{"id":408263,"date":"2026-08-26T12:06:58","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T10:06:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/"},"modified":"2026-08-31T01:53:52","modified_gmt":"2026-08-30T23:53:52","slug":"tasmania-australia-best-things","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/","title":{"rendered":"Tasmania, Australia: 20 Best Things to See + 2026 Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tasmania, Australia is an island whose wilderness meets seven out of ten UNESCO World Heritage criteria \u2014 the highest possible score on the planet, shared only with China&#8217;s Mount Tai. More than a quarter of this remote island at the very edge of the world is covered by impenetrable rainforests, wild rivers and rugged mountains that draw adventurers from all over the globe. What&#8217;s more, the northwestern headland of Cape Grim <strong>regularly records the cleanest air on Earth<\/strong>, because the wind here blows straight across the uninhabited Southern Ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although Tasmania is roughly the size of Ireland, its winding roads and constantly shifting landscape force you to slow down and savour every kilometre. Travellers rave about the relaxed local atmosphere, the outstanding regional food and the <strong>sheer amount of wildlife you won&#8217;t see anywhere else<\/strong>. Whether you crave alpine hikes, tastings of world-award-winning whisky, or just quiet reflection on empty beaches, this island will hand you memories for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting ready for a trip to these parts does take a little planning, though, because <strong>accommodation vanishes months in advance<\/strong> and the weather loves to do whatever it pleases. The following guide shows you where to save on national park entry, where to head first and which places deserve the most of your time. A <strong>windproof jacket and sturdy boots<\/strong> are an absolute must, and then all that&#8217;s left is to set off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce41496be&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce41496be\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"918\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-01.jpg\" alt=\"Cradle Mountain above Dove Lake\" class=\"wp-image-395031\" 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counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Parks_Pass_How_Not_to_Pay_Twice\" >Parks Pass: How Not to Pay Twice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#When_to_Visit_Tasmania_Weather_Through_the_Year\" >When to Visit Tasmania: Weather Through the Year<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Where_to_Stay\" >Where to Stay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Where_to_Eat_Well_in_Tasmania\" >Where to Eat Well in Tasmania<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#20_Best_Things_to_See_and_Do_in_Tasmania\" >20 Best Things to See and Do in Tasmania<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#1_Hobart_and_the_Saturday_Salamanca_Market\" >1. Hobart and the Saturday Salamanca Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#2_MONA_Museum\" >2. MONA Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#3_kunanyi_Mount_Wellington\" >3. kunanyi (Mount Wellington)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#4_Battery_Point_and_Colonial_Hobart\" >4. Battery Point and Colonial Hobart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#5_Botanical_Gardens_and_the_Subantarctic_Glasshouse\" >5. Botanical Gardens and the Subantarctic Glasshouse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#6_Cascades_Female_Factory\" >6. Cascades Female Factory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#7_Port_Arthur\" >7. Port Arthur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#8_Bruny_Island\" >8. Bruny Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#9_Maria_Island_and_Wombats\" >9. Maria Island and Wombats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#10_Bicheno_and_Penguins\" >10. Bicheno and Penguins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#11_Wineglass_Bay_and_Freycinet\" >11. Wineglass Bay and Freycinet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#12_Cape_Tourville_and_Friendly_Beaches\" >12. Cape Tourville and Friendly Beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#13_Bay_of_Fires\" >13. Bay of Fires<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#14_Launceston_and_Cataract_Gorge\" >14. Launceston and Cataract Gorge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#15_Tamar_Valley_and_Sparkling_Wines\" >15. Tamar Valley and Sparkling Wines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#16_Bridestowe_Lavender_Estate\" >16. Bridestowe Lavender Estate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#17_Cradle_Mountain_and_Dove_Lake\" >17. Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#18_Overland_Track\" >18. Overland Track<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#19_Strahan_Gordon_River_and_Queenstown\" >19. Strahan, Gordon River and Queenstown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#20_Mount_Field_and_Russell_Falls\" >20. Mount Field and Russell Falls<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#The_Taste_of_Tasmania_Whisky_Wine_and_Cheese\" >The Taste of Tasmania: Whisky, Wine and Cheese<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Itinerary_7_10_or_14_Days\" >Itinerary: 7, 10 or 14 Days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Where_to_Go_Next\" >Where to Go Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#How_many_days_in_Tasmania\" >How many days in Tasmania?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Fly_or_take_the_ferry\" >Fly or take the ferry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Do_I_need_a_car\" >Do I need a car?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#What_is_a_Parks_Pass_and_which_one_is_worth_it\" >What is a Parks Pass and which one is worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit\" >When is the best time to visit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Is_Tasmania_expensive\" >Is Tasmania expensive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Is_one_day_enough_for_Cradle_Mountain\" >Is one day enough for Cradle Mountain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Wineglass_Bay_just_the_lookout_or_walk_down\" >Wineglass Bay: just the lookout, or walk down?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Will_I_see_a_Tasmanian_devil\" >Will I see a Tasmanian devil?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tasmania-australia-best-things\/#Is_it_safe_to_drive_after_dark\" >Is it safe to drive after dark?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  <strong>How many days you need:<\/strong> 7 days is enough for a quick coastal loop; for a calmer circuit including the mountains and the west, set aside 10 to 14 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>How to get there:<\/strong> The quickest option is a flight from Melbourne (1 hour 20 minutes) or from Sydney; the alternative is the overnight Spirit of Tasmania ferry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Key saving:<\/strong> If you plan to visit more than one national park, buy the two-month Holiday Pass for AUD 98.35 per vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> The best weather for trekking runs from December to February, but expect crowds and higher accommodation prices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Main warning:<\/strong> Tasmania is notorious for roadkill, so at dusk and after dark drive no faster than 65 km\/h.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>A car is essential:<\/strong> You basically can&#8217;t manage without your own or a rented vehicle \u2014 public transport outside the big towns barely exists.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_to_Tasmania\"><\/span>How to Get to Tasmania<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tasmania currently has no international airport, so your journey will always go via mainland Australia, served by airlines such as Jetstar, Qantas or Virgin. Most travellers choose <strong>short hops from Melbourne, which take just one hour and twenty minutes<\/strong> to Hobart airport, or a little over an hour to Launceston further north. If you fly from Sydney, you&#8217;ll spend under two hours in the air, making flying by far the fastest and often the cheapest way to get across.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have more time and want a taste of maritime romance, you can take the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spiritoftasmania.