Swan River Sanctuary, Swansea, Tasmania © Stu Gibson
5 days on Tasmania’s Great Eastern Drive
Strolling white sands, saying g’day to Tasmanian devils, slurping oysters straight from the water – well, that’s just another day along Tasmania’s east coast.
Trip overview
The must-do experiences
- Feast on fresh oysters, crayfish and fish
- Stroll along the sand at the stunning Bay of Fires
- Spot wombats and Tasmanian devils on Maria Island
Day 1: Hobart to Orford via Maria Island National Park
The Tasmanian capital is a tasty entrée to the state’s ravishing east coast, a place that dazzles whether you’re in the water, on it or soaring above it.
Day 2: Orford to Swansea
Today, your drive is simply beautiful. Catch glimpses of the spectacular Freycinet Peninsula over Great Oyster Bay, enjoying fresh local produce along the way.
Day 3: Swansea to Freycinet National Park
Get set for end-of-the-Earth landscapes as the colours of Freycinet – dusty pinks, silvery greens and sparkling azure – come into focus.
Day 4: Freycinet National Park to St Helens
From marine reserves to forested national parks, this stretch of coast offers a glimpse into the diversity of Tasmania’s flora and fauna.
Day 5: St Helens to Bay of Fires
Your final day is arguably the most jaw-dropping. The Bay of Fires is a beguiling landscape of surreal rock formations and sandy beaches.
