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Dark Sky Week in Southern Tasmania

Home » Blog » International Dark Sky Week in Southern Tasmania 13–20 April 2026 Some of the darkest skies on the planet are right here,

Ultimate Guide to Spring in Hobart and Southern Tasmania

Apple Blossoms. Dover, Far South Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Discover Southern Tasmania’s spectacular spring season. From cherry blossoms in Hobart to apple orchards in Huon Valley, your complete guide to Tasmania’s best spring experiences

Southern Tasmania’s Top Spring Activities Revealed

Puddleduck Vineyard. Image Credit: Tourism Australia

Discover spring activities in Southern Tasmania. From apple blossoms to whale watching, wildflowers to cider tastings, ultimate spring guide.

Best Things to Do in the Coal River Valley, Tasmania

Richmond Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Just beyond Hobart, the Coal River Valley brings together some of Tasmania’s best cool-climate wine, generous local produce and the historic village of Richmond. Spend a day wandering old streets, meeting some unusual locals and settling in for a long vineyard lunch, or stay overnight and take your time.

Mavista Rainforest Walking Track on Bruny Island

Mavista Rainforest Walk, Bruny Island. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Tucked away in the heart of South Bruny Island, the Mavista Picnic Area and Walking Track offers a peaceful escape into lush, cool-temperate rainforest. This

Inala Jurassic Garden – Bruny Island

Inala Jurassic Garden, New Holland Honeyeater. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Inala Jurassic Garden on South Bruny Island showcases over 750 plant species that trace their origins back to Gondwana. Founded by botanist Dr Tonia Cochran,

30 Best Bushwalks and Short Walks in Southern Tasmania

South Cape Bay Bushwalking. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Southern Tasmania is one of Australia’s great bushwalking destinations. Within a couple of hours of Hobart you can stand beneath sea cliffs on the Tasman Peninsula, wander through ancient rainforest in the Huon Valley, climb alpine peaks in the Central Highlands or walk to remote beaches in the Far South.

Discover Duckhole Lake: A Hidden Gem in Southern Tasmania

Duckhole Lake Track. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Home » Blog » Huon Valley Duckhole Lake, located in the Far South of Tasmania, offers a tranquil and picturesque escape for nature lovers. This

A Walk to Fossil Cove: Tasmania’s Hidden Geological Gem

Fossil Cove. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Home » Blog » D’Entrecasteaux Channel Fossil Cove, located near Blackmans Bay in Southern Tasmania, is a hidden treasure renowned for its rich geology and

Coningham Beach and Snug Point Track

Coningham Beach Boat Sheds. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Home » Blog » D’Entrecasteaux Channel Sitting just 30 minutes drive from Hobart, Coningham Beach is a tranquil escape along the sheltered waters of the

Discover the Twisted Sister Track along Gordon River Road

Twisted Sister Track. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Home » Blog » Derwent Valley Southern Tasmania is renowned for its rugged beauty, and the Gordon River Road, which winds through the heart of

10 Must Visit Waterfalls In Southern Tasmania

Russell Falls. Image Credit: Places We Go

Southern Tasmania is a paradise for waterfall enthusiasts, boasting over 200 waterfalls scattered throughout the region. With its lush, ancient rainforests and consistently high rainfall,

Snug Falls Track – Southern Tasmania

Near Snug Falls. Image Credit: Ash Thomson Photography

Take the short Snug Falls Track through eucalypt forest to a 25-metre waterfall near Hobart. This 2 km return walk is especially rewarding after rain, when the falls flow strongly into the fern-lined gorge below.

Where to See Snow in Tasmania: 4 Places Near Hobart

Fresh snow around the summit shelter on kunanyi / Mount Wellington above Hobart.

Discover four of the best places to see snow in southern Tasmania, including kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Mount Field National Park, the Central Highlands and Hartz Mountains National Park.

7 Wonderful Winter Walks in Southern Tasmania

Summit of kunanyi / Mt Wellington. Image Credit: Luke Tscharke

There really is no need to hibernate during winter—fresh snowfall adds extra magic to our wild landscapes, that clean Tassie air is extra crisp, and you don’t need to get up quite as early to catch the sunrise. Not to mention, exploring on foot is a great way to warm up! We’ve listed a few of our favourite walks to do during the cooler months.

Discover Real Life Adventure at Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary

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Spend a day exploring the Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary at Bagdad and rediscover Tasmania’s inspiring landscape, natural beauty, and unique wildlife. Beloved children’s author Nan Chauncy and family called this special place home. Today, the sanctuary is open daily for everyone to enjoy.

10 Things to Do Along Tasmania’s Heritage Highway

Charming colonial towns dot the road between Hobart and our old frenemy, Launceston. The days of convicts and bushrangers are long gone, but echoes of Tasmania’s colourful, chequered past remain along the Heritage Highway. Today, visitors can enjoy the best of old and new.

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