Tasmania (TAS), separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Strait, is the island state that’s a microcosm of our island nation. ‘Tassie’ pretty much has it all – dazzling beaches, rugged mountains and gorging rivers winding through one of the most picturesque places on the planet. Its stunning landscapes and vast wilderness make for some of the most breathtaking walks and hikes on the continent. The capital, Hobart, is a beautiful cosmopolitan city in close range to quaint regional towns, exquisite food and wine trails and tons of great family activities.
Tasmania’s natural beauty is captivating, its cultural experiences are diverse, and its food and drink offering is enviable. Get a true taste of Tasmania in its fresh apple cider, cheeses, wine and oysters, and experience a dose of its serenity with its powder-white beaches and laid-back luxury.
The warmest months are December, January, February and March. Autumn has still, sunny days. Winter runs from May through August. However, being positioned by the Southern Ocean, the world’s weather engine, the climate can vary greatly – on any given day.
Average maximum temperatures in summer sit between 17 and 23 degrees Celsius. Winter maximum temperatures are between 3 and 11 degrees.
Tasmania population is over 526,000 as of June of 2022.
Top things to do
- Visit Hobart’s most fascinating art gallery, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
- Wander among the white sand and calm blue waters of Freycinet National Park
- Taste straight-from-the-sea oysters and crayfish on Bruny Island