Discover the Tarkine, Australia's largest cool temperate rainforest

The second largest expanse of cool temperate rainforest in the world...

The Tarkine

Firstly, we pay respect to the traditional and original owners of the Tarkine, the Tasmanian Aboriginal groups who called this place home… we pay respect to those that have passed before us and acknowledge today’s Tasmanian Aboriginal community who are the custodians of this land.

As the greatest expanse of cool temperate rainforest in Australia, and the second largest in the world, the region delivers a very special experience. Unlike many places in the world, it remains as a as a hidden treasure…

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Activities

Find your next adventure here...

Welcome to the Tarkine, its many facets and the many unique experiences it has to offer. The region is diverse and has a great deal to offer, especially the eco-tourist looking to partake in our sustainable tourism experiences. Sustaining the environment, culture and heritage of a region while at the same time sustaining the economic growth through tourism.

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Walks

With well maintained walking tracks, accessible lookouts, picnic places galore and an abundance of photo opportunities, you can choose to either self-drive or for the ultimate experience, book a tour.

Helicopter Tours

Take a scenic helicopter fight over spectacular coastlines, the original Van Dieman’s Company property at Woolnorth and the rainforest canopy of the Tarkine Wilderness. All flight operations are subject to weather conditions.

Arthur River Cruises

The MV “George Robinson” & AR Reflections departs from the mouth of the Arthur River and cruises 14 km up to the junction of the Arthur and Frankland Rivers. Cruises departs daily. (September - end of May)

4WD Tours

Venture out on a full-day tour for a truly memorable and unique experience exploring the “Edge of the World” region of Tasmania. Tours operate on demand and depart at 9:00am returning at 6:00pm from Tall Timbers Hotel at Smithton.