Maria Island National Park
From Triabunna marina catch the ferry to this hidden gem with its fascinating mix of history, landscape, wildlife and marine experiences.- Maria Island is steeped in history. Its cliffs are embedded with fossils from the last Ice Age, intact middens indicate Aboriginal camp sites, the penal settlement at Darlington provides insight into life for Australia’s first European settlers and old farm buildings mark more recent activities.
- Walk to the fossil cliffs, convict reservoir, hop kilns, French’s farm or the painted cliffs.
- If you are fit, climb Bishop and Clerk or Mt Maria.
- Observe endemic and introduced wildlife. The island is a great spot for bird watching.
- Dive pristine waters to the wreck of the Troy D (permit required).
- Camp overnight, but bring everything with you and take it home again.
Things to See and Do
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East Coast CruisesCruise Maria Island's coastline discovering this rare jewel in Tasmania's wilderness crown. Explore sea caves, spring fed waterfalls, towering mountains and dramatic cliffs. Tour includes wildlife and historical interpretation, lunch, tea, coffee.49b Tasman Highway, Orford, Tasmania 7190 P 03 6257 1300 M 0408 313 904 E This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. W www.mariacruises.com.au
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Maria Island Ferry & Eco Cruises"Let us take you to this amazing place to see some of the finest examples of Tasmania's Heritage & Geological Wonders". Our Ferry Service: Visit Maria Island for the day or stay overnight. To book your seats on the Ferry for a day or an overnight trip or on one of our Cruise packages please contact us by phone or email. The Esplanade, Triabunna 7190M 0419 746 668 E This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. W www.mariaislandferry.com.au |
