Explore The Coast
We are the perfect base to explore Tasmania’s beautiful east coast from…
Orford
Just 4 mintues drive from the Eastcoaster is the lovely beachside town of Orford. Positioned at the mouth of the Prosser River with spectacular views of Maria Island, Orford has beautiful beaches, scenic walking tracks, magnificent wines and great whiskey!
BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
Orford features several beautiful beaches including Raspins Beach, Millingtons Beach, Shelly Beach and Spring Beach.
SPRING BAY DISTILLERY
Enjoy cellar door tastings and learn how award winning spirits come to life through pure Tasmanian ingredients. Door sales and tastings available.
DARLINGTON VINEYARD
The vineyard comprises 1.6 hectares of hand-tended vines producing award-winning, cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. Cellar door sales and tastings available.
Triabunna
Only 6 minutes drive north from the Eastcoaster you will find Triabunna nestled on the banks of Spring Bay, the same beautiful bay we overlook from the Eastcoaster. This lovely little township houses the best Visitor Information Centre on the east coast and has a superb new marina that is the departure point for the Maria Island Ferry. The new wharf and marina has berthing for over 100 commercial and recreational vessels, a 230 metre concrete jetty, fuel facilities, and boat ramps.
MARIA ISLAND FERRY
The official ferry service to and from Maria Island National Park. Ferry terminal only 5 minutes drive from the Eastcoaster.
NATIONAL PARKS PASS
Required to visit Maria Island. Available to purchase from the Maria Island Ferry terminal at Triabunna.
EAST COAST CRUISES
Explore the waters surrounding Maria Island and beyond.
SPRING BAY SEAFOODS
The best mussels in the world!
THE FISH VAN
The fish and chip benchmark on the East Coast.
Swansea
40 minutes north of the Eastcoaster, you will find the pretty little village of Swansea sitting on the edge of Great Oyster Bay with lovely views across to Coles Bay, Schouten Island and beyond. The convict history of the area is rich and the towns historic buildings are well worth a stroll by.
KELVEDON ESTATE
Beautiful coastal wine vineyard.
SWANSEA CYCLE TOURS
Unique cycling tours on the our beautiful east coast. Meet the most wonderful people farming this land, growing grapes, farming oysters, and loving life on the east coast of Tasmania.
MELSHELL OYSTER SHACK
A must visit for all oyster lovers.
MILTON VINEYARD
Stunning vineyard with restaurant.
SPIKY BRIDGE
Convict built in 1843, this curious little bridge is one of a kind. Why are the stones laid upright?
Woodsdale
HORSE RIDING TASMANIA
Bush horse rides surrounded by beautiful Tasmanian State Forest. Rides suit Beginners to Advanced experience level. Woodsdale is 35 minutes west of the Eastcoaster.
Buckland
Buckland was first settled in 1820, this area was first known as Prosser Plains. It started as a bustling timber mill town but has since transformed into a peaceful rural escape. Here, you can explore convict history while enjoying stunning views and open spaces. Buckland is just 15 minutes from the Eastcoaster.
THE TASMANIAN BUSHLAND GARDEN
A free-entry botanical garden and nature reserve featuring native plants of east Tasmania.
TWAMLEY FARM
Farm activities include farm wanderings amongst the historic buildings, fishing, clay target shooting and more.
Coles Bay & Freycinet
Coles Bay is a small coastal town at the entrance to Freycinet National Park, famous for the stunning world class tourist attraction of Wineglass Bay. The town sits below the striking peaks of The Hazards mountain range. Coles Bay is only 1 hour and 20 minutes north of the Eastcoaster.
ALL 4 | ALL TERRAIN TOURS
Guided ATV tours through the Frecinet National Park.
FREYCINET CHALLENGE
A multi-sport event run over two days through the stunning Freycinet Peninsula.
FREYCINET MARINE FARM
Restaurant and eatery that specialises in locally grown Pacific oysters and Tasmanian blue mussels.
FREYCINET ADVENTURES
Guided kayaking and walking tours into the heart of Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay.
GREAT EASTERN WINE WEEK
A four-day festival along the East Coast Wine Trail from St Helens to Orford, once a year.
LONG LUNCH TOUR CO
Food and wine tours in the Bicheno, Coles Bay and Swansea region.
WINEGLASS BAY
An iconic beach known for its pristine white sand and turquoise waters. Located inside the Freycinet National Park with spectacular walking tracks ranging from the short Wineglass Bay Lookout to the full-day Wineglass Bay and Hazards Beach Circuit.
