Maria Island
World Heritage Listed Maria Island is located just off Tasmania’s east coast and is known for it’s historic ruins, picturesque bays, rugged cliffs and mountains and amazing fossils. But for many visitors, it is the island’s remarkable collection of rare birds and animals, largely unaffected by human presence, that is the highlight.
When the island became a National Park in the 1970s, a variety of threatened and endangered species were introduced and so it became an island sanctuary, a kind of “Noah’s Ark” for Tasmanian wildlife. In more recent times the next chapter of this island ark story played out when a population of healthy Tasmanian Devils were introduced.
The island is home to all Tasmania’s endemic birds including one of Australia’s rarest and smallest birds the endangered Forty-spotted Pardalote which has only five remaining population groups, of which Maria island is the largest remaining stronghold.
Quick facts
- Known as Tasmania's 'Noah's Ark' to safeguard endangered species including the Tasmanian Devil
- Hotspot to view Common Wombats and Macropods
- Home to all of Tasmania's endemic birds
- Sanctuary for endangered Forty-spotted Pardalote, Swift Parrot and Tasmanian Wedge-tailed Eagles
Experiences
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Family with Teens Wildlife Adventure
From $7,510 USD
16 days/15 nights
Family with Teens Wildlife Adventure
From $7510.00 USD
16 days/15 nights
Perfect for families with older children, this itinerary provides the opportunity to explore wildlife regions just outside of Australia's two most iconic cities, along with a visit to the natural paradise that is Tasmania.
Discover scenic bushland and private farmland near Sydney, where short walks offer encounters with emus, cockatoos,... -
Iconic Islands of Australia
From $4,780 USD
11 days/10 nights
Iconic Islands of Australia
From $4780.00 USD
11 days/10 nights
This journey covers several of Australia's most famous and adored island destinations including the wildlife havens of Kangaroo Island, Maria Island and Bruny Island, along with the Great Barrier Reef's Frankland Islands.
Immerse yourself on Kangaroo Island discovering its history, ecology, landscape, lifestyle, local produce, friendly people and incredible wildlife... -
Luxury Outback, River to Coast Walking Safari
From $6,760 USD
14 days/13 nights
Luxury Outback, River to Coast Walking Safari
From $6760.00 USD
14 days/13 nights
Immerse yourself in three of Australia's most iconic landscapes, on these three premium guided walking programs across the incredible Flinders Ranges, Australia's most famous river and the hiking hotspot of Tasmania.
Traverse the ancient Flinders Ranges where 600 million years of geological history provide spectacular backdrops to the rich array... -
Maria Island Winter Escape Walk
From $1,190 USD
3 days/2 nights
Maria Island Winter Escape Walk
From $1190.00 USD
3 days/2 nights
The ‘Maria Island Winter Escape Walk’ is a three day lodge based experience which explores the beautiful and historic northern end of the island featuring abundant marsupials.
The adventure starts and finishes in Hobart and begins with a hotel pickup. You will enjoy a number of seasonal wildlife events including... -
Summer Walking and Wellness Sojourn
From $7,130 USD
12 days/11 nights
Summer Walking and Wellness Sojourn
From $7130.00 USD
12 days/11 nights
Explore Australia's most renowned hiking region, with this adventure combining Tasmania wilderness and Maria Island, with a health and wellness experience on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula.
Combine short walks across some of Tasmania's beautiful landscapes and temperate rainforests including Mt Hartz, Mt Field, Tasman Peninsula and Mt Wellington.
Take a... -
The Maria Island Walk
From $1,910 USD
4 days/3 nights
Wildlife Interests: Land Mammals & Marsupials
Wildlife Interests: Land Mammals & Marsupials
The Maria Island Walk
From $1910.00 USD
4 days/3 nights
This four day guided walk across magnificent Maria Island, combines intimate wildlife encounters, fascinating history, pristine white sand beaches, and locally sourced gourmet food.
Small groups of maximum 10 guests and 2 guides, will explore the World Heritage Listed island with gentle walks by day and enjoy elegant private accommodation... -
Wine & Wildlife of the Southeast
From $7,000 USD
13 days/12 nights
Wine & Wildlife of the Southeast
From $7000.00 USD
13 days/12 nights
This itinerary provides a taste of the beautiful flavours offered across McLaren Vale, Hunter Valley, Kangaroo Island and Tasmania, as well as the iconic landscape and wildlife encounters Australia is known for.
Explore the picturesque McLaren Vale Wine Region, where over 50 small to medium wineries are set against a...