• Cradle Mountain
  • Port Arthur
  • Bay of Fires beach

Tasmania holidays

Untamed enchanting Australian wilderness

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If there's any place on earth that's an untouched Garden of Eden, it's Tasmania's remote, temperate wilderness. With more than 40% of the island protected in reserves and National Parks, this is an island for nature lovers. Separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Strait, Tasmania's natural delights combine with gourmet local produce, historical sites and a range of activities for an unforgettable and adventurous holiday.

With Kuoni, stay at a selection of hand-picked Tasmania hotels.

Tasmania holiday highlights
•   Indulge in delicious West coast lobster (known here as crayfish)
•   Listen out for the world's largest carnivorous marsupial - the Tasmanian Devil
•   Take a bush walk in the rainforests and wild heathlands of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park 
•   Take to the road on one of Kuoni's Tasmania self-drives.

Australia Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni you can create your own dream Australia holiday by customising your trip, choosing different combinations of nights, hotels and resorts.
•   Request a copy of our superb Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific brochure
•   Call our Personal Travel Experts on 01306 747002 who will be happy to talk you through your requirements and provide a personalised quotation
•   Request a quote online

Find out more about Australia with our Information and Facts page.
Read our i-travel articles for more inspiration and ideas.

Capital city

Canberra
Population

Australia has a population of 19.5 million.

Time difference / local time

Australia has three time zones: Eastern Standard Time: GMT +10 Hours taking in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland Central Standard Time: GMT + 9 Hours 30 Mins taking in Northern Territory and South Australia. Western Standard Time: GMT

Language

English is the official language even though they do have their own vocabulary for certain words! The aborigines do have their own language but it is not widely spoken.

Currency

Australian Dollar ($). Approx. exchange rate AUD 1.61 = GBP 1 (27 January 2011) comprising of 100 cents = $1.
Passports and Visas

Visas are required by everyone except holders of Australian or New Zealand passports. Visas can now be booked electronically through Electronic Travel Authority (ETA’s) or by contacting the Australian High Commission. Clients will also require a 10 year passport which needs to be valid for six months after return to the UK. All other passport holders should contact the Australian High Commission as early as possible.

Shopping

Aborigine art is available in all major cities at every conceivable price. Shops selling duty-free goods are available so it’s worth looking at radios, photographic and electrical equipment, as well as clothes and perfumes. Your passport and ongoing ticket will prove that you’re eligible for duty-free although not always asked for. Souvenirs include the cuddly koala, boomerangs and the Australian wide brimmed hat.

Climate / season

Rule of the thumb is that the seasons in Australia are opposite to those in Europe. Spring & Summer is October to March with most of the country being warm or hot, the north being more tropical and the south having milder nights. Autumn and winter is April to September where the north and central Australia is clear, with warm days and cool nights. The south experiences cool days with occasional rain.

No compulsory vaccinations but recommended vaccination is Tetanus.

Tipping

If you feel that you have received an excellent service and wish to show appreciation for this then a discretionary tip of 10% may be given.

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