A hop, skip and jump across the Bass Strait and you’ll find yourself exploring the natural marvels of the Apple Isle. Make sure to escape the larger cities and immerse yourself in the state’s calming countryside where you’ll find a land of luscious forests, mesmerising waterfalls, towering peaks, an abundance of wildlife and several World Heritage-Listed wilderness locations. I would of course require pages and pages to cover all of Tassie’s great natural wonders, with spectacular wilderness completely encompassing the island so have picked the standouts from a long list of bests!
Cradle
Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park
Pristine
wilderness, glacial lakes, icy streams cascading down rugged mountains,
captivating scenery teeming with wildlife and some of the freshest air you can
take in. Nestled in the centre is the iconic Cradle Mountain and situated right
on the edge of this World Heritage listed site is the iconic Peppers Cradle
Mountain Lodge. Explore the myriad of nature walks and hikes throughout the
park, all at varying lengths and fitness levels, while you breathe in possibly
some of the cleanest air in Australia. A stroll along the Enchanted Walk is a
perfect start as you become completely mesmerised by your surroundings and for
the serious hikers, the Overland Track, Australia’s premier alpine walk at 65
kilometres and six days of trekking. If you are travelling here during the
colder months, prepare for a magical winter wonderland with ample warm clothes
packed!
Freycinet
National Park
Located on
the East Coast of Tasmania, an inspiring mix of white sand beaches, azure
waters, secluded bays and the pink granite mountains known as the Hazards. This
national park is full of natural wonders, rich landscapes and renowned
Wineglass Bay, with it’s lookout of the states most photographed views and well
worth the moderate 90 minute walk from the carpark. Don’t miss the pristine
Friendly Beaches, welcoming remoteness, with the trail here listed as one of
Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks.
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Bruny Island
This is
amazing and you must visit if your itinerary allows. It is Tasmania’s most
beautifully preserved natural environments teeming with local wildlife such as fairy
penguins, albatross, wedge tailed eagles, fur seals and more. In addition to
wild and spectacular scenery and fantastic walking trails it has everything you
could hope for in a pure wilderness encounter. Yet another plus side to this
island still, as if it needs anymore, is that it is a gourmet food haven,
producing artisan cheeses and produce, wines, spirits and the freshest of
seafood.
Bay of Fires
White sandy
beaches and a crystal-clear ocean, it’s certainly one of Tasmania’s prettiest
and most surprising natural wonders. Named so back in 1773 by Captain Tobias
Furneaux who viewed the fires alight along the coastline by the Indigenous
inhabitants. Binalong Bay is the main beach here perfect for swimming,
snorkelling and basing yourself for further exploring. It has a real sense of
‘undiscovered’ as you are completely surrounded by local wildlife and unspoilt,
rugged coastal beauty as far as the eye can see.
Russell
Falls
This would
have to be one of Tasmania’s best, if not the best, picturesque waterfalls.
Located in Mt Field National park in yet another World Heritage-Listed
Wilderness Area for the state. The striking nature of the falls is aided by the
water seemingly cascading down steps surrounded by lush, green rainforest,
making for a spectacular view and photos. Accessibility is great also, with a
lovely 20 minute roundtrip trail and boardwalk passing through impressive
greenery and tall tree ferns along the way. If time permits, make sure to visit
the magical Horseshoe Falls and Lady Barron Falls via another moderate trail
with more all-encompassing beautiful wilderness and complete serenity.
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