The North West Region of Tasmania is a diverse, beautiful, wild, rugged and fascinating area for a holiday exploring the coastal areas and the heritage listed areas of the South West National Park, which includes the delightful coastal and inland towns of Wynyard, Marrawah, Zeehan, Boat Harbour, Smithton, Penguin, Queenstown and Strahan. The region begins at the charming township of Penguin on the North Coast, just west of Ulverstone and Burnie, and extends along the north west coast to Smithton and down the west coast to the Strahan and Queenstown area. The inland route runs through Waratah, Guildford, Zeehan, West Coast and Strahan on Macquarie Harbour. The north western coast is very picturesque with many wild, secluded beaches and bays for swimming, fishing and surfing. There are many attractions,
great facilities and activities in the North West area including sailing, fishing, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, boating, snorkeling and scuba diving. The West Coast wilderness area has scenic mountains, a rugged rocky coastline, wild rivers, steep gorges and forest wilderness forests, lakes and wetlands. The town of Strahan in the West Coast is the gateway to the Lake Gordon, Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and the Southwest National Park areas. There is a wide range of accommodation, guided tours, attractions and activities in the area. Step into a bush timber art studio and marvel at the wood crafts and fine furniture. Enjoy the fresh farm produce ranging from boutique cheeses to raspberries and fruit. To the West is the Arthur River and the renowned Tarkine, which is Australia's
largest temperate rainforest. The hinterland is charming gently rolling hills with deep-red volcanic soil. Activities in the area include # The Great Nature Trail - a wildlife journey from Arthur River to the Narawntapu National Park. # The Great Western Tiers - a journey along the road to Cradle Mountain. # Cruise the Gordon River with World Heritage Cruises # Scenic Helicopter flights by SeAir # Cruises and fishing charters on Macquarie Harbour and the Gordon River.# Wild River Jet rides - an exhilarating 50 minute trip from Strahan up the King River # West Coast Wilderness Railway.