West Coast Tasmania

The West Coast Wilderness Railway vintage steam train with green and red cars traveling through a lush, mountainous forest landscape with tall trees and mist, under a clear blue sky.

West Coast Wilderness Railway

Journey through Tasmania's rugged western wilderness aboard a historic steam train. Students can disembark to engage in activities such as panning for gold and honey tasting, providing hands-on learning about the region's rich history and natural resources

Huon Pine wooden craving/sculpture of five men dressed in outdoor or work clothing, wearing hats, with one holding an axe and another holding a hammer, mounted on a wooden textured wall.

The Wall

On your way to the West Coast from Hobart you will find The Wall in the Wilderness. This remarkable 100-meter-long sculpture carved from Huon Pine, offers students a unique insight into Tasmania's cultural and historical heritage.

Aerial view of the dense green forest at Corinna, with deep blue colored water and a dock and boats, with a parking lot and buildings nearby. Mountain range in the background.

Corinna Wilderness Village

A true immersion in Tasmania’s Wilderness, the retreat provides a range of engaging activities, including guided river cruises on the heritage-listed Arcadia II, kayaking serene waterways, and exploring walking trails that wind through ancient forests.

Aerial view of the Gordon River winding through a green, forested landscape on Tasmania's West Coast with mountains in the background. A boat is traveling along the river, creating ripples in the water.

Gordon River Cruise

Experience Tasmania's World Heritage-listed wilderness, as this cruise gives insight into the region's history & ecology. Explore the historic Sarah Island penal settlement and walking through ancient rainforests at Heritage Landing.

A mountainous landscape at Iron Bloow Lookout, with a large lake in the foreground, surrounded by rocky terrain and green hills, with a winding road and trees on the slopes.

Iron Blow Lookout

Delve into the region's rich mining history. From the viewing platform, students can observe the remnants of the Iron Blow open-cut mine, a site of significant copper extraction since 1883. A great opportunity to discuss Tasmania’s industrial past and environmental transformations

Nelson Falls waterfall cascading over rocks in a lush green forest with trees and ferns.

Nelson Falls

A captivating 30-meter cascade nestled within Tasmania's World Heritage-listed wilderness. Accessible via a gentle 1.4 km return walk through lush rainforest, the falls provide an excellent opportunity for students to engage with Tasmania's unique temperate ecosystems.

A woman with blonde hair sitting on a boat against the railing, smiling, looking out across the water.

Arthur River Cruise

Discover Tasmania’s pristine Tarkine wilderness, this is a showcase of untouched rainforests and diverse wildlife. Students can take the opportunity to to discuss environmental conservation and the significance of preserving natural habitats, while spotting sea eagles, platypus and azure kingfishers.

Australia's longest running play, The Ship That Never Was, in an outdoor theater featuring a large wooden boat and characters, with an audience seated on wooden benches watching.

The Ship that Never Was

Australia's longest-running play, performed daily at the Richard Davey Amphitheatre in Strahan. This engaging production tells the true story of ten convict shipwrights who, in 1834, commandeered the last ship built at the Sarah Island penal settlement in a daring escape attempt.

Historical brick building with a sign reading 'Zeehan School of Mines and Machinery,' featuring decorative architectural elements and informational plaques outside the entrance.

West Coast Heritage Centre

An immersive journey into Tasmania's rich mining history. Housed in the historic Zeehan School of Mines and Metallurgy, the centre features over 30 themed exhibitions, including a world-class mineral collection, classic locomotives, mining machinery displays, and galleries.

Inside the Paragon Theater with a stage, red curtain, black sofas, and orange chairs.

Paragon Theatre Queenstown

A beautifully restored 1933 cinema that offers students a unique glimpse into the golden age of film and architecture. A film showing will give students insight into the history of the region and its people. The original projection equipment, provides an early 20th-century entertainment experience.

The view of 'The Nut' from a distant hill, overlooking a beach with turquoise water and the small town of Stanley, Tasmania. A winding road runs along the coast, and there are grassy fields with trees in the foreground. The sky has scattered clouds.

The Nut Stanley

This striking geological formation rises 143 meters above sea level, offering students a unique opportunity to explore the remnants of an ancient volcanic plug. A hike or the scenic chairlift takes you to the summit, where panoramic views of the historic town, Bass Strait, and surrounding landscapes await.