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Spirit of Tasmania<\/a> ferry, which shuttles between mainland Geelong and Tasmania&#8217;s Devonport. This crossing covers 448 kilometres across the Bass Strait, <strong>takes nine to eleven hours and usually runs overnight<\/strong>. Ferry tickets start at roughly AUD 109 per person, but keep in mind that the route still uses older ships from the late 1990s (while the new vessels remain delayed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ferry pays off financially above all when you&#8217;re travelling in your own car and plan to stay on the island for more than ten days. I do have to warn you about one major catch, though, because <strong>most mainland car rental companies strictly forbid taking their vehicle on the ferry<\/strong>. So unless you have your own campervan or car, it&#8217;s far smarter to fly across and rent a vehicle right at the airport in Hobart or Launceston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parks_Pass_How_Not_to_Pay_Twice\"><\/span>Parks Pass: How Not to Pay Twice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entry to Tasmania&#8217;s national parks is charged, and the system can look a little confusing at first, but the right choice will save you plenty of money. A standard day pass costs AUD 49.15 per vehicle according to the price list valid from July 2026, or AUD 24.55 per person if you arrive by bus or bike. If you&#8217;re planning a classic road trip and visiting more than two parks, though, <strong>the day pass simply isn&#8217;t worth it<\/strong> and you&#8217;d just be throwing money away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The holy grail for every traveller is the <strong>two-month <a href=\"https:\/\/parks.tas.gov.au\/explore-our-parks\/know-before-you-go\/entry-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Holiday Pass<\/a>, which costs AUD 98.35 for the whole vehicle<\/strong> with up to eight passengers, or AUD 49.20 for a single person. With this card you get unlimited access to practically all protected areas on the island, which is ideal for a two-week itinerary and means you don&#8217;t have to fuss over payments at every barrier. For those staying even longer, there&#8217;s an annual version for AUD 104.75, but for a regular holiday the Holiday Pass is more than enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The one big exception to this system is the popular Cradle Mountain National Park, which runs its own specific regime to protect nature and enforce mandatory shuttle buses. A day ticket here costs AUD 30.70 per adult, AUD 12.30 per child and AUD 73.75 per family, with <strong>the price already including the compulsory shuttle to Dove Lake<\/strong>. If you&#8217;ve bought the Holiday Pass, entry to the park itself is free, but you&#8217;ll need to buy the bus ticket separately \u2014 AUD 15.50 for 72 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_Tasmania_Weather_Through_the_Year\"><\/span>When to Visit Tasmania: Weather Through the Year<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right season is absolutely crucial for a visit to Tasmania, because the weather here can be highly unpredictable and it shapes your whole experience. The island sees the biggest crowds in summer from December to February, when you can enjoy <strong>up to fifteen hours of daylight and pleasant temperatures for hiking and coastal exploring<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll have to accept, though, that accommodation is considerably pricier, popular trails get packed and there&#8217;s a real risk of bushfires that occasionally close some parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spring and autumn offer, according to many travellers, the best possible compromise, because nature bursts with colour and the crowds thin out noticeably. The winter months from June to August then tempt visitors with much lower prices, snow-capped peaks and <strong>above all the fascinating southern lights over the island&#8217;s south<\/strong>, since Tasmania is the southernmost inhabited part of Australia. Bear in mind, though, that on Mount kunanyi rising above Hobart a snow flurry can surprise you even in the middle of hot summer, so warm clothing is a must all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever season you go in, you must be extremely careful on the roads, because Tasmania carries the sad title of the roadkill capital of the world. The local landscape is brimming with wildlife such as kangaroos, wallabies and wombats that gather on the warm asphalt at dusk. For that reason it&#8217;s <strong>strongly recommended to limit your speed after dark to a maximum of 65 km\/h<\/strong>, or better yet not drive at night at all, to protect both the unique fauna and your rental car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay\"><\/span>Where to Stay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Tip for accommodation and experiences: We prefer to look for accommodation on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, which usually has the <strong>best cancellation terms<\/strong>. For <strong>tickets, tours and activities<\/strong>, it&#8217;s worth comparing and booking through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finding accommodation in Tasmania calls for strategic thinking, because outside the main towns you&#8217;ll run into very limited capacity that disappears at an incredible pace during the summer season. In Hobart, which will probably serve as your starting point, you&#8217;ll find a wide range of options from historic buildings to modern waterfront hotels. If you&#8217;re after something really special, <strong>book a room at the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tasmanie&#038;hotelname=MACq%2001%20Hotel&#038;address=Hobart%2C%20Austr%C3%A1lie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">MACq 01 Hotel<\/a> on the waterfront<\/strong>, which works as a so-called storytelling hotel where every part tells tales from the island&#8217;s history. A great and slightly more affordable alternative right in the heart of the action is the popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tasmanie&#038;hotelname=Hotel%20Grand%20Chancellor%20Hobart&#038;address=Hobart%2C%20Austr%C3%A1lie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart<\/a>, from where everything is just a few steps away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your northern base for exploring will most likely be Launceston, which delights food and wine lovers and offers a slightly calmer atmosphere than the capital. The <strong>modern <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tasmanie&#038;hotelname=Hotel%20Verge%20Launceston&#038;address=Launceston%2C%20Austr%C3%A1lie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Verge Launceston<\/a> has built a great reputation here, and travellers praise it for its excellent restaurant<\/strong> and strategic location close to all the main sights. When moving to the east coast towards the renowned Freycinet National Park, be sure to look for accommodation in the little town of Coles Bay, where you&#8217;ll find, for example, the beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tasmanie&#038;hotelname=Edge%20of%20the%20Bay&#038;address=Coles%20Bay%2C%20Austr%C3%A1lie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Edge of the Bay<\/a> resort, sitting right by the water with fascinating views over the landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A chapter of its own is Cradle Mountain National Park, where demand in season vastly outstrips supply and prices climb to astronomical heights. The main lodge in the park sometimes draws criticism for what you get for your money, so locals recommend looking instead at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tasmanie&#038;hotelname=Cradle%20Mountain%20Hotel&#038;address=Cradle%20Mountain%2C%20Austr%C3%A1lie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Cradle Mountain Hotel<\/a>, which offers great comfort at a slightly more reasonable price. Whatever area you choose, I strongly recommend sorting out bookings through portals like Booking several months in advance, otherwise you&#8217;ll be left with only the most expensive or worst-rated options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Eat_Well_in_Tasmania\"><\/span>Where to Eat Well in Tasmania<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hunting down great food in Tasmania is a joy, because local chefs have the finest fresh ingredients straight from the farms and the ocean at their fingertips. In Hobart, definitely consider <strong>a reservation at Fico<\/strong>, which blends Italian cuisine with Australian ingredients. Its fame is well deserved and every course there is worth it. If you&#8217;re more in the mood for a quick classic, most people head for fish and chips at <strong>Mures Lower Deck<\/strong> right by the harbour, where it&#8217;s always pleasantly buzzing (vegetarians will find options at the surrounding stalls).