Attractions & Tours - West Coast & Central Tasmania
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Cradle Mountain Canyons - Dove Lake Kayak Tours
4057 Cradle Mountain Road, Cradle Mountain
Paddle the length of one of the most iconic wilderness locations in Australia in unique, hand-built King Billy pine boats on a Dove Lake Kayak Tour. Spend approximately 2 hours traversing the lake, where you will pass the most famous places in Cradle Mountain including Glacier Rock, Honeymoon Island, the Ballroom Forest and the boat shed.
Devils @ Cradle - Tasmanian Devil Sanctuary
3950 Cradle Mountain Road, Cradle Mountain
A world class wildlife conservation facility at Tasmania’s premier wilderness destination. The spectacular and pristine wilderness of Cradle Mountain is home to the mysterious and secretive Tasmanian Devil. Devils @ Cradle is a unique Tasmanian conservation sanctuary located at the entrance to the spectacular World Heritage listed Cradle Mountain National Park.
Gordon River Cruises
The Esplanade, Strahan
Be first on the water and witness the magical reflections as you cruise quietly on the Gordon River aboard the award-winning Spirit of the Wild, a unique custom-built vessel with a hybrid propulsion system, designed to have minimal impact on the environment. Enjoy dedicated on-board guides and step ashore in the rainforest at Heritage Landing and again at Sarah Island as well as visiting salmon farms and Hells Gates at the mouth of Macquarie Harbour.
Miena Village
3096 Marlborough Highway, Miena
Award winning Tasmanian Regional Hotel and National "Nomads Best Pub Stay", the Great Lake Hotel with warm fires, warm beds, family friendly, and hearty meals has everything you need for your base to visit the Tasmanian Central Highlands.
Pieman River Cruise
1 Corinna Road, Corinna
The Pieman River Cruise is a unique experience at Corinna Wilderness. Enjoy an intimate tour aboard the famous Arcadia II; the only Huon Pine river cruiser in the world! The cruise offers a prime opportunity to explore the rugged nature of the Pieman Heads, admire the pristine and ancient Tarkine rainforest and observe the flora and fauna known to the area.
The Ship That Never Was
12 The Esplanade, Strahan
Australia’s longest running play, The Ship That Never Was tells the dramatic and hilarious true story about the last Great Escape from Sarah Island. In January 1834, ten convicts steal a ship from Macquarie Harbour and sail to Chile! Fun, interactive, family entertainment for all ages!
West Coast Wilderness Railway
1 Driffield Street, Queenstown
In the late 1800s, hundreds of men and women were employed to build the impossible; a railway through the remote western wilderness to transport copper from Queenstown to the now-forgotten port of Teepookana – and later, through to Strahan. These days, visitors to the region can choose between several half and full-day rail journeys through ancient rainforest, stopping at stations along the line where short walks and other activities help to tell the story of this incredible place.
+To allow for earth and bridge works along the 35km stretch of line, West Coast Wilderness Railway has changed their tour options during affected periods.During this time, cafes, retail and museums will operate as normal. For further information please visit - www.wcwr.com.au/news/commercial-services-winter. Tasmanian Vacations will provide alternative tour options in the area during the affected periods.
World Heritage Cruises
The Esplanade, Strahan
Cruising down the iconic Gordon River is a must do when visiting Tasmania. You will experience one of the most scenic and sought after cruises with one of Tasmania’s largest eco-tourism cruise operators, local family owned and operated World Heritage Cruises. Located in Strahan, Tasmania, we offer cruises along the majestic Gordon River on our Heritage Morning Cruise. Enjoy the experience delivered by our brand new, 2020 first-class, purpose-built boat and our friendly, professional team on a Gordon River cruise.
