There’s nowhere in the world quite like Tasmania. The small island provides a unique experience and uplifting vista at every turn. Let YOU Travel experts unlock the island’s treasures for a holiday of a lifetime.

Tasmania may be small on size but it’s huge on exceptional experiences and extraordinary adventures, with natural wonders that are as diverse as they are spellbinding. Whether its nature, culture, food, wine, golf, music, relaxation, adrenaline – or all of the above – that brings you to Tasmania, you are guaranteed to experience something new and inspiring regardless of what corner of the state you choose to explore. Whether it’s a wild West road trip through the wilderness, a farm-fresh food and wine tour through Launceston and the North, a spectacular coastal walk through Freycinet National Park on the East Coast, or a captivating history and culture adventure in Hobart and the South, YOU Travel experts can help you discover Tasmania’s treasure trove of natural beauty, cultural heritage and pristine environment that makes it a truly special place.

 

 

Wild Nature

The Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area covers an area of over 1 million hectares – nearly 25% of the state – and includes ancient rainforests, pristine beaches, alpine moorlands and rugged mountains. It is one of the world’s largest and most spectacular temperate wilderness areas, enabling incredible diversity, wildness and unique natural beauty. These protected areas encompass vast expanses of pristine wilderness, home to rare and endemic species found nowhere else on Earth as well as unique flora and fauna. Other regions are home to iconic tree species, rare orchids, and charismatic wildlife. From rugged mountain ranges, such as the iconic Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, to ancient rainforests like the Tarkine wilderness in the northwest, each landscape harbours its own unique ecosystems, allowing travellers to experience wildlife in the wild. Don’t miss: The perfect curve of Wineglass Bay is a big, brilliant smile on the face of Tasmania.

 

 

Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Tasmania, often referred to as the ‘Apple Isle’ due to its historical association with apple orchards, is not only blessed with stunning natural landscapes it also has an exceptional food and drink scene thanks to its gourmet produce and immersive experiences. From farm-to-table dining and cooking classes to gourmet food tours and wilderness foraging adventures, Tasmania offers a number of ways for food enthusiasts to savour the flavours of the island and connect with its food producers and artisans. The Apple Isle’s cool climate, fertile soils, and pristine waters provide the perfect conditions for producing high-quality gourmet produce and wines, craft beers, and artisanal spirits. From the fertile Huon Valley in the south to the rolling hills of the north, Tasmania’s diverse agricultural regions yield an array of gourmet delights which can be enjoyed numerous ways – from restaurants and immersive tasting experiences to farmers’ markets and roadside stalls. In addition to its world-class wines from Tamar Valley, Coal River Valley, Derwent Valley and more, Tasmania is also home to a vibrant craft beer scene and a growing number of artisanal distilleries crafting premium-quality whiskies, gins, vodkas, and liqueur. Launceston in particularly has won a place among the world’s great epicurean destinations, being named in 2021 as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, one of only 36 cities worldwide bestowed with this title. Don’t miss: A roll-call of northern Tasmania’s finest producers are lined up at Launceston’s Harvest Market each Saturday morning.

 

 

Exceptional Experiences

 Tasmania offers a diverse range of experiences that can be easily experienced through self-drive programmes, curated touring routes and guided tours. Whether it’s the Tasman Peninsula for walking, Bruny Island for oysters, Derby for biking, Cradle Mountain for spa time, Barnbougle Dunes for golf, Hobart for art and culture, the Tasting Trail of local artisinal producers, or anywhere for stargazing, Tasmania boasts a new and unique experience waiting to be had at every turn. This compact island offers the freedom to find whatever you seek – natural wonders, inspiration, adventure, a nip of whisky poured by the hand of the distiller – and so much more you never expected. Just pack a sense of adventure and contact YOU Travel to start exploring Tasmania today.