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A dry and warm period from December through February is the best time to visit Tasmania. Don't let the tourist troops and pricier rooms let you down as summer in Tassie dapples with various festivals and is perfect for hiking and scuba diving. March–May is a season for yachting, wines, and fresh Pacific oysters. If you are up to save money, plan your trip from May to September. Winter months are lavish with truffles and scallops, give you a glimpse of the Aurora Australis, and are snowy on higher elevations. Witness tulip blooming, taste lobster or get a load of Tasmania's remarkable wombats and devils in Tasmania from September through November when the crowds are thinned.

34 things to do in Tasmania

Flying Duck Orchid

September–January Nature

Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them

Tasmanian Beach Season

December–February Activity

Enjoy the heat and quietness of Tasmanian top beaches

Tasmanian Devil

October–December Nature

Don't miss a chance to meet Tasmania's most dangerous and well-known animal—the Devil

Pademelon

April–June Nature

Tasmania's special small and cute kanragoo-animals

Rafting Experience

November–March Activity

Take on Tasmania's rafting experience and try your hand at island's largest river hills

Truffle Season

mid-June–July Activity

Hunt for the world's finest truffles in Tasmania's rainforests

Aurora Australis or Southern Lights

May–August (all year round) Nature

Observe mesmerizing southern lights while looking at the beautiful Tasmanian sky

Watching Platypus

September–November Nature

Stay up at night watching Tasmania's platypuses

Lavender Season

December–early February (best in mid-December–mid-January) Nature

Breathe in sweet, fresh lavender at one of the world's largest lavender plantations!

Nelson Falls at Best

November–May Nature

Enjoy the magnificent views of the island from the top of Nelson Falls

Scuba Diving

November–March Activity

Try Tasmania's scuba diving experience on the top beaches across Australia

Bruny Island Neck

September–February Nature

A beautiful nature reserve and isthmus connecting north and south parts of the Bruny Island

Birdwatching

April–October Nature

Set out for your Tasmanian birdwatching adventure

Pacific Oysters

April–September Food

Often called the best oysters in South Pacific, the Pacific oysters are al​so available mostly in Tasmania

Watching World Smallest Penguins

October–April Nature

It is a lifetime experience at the edge of the world

Sandboarding Season

October–April Activity

Hit the sand dunes on Tasmania's warm west coast

Lobster Season

September–November Food

Taste Tasmania's culinary delights with a rich local lobster menu

Scallop

Easter Saturday–late July Food

The delicacy that you must try now, or it will be too late! Try it in a soup or plain raw with tiny bit of salt to get the best taste possible

Blooming Tulips

late September–early October Nature

Feel the fragrance of spring at Tasmania's famous tulips fields

Seal Watching

September–May Nature

Watch Tasmania’s fur seals in the wild

Wombat Watching

September–March Nature

Tasmania's wombats might be your cutest experience on the island. You can trace them by the cubic poop

Dark Mofo Festival

June 2023 Event

Feel the Power of Myth merged with the contemporary art at Dark Mofo Festival

Yachting Season

March–May Activity

Find your perfect spot for yachting experience in Tasmania

Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 26, 2024–January 2, 2025 Event

One of the world's most anticipated races that has a long history and offers some spectacular sights!

Echidna

June–August Nature

Watch one of the most extravagant animals of the island in the wild

Pumpkin Season

March–August Food

Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788

Quince

March–July Food

One of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!

Capsicum

December–May Food

This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal

Boxing Day

December 26 Event

One of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ

Asparagus

September–November Food

In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)

March–May Food

These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them

Whale Watching in Tasmania

May–November Nature

The annual migration brings whales to Tasmania waters

New Year's Eve in Tasmania

December 31 Event

Tassie-style celebration and fireworks

Australian Jazz Convention

December 26–31, 2024 Event

The longest-running annual jazz event in the world

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