Top Tourist Destinations in Tasmania
Tasmania is a beautiful island state of Australia located 240km south of Mainland Australia and if you are visiting Down Under for a vacation, you simply must include Tasmania in your schedule. The State of Tasmania includes the large island and the surrounding islands which number 1000 and with just over 500,000 inhabitants, Tasmania is the least populated state in Australia.
Here are our top tourism destinations on Tasmania.
- Hobart – The capital city of Hobart is a reflection of the long and colourful history of the island, and is well worth spending a few days. A city like no other, Hobart has it all; you can admire world-famous art, enjoy fresh seafood and stroll along the quaint walkways. You simply must climb Mount Wellington and if walking is not your thing, you can cycle or drive to the top. You can watch seals and dolphins as they play in the calm blue waters, while the local wine is definitely worth trying.
- Bruny Island – Contact Bruny Islands Safari and let them arrange a luxury tour of this amazing island. Found southeast of Tasmania, Bruny has the Cape lighthouse, and the local guide can paint a picture of life on the island, while you can observe a diverse range of wildlife.
- Wilderness journeys – Cruise the Tasman Islands and enjoy the breath-taking coastline from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck in the southern part of Tasmania. Explore trails, waterfalls, rock formations, deep sea cave and stone arches, then enjoy a hearty lunch as you travel through Tasman National Park, home to dolphins, seals and migrating whales, with a lot of species of birds that are passing through.
- Explore the Tasman Peninsula – Visit the old coal mines and Bangor Vineyard Shed and join any number of nature walks and trails and if you would like a gastronomic experience like no other, The Fox & Hounds Hotel/restaurant awaits. We advise booking in advance, as this eatery is the most popular on the island.
- Three Capes Track – This is a 4-day, 3-night hike of easy-to-moderate level, making it ideal for all. The journey begins and ends in Hobart, meandering along the coastline then crossing the Boot and carrying on and spending the 1st night at Surveyors, the next day sees you traversing the cliffs above Maingon Bay, where you might see whales, dolphins and seals. The 2nd night is spent at Munro, then doubling back you head towards Retakunna, where you spend the 3rd The next morning, you hike out to Cape Hauy, which offers stunning views; this is a favourite spot for whale-watching.
- Port Arthur Historical Site – Located about one and half hours from Hobart, the old site of Port Arthur is a firm favourite with tourists. It all began in 1830 when a small timber station was built and this was chosen as a ship-building site, which quickly became a settlement. Convicts deemed suitable would build ships and the 1850s and 60s saw remarkable production, the last convict left in 1870 but that was not the end of Port Arthur, as it was renamed Carnarvon and land was sold to settlers.
We recommend engaging the services of a luxury tour operator with the best experiences, which include climbing a mountain, sea cruise and great hiking trails.
