You can also click on the icons on the map to see names of the places I have marked. I will be talking about them as I break the itinerary down day by day. I spent 5 months working and travelling around Tasmania during my working holiday year in Australia and though I still didn't manage to see everything I wanted to see, I certainly have been there longer than an average visitor. Since photography and being outdoors are my two favorite things I wanted to put together an itinerary that will encompass both great places to photograph and best places to hike in Tasmania.
You can just simply fly here from mainland Australia, pick up you rental car right at the airport without having have to spend money getting a taxi or shuttle bus into town.
You will then travel counterclockwise through some of the most scenic spots on the island including Freycinet, Cradle Mountain and Mount Field National Park, just to name a few. In this case you can start your exploration in Cradle Mountain NP and follow the loop from there. A city is still a city however and chances are you came to Tasmania to do an adventure road trip and to get some fresh air in your lungs.
Mount Wellington is about a half an hour drive 20km to the west of the city. It's quiet common to have an inversion day when on the top. With clouds rolling just below the peak, Mount Wellington is a perfect introduction to Tasmania's landscape. Sunday is the Farmers Market which is way less touristy than Salamanca and a great chance to pick up super fresh fruit and veggies for your journey.
Pickled Frog Hostel. If you are solo traveller, it will be a great place to kick off your road trip and meet fellow backpackers. Alabama Hotel. Salamanca Inn. One of the top picks in Hobart. Located in the best part of the city and short walk from all the attractions.
The drive to the Tasman Peninsula should take you about an hour and a half of continuous driving. Continuous driving however is not going to happen. You should stop at the beautiful geological attractions at Eaglehawk Neck.
The Tessellated Pavement photo above is my favourite spot especially for sunrise as it look East. These are my favourite two:. A beautiful hike in the south west of the peninsula. The 14km 5 hour return walk gives you a chance to see Ship Sterns Bluff from the first lookout. Situated on the eastern side of the peninsula. The undulating 8km and 4 hour return track gives spectacular cliff views.
Visit Porth Arthur's famous historic prison. If you are not easily scared consider joining the night tour around the prison. Port Arthur Holiday Park. Four Seasons Holiday Cottages. Stewarts Bay Lodge. The Freycinet peninsula is one of the most stunning pieces of land in all of Australia and it's also one of the oldest national parks too.
Hike to the top of Mount Amos photo above. The famous viewpoint here of Wineglass Bay can be seen best from the top of Mount Amos which is relatively steep, 3 hour uphill, 4km return walk. Be warned this should not be attempted in the wet conditions as the rocks become very slippery.
If the weather isn't in your favour do the less extreme walk to the viewpoint overlooking the bay. For trail conditions and maps visit the visitor centre located right at the park entry. Photograph the Hazards. If you love to photograph seascapes this spot is for you. Mount Amos is amongst one of the peaks in the range.
The best spot to snap a photo of them is at the opposite end of the bay, looking just across towards the range. Both sunset and sunrise will work. Big4 lluka on Freycinet. Malting Lagoon Guest House.
Freycinet Lodge. Sit on your butt down and enjoy the beach at the Binalong Bay located at the southern tip of Bay of Fires. The sand here is so fine it will squick under your feet as you walk along the shore. This is a perfect place to take a break from hiking, sip few cocktails on the beach and enjoy the sea breeze. If you are the type that simply can't sit still you should drive along the Bay and search for some awesome photography spots.
The rock formations and the bright orange colours make for some awesome compositions. Since you are facing east sunrise is the best time for capturing memorable shots. Big4 St Helens Holiday Park. Imagine waking up amongst the tree tops to the sound of chirping birds and the sea waves. It sells quickly so make sure to book quick. Cradle Mountain National Park is my favourite place in Tassie and if there is one place you should stop longer than one night this is it!
I've worked just at the border of this National Park for total of 4 months and still didn't get my fill. It's kilometres from St Helens in the Bay of Fires. The entry fee is just 10 dollars and you can admire the purple fields, which seem to have no end. Make sure to try their lavender ice cream or tea as well! After getting your dose of the moreish lavender smell, drive to Launceston to stock up on food before going to Cradle Mountain.
You can thank me later! In Cradle Mountain National Park hiking and photography go hand in hand, so if you are after some awesome shots from your travels be prepared to break the sweat. The trails in the park are very well maintained and marked.
Pleas note that there are a few spots where the chains have been placed and where you will have to scramble a bit. Most walks start from Dove lake car park. After the Dove Lake Circuit this is the most popular hike in the park and for a good reason. There are two ways you can get there. The second path leads from the Dove Lake car park and takes you via Wombat Pool. If you do the hike in the late afternoon it's pretty common to meet wombats on the trail, this is the reason it's so popular.
