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In just a few minutes drive from the heart of Launceston along the Tamar River / Kanamaluka, you'll be well on your way to the beautiful Tamar Valley, well known and highly regarded as Tassie's oldest and most-established wine-growing region. In 2024, Launceston and the Tamar Valley were named as Lonely Planets #4 must-see destinations world-wide, and it's easy to see why...
As you head out along the West Tamar highway, you'll note the peaceful Tamar Island wetlands and as you continue further you can take the turnoff to see the Swiss Village at Grindlewald and enjoy a round of putt-putt or splash golf. Delve into the history of gold-mining in the region with an interactive tour at the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre. Be enchanted by nature - the Tamar Valley is home to various opportunities to get up close with the animals - just 20-minutes from Launceston is the Tasmanian Zoo where you can see a Tassie Devil and so many other amazing animals; and further afield in Beauty Point you'll find the award-winning Seahorse World and Platypus House. Pop across the river at the Batman bridge and continue out to Low Head to discover the Low Head Maritime Museum and lighthouse, and take the opportunity for a Penguin tour at nightfall. |
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along the west of the tamar river / kanamaluka
Tamar Island wetlands
(10 min drive) Call into the volunteer run interpretation centre for some great information then follow the board walks all the way out to Tamar island and enjoy the many bird species (a small visitor fee applies). W Tamar Hwy, Riverside National Parks website - Tamar Island Wetlands |
Tasmania Zoo
(20 min drive) Home to Tassie's largest collection of exotic and native animals, enjoy a wander through and listen to keeper presentations, or book in an unforgettable up-close encounter. 1166 Ecclestone Rd, Riverside tasmaniazoo.com.au |
Swiss Village at Grindelwald
(20 min drive) The sweet little Swiss village is a great spot to checkout – whether for golfing, paddle-boating, putt-putt or splash golf, to wander the sweet little shoppes or enjoying a bite to eat. 7 Waldhorn Drive, Grindelwald tamarvalleyresort.com.au |
Platypus House
(45 min drive) Enjoy the magic of monotremes with this incredible opportunity to enjoy platypus and echidna's up close with a guided tour. 200 Flinders St, Beauty Point platypushouse.com.au |
Beaconsfield Mine | Heritage Centre
(40 min drive) Immerse in the history of the Tamar Valley and it's gold-mining past, enjoy the interactive displays or take a tours to discover more. West St, Beaconsfield beaconsfieldheritage.com.au |
Seahorse World
(45 min drive) Hold the mysteries of the ocean in the palm of your hand and enjoy a guided tour of this completely unique aquarium facility. 200 Flinders St, Beauty Point seahorseworld.com.au |
along the east of the tamar river / kanamaluka
Hillwood Berry Farm
(25 min drive) *Opens seasonally* this berry farm offers the opportuniy to pick-your-own berries and enjoy a lovely bight to eat at the cafe. 105 Hillwood Rd, Hillwood hillwoodberries.com.au |
Low Head Penguin Tours
(45 min drive) Passionate tour guides share their expertise about these delightful little locals in their natural habitat, as they emerge by sunset. 485 Low Head Rd, Low Head penguintourstasmania.com.au |
Low Head Pilot Station | Maritime Museum
(45 min drive) Discover more about the history and operations, as well as the local marine environment in one of the oldest maritime pilot stations in Australia. 411 Low Head Road, Pilots' Row, Low Head museum.lowhead.com |
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