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And what about the rest of the island? In Launceston I recommend a stop at <strong>Stillwater<\/strong>, set in a beautifully restored historic mill from the nineteenth century. Besides top-notch food, you&#8217;ll also be wowed by the view over the river. Travelling along the east coast, don&#8217;t miss the celebrated <strong>Freycinet Marine Farm<\/strong>. They pull the oysters straight out of the water here, and seafood lovers swear by it \u263a\ufe0f.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Best_Things_to_See_and_Do_in_Tasmania\"><\/span>20 Best Things to See and Do in Tasmania<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Picking the best of the whole island isn&#8217;t exactly easy, because every part of Tasmania offers a slightly different adventure. But whether you&#8217;re after <strong>dramatic mountain peaks<\/strong>, untouched white-sand beaches, or unique historic sites, these <strong>twenty tips<\/strong> will help you put together an amazing itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some places you&#8217;ll breeze through in a couple of hours; for others, better <strong>set aside a whole day<\/strong> so you don&#8217;t have to rush. Above all, don&#8217;t forget to pack plenty of <strong>snacks and a good playlist<\/strong> for the car, because you&#8217;ll spend a lot of time soaking up stunning views right from the driver&#8217;s seat \ud83d\ude09.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414a499&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414a499\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08.jpg\" alt=\"Saturday market at Salamanca Place in Hobart\" class=\"wp-image-395032\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-08-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: JJ Harrison (https:\/\/www.jjharrison.com.au\/) \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Hobart_and_the_Saturday_Salamanca_Market\"><\/span>1. Hobart and the Saturday Salamanca Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tasmania&#8217;s capital<\/strong> will instantly charm you with its relaxed atmosphere, a world away from the hurried pace of mainland cities. The city sits in the scenic estuary of the River Derwent, its streets lined with beautifully preserved colonial architecture from the nineteenth century, and yet you can reach the wilderness from the centre <strong>in under half an hour<\/strong> \u2014 a combination that captivates travellers most about Hobart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you come at the weekend, you absolutely mustn&#8217;t miss the Saturday Salamanca Market, ranked among the best markets in the entire Southern Hemisphere. It takes place right between the historic sandstone warehouses and offers hundreds of stalls where you can <strong>buy everything from handmade souvenirs to fantastic local delicacies<\/strong>. I definitely recommend tasting freshly roasted coffee and stopping by the stalls with excellent vegetarian specialities, Tasmanian cheeses and fresh baked goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The market gets busiest around noon, so I recommend <strong>heading out first thing in the morning<\/strong> around eight, when you can still have a relaxed <strong>chat with the local artisans<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414a9cd&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414a9cd\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"858\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09.jpg\" alt=\"MONA museum above the River Derwent\" class=\"wp-image-395033\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09-300x143.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09-700x334.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09-768x366.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09-1536x732.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09-696x332.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-09-1392x664.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Jorge L\u00e1scar \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_MONA_Museum\"><\/span>2. MONA Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Museum of Old and New Art, or <a href=\"https:\/\/mona.net.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">MONA<\/a> for short, completely rewrote the way the world sees Tasmania as a destination years ago. Its founder David Walsh jokingly calls it a subversive Disneyland for adults, which perfectly captures the bizarre and fascinating atmosphere of this place. Most of the galleries are underground and windowless, and <strong>the whole visit is designed more as a provocative experience<\/strong> meant to make you think about life, death and art from an entirely different perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An adult ticket costs around AUD 39, and in 2026 the museum boasts, among other things, Julian Charri\u00e8re&#8217;s exhibition Hard Core and an Anselm Kiefer show. Even if you&#8217;re not a die-hard fan of modern art, locals swear that <strong>MONA won&#8217;t leave you cold and you&#8217;ll be thinking about it long after you get home<\/strong>. The museum also has fantastic architecture that cuts deep into the sandstone cliff above the River Derwent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The journey to the museum is an experience in itself if you take the <strong>special catamaran<\/strong> departing from Hobart&#8217;s harbour, where you can pay extra for the <strong>VIP section with a bottomless glass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414aeb4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414aeb4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"687\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10.jpg\" alt=\"View over Hobart from the summit of kunanyi\" class=\"wp-image-395034\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10-300x115.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10-700x267.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10-768x293.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10-1536x586.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10-696x266.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-10-1392x531.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: JJ Harrison (https:\/\/www.jjharrison.com.au\/) \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_kunanyi_Mount_Wellington\"><\/span>3. kunanyi (Mount Wellington)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rising 1,271 metres directly above Hobart is the majestic Mount kunanyi, also known as <strong>Mount Wellington<\/strong>, forming the city&#8217;s inseparable backdrop. A 22-kilometre sealed road, Pinnacle Road, leads all the way to the summit, so you can drive up in an ordinary car in under half an hour, and entry to the whole park <strong>is free<\/strong> on top of that \u2014 making it one of the most accessible alpine areas in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Up top, a harsh tundra climate reigns, and the views over the city, the River Derwent and the distant islands are absolutely breathtaking in clear weather. You do have to reckon, though, that the weather here is extremely changeable and <strong>snow can surprise you at the summit even in the middle of the summer holidays<\/strong>. For that reason, always bring a warm windproof jacket, even if you&#8217;re strolling around the city below in just a T-shirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: During high <strong>bushfire risk<\/strong>, the access road is closed for safety reasons, so before heading up always <strong>check the current situation<\/strong> on the park&#8217;s website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414b2c9&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414b2c9\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11.jpg\" alt=\"Colonial cottages in Battery Point\" class=\"wp-image-395035\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-11-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Tatyana Kozlova \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Battery_Point_and_Colonial_Hobart\"><\/span>4. Battery Point and Colonial Hobart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just