East Coast Escapes

Long sandy beaches, the dramatic Freycinet Peninsula, convict ruins and East Coast produce and wines all tempt visitors.

Bicheno
This delightful fishing town is Tasmania's top diving destination. Stay for the nightly Fairy Penguin tours and learn about their habits and habitat. Just north of the town is East Coast Nature World with free-roaming animals.
Penguin Tours and Booking Centre, Tasman Highway
Ph: 6375 1333

Bay of Fires
Set between Eddystone Point and Binalong Bay, the Bay of Fires has stunning coastal scenery with red rocks, white beaches and tranquil lagoons. At Binalong Bay (10 minutes from St. Helens) there are plenty of accommodation options, fishing spots and diving facilities, and a general store and cafe.

Coles Bay and Freycinet National Park
Coles Bay is the gateway to Freycinet Peninsula. Be sure to take the walk to Wineglass Bay lookout. The spectacular Freycinet National Park offers pristine beaches, coastal and mountain walks and wildlife.
Freycinet Lodge Interpretive Centre, 6257 0101; Freycinet Marine Farm, 9am-5pm. Free admission 6352 6566

Forest EcoCentre
Experience the union of cutting-edge design and advanced technology with the principles of ecological sustainability at this elegant ‘building within a building’
88 King Street, Scottsdale; open daily 9am-5pm. Free admission 6352 6566

Maria Island National Park
The island is reached by a 20-minute ferry ride from Triabunna. The ruins of old convict era buildings are worth exploring.

St Helens
The 'game fishing capital of Tasmania', St Helens is ten minutes from Binalong Bay and the spectacular Bay of Fires.
St Helens History Room, Cecilia Street, St Helens;
Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm
Ph: 6376 1744

Swansea
Be sure to stay at comfortable Meredith House, visit the renown Kate's Berry Farm and shop at the interesting Gallery One Nine. The Left Bank, with its unique atmosphere, elegant private dining room and outdoor garden offers, fine local produce sourced from Flinders Island to the Huon Valley.
The Left Bank, Main Street, Swansea.
Open daily 9am-5pm; Closed Tuesday (and Wednesday May to August)
Ph: 6257 8896