Safari in Tasmania & Bass Strait Islands
Explore rugged wilderness, pristine beaches, and unique island wildlife in Australia's southern island state.
Tasmania & Bass Strait Islands Parks Map
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Tasmania & Bass Strait Islands Safari Parks
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Ben Lomond National Park
Ben Lomond (Scottish Gaelic: Beinn Laomainn, lit. 'Beacon Mountain'), 974 metres (3,196 ft), is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands. Situated on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, it is the most southerly of the Munros. Ben Lomond lies within the Ben Lomond National Memorial Park and the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, property of the National Trust for Scotland.
Boyd Conservation Area
Boyd Conservation Area is a protected area in Australia.
Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park
A jewel of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, this park is famous for its rugged mountains, ancient rainforests, and glacial lakes. Visitors can encounter wombats, wallabies, echidnas, and Tasmanian devils, particularly along the iconic Overland Track.
Douglas-Apsley National Park
Douglas-Apsley is a national park and a locality on the east coast of Tasmania, Australia, 149 km northeast of Hobart, and a few kilometres north of Bicheno. It is one of Tasmania's newer National Parks, having been declared on 27 December 1989.
Drys Bluff Conservation Area
Drys Bluff Conservation Area is a protected area in Australia.
Flinders Marine Park
Flinders Marine Park is a protected area in Australia.
Freycinet Marine Park
Freycinet Marine Park is a protected area in Australia.
Freycinet National Park
Known for its stunning pink granite mountains, secluded bays, and the world-famous Wineglass Bay, Freycinet offers chances to see wallabies, wombats, echidnas, and a variety of seabirds. It's a popular destination for hiking, kayaking, and enjoying pristine coastal wilderness.
Hartz Mountains National Park
Hartz Mountains National Park is located in the south of Tasmania, Australia. It is one of 19 Tasmanian National Parks, and in 1989 it was included in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, in recognition of its natural and cultural values. The Hartz Mountains were named after the Harz mountain range in Germany.
Kangaroo Island Conservation Area
Often called a 'zoo without fences,' Kangaroo Island is a haven for Australian wildlife. Visitors can see kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, echidnas, sea lions, and fur seals in their natural habitats, alongside diverse birdlife and stunning coastal landscapes.
Kent Group National Park
Kent Group National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Kent Group National Park Marine Nature Reserve
Kent Group National Park Marine Nature Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Liffey Conservation Area
Liffey Conservation Area is a protected area in Australia.
Meander Conservation Area
Meander Conservation Area is a protected area in Australia.
Mole Creek Karst National Park
Mole Creek Karst is a national park situated in the North of Tasmania, Australia, 168 km northwest of Hobart. It is located on the slopes of the Great Western Tiers to the east of the town of Mole Creek. It is the only national park in Tasmania created specifically to protect karst landforms. It is part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Site.
Mount Field National Park
The Mount Buffalo National Park is a national park in the alpine region of Victoria, Australia. The 31,000-hectare (77,000-acre) national park is located approximately 350 kilometres (220 mi) northeast of Melbourne in the Australian Alps. Within the national park is Mount Buffalo, a moderately high mountain plateau, with an elevation of 1,723 metres (5,653 ft) above sea level.
Mount William National Park
Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park is a national park located in the Canterbury Region in the central-west of the South Island of New Zealand. It was established in October 1953 and takes its name from the highest mountain in New Zealand, Aoraki / Mount Cook. The area of the park is 707 km2 (273 mi2), and it shares a border with Westland Tai Poutini National Park along the Main Divide of the Southern Alps.
Narawntapu National Park
Narawntapu National Park (formerly known as Asbestos Range National Park) is a national park in the Australian state of Tasmania. It lies on Tasmania's north coast, adjoining Bass Strait, between Port Sorell in the west and the mouth of the Tamar River in the east. It lies about 20 km east of Devonport, 60 km north-west of Launceston and 250 km north of Hobart.
Rocky Cape National Park
Cape Arid National Park is a national park located in Western Australia, 731 kilometres (454 mi) southeast of Perth. The park is situated 120 kilometres (75 mi) east of Esperance and lies on the shore of the south coast from the eastern end of the Recherche Archipelago. The bay at its eastern side is Israelite Bay, a locality often mentioned in Bureau of Meteorology weather reports as a geographical marker.
South Bruny National Park
The South Bruny National Park is a national park located on Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia, about 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of Hobart. The park contains the Cape Bruny Lighthouse. The highest point of the park is Mount Bruny at 504 metres (1,654 ft).
