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Tasmania

Tucked away from the world on an island just south of the Australian mainland, Tasmania is a place of captivating natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and scrumptious food.

The island state is home to 19 national parks, many of them listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Almost a third of Tasmania falls within protected areas. These parks preserve diverse environments, from dramatic sea caves and stunning beaches to the magical mossy temperate rainforest and deep underground caves. There are over 2,000 walking trails on the island, including the 60 Great Short Walks.

Tassie also has some outstanding wildlife-watching opportunities. You can see wombats and kangaroos on Maria Island, Tasmanian devils and quolls at Mountain Valley, platypus in the Tasmanian Arboretum, Echidnas at Cradle Mountain, and albino wallabies on Bruny Island.

The Totem Pole formation on Tasman Island cruise

Sea caves and wildlife on the Tasman Island Cruise

18 December 202424 May 2024 by Margarita

Wild and remote, Tasman Island lies just off the coast of the Tasman Peninsular. And it is easily one of the most dramatic coastlines in Australia. And for a continent … Read more

Day trips from hobart: Honeymoon Bay in Freycinet National park

4 Great Short Walks in Freycinet National Park

29 August 202520 May 2024 by Margarita

Home to the world-famous Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park protects 169 square kilometres of rugged Freycinet Peninsula coastline dominated by pink granite mountains and idyllic bays with white sandy beaches. … Read more

Things to do in Hobart - see the southern lights

6 Things to Do in Hobart for Nature Buffs, Including Platypus Spotting & the Aurora

8 July 202416 May 2024 by Margarita

If you enjoy nature and looking for things to do in Hobart beyond Salamanca markets and Battery Point, this guide is for you. Tasmania is famous for its wild nature … Read more

Bennett's wallaby on Bruny Island

Things to Do on Bruny Island: Guide to Itinerary Planning

3 December 202510 March 2024 by Margarita

Before you start planning your Tasmania getaway, check out this exhaustive list of things to do on Bruny Island. There is something for everyone on Bruny, from unique wildlife to … Read more

North West Tasmania - Launceston

15 Best Things to Do in Launceston: Where to Play, Eat, and Stay

3 December 20253 March 2022 by Margarita

Oh the lovely Launceston, what a pleasant surprise you are. A delightful mix of colonial culture, wild nature, and a thriving culinary scene. There are plenty of things to do … Read more

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