Tamar Valley

Discover some of Tasmania's best cool climate wines, fascinating wildlife, history and scenery.

George Town
Situated near the mouth of the Tamar River, George Town has beautiful beaches and a panoramic lookout at the top of Mount George. Explore the town's history on the Heritage Trail.
Visitor Information Centre, Main Road; open daily 10am-4pm; 6382 1700
The Pier Motel and Hotel, 5 Elizabeth Street, George Town; 6382 1300

Low Head
Just north of George Town is Australia's oldest, continuously operating pilot station, a maritime museum and a lighthouse. Penguins come ashore nightly.
Nocturnal Penguin Tours 0418 361 860
Maritime Museum 6382 1143

Narawntapu National Park
Formally Asbestos Ranges National Park. Easily accessible, this park includes beaches, inlets, island headlands, dunes, lagoons, all with amazing wildlife.

Platypus House
Located 48km north of Launceston, on the wharf at Beauty Point, Platypus House is the only place in Tasmania where you can see platypuses and echidnas in daylight in an indoor setting. An interpretation centre explains the animal biology of these unique animals and a theatrette shows a film on the platypus. A cafe serves excellent beverages and snacks and there is a selection of gifts and postcards to remind you of this special place.
Inspection Head Road, Beauty Point.
Open 7 days.
Ph: 6383 4884

Seahorse World
This working farm and aquarium displays weedy sea dragons, seahorses, pipe fish and other endangered species. There is a touch pool and theatrette. Guided tours on the half-hour.
Beauty Point, Tamar Valley;
Open daily 9:30am-4:30pm
Ph: 6383 4111

Tamar Valley Resort Grindelwald
Just 15km north of Launceston, this excellent 4 star hotel and accommodation complex has facilities open to the public seven days a week. Try the 18-hole mini golf course or the 9-hole golf course. Browse in the shopping arcade or relax in the restaurant or lounge bar.
Take advantage of this great offer.
Premier Hotel Suite only $110 per night, per couple, room only. Valid to 30/09/06. Subject to availability. For details please visit;
www.tamarvalleyresort.com.au
West Tamar Highway, Legana
Ph: 1800 817 595