Tasmania in Depth

Tasmania in Depth We were lucky enough to join a Bunnik Tours small group tour of Tasmania (Tasmania in Depth), with Kerry as our expert guide, we were in for a real treat. In total we spent 13 nights exploring Tasmania or as the locals call it, Tassie. We ventured to all corners and discovered such natural beauty that numerous times we spoke about moving to Tassie as it’s such a great place. Below is some of the places we visited on our amazing tour. Hobart Hobart is a stunning little city on the water, with a working port and the freshest of seafood being served all over town, it’s a hit with tourist. Make sure you visit the Salamanca Markets on Saturdays to get all your local goodies. Mt Field National Park Our first taste of wild Tasmania, with towering trees and the biggest ferns I have ever seen. The walking track to Russell Falls is easy and well worth the effort. Port Arthur The UNESCO World Heritage listed site of Port Arthur is both sombre and interesting, a dark chapter in Australian history, being a secondary centre to punish convicts, life was hard and brutal. We walked among the ruined builds, imagining what life would have like. We also enjoyed a short harbour cruise to get a different view of this historic place. Huon Valley Tahune Airwalk in the Huon Valley is the only way to appreciate the wilds, as we walked the elevated walkway 30 odd metres above the ground in the tree tops. The views were amazing, and we learnt so much about nature from our highly energetic guide. Mt Wellington Standing guard over Hobart, Mt Wellington is the highest point of the city, at over 1200 metres above sea level. The views are spectacular and go on forever. Bring a jacket as it's always cold up here. MONA Museum of Old and New Art, MONA is Australia’s largest private museum as has put Tasmania on the map. It's extremely popular and in my opinion extremely odd (not big on art, sorry). The building itself is amazing, built into the sandstone, a true architectural masterpiece. Richmond Made famous for its 1820’s convict built bridge and Australia’s oldest gaol, Richard is worth the visit, to stroll the main street and soak up the history. They also have a wonderful Sweet Store, with all your childhood sweets available, yum. Freycinet National Park Unfortunately the day we had to explore Wineglass Bay and Freycinet National Park, the weather turned (as did our stomachs...). This area of Tasmania is well known for its beauty, dramatic landscapes, and wildness. Cataract Gorge Just outside of Launceston is the Cataract Gorge, we were lucky enough to be able to explore Gorge, 3 ways, by foot, by boat and by chairlift. One of my favourite days in Tassie. 41 Degrees South This unique salmon farm just outside of Launceston is inspiring, as they are on the cutting edge of environmentally sustainability and fish farming. The Pyka family are visionaries and highly entertaining. Sheffield Sheffield is a small rural town in the middle of Tassie, that has become a tourists mecca over the years due to the large number of public murals it has on its buildings. Local artists have been busy. Stanley Stanley’s main attraction is the massive mountain, called the Nut that its sits next too. We took the chairlift (yes we are lazy) up the Nut and walked the few kilometres of tracks around it to take in the coastal views. Wow, wow, wow. Devils@Cradle Wildlife Sanctuary Some of the most passionate guides I have ever met and the work they are doing to save the threatened and endangered Tasmania devils is fantastic. Cradle Mountain One of Australia’s best national parks and true wilderness areas. It does not disappoint, as walked the boardwalk at Dove Lake, visited the historic homestead of Waldheim Chalet and the magical rain forests. Gordon River A magical day as we explored the massive Macquarie Harbour and headed up the Gordon River, into the depths of Tasmania’s wilderness. This part of Tasmania is still very roar and untouched, truly spectacular. Rack and Gorge Railway Heading back in time, we boarded the historic and famous steam train, enjoying great views as well as a tasty gourmet lunch as we journeyed into the wild. Along the way they showed us how to pan for gold, how miners lived and how to enjoy a delicious scone. #Tasmaniaindepth #BunnikTours #Tasmania #TouringTasmania.