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HOBART: a feast for the senses
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Hobart offers a contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and
culture, with world class activities and attractions in and around
the city. Nestled amongst the foothills of Mt Wellington,
Tasmania’s capital city combines heritage charm and a modern
lifestyle with plenty of natural beauty. It’s easy to fall for the
many charms of this quietly buzzing city, which Lonely Planet
has named one of the top ten spots to visit in the world. Hobart
also offers amazing food and drink experiences and is close
to many of southern Tasmania’s best attractions which can be
easily reached by road, air or sea.
Located in Brighton, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is an easy
drive north of Hobart and provides a safe home for wombats,
koalas, birds, quolls and many more fascinating Australian
native animals. Learn about the lives of the local residents,
meet the iconic Tasmanian devil and hand feed one of the
Take to the skies for the
ultimate scenic adventure
Get a bird’s eye view of Tasmania’s beautiful capital city and
beyond. Tasmanian Air Adventures (TAA) provides awardwinning seaplane tours and scenic flights to some of Tasmania’s
iconic wilderness areas direct from the Hobart waterfront.
Experience Tasmania from above in a comfortable seaplane,
chat to your pilot and learn about the geography and natural
highlights of spectacular southern Tasmania. Attractions include
Port Arthur, the Freycinet Peninsula, Wineglass Bay, Gordon
River, Bruny Island and Port Davey.
www.tasmanianairadventures.com.au
Par Avion offers unforgettable flights into the ancient and
protected South-West Wilderness Area, Tasmania’s largest and
most remote wilderness area and only accessible by foot, boat
or by air. A flight over this ancient wilderness passes by dramatic
peaks, densely forested valleys and button grass plains and is
nothing short of breathtaking. Take a half or full day tour or
spend the night at a wilderness camp on the shores of Bathurst
Harbour for a truly unique nature experience.
www.paravion.com.au
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Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Par Avion, South West National Park
Whisky tour visiting Redlands Estate
many free-roaming kangaroos. Daily guided tours provide
insight into the wildlife refuge and rescue program and each
entry fee helps Bonorong to continue to rescue, rehabilitate
and conserve Tasmania’s threatened wildlife.
www.bonorong.com.au
Tas Farm Gate Market
The Farm Gate Market is Hobart’s Sunday morning hotspot
for artisan food, drinks and Tassie’s famous fresh produce.
Meet passionate growers and producers and sample a
tempting selection of cheeses, breads, pastries, jams, relishes,
wine, boutique beer and much more. There are plenty of
ready-to-eat treats too, including delicious seasonal soups,
gourmet burgers, burritos and the best sushi in the state, all
made with fresh local ingredients. Farm Gate Market operates
every Sunday on Bathurst Street from 9.00am – 1.00pm.
www.farmgatemarket.com.au
Pennicott Wilderness
Journeys – Bruny Island
Cruise, Seafood Seduction or
Iron Pot Cruise
Pennicott Wilderness Journeys offers three award-winning
wilderness journeys that provide breathtaking views, an
adrenaline rush and a feast for the senses.
Bruny Island Cruises provides an award-winning three hour
coastal wilderness journey where seals, dolphins, migrating
whales, birds of prey, albatross and other amazing sea life
can be seen up close. Purpose built for the rugged coast
of southern Tasmania, the distinctive yellow boats provide
a safe, comfortable and spectacular sea adventure that
explores soaring sea cliffs and deep sea caves while revealing
the power of the mighty Southern Ocean and breathtaking
beauty of Bruny Island.
Tas Farm Gate Market
Iron Pot Cruises is a 2.5 hour cruise that explores the
beautiful waterways in and around Hobart. Pass by historic
Battery Point, the iconic Wrest Point Casino and the Shot
Tower at Taroona from the water and visit Tasmania’s
oldest lighthouse, known as the ‘Iron Pot’. This convict built
structure sits on a rocky island in the spectacular Derwent
Estuary, once the site of frequent shipwrecks and now the
famous final passage in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
Tasmanian Seafood Seduction is a full day gastronomic sea
journey that gathers fresh Tasmanian seafood along the
coastline south of Hobart to Bruny Island. Visit a salmon
farm and enjoy oysters shucked straight from the water,
watch your guide dive for abalone, sea urchin and crayfish
before arriving on a deserted Bruny Island beach for a
feast combining the day’s catch with a delicious selection
of salads, fresh bread and artisan cheeses matched with
Tasmanian wines, boutique beers and ciders.
www.pennicottjourneys.com.au
Tasmanian Whisky Tours
Find out why Tassie whisky keeps winning international
awards on this day trip to local distilleries via some of
Tasmania’s most beautiful places, including the Derwent
Valley, Central Highlands and Tasman Peninsula. Meet
whisky makers along the way, taste excellent Tasmanian
single malt whiskies, learn the secrets of the whisky making
process and enjoy a picnic lunch of seasonal local Tasmanian
produce from Hobart’s Wursthaus Kitchen.
www.tasmanianwhiskytours.com.au
Pennicott’s Seafood Seduction tour
Hobart Yachts charter to Cape Pillar, Tasman Peninsula
Hobart Yachts
Whether it’s a casual afternoon sail on the beautiful River
Derwent or an extended yacht charter around some of the
world’s most spectacular coastline, Hobart Yachts offers a
selection of charters and ‘Choose Your Own’ adventures. At
62 feet, Helsal IV is one of the largest yachts to race in the
Tasmanian sailing fleet and is a veteran of three Sydney to
Hobart Yacht Races. This vessel has the body of an ocean
racer and the living quarters of a luxury cruiser, offering thrills,
comfort and an unforgettable sea journey.