behind the bustling Salamanca Place lies the historic district of Battery Point, named after an old artillery battery from 1818. You won&#8217;t find any cannons here today, but the district has perfectly preserved its nineteenth-century maritime character with narrow lanes and small cottages. <strong>A walk through this area is like a trip in a time machine<\/strong>, where you can admire perfectly restored colonial buildings and well-kept gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The heart of the whole district is the iconic Arthur Circus, a picturesque circular little park lined with original workers&#8217; cottages that are now among the most expensive properties in the city. Definitely don&#8217;t skip the famous Kelly&#8217;s Steps either, <strong>historic stone steps connecting this elevated district directly with the harbour promenade<\/strong>. The whole walk is completely free and takes roughly one to two hours, depending on how many times you stop at the local caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: <strong>Battery Point<\/strong> has the best atmosphere in the <strong>late afternoon<\/strong>, when the streets turn golden and the tourist bustle from the nearby markets slowly quietens down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414b77f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414b77f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"753\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12.jpg\" alt=\"Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens in Hobart\" class=\"wp-image-395037\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12-700x293.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12-768x321.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12-1536x643.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12-696x291.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-12-1392x582.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Barrylb at en.wikipedia \/ Wikimedia Commons, Public domain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Botanical_Gardens_and_the_Subantarctic_Glasshouse\"><\/span>5. Botanical Gardens and the Subantarctic Glasshouse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short distance from Hobart&#8217;s centre spread the gorgeous Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, offering the perfect escape from the city buzz into an oasis of calm. Entry is completely free, and you&#8217;ll find an incredible collection of historic trees, vast lawns ideal for an afternoon picnic and carefully tended Japanese gardens. <strong>The gardens were founded back in 1818<\/strong>, making them the second-oldest botanical gardens in all of Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main reason you should come here, though, is the unique Subantarctic Plant House, which has no equal anywhere else in the world. In this specially cooled pavilion <strong>you&#8217;ll find plants brought from the harsh Macquarie Island<\/strong>, with the interior faithfully simulating that frosty climate, mist and even the sound of wind. It&#8217;s an absolutely fascinating experience where you feel the harsh conditions of subantarctic nature first-hand without ever leaving the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The gardens are huge, so <strong>set aside at least two hours<\/strong> for your visit so you have enough time to leisurely explore all the <strong>tucked-away paths and glasshouses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414bbc9&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414bbc9\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1198\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13.jpg\" alt=\"The Cascades Female Factory convict site\" class=\"wp-image-395038\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-13-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Barrylb \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cascades_Female_Factory\"><\/span>6. Cascades Female Factory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tasmania has a very dark convict past, and one of the most powerful places connected to this history is the Cascades Female Factory. This site, now inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, functioned in the nineteenth century as a huge women&#8217;s prison and labour camp. <strong>Over the course of decades, thousands of women and children passed through it<\/strong>, deported here from Britain for often utterly trivial offences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Basic entry costs around AUD 35 per adult and AUD 90 for a whole family, with the site open daily from half past nine in the morning until half past four in the afternoon. Even though the original buildings are mostly just perimeter walls now, <strong>the guides&#8217; accounts of the hard life of the prisoners here are guaranteed to give you goosebumps<\/strong>. The exhibition is handled with incredible sensitivity and gives a voice to women whose fates were completely forgotten for decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: To heighten the experience I recommend paying extra for the <strong>dramatised tour with actors<\/strong>, which draws you into the <strong>harsh reality of life back then<\/strong> far better than the standard commentary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414c01f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414c01f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"292\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14.jpg\" alt=\"The Port Arthur convict settlement\" class=\"wp-image-395039\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14-300x49.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14-700x114.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14-768x125.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14-1536x249.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14-696x113.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-14-1392x226.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: JJ Harrison (https:\/\/www.jjharrison.com.au\/) \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Port_Arthur\"><\/span>7. Port Arthur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Southeast of Hobart lies the legendary Port Arthur, by far the most famous historic landmark on the whole island. This vast penal colony, to which over eighty thousand convicts were sent in the nineteenth century, was one of the most closely guarded prisons in the entire British Empire. <strong>Today the whole site is protected by UNESCO<\/strong> and draws more than a quarter of a million visitors from around the world each year, all wanting to absorb its sombre atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you walk through the ruins of the huge prison and the gardens the prisoners built themselves, it&#8217;s hard to believe this place was real. The site has its modern tragic chapter too, but today it serves above all as a stunning open-air museum that <strong>documents the brutal system of convict labour in painstaking detail<\/strong>. A ticket is usually valid for two days and includes a short boat trip to the nearby Isle of the Dead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you&#8217;re not easily spooked, <strong>stay in Port Arthur<\/strong> until dark and join the famous evening tour with local <strong>ghost stories and legends<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414c416&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414c416\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1161\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15.jpg\" alt=\"The Neck sandy isthmus on Bruny Island\" class=\"wp-image-395041\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15-700x452.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15-1536x991.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15-696x449.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-15-1392x898.