Strzelecki National Park
Strzelecki National Park is a national park on Flinders Island, Tasmania (Australia), 307 km north of Hobart. The park is home to abundant wildlife including more than one hundred bird species, wombats, and potoroos. It is named after Sir Paul Edmund Strzelecki, a famous Polish explorer and geologist who made a lot of his explorations on the Australian continent and was proclaimed in 1967.
Tasman Fracture Marine National Park Zone
Tasman Fracture Marine National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Tasman National Park
The Tasman National Park is a national park in eastern Tasmania, Australia, approximately 56 kilometres (35 mi) east of Hobart. The 107.5-square-kilometre (41.5 sq mi) park is situated on part of both the Forestier and Tasman peninsulas and encompasses all of Tasman Island.
Unnamed (Gillam Creek Road) Conservation Area
Unnamed (Gillam Creek Road) Conservation Area is a protected area in Australia.
Compare Parks in Tasmania & Bass Strait Islands
Side-by-side comparison of safari parks in Tasmania & Bass Strait Islands
| Park | Area | Wildlife | Lodges | Crowds | Malaria | Airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park | 1,617 km² | 84 | - | Quiet | Moderate | UEE (43km) |
| Kangaroo Island Conservation Area | - | 101 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | YHTR (21km) |
| Freycinet National Park | 168 km² | 109 | - | Quiet | Moderate | YFRI (15km) |
| Ben Lomond National Park | 165 km² | 106 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | AU-0019 (25km) |
| Boyd Conservation Area | - | 81 | - | Quiet | Moderate | AU-0578 (21km) |
| Douglas-Apsley National Park | 158 km² | 113 | - | Quiet | Moderate | YFRI (26km) |
| Drys Bluff Conservation Area | - | 130 | - | Quiet | Moderate | YLGD (26km) |
| Flinders Marine Park | - | - | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | AU-0450 (251km) |
| Freycinet Marine Park | 168 km² | - | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | YFRI (198km) |
| Hartz Mountains National Park | 72 km² | 142 | - | Moderate | Moderate | YGVE (19km) |
| Kent Group National Park | - | 51 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | AU-0717 (3km) |
| Kent Group National Park Marine Nature Reserve | - | 51 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | AU-0717 (0km) |
77 species recorded in Tasmania & Bass Strait Islands8 threatened
We love the raw, untamed beauty of Tasmania and its surrounding islands. The air here feels cleaner, the silence deeper, broken only by the calls of unique wildlife. We recommend venturing into the heart of the ancient rainforests where the light filters through a canopy centuries old. The rugged coastlines offer breathtaking vistas, and the sunsets over the Bass Strait are simply sensational.
Terrain & Altitude
Dominated by ancient mountain ranges, rolling hills, and dramatic coastlines, with extensive temperate rainforests and heathlands.
Sea level to 1,617m above sea level
Vegetation
Characterized by dense eucalyptus forests, ancient temperate rainforests with myrtle beech and sassafras, and expansive button grass plains.
Water Sources
Fed by a network of clear, fast-flowing rivers and numerous pristine lakes, with a dramatic coastline shaped by the Southern Ocean.
Unique Features
The presence of unique marsupial carnivores like the Tasmanian devil and the isolation that has fostered endemic species across its diverse habitats.
Getting to Tasmania is straightforward; we recommend flying into Hobart or Launceston for the most convenience. If you're bringing your own vehicle or prefer a unique arrival, the Spirit of Tasmania ferry from mainland Australia is an experience in itself, offering a relaxed transition to the island's wild beauty.
Nearest Airports
Hobart International Airport (HBA)
20km / 30min drive
Frequent direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane on Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar
Launceston Airport (LST)
15km / 20min drive
Regular direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane on Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar
Driving Routes
From Melbourne
Drive to Port Melbourne and take the Spirit of Tasmania ferry to Devonport, Tasmania. We love this overnight journey; book a cabin in advance. From Devonport, it's a scenic drive to your chosen destination.
From Sydney
Similar to Melbourne, drive to Port Melbourne to catch the Spirit of Tasmania. Alternatively, fly into Hobart or Launceston and rent a car for onward travel.
Temperature
15.1°C
59°F
Rainfall
92.9 mm
Moderate rain
Humidity
76.3%
Sunshine
10.7 hrs/day
Data source: Open-Meteo Archive API
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