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01A compact Swiss-style village outside Launceston that pairs tidy alpine façades with easy access to Tamar Wetlands, Brady Lookout, and the dramatic Cataract Gorge. Perfect for photographers, families, and travelers who want big views without big hikes.
02A compact alpine playground 90 minutes from Launceston, Ben Lomond is Tasmania’s accessible high-country: ski slopes in winter, plateau hikes and summit pushes in summer, and a landscape that rewards preparation and quiet observation.
03Cradle Mountain is Tasmania’s accessible alpine jewel: a 6 km lakeside circuit, steep lookouts, Gondwanan rainforest and frequent wombat sightings. This guide tells you what to hike, how to plan and what to pack for a memorable day or multi-day visit.
04Cataract Gorge Reserve is Launceston’s wild neighbor: basalt cliffs, ferned gullies, the world’s longest single-span chairlift and walking tracks that suit both quick visits and full mornings of exploration. This guide shows how to experience the Gorge with purpose and practical smarts.
05A quiet glide through tall eucalyptus and ferned understorey — the Hollybank Segway tour turns a forest visit into an accessible, sensory-rich adventure. Spend 90 minutes moving gently through ancient trees and return to Launceston refreshed and curious.
06Launch from wooden platforms, skim above the Piper River, and learn how the treetops shape this quieter side of Launceston. Hollybank’s canopy tour pairs thoughtful guiding with a 400m zipline that reorients the usual walk in the woods.