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: JJ Harrison (https:\/\/www.jjharrison.com.au\/) \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Bruny_Island\"><\/span>8. Bruny Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you long for a taste of the very best that Tasmanian nature and gastronomy offer in concentrated form, you have to head to nearby Bruny Island. You get here on a short ferry from the town of Kettering, and right after landing you&#8217;re greeted by rugged coastal scenery with lighthouses and endless beaches. <strong>The island is effectively split into a northern and a southern half<\/strong>, joined by the narrow sandy isthmus of The Neck with its iconic lookout reached via wooden steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the gorgeous scenery, travellers come here above all for the <strong>outstanding food<\/strong>, because the island works like one giant local pantry. You can spend a whole day driving between small farms and trying utterly fantastic cheeses from the famous local cheesery, freshly baked bread or excellent local beer. If you have any weakness for good food at all, <strong>Bruny Island<\/strong> will win you over \u2014 just spend a day hopping from farm to farm and tasting whatever you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The ferries to the island get very busy <strong>in the summer season<\/strong>, so arrive at the port <strong>well in advance<\/strong> so you don&#8217;t have to wait around for the next crossing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414c8cd&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414c8cd\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1566\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16.jpg\" alt=\"A wombat on Maria Island\" class=\"wp-image-395042\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16-300x261.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16-700x609.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16-768x668.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16-1536x1336.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16-696x606.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-16-1392x1211.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Charles J. Sharp \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Maria_Island_and_Wombats\"><\/span>9. Maria Island and Wombats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Travelling along the east coast, you mustn&#8217;t skip the detour to the port of Triabunna, from where the ferry departs for the fascinating Maria Island. A return ticket costs an adult AUD 59, and the thirty-minute crossing transports you to a place where time has stopped and <strong>where all motor vehicles are strictly banned<\/strong>. You can move around the island only on foot or by rented bike, which only heightens the feeling of being perfectly cut off from civilisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main reason everyone comes here, though, is the incredible concentration of wildlife, which has earned the island the nickname of Tasmania&#8217;s Noah&#8217;s Ark. It&#8217;s the <strong>adorable wombats grazing carefree on the lawns<\/strong> who let you approach very close \u2014 something you&#8217;ll rarely be lucky enough to experience in the wild anywhere else. Besides the animals, you&#8217;ll also find the stunning geological formations of the Painted Cliffs, reached after just under five kilometres of comfortable walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The <strong>Painted Cliffs<\/strong>, beautifully coloured by iron oxide into red-orange stripes, are <strong>accessible only at low tide<\/strong>, so check the tide tables in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414cd05&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414cd05\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17.jpg\" alt=\"Rocky coast near Bicheno, where penguins return at dusk\" class=\"wp-image-395044\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-17-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: JJ Harrison (https:\/\/www.jjharrison.com.au\/) \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Bicheno_and_Penguins\"><\/span>10. Bicheno and Penguins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The seaside town of Bicheno is an ideal stop for restocking supplies and resting while exploring the east coast. The local beaches of fine white sand and turquoise water invite you for walks, while along the shore you can admire, for free, a natural phenomenon called the blowhole, where sea waves shoot high into the air through cracks in the rocks under pressure. <strong>It&#8217;s a very peaceful place with a pleasant sleepy vibe<\/strong>, where time is measured by the tide rather than the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With nightfall, though, the main show that made Bicheno famous far and wide takes place. Little penguins return from the sea to the local beaches, and <strong>you can join an organised evening tour for AUD 56 to 76<\/strong> to watch them in their natural habitat. 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Wineglass Bay and Freycinet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Freycinet National Park is the jewel of the east coast and home to probably the most photographed beach on the entire island. The trail to the famous lookout over Wineglass Bay, whose shape resembles a perfect wine glass, <strong>measures roughly 2.6 kilometres and the climb takes you an hour to an hour and a half<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a moderately demanding route on which you&#8217;ll break a sweat, but the view from the upper platform over the incredibly blue water and white sand is definitely worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many tourists turn back to the car after photographing the panorama, but travellers strongly recommend continuing down the path right to the beach. If you do the full eleven-kilometre loop via Hazards Beach, <strong>you&#8217;ll escape the main crowds and experience the true untouched beauty of the park<\/strong>, with the whole hike taking roughly four to five hours. For the most capable adventurers, there&#8217;s also a steep climb up Mount Amos, from which the view over the bay is absolutely unbeatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Before you set off on the hike, always <strong>check the current alerts<\/strong> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/parks.tas.gov.au\/alerts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official national parks website<\/a>, because occasionally there&#8217;s trail maintenance or a <strong>fire risk<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414d759&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414d759\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19.jpg\" alt=\"Lighthouse at Cape Tourville\" class=\"wp-image-395046\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-19-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: VirtualSteve \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Cape_Tourville_and_Friendly_Beaches\"><\/span>12. Cape Tourville and Friendly Beaches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t have enough time or energy for long hikes, Freycinet National Park also offers much easier ways to enjoy its gorgeous nature. A great choice is the lookout loop around the lighthouse at Cape Tourville, which you can walk in a pleasant twenty minutes. <strong>The wooden boardwalk winds high above the cliffs and offers fantastic panoramic views<\/strong> of the jagged coast and endless ocean, with only a mild incline to reckon with, so the route isn&#8217;t fully wheelchair-accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another hidden gem of the park, which many tourists don&#8217;t know about, are the sprawling Friendly Beaches, lying on the northern edge of the protected area. A nine-kilometre gravel road leads to them, but at its end <strong>you&#8217;re rewarded with kilometres of untouched white sand where you might well be completely alone<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll also find a basic campsite here, available at no extra charge if you already have your Parks Pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The views from the <strong>Cape Tourville lighthouse<\/strong> are especially magical early in the morning <strong>at sunrise<\/strong>, when the surrounding granite rocks turn incredible shades of pink and orange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414db82&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414db82\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20.jpg\" alt=\"Orange lichen-covered boulders at the Bay of Fires\" class=\"wp-image-395047\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-20-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Diego Delso \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Bay_of_Fires\"><\/span>13. Bay of Fires<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right at the northeast of the island lies the Bay of Fires area, which the prestigious BBC once ranked among the eight best beach destinations in the world, and it&#8217;s no wonder. This long strip of coast is characterised by its dazzlingly white sand, incredibly clean turquoise water and <strong>above all the