www.hobartyachts.com.au
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Museum of Old and New Art
(MONA)
Any trip to Hobart is not complete without a visit to this
mind-blowing showcase of international cultural treasures
and contemporary art, not to mention its onsite vineyard,
winery and fantastic food offerings. MONA is a Tasmanian
experience like no other, also hosting an impressive program
of events including the annual MONA FOMA and Dark MOFO
art and music festivals. Set within a subterranean architectural
masterpiece, the MONA museum houses an impressive private
collection of antiquities and modern art and presents exciting
Australian and international exhibitions. There’s also a cellar
door, cinema, library, bars and eateries to complete the MONA
experience. Ride the MONA ferry for the ultimate arrival via
the Derwent River.
www.mona.net.au
Tasmanian Museum
and Art Gallery (TMAG)
The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) is a
historically significant museum on Hobart’s waterfront that last
year unveiled a spectacular redevelopment of several of historic
buildings into a cutting edge architectural space. TMAG holds
an extensive collection that highlights Tasmania’s social and
cultural heritage and biodiversity in a range of exhibitions.
From the social history and natural science displays in the 1826
Bond Store to the latest work by contemporary Tasmanian
artists and designers, TMAG offers something for everyone and
is full of fascinating stories from the island state.
www.tmag.tas.gov.au
Roaring 40’s Hobart City
Kayak
Experience Tasmania’s stunning coastline from the peace and
quiet of a sea kayak. Join the experienced guides and explore
Hobart’s iconic waterfront on a 2.5 hour city kayak tour,
travel further afield to the spectacular Tasman Peninsula and
Tinderbox Marine Reserve or take a scenic flight deep into
World Heritage Wilderness for the ultimate three or seven day
kayaking adventure. All tours depart from Hobart and include
all sea-kayaking equipment.
www.roaring40skayaking.com.au
Gourmania Food Tours Meet the passionate people behind Tasmania’s exciting food
scene, visit local food favourites off the tourist trail and enjoy
amazing produce in the company of former pastry chef and
proud Tasmanian, Mary McNeil. Mary’s personalised small
group tours reveal the history and charm of Hobart via its
fantastic food and wine and will leave you wanting to explore
more of Tasmania’s culinary gems.
www.gourmaniafoodtours.com.au
Cascade Brewery Tours
Located in South Hobart just five minutes’ drive from
Hobart’s city centre, the Cascade Brewery is Australia’s oldest
continuously operating brewery and is beautifully situated in
the foothills of Mount Wellington. Take a two-hour tour of the
historic brewery and learn all about the beer-making process,
finishing off with a mouthwatering tasting session of beers
brewed on site.
www.cascadebreweryco.com.au
The Apple Shed
Salamanca Market
The Apple Shed
The iconic Salamanca Market is a celebration of Tasmania’s
unique culture, creative artisans, talented musicians and local
producers amongst the historic sandstone warehouses of
Salamanca Place on the Hobart waterfront. The weekly outdoor
market is held every Saturday with around 300 stalls offering
everything from pre-loved bric-a-brac, antiques and clothing
to contemporary craft and tasty treats, with entertainment
by local and visiting buskers. Salamanca Market is open every
Saturday, rain or shine from 8.30am-3.00pm.
www.hobartcity.com.au
The Apple Shed is a charmingly restored apple packing shed
and museum which is now the cellar door of Willie Smith’s
Organic Cider, Australia’s first organic cider house. The
museum tells the rich apple growing story of the Huon Valley
and reveals why Tasmania is lovingly known as the Apple
Isle. The café offers a simple menu using the finest regional
produce and the providore showcases tasty products by local
growers and makers. And don’t forget to sample a drop or two
of Willie Smith’s famous cider while you’re at it.
www.williesmiths.com.au
Mount Wellington
Sally Wise Cooking School
Rising 1270 metres above Hobart’s harbour and the mighty
River Derwent, Mount Wellington provides some of the most
spectacular views in Tasmania and an amazing wilderness
experience on the edge the city. The 21 kilometre drive to
the summit takes you from temperate rainforest to sub-alpine
flora and glacial rock formations, ending in panoramic views
of Hobart, Bruny Island, South Arm, the Tasman Peninsula and
Southwest National Park. There are bushwalking trails to suit
all fitness levels with plenty of plant and animal life to discover
along the way. Mountain activities also include cycling and
abseiling and there are picnic and barbecue facilities for a
relaxing mountainside experience.
www.discovertasmania.com.au
This cooking School in Tasmania’s Derwent Valley provides a
unique food experience with cookbook author and local food
legend Sally Wise. A range of classes share the culinary tricks of
the trade, from preserving, baking and making sweet treats to
slow cooking. Participants enjoy a hand-on experience using
seasonal fruits, vegetables and edible flowers, with plenty of
opportunities to taste the products and a generous morning
tea. Sally Wise Cooking School is located in Molesworth, just a
30 minute drive (26 kilometres) from the centre of Hobart.
www.sallywise.com.au
Peppermint Bay Cruise
A fully guided cruise to Peppermint Bay reveals stunning city
and harbour views as you cruise via the magnificent Derwent
River estuary and d’Entrecasteaux Channel to the clean waters
of Peppermint Bay, with plenty of sea life to experience
along the way. Arrive for lunch and experience the very best
local produce at the award-winning waterfront restaurant
and wander the quiet streets of the picturesque village of
Woodbridge before returning to Hobart via the same final leg
as the famous Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
www.peppermintbay.com.au
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Sally Wise Cooking School