Even if you don't see a Tasmanian Devil you'll have a good time walking around Tasmania, Australia's smallest state. Along with that marsupial-- the Tasmanian Devil-- you may see a kangaroo or three while on one of the wilderness walks. You can relax in the shade of giant, 70-meters-tall trees or stroll on boardwalks set above rough grasses that are framed by distant snow-tipped mountains.
Ocean Views or Heritage Wilderness?
The Maria Island walk is the easiest, with strolls along beaches and through forests and overnights in standing camps. The Tasmanian Coastal track promises beautiful ocean views, along with difficult ascents and hiking along cliff tops that have sheer drops to the Tasman Sea. The Overland Track winds through a glacier-carved landscape delineated by gorges and tannin-stained lakes.
Details You Need to Get There
You can reach this island via direct flights from major cities on the Australian mainland, or via ship from Melbourne or Sydney. For more information about guided walking trips on Tasmania visit Discover Tasmania. Request a copy of the Great Walks of Tasmania booklet. It outlines a variety of multi-day walks, suggests the best time of year to visit and includes the names of companies that offer guided walks. Independent travelers must be properly prepared for hikes.
