Tasmania is packed with the world's most beautiful scenery and it is all captured on an island of manageable size. You can drive clear across it in just a few hours experiencing towering alpine landscapes with dolerite peaks, rainforest gorges full of wild rivers and sandy beaches covered in hot dunes. So, just imagine how much you can see from the air.
Australia's island state is also committed to protecting its natural landscapes and some of Tassie's national parks aren't even accessible by vehicle, so you'll not only want to book flights to Tasmania, but within Tasmania as well! If you do not want to trek through the bush, you'll have to marvel at the landscape from above. And you'll be gazing at lands that are untouched by human hands. Below are some of the best places to experience by air.


Thousands flock to the east coast town of Orford for the summer for the laid back atmosphere, beautiful beaches, world-class diving and stunning views of Maria Island. But you can get a better view of this stunning island from the air as you fly over white sand beaches and remarkably blue water.

The Gordon River winds through some of the most remote reaches of Tasmania. It's a wild river and much of it is inaccessible by car or foot. Take to the air to see where no human has ever set foot.

The Tamar River carves a valley in northern Tasmania. The water feeds abundant farmlands that are used to grow cold climate grapes. These vineyards, breathtaking from the air, produce some of the world's best wines.


There are all sorts of ways to see Tasmania from the sky. Of course, there are scenic flights available from Launceston, Devonport and Hobart, but you'll also find a small airstrip in the west coast town of Zeehan where you can board a plane for Port Davey. The helicopter and air balloon are other viable options for eco-tourism.
But adventure-seekers can flock to places like the Tasman Peninsula for hang gliding at Pirates Bay. Or you can get a thrill by parasailing the pristine waters surrounding the island.