If you have Tasmania on your radar as your next holiday destination, congrats on your choice. This island state of Australia has much to offer the visitor; located 150 miles south of the Australian mainland, Tasmania is the main island with the capital being Hobart.
Airport collection
You can collect your campervan from the affordable van hire at Launceston Airport, which means you are ready to hit the road and explore this unique island. A staff member runs through important information about your vehicle and after a walkaround, you are handed your presentation pack and the keys and you can start exploring Tasmania.
Launceston
About two hours from Hobart, Launceston is the second largest settlement on the island and a great place to find 5-star campsites. Located in the northern part of the island, with stunning forests and waterways, this is a nature lover’s paradise, with many wildlife species that can be observed in their natural habitat.
Food & wine trails
There are at least seven well-known food and wine trails; Tasmania has a deserved reputation for local cuisine and drinks, with some of the best beers and whiskies in the country. Cider is made from local apples grown in the fertile Huon Valley and is available from numerous Hobart outlets. Tasmanian beer is another major attraction, with several noted breweries in the Hobart region; you can find details on the Internet.
Tasmania’s top hiking trails
Tasmania is home to some stunning hiking trails; the Three Capes Trail is probably the most well-known, with a 48-km trail from Denmans Cove to Fortescue Bay; you can arrange for a guide to accompany or be adventurous and do a solo hike. Another winner is the Cradle Mountain Huts Walk, which takes 6 days to complete and includes a trip to the top of Mt Ossa, with state approved accommodation at suitable locations.
Whether you plan on staying a week or a month, book your campervan via the Internet and collect the vehicle at Launceston Airport, then you are ready to explore the wonders of Tasmania. We are sure that you will have a great time experiencing the amazing attractions found on this beautiful island.
