Tasmania has become a favourite holiday destination for many people, and in recent years, tourism to Tasmania has grown to record levels. With so much diversity to explore and see, it is impossible to see all of Tasmania in one small holiday. Every region of this island has much for you to discover and North Eastern Tasmania is no exception. Here are some of the things we recommend.


Hollybank Treetops Adventure!

Hollybank Treetops Adventure!

Hollybank Treetops Adventure
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Adventuring in Tasmania has never been more exciting! The award winning Hollybank Treetops Adventure provides zipline tours, ropes course and segway tours for the family to enjoy! Experienced operators will guide you through the treetops on a 3 hour high-wire canopy ride far above the forest floor. Hollybank Treetops Adventure boasts daytime and twilight tours that will leave you with a feeling of exhilaration – all within a magnificent Tasmanian forest.


Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery

QVMAG in Inveresk

Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
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Northern Tasmania is spoilt for choices for people wanting to visit museums and galleries. Whether it be the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania or the quirky City Park Radio Museum there is no shortage of choices for people to discover. The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery in stylish Inveresk is Northern Tasmania’s premier museum that often showcases new works from local and international artists, various collections and various events throughout the year.


Tasmania Zoo

Tasmania ZooTasmania Zoo is the only fully accredited zoo in Tasmania, and is the only zoo in Australia that exhibits the endangered Black Crested Macaque. Boasting the second largest primate exhibit of any private zoo in the country, Tasmania Zoo is home to hundreds of exotic and endangered animals from around the world. When visiting North Eastern Tasmania, Tasmania Zoo is the perfect place to visit and is suitable for the entire family.


Tamar Valley Wine Tours

Josef Chromy Wines

Josef Chromy Wines
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The Tamar Valley is an idyllic setting for many vineyards producing world class wines for you to enjoy. Most vineyards in North East Tasmania have cellar door wine tasting and restaurants, and for anyone who appreciate wines, North East Tasmania is a perfect destination to give yourself a Tamar Valley Wine Tour. One of our favourites is Josef Chromy Wines on the outskirts of Launceston. Enjoy some of Tasmania’s finest wines on your tour of Tasmania!


Cataract Gorge and First Basin

Cataract Gorge and First Basin

Cataract Gorge and First Basin
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North East Tasmania is naturally beautiful and Launceston is proudly home to the Cataract Gorge and the First Basin. Just a short walk from the CBD, Cataract Gorge and the First Basin is a magnificent natural landmark to discover. There are many small walks to do around the region, complete with a café and restaurant, barbeque facilities and a public swimming pool! You will enjoy seeing the peacocks, wallabies and abundant bird life when exploring the grounds of the First Basin!