the historic waterfront every Sat between 8.30am-3.00pm.
- Take a cruise from Strahan's Macquarie Harbour along the Gordon River, viewing Hells Gate, salmon farms and Sarah Island.
- Visit Port Arthur and take a 1 hour 30-min, lantern-lit evening 'ghost tour' around the historic site.