| From the most adventurous to the novice car | | | | is most probably the jewel of this coastal drive. |
| hire traveller, Tasmania has everything that would | | | | Known as one of the most spectacular regions of |
| suit the most unique tastes. From rugged | | | | Tasmania, and undoubtedly in Australia, it is worth |
| mountains to lavender farms and historical villages, | | | | the drive from Hobart or Launceston. If you are |
| there is so much to see in every part of this | | | | driving with Freycinet in mind, it is quicker to leave |
| unique state. The east coast of Tasmania is no | | | | from Launceston, but both directions will reward |
| exception. It is nothing like the west, with pretty | | | | you with stunning attractions. |
| coastal towns, scenic drives and beautiful waters. | | | | There are guided walks available through the |
| North from Hobart, the Tasman Peninsula is | | | | Peninsula as well as rock climbing, but most |
| known more these days for the famous Port | | | | tourists head for Coles or Wineglass Bay. |
| Arthur. Although this humble town has gone | | | | Wineglass Bay is aptly named because it is shaped |
| through shaky times it has recovered to once | | | | like a wineglass, and is one of the prettiest |
| again become a popular tourist destination. Storm | | | | beaches you could find, with crystal blue waters |
| Bay Guest House is a popular bed and breakfast | | | | and pure white sand, it is a lovely place to picnic |
| if you are looking to stay for a few days, and is | | | | and enjoy the pristine views. Sea kayaking is also |
| found overlooking White Beach. | | | | popular here, as the bay is flat and peaceful, and |
| Driving towards the centre of the East Coast | | | | there are so many places to explore. |
| brings you to amazing scenery, and with a myriad | | | | One of the best places to stay is Coles Bay |
| of activities available, such as cruising, diving, | | | | which is situated on the edge of Freycinet National |
| surfing, horse riding, fishing, bushwalking, or just | | | | Park, and is a great base for venturing out to the |
| enjoying the wine and foods available, you will be | | | | parks, bays, beaches and lagoons. Self contained |
| relaxed in no time. | | | | cottages are popular, such as Coles Bay retreat |
| One of the first of these beach towns is Orford, | | | | which overlooks the bay and mountains. If youre |
| also known as the gateway to the East Coast. | | | | lucky you may even see the whales which are |
| Great for fishing and swimming, especially at | | | | migrate through these waters. |
| Spring Beach, and another popular day trip is to | | | | North from the peninsula is the fishing town of |
| catch the ferry to the mountainous Maria Island. | | | | Bicheno. Known for its great beaches and diving, it |
| Being a national park there are plenty of native | | | | also has great lookouts. The Freycinet Lookout |
| birds and wildlife, with a variety of spectacular | | | | has great views of the peninsula and surrounds, |
| walks to choose from. The convict town of | | | | and also Whalers Lookout gives you some great |
| Darlington, located on the island, is also rich in | | | | photographic opportunities. There is a 3km walk |
| history and worth a visit. | | | | along the foreshore, which takes you to an |
| Further north, the lovely town of Swansea has a | | | | amazing blowhole. There are also fairy penguins |
| number of interesting attractions especially for the | | | | tours, deep sea fishing trips and the East Coasts |
| family. Kates Berry Farm has local fruit and ice | | | | Animal Park is home to thefamous Tasmanian |
| creams, and the Wool centre is educational and a | | | | devil which will captivate the children. |
| lot of fun. With great fishing in Great Oyster Bay | | | | The entire east coast is appealing in its own right, |
| and majestic views of the ocean, there are boat | | | | but Freycinet National Park has a unique beauty |
| tours available to see more of Freycinet National | | | | for many reasons, maybe just for the sheer |
| park. | | | | beauty of perfect blue water against deep green |
| To drive the East Coast from the Bay of Fires | | | | trees and vegetation along the sandy shoreline. |
| through to Maria Island you will be covering over | | | | With amazing coastal views and beautiful beaches, |
| 200 kilometres. However, the Freycinet Peninsula | | | | it is worth a long stay in this stretch of paradise. |