huge granite boulders covered in bright orange lichen<\/strong>. It&#8217;s precisely this dramatic colour contrast that will keep your camera in your hand the whole time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A great base for exploring this area is the little town of St Helens, lying about two hours&#8217; drive from Launceston, from where you can easily reach the southern entrance at Binalong Bay. The whole Bay of Fires stretches for kilometres to the north and <strong>offers endless possibilities for long walks along empty beaches<\/strong>, shell hunting or simply watching the ocean. Entry to this protected area is also completely free, so you can easily spend several days here just soaking up that wonderful seaside atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The name <strong>Bay of Fires<\/strong> didn&#8217;t come from the orange stones, but from Captain Tobias Furneaux, who from his ship saw the <strong>fires of the Aboriginal inhabitants<\/strong> blazing along the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414dff6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414dff6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1012\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21.jpg\" alt=\"Cataract Gorge in Launceston\" class=\"wp-image-395048\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-21-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Thomas Calderbank from warrnambool \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Launceston_and_Cataract_Gorge\"><\/span>14. Launceston and Cataract Gorge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Launceston is the island&#8217;s second-largest city and offers a completely different atmosphere from seaside Hobart. It sits deep inland at the confluence of three rivers and boasts beautifully preserved Victorian architecture, many great parks and an excellent coffee culture. The absolute biggest draw, located surprisingly close to the very centre, though, is the <strong>fascinating natural Cataract Gorge, where entry is completely free<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This deep river gorge, lined with steep cliffs, feels as if it were transplanted from an entirely different part of the world. You can stroll across a suspension bridge, cool off in the First Basin public pool in the summer months, or watch peacocks wandering across the lawns. An experience you supposedly shouldn&#8217;t miss here is a <strong>ride on the historic chairlift with the world&#8217;s longest single span (a full 308 metres), which will cost you roughly ten to twenty dollars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The gorge is especially impressive <strong>after heavy rain<\/strong>, when the otherwise calm river turns into a <strong>roaring force<\/strong> tumbling over giant boulders through the narrow canyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414e711&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414e711\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1199\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22.jpg\" alt=\"Vineyards and landscape in the Tamar Valley\" class=\"wp-image-395049\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-22-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: unknown author \/ Wikimedia Commons, Public domain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Tamar_Valley_and_Sparkling_Wines\"><\/span>15. Tamar Valley and Sparkling Wines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just beyond Launceston stretches the picturesque <strong>Tamar Valley<\/strong>, which is the oldest and <strong>largest wine region<\/strong> in all of Tasmania. You&#8217;ll find more than thirty different wineries scattered across the gentle slopes around the river, offering fantastic views over the landscape. The cooler local climate is absolutely ideal for growing varieties like pinot noir and chardonnay, from which truly excellent wines are made here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The valley is renowned above all for one particular speciality \u2014 the <strong>production of top-class sparkling wines that rank among the very best in all of Australia<\/strong>. Travellers and wine lovers hugely praise the local tastings, because unlike the big commercial wineries on the mainland, you often get the chance to talk directly with the winemakers themselves. It&#8217;s a very relaxed and friendly experience, where you can enjoy the views over the vineyards and taste excellent local cheeses that pair perfectly with the wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: For carefree exploring of the valley, I recommend booking an <strong>organised tour from Launceston<\/strong> so you <strong>don&#8217;t have to worry about driving<\/strong> and can enjoy the tastings to the full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414ed95&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414ed95\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23.jpg\" alt=\"Bridestowe lavender fields in full bloom\" class=\"wp-image-395050\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-23-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Rowan.M.McDonald \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Bridestowe_Lavender_Estate\"><\/span>16. Bridestowe Lavender Estate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About an hour&#8217;s drive northeast of Launceston is a place that looks as if it fell straight out of a catalogue about the French Provence. Bridestowe Lavender Estate is one of the largest lavender farms in the world, and <strong>when the fields bloom in the summer months, the landscape transforms into an endless sea of rich purple<\/strong>. The air is completely saturated with an intoxicating scent at that time, and the sight of perfectly curved rows of lavender stretching to the horizon is simply fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main blooming season runs roughly from mid-December to late January, when the farm bursts at the seams under the wave of photographers and nature lovers. Entry to the grounds is currently free, but it&#8217;s best to check on <a href=\"https:\/\/bridestowelavender.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">their official website<\/a> before your trip, as this can change. Visitors highly praise the on-site caf\u00e9, where <strong>you can taste all sorts of lavender specialities, including the popular ice cream<\/strong>, which is not only delicious but also looks great in photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you want to <strong>avoid the biggest crowds<\/strong> during peak bloom, arrive <strong>right at opening time<\/strong>, when the light for photography is best anyway and you have the rows to yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414f3af&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414f3af\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24.jpg\" alt=\"Boatshed at Dove Lake below Cradle Mountain\" class=\"wp-image-395051\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-24-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: BennyG3255 \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Cradle_Mountain_and_Dove_Lake\"><\/span>17. Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cradle Mountain National Park is clearly the most iconic natural landmark on the whole island and a place that mustn&#8217;t be missing from any itinerary. The jagged peak of the mountain rising above the dark waters of the glacial Dove Lake is a scene that just about everyone knows from postcards and brochures. Given its immense popularity, there&#8217;s a <strong>well-developed system of mandatory shuttle buses<\/strong> that take you from the visitor centre right to the lake, protecting the fragile local nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most visitors, the main goal is the comfortable six-kilometre loop around the lake itself, which you can manage in two to three hours without much effort. But if you crave a proper adventure, set off on the <strong>demanding climb to the summit of Cradle Mountain itself, a roughly eight-hour hike<\/strong> involving steep scrambling over huge boulders. Another popular stop in the park is the short but magical twenty-minute Enchanted Walk, where you&#8217;ll feel like you&#8217;re in a fairy tale in a forest full of moss. It&#8217;s ideal to set aside at least two to three days for this area so you can head out on longer hikes or relax at the local spa with a view of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: On the grassy plains around the <strong>Ronny Creek bus stop<\/strong>, you can very often see <strong>wild wombats<\/strong>, especially in the late afternoon when they come out to feed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce414fbcf&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce414fbcf\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1202\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25.jpg\" alt=\"The marked Overland Track through the Tasmanian wilderness\" class=\"wp-image-395052\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-25-1392x930.