There is also a third alternative route to Marion's lookout called the link track , though shorter in distance it is a lot more steep and best to avoid, especially during bad weather conditions.
Whichever way you choose account for at least hours roundtrip. The walk starts from the main carpark at the northern end of Dove Lake. The most popular route which goes around the Wombat Pool ascends firstly to Marion's Lookout. The last hour is the hard part, climbing over big, but easily manageable, boulders. You can make a lunch stop at the Kitchen Hut to recharge your batteries before the last push.
Do yourself a favour and leave your heavy bag there whilst getting up to the summit. Remember to still carry your water though. If you are after something less demanding on your knees this one is for you. The circuit is a great introductory walk to the park. The trailhead leaves again from the Dove Lake carpark. It will be a bit easier that way. Your first stop will be the famous Boat shed where photographers from all over the world swarm to capture this famous scene.
Take either the kilometre mile direct route or the scenic 2. Derby is home to world-class mountain biking trails as well as lovely antique and craft stores. Browse the town's shops, head to the trails or take a rejuvenating plunge into Lake Derby at the Floating Sauna. In town, you can visit art galleries and museums including the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery or the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania , while just a short walk from the city centre lies Cataract Gorge.
If you have a day to spare, take a day trip north from Launceston. Golf enthusiasts will marvel at the beautifully designed Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links , located just an hour from Launceston by car.
Alternatively, for something more laidback, head to Tamar Valley , which sits just north of Launceston along a calm estuary. Enjoy wines from over 20 vineyards that dot the shores of the valley. Then drive north for another 40 minutes until you hit Devonport, a bustling coastal city known for its great beaches and walking and cycling tracks. Stroll the waterfront, surf at the Bluff and row or sail the Mersey River. See wildlife at Narawntapu National Park , where kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and pademelons graze peacefully — you may even spot a Tasmanian devil.
Head back along the coast for a leisurely hour-long drive through the seaside villages of Ulverstone , Burnie and tulip-filled Wynyard. End the day an hour away in Stanley, a fishing village framed by the volcanic outcrop known as The Nut.
Ride The Nut Chairlift to explore the plateau; a two-kilometre 1. If you'd like to take your vantage point even higher, consider a scenic flight with Osborne Helitours. You'll take to the skies to gaze down upon dramatic coastline and off-shore islands. There's even a paddock to plate tour that combines the best of Tasmania's scenery and cuisine. After your feet are back on the ground, visit Stanley Village for boutique accommodation and a restaurant right on the waterfront. Clair National Park.
Climb Cradle Mountain or walk around the mirrored waters of Dove Lake. Sit down to lunch at the upscale Highland Restaurant located within the luxury Cradle Mountain Lodge. To really appreciate the beauty of the national park, take a scenic flight with Cradle Mountain Helicopters.
Alternatively, go fly fishing in the clear mountain streams and Dove Lake between September and April, or spot wallabies, wombats and possums on a nocturnal wildlife tour. Stay overnight at the family friendly Cradle Mountain Hotel or at the incredible Pumphouse Point , a converted hydroelectric pumphouse suspended over the water. This kilometre mile drive, which passes through forests and shimmering lakes, will steer you to Queenstown , which once held the world's richest gold and copper mine.
In Queenstown you can join an underground mine tour or walk among the wilderness to scenic lookouts. Enjoy lunch at The Empire , a grand landmark hotel, which hints at the grandeur of Queenstown's past. Spend the afternoon kayaking on Macquarie Harbour or walk along windswept Ocean Beach, the longest beach in Tasmania.
Stop in Tarraleah , a 2. Located on the Freycinet Peninsula, on the east coast of Tasmania, there are many hiking trails and viewpoints to see this stunning National Park. Wineglass Bay is about 2. Most accommodation is located around Coles Bay, ranging from camping to luxury lodges. There is plenty of hiking and biking trails around the mountain, as well as rock climbing for the adventurous at heart. This is undoubtedly one of the best free things to do in Hobart. Tasmania is a haven for serious and amateur hikers.
The island has various trails available from half-hour walks to spectacular viewpoints, to 6-day long treks in the remote wilderness. Cradle Mountain also offers several day-hikes. For serious hikers, the epic 46 km coastal trail along the Three Capes Track is sure to impress. Tasmania also offers many multi-day lodge-to-lodge treks, where you hike km during the day and stay in luxury lodges overnight, with multi-course food and wine experiences — the epitome of luxury adventure travel.
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