Route: Australia: The Most Unreal Beauty on Earth - Tasmania, Australia

Explore 15 iconic Australian landmarks spanning Tasmania and beyond, including Wineglass Bay's pristine beaches, Wentworth Falls' cascading waters, Wave Rock's distinctive formations, and the vast Simpson Desert. This route showcases Australia's geological diversity through national parks, coastal cliffs, and natural wonders across multiple regions.

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Places
Start
Wineglass Bay
End
Lion Rock
Stops
15
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Stops on this route

  1. Wineglass Bay — Iconic crescent-shaped beach in Freycinet National Park.
  2. Wentworth Falls — Cascading waterfall in the Blue Mountains.
  3. Wave Rock — Massive granite rock formation resembling a breaking wave.
  4. Karijini National Park — Remote park featuring gorges, waterfalls, and ancient rock formations.
  5. Simpson Desert — Vast outback desert landscape with red sand dunes.
  6. Port Arthur Historic Site
  7. Menindee Lake
  8. Bruny Island
  9. Millaa Millaa Falls
  10. Leven Canyon
  11. James Price Point
  12. Cape Raoul
  13. Kalbarri National Park
  14. Mount Field West
  15. Lion Rock

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Transport
Wineglass Bay can be easily reached by walking trails from Hazards Beach in Freycinet National Park.
Tip
Wentworth Falls plunges 150 m into Jameson Valley, combining rushing waters, dense forests, and towering sandstone cliffs.
Tip
Port Arthur Historic Site was built in 1845 as a flour mill and granary, then converted to a prison between 1854-1857, closing in 1877. View the ruins of the convict mess, damaged convict church, and sandstone hospital built 1841-1842.
Timing
Visit Menindee Lake at sunrise or sunset for the best views of submerged ancient trees and waterlogged remains.
Tip
At Bruny Island, the wooden boardwalk at the Neck winds to Truganini Lookout offering 360° views. You can easily spot fur seals on rocks and explore caves in cliffs. Kayaking available in tranquil bays.
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Millaa Millaa Falls is an 18 m waterfall in Queensland's Atherton Tablelands that plunges into a clear tranquil pool surrounded by rainforest. The winding road to the falls is lined with dense foliage.
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James Price Point is located 52 km north of Broome in Western Australia's Kimberley region. It features striking red cliffs and one of the world's largest collections of fossilized dinosaur footprints.
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Cape Raoul has towering cliffs dropping 300 m into the sea. A 14 km trail reveals breathtaking views of cliffs and distant islands.
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Mount Field West is the highest peak in Mount Field National Park at 1,434 m. The 18 km challenging trail passes through glacial valleys and alpine lakes. Extreme weather is possible even in summer, so prepare accordingly.
Where to stay
Coober Pedy in South Australia's desert offers underground accommodation called dugouts. Many residents live underground to escape extreme heat exceeding 40°C. You can explore opal mines and stay in underground lodgings.
Tip
The Gap on the southern coast of Western Australia features a 24 m deep chasm through solid granite. A cantilevered glass platform offers thrilling views suspended over crashing waves with cool mist from powerful waves.
Transport
Dangar Falls near Doro, New South Wales features a 30 m waterfall. A well-maintained walking track leads to a scenic viewing platform. A trail also descends to the base where a natural swimming pool awaits.

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