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Davidjones2758 \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Overland_Track\"><\/span>18. Overland Track<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For lovers of multi-day treks, Tasmania represents one of the biggest dream destinations, thanks to the famous Overland Track. This legendary trek measures sixty-five kilometres and usually takes six days of walking through the wildest and most remote landscape on the island. <strong>The route starts right at Cradle Mountain and leads through rugged mountain terrain<\/strong>, deep valleys, ancient rainforests and peat bogs all the way to the beautiful Lake St Clair in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Completing this trek, though, requires really careful planning and good physical fitness, because you have to carry all your food and gear on your back. In the main season from October to May, <strong>booking a permit in advance is absolutely mandatory and the direction of travel is strictly set from north to south<\/strong>, to prevent congestion on the trail. The price of this permit keeps rising \u2014 currently it comes to around three hundred dollars \u2014 but always double-check the exact amount well in advance on the national parks website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The weather on the trek is <strong>extremely changeable<\/strong> and a snowstorm can trap you in a hut even in the middle of summer, so don&#8217;t underestimate quality gear and <strong>plenty of spare food<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce4150297&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce4150297\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26.jpg\" alt=\"Lighthouse at the mouth of the Gordon River, where boats set out from Strahan\" class=\"wp-image-395053\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-26-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Juan Jose Basagoiti Mancera \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Strahan_Gordon_River_and_Queenstown\"><\/span>19. Strahan, Gordon River and Queenstown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tasmania&#8217;s west coast is wild, inhospitable and incredibly fascinating, and its notional centre is the small fishing town of Strahan. Most people head here for the famous scenic cruises along the dark Gordon River, which take you deep into the heart of untouched, UNESCO-listed wilderness. <strong>During the cruise you&#8217;ll see the ominous Hells Gates strait and the ruins of the old convict colony on Sarah Island<\/strong>, an experience travellers love to look back on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the way west you&#8217;ll definitely pass through the mining <strong>town of Queenstown<\/strong>, which will shock you at first sight with its utterly barren, lunar landscape. Decades of ruthless copper mining and acid rain from the smelters destroyed practically all the vegetation on the surrounding hills, although nature has been slowly starting to return here in recent years. And one more thing: if you have a free morning, it&#8217;s worth taking a ride on the historic steam rack railway, the <strong>West Coast Wilderness Railway<\/strong> (it pushes through dense rainforest and the views from the windows are worth it).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The road connecting Hobart with Queenstown is full of <strong>endless hairpin bends and steep drops<\/strong>, so <strong>allow considerably more time<\/strong> for the drive than you&#8217;d estimate from the map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce4150a4f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce4150a4f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1472\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27.jpg\" alt=\"The Russell Falls cascades in Mount Field\" class=\"wp-image-395054\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27-300x245.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27-700x572.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27-768x628.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27-1536x1256.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27-696x569.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-27-1392x1138.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: JJ Harrison (https:\/\/www.jjharrison.com.au\/) \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Mount_Field_and_Russell_Falls\"><\/span>20. Mount Field and Russell Falls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mount Field National Park is one of the very oldest protected areas on the island, and travellers love it above all for its great accessibility from the capital. It lies about an hour&#8217;s drive west of Hobart and, in a relatively small area, offers enormous diversity from rainforests at lower elevations to alpine tarns up top. <strong>A huge advantage is that entry is fully included in your Parks Pass<\/strong>, so you can spend a whole day here at no extra cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The park&#8217;s biggest magnet is undoubtedly the gorgeous Russell Falls, which tumble in several cascades over huge ferns and moss-covered rocks. The path to them is <strong>completely easy, fully wheelchair-accessible and reaches them from the visitor centre in barely twenty minutes<\/strong>, making it an ideal stop for everyone. If you have more energy, you can continue on a steeper trail to other nearby waterfalls or drive all the way up to Lake Dobson, where the longer alpine hikes begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you stay in the park <strong>until it&#8217;s fully dark<\/strong>, bring a torch and walk along the trail to the waterfalls, where <strong>hundreds of tiny glow-worms<\/strong> light up the damp banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce4151105&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce4151105\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1196\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28.jpg\" alt=\"A glass of single malt, a Tasmanian speciality\" class=\"wp-image-395055\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28-700x465.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28-696x462.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-clanky-tasmanie-28-1392x925.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Pixabay \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Taste_of_Tasmania_Whisky_Wine_and_Cheese\"><\/span>The Taste of Tasmania: Whisky, Wine and Cheese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In recent years, Tasmania has grown into one of the most prestigious gastronomic destinations in the world, and its products are steadily building a serious international reputation. If you enjoy quality spirits, you&#8217;ll definitely be thrilled to learn that the local <strong>Sullivans Cove distillery won the title of the world&#8217;s best single malt whisky in 2014<\/strong>, beating the competition from Scotland and Japan for the first time in history. Another huge name is the local brand Lark, so you can enjoy fantastic tastings all over the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wine lovers will feel like they&#8217;re in paradise here, because the cooler climate perfectly suits varieties like pinot noir and the production of top-class sparkling wines. <strong>Head out for tastings in the renowned Tamar Valley or Coal River Valley<\/strong>, where local winemakers will enthusiastically show you around their picturesque vineyards and let you sample the best from their cellars. Good drinks, of course, go hand in hand with great food, and Tasmania excels above all in producing fantastic artisan cheeses, which are well worth the trip to the aforementioned Bruny Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The island was once often nicknamed the Apple Isle thanks to its huge historic apple exports, and this tradition is kept alive today by producers of excellent local ciders that you&#8217;ll find in every decent pub. <strong>Travellers also hugely praise the local bakeries, market stalls and caf\u00e9s<\/strong>, where you get the best of the local harvest, from fresh truffles to raspberries and blueberries straight from the farm. Whatever you decide to taste, you can be sure it was grown or made with maximum respect for the surrounding rugged nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a95ce41516ec&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a95ce41516ec\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1174\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil.jpg\" alt=\"A Tasmanian devil, which you&#039;ll practically never meet in the wild\" class=\"wp-image-395063\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil-700x457.