Walking Attractions in Tasmania

Tasmania is regarded as the world's best walking destination. There are hundreds of walking tracks through a variety of landscapes and there are all easily accessible because of the size of the island. The mountains, beaches, coastline, rainforests, rivers and lakes all offer a great walking experience. Also, the facilities provided for walkers are superb - campsites, toilets, shelters, visitor centres as well as excellent tracks. And, because of the number of tracks, none of them are ever crowded.

There are walks of two hours, four hours, whole day walks and multi-day walks to choose from and, again, you can go at your own pace or join a guided walk where you will have an expert guide to point out the flora and fauna. Of course, there are short walks throughout the state - even half an hour can take you through a rainforest to a spectacular waterfall. All walks are marked with a track map and an approximate time it should take to enjoy it. But, no matter how long or short the walk, there are some things to keep in mind…

· Walking solo on remote tracks can be risky. A group of three people is probably the ideal number. If something happens to one person, someone can stay with him/her while the other goes for help.
· All Tasmanian Walks have excellent navigation maps but, on extended wilderness trips, take a compass as well as a map.
· Weather can change quickly and dramatically, especially in alpine areas. Cold fronts can arrive and pass quickly and the sun can be deceptive - take a hat and plenty of sunscreen, no matter how cold it is.
· A first aid kit can come in handy and a good waterproof jacket with a hood is an important item of clothing
· There is a fee for walking in the national parks with all money raised going back into maintenance of the park. A National Parks Pass costs AUD$30 which gives unlimited access to all parks for up to two months or you can take a day pass for $5 per person or $15 per car.