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Tourism Tasmania/Stu Gibson                              Tourism Tasmania/Adam Gibson




       Maria Island                                             Dark Mofo, Hobart

       TASSIE'S GREAT WALKS                                    FESTIVALS & EVENTS
       Tasmania is home to some of the most spectacular walks Australia has to   Tasmania loves a celebration – winter, chocolate, whisky, you name it.
       offer, with trails and hikes to suit all fitness levels and interests. The most   Highlights include Hobart’s Dark Mofo during the winter solstice with its
       popular walks include Wineglass Bay, Dove Lake Circuit, Cradle Mountain   signature event, the Nude Solstice Swim. Other favourites: Huon Valley
       Huts, Bay of Fires and Maria Island. Many tracks have been outfitted with   Mid-Winter Festival, Devonport Jazz Festival, Festival of Voices, and
       boardwalks for part or the entire way.                  Chocolate Winterfest for the sweet-toothed. Festivals abound year-round!












                                                         Supplied Courtesy of RACT Destinations                   Tourism Tasmania/Rob Burnett







       Gordon River, West Coast

       CRUISE THE GORDON RIVER                                 YOU LITTLE DEVIL
       Cruise along the majestic Gordon River and delve into the Tasmanian   No trip to Tasmania would be complete without getting up close – but not
       Wilderness World Heritage Area, often shrouded in fog and mist, the   too close – to a Tassie Devil. Devils @ Cradle sanctuary, located on the
       shoreline casts a perfect reflection on the river. Explore Heritage Landing   edge of the Cradle Mountain National Park, has a walk-through enclosure
       with elevated boardwalks that weave through the temperate rainforest.   providing the opportunity for 360-degree viewing of the feeding activity.
       Discover Sarah Island and the stories of the convicts who called it home.  For a peek behind the scenes, there is also a guided Sunset Experience.















                                                         Tourism Tasmania/Alastair Brett





       Port Arthur Historic Site                                Museum of Old and New Art (Mona)
       PORT ARTHUR HISTORIC SITE                               MONA
       This UNESCO Heritage Listed Site is one of the most popular attractions   The Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) in Hobart hosts Australia’s
       in Tasmania and was once home to one of the most brutal penal colonies   largest private art collection, including a range of ancient, Egyptian
       in Australia. Set on 146 hectares of spectacular landscape with over 30   mummies. It’s well known for its controversial and thought-provoking
       historic buildings, the immaculately maintained site is best visited with a   artwork. After browsing the museum, enjoy lunch or a glass of wine at
       guide who will explain its fascinating history.         one of the several dining options or enjoy a drink at the Void bar.




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