Activities & Attractions

#1 Day trip along the North West Coastline with a Geological Theme: The Created From Chaos Trail Travel along the North West Coast visiting islands, cliffs and beaches from the Mersey Bluff lighthouse in Devonport to the lighthouse on Table Cape getting an understanding of Tasmanians evolution. Follow the route developed for Rotary Club of […]

The town of Penguin is nestled on the coast beneath the Dial Range. There are numerous drives and walking tracks through the range which includes the start of the Penguin to Cradle walking trail. Sleepy Dell Cottage is situated at the southern end of the Dial Range and there is a walking track from the […]

Wild life can be spotted around the cottage, however most Tasmanian animals are nocturnal and you may need to go out with a torch at night to see of them. To see more, visit Wing’s Wildlife Park, just 15 minutes’ drive in the picturesque valley of Gunns Plains. Birds:  Blue Wren, Fan Tails, Kookaburra, Magpies, […]

Penguin- 15 minutes North by car to Penguin Small seaside township many new cafes and gourmet food and “the Penguin” in the foreshore park. The renowned Penguin Market is on every Sunday. Relax and listen to the local musicians. The local information centre is located opposite “the Penguin”.

Cradle Mountain – is 1 1/2 hour drive from the cottage Cradle Mountain at the north end of the Cradle Mt – Lake St Clair National Park and is one of Tasmania’s most well-known reserves. World famous National Heritage Site. Typical day walks: Most tourists would walk the Lake Dove Circuit in about 3 hours. […]

 Wings Wildlife Park, Gunns Plains  – 15 minutes by car Wing’s Wildlife Park is a family owned park located at Gunns Plains. The Park displays a large collection of Tasmanian wildlife www.wingswildlife.com.au

Gunns Plains & the Caves- 15 minutes South by car The Valley of Gunns Plains Tasmania: The Leven River region of the north west coast is definitely worth a visit for more details click here…