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil-1536x1002.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil-696x454.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/australie-tasmanie-devil-1392x908.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Itinerary_7_10_or_14_Days\"><\/span>Itinerary: 7, 10 or 14 Days<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planning your route around Tasmania depends a lot on the time you have, but generally it&#8217;s recommended to <strong>drive around the island clockwise, starting in Hobart<\/strong>. If you only have 7 days, focus primarily on the coastal highlights. From Hobart, head southeast to historic Port Arthur, then make your way up the east coast to the gorgeous Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay, and devote the last days to either the northern beaches of the Bay of Fires or a swing inland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With 10 days you can already fit the island&#8217;s biggest mountain gem into your itinerary and enjoy travelling at a much calmer pace. After exploring the east coast, you&#8217;ll have <strong>enough time to move on to Launceston (roughly 198 kilometres from Hobart) and then for a two-day stop in Cradle Mountain National Park<\/strong>, which lies another 140 kilometres to the west. You&#8217;ll also have room for wine tastings in the Tamar Valley or penguin watching on the east coast, without any needless stress behind the wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a complete circuit including the wild and remote west coast, ideally set aside 14 days. This plan lets you explore the mysterious Gordon River at Strahan, drive through the fascinating lunar landscape around Queenstown and return to Hobart via the central highlands. Always remember that <strong>distances on the map are terribly deceptive, and the drive from Hobart to Cradle Mountain (293 kilometres) takes you almost four hours<\/strong> of pure driving on winding roads, so don&#8217;t plan your daily legs too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Go_Next\"><\/span>Where to Go Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re drawn to exploring Down Under and thinking about a broader itinerary, take a look at our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/australia-holiday-best-places\/\">Holiday in Australia: 30 Most Beautiful Places + Practical Tips<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find plenty more inspiration. For those combining a visit to Tasmania with mainland cities, our guide <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/melbourne-australia-things-to-do\/\">Melbourne, Australia: 23 Things to See and Do<\/a> or the detailed article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/adelaide-australia-things-to-do\/\">Adelaide, Australia: 18 Things to See and Do<\/a> will come in handy. And if you crave a tropical contrast to Tasmania&#8217;s rugged nature, definitely don&#8217;t miss the tips on the <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/great-barrier-coral-reef-guide\/\">Great Barrier Reef: Trips, Prices and How to Experience It<\/a>. The logistics of long drives themselves are covered by our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/australia-roadtrip-routes-costs\/\">Road Trip Around Australia: Visas, Routes, Prices<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_in_Tasmania\"><\/span>How many days in Tasmania?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For a quick visit to the most famous coastal spots, 7 days will be enough, but for a more relaxed exploration of the island including the west coast and mountains, plan for 10 to 14 days instead. Tasmania is deceptively large and transfers along winding roads take much more time than it appears on the map.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fly_or_take_the_ferry\"><\/span>Fly or take the ferry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Flights from Melbourne or Sydney are very fast and often the cheaper option, especially if you rent a car on arrival. The Spirit of Tasmania ferry is better suited to travellers who have their own campervan and plan to stay on the island for a considerably longer time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_car\"><\/span>Do I need a car?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, without your own or a rental car you&#8217;ll find Tasmania practically impossible to navigate, because public transport outside the main cities is extremely limited. Most national parks and remote beaches are only accessible by your own vehicle, so a car is an absolute necessity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Parks_Pass_and_which_one_is_worth_it\"><\/span>What is a Parks Pass and which one is worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A Parks Pass is a mandatory permit for entry into national parks, and if you&#8217;re planning a classic road trip around the island, by far the best value is the two-month Holiday Pass. It costs 98.35 AUD per vehicle and covers entry to all parks except the shuttle bus fee at Cradle Mountain.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit\"><\/span>When is the best time to visit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For hiking and outdoor activities, the best time is the summer period from December to February, when days last up to fifteen hours, but you&#8217;ll need to expect large crowds of tourists. Spring and autumn offer beautiful colours and more peace, while in winter you can see the aurora australis in the south of the island and save on accommodation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Tasmania_expensive\"><\/span>Is Tasmania expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For tourists, Tasmania can be quite costly, especially when it comes to accommodation in smaller locations near national parks during the summer season. Restaurant food prices are slightly higher than in Sydney, but you can save a lot of money by buying groceries at supermarkets and camping.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_one_day_enough_for_Cradle_Mountain\"><\/span>Is one day enough for Cradle Mountain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For a quick walk around Dove Lake and a few photos, one day will be enough, but you&#8217;ll miss out on a lot of experiences. Ideally, set aside at least two to three days for this area so you can tackle longer hikes or relax in the local spa with views over nature.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wineglass_Bay_just_the_lookout_or_walk_down\"><\/span>Wineglass Bay: just the lookout, or walk down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The climb to the lookout takes about an hour to an hour and a half and offers you the iconic view of the bay, but it tends to be absolutely packed with people. Travellers therefore strongly recommend spending more time on the full eleven-kilometre circuit and walking down directly to the beach, where you&#8217;ll experience amazing tranquillity without the crowds.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600008\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_I_see_a_Tasmanian_devil\"><\/span>Will I see a Tasmanian devil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In the wild, your chances of spotting a Tasmanian devil are virtually zero, because these animals are very shy, active at night, and suffer from a serious facial disease that has drastically reduced their population. However, rescue centres and sanctuaries are a sure bet, such as Bonorong near Hobart, where you can meet them face to face.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1787478600009\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_drive_after_dark\"><\/span>Is it safe to drive after dark?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s definitely not safe and car rental companies often warn against it themselves, because Tasmania has a huge number of animals hit on the roads. 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