Port Arthur and Tasman Peninsula Travel Guide

21/05/2021

Winter Specials 🎈 now available at Saltwater River Convict Beach House. Don't miss out!

The Cottage is available this weekend from 💕$145 per night.
https://www.convictbeachhouse.com/

Self-contained waterfront accommodation in the Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Region.

04/02/2021

You'll never forget a visit to the hauntingly beautiful Coal Mines Historic Site.
Great bush walks, fascinating history.
Saltwater River, Tasman Peninsula

https://coalmines.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Visitor-Guide-Coal-Mines-Site.pdf

13/01/2021

Last chance for a break before School is back!
Our Cottage, including free use of a tandem Kayak, is available for stays during
26 January - 31 January
Openings due to recent cancellations. Don't miss out! https://www.convictbeachhouse.com/

31/12/2020

If you are visiting Port Arthur Historic Site, pre-bookings are now essential!

Pre-bookings are now essential!
Who would have thought so many people are keen to get INTO a prison?
We are so proud and pleased to be welcoming visitors to our site over this holiday period and we really want to make sure everyone is having the best experience they can.
To adhere to Covid capacity restrictions and to make sure we don’t have to make you wait or turn you away at the door, please head to www.portarthur.org.au or call our Reservations team on 1800 659 101 to book your entry and tour tickets for your preferred day(s) and times.

Image: Dee Kramer



Discover Tasmania Hobart & Beyond
World Heritage Australian Convict Sites

18/12/2020

PORT ARTHUR UPDATE

Port Arthur Historic Site will be closed for Christmas Day, however, the Coal Mines Historic Site remains open and free entry for anyone wishing to explore the convict ruins at the edge of Saltwater River. All sites will be back to normal opening hours 10am-5pm and Ghost Tours on Boxing Day 26 December.

NEW Evening Performances
Prison and Power: coercion and corruption in a convict settlement, will be performed by Turin Productions in the Separate Prison Thursday to Saturday from 5pm – 6.30pm and Sundays from 4.30pm - 6.00pm 31 December -31 January 2021. Tickets to this premium experience are limited, so bookings are essential. We highly recommend a dinner and play package.

1830 Restaurant & Bar OPEN for Sunday Lunches
Along with opening for evening meals Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, 1830 Restaurant and Bar will be now opening for lunch from Sunday 6th December 2020. Bookings are essential to help with COVID safe tracing as well as to ensure you get a seat at the table - contact us at [email protected] or phone us on 03 6251 2310.
Not only that, but we will also have a Happy Hour at the Port Arthur Cafe with 10% off all drinks to tide you over from 3pm - 5pm each day.

World Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site is the best preserved convict site in Australia, and among the most significant convict era sites worldwide.

18/12/2020

Looking for accommodation in January? Our Cottage, including free use of a tandem Kayak, is available for stays during
15-17 January
20 January
26-28 January
Openings due to recent cancellations. Don't miss out! https://www.convictbeachhouse.com/

Self-contained waterfront accommodation in the Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Region.

02/11/2020

Special Offer for Three Capes Track extended until 30 November 2020

* Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service is offering a promotional fare of $360 for all departures from 1 October 2020 to 30 November 2020.

* Terms and Conditions apply
https://www.threecapestrack.com.au

In order to ensure physical distancing and COVID-19 safe practices are met, the PWS has decided to reduce walker numbers on the Three Capes Track.

02/11/2020

Children visit Port Arthur Historic site for free until 31 December.
From now till 31st Dec 2020, children are admitted Free of Charge. In addition, all paid patrons will receive a free Ticket of Leave pass, which allows free re-entry for two years (including the Cascades Female Factory in South Hobart).
https://portarthur.org.au/

19/06/2020

The Tasman Island Cruise is scheduled to restart on 1 July. Check out the specials available for sale now and use later.

Daily cruises from Hobart, Port Arthur, Bruny Island, Coles Bay and Wilsons Promontory.

14/06/2020

We know this year has been tough for many so it's great to see the Saltwater River Convict Beach House is offering guests 10% off on multi-night stays for stays from 20 July up until the end of the year for both The Cottage and The House.

We are offering all guests who book direct with us 10% off* on multi-night stays.

Book via the website - https://apac.littlehotelier.com/properties/saltwaterriverconvictbeachhousedirect or just click on the Book Now button on this page and enter the code STAY20.

Or email us at [email protected] or call on 0402 347 973.

* Valid for stays between 20 July and 31 December 2020.

14/06/2020

We know this year has been tough for many so it's great to see the Saltwater River Convict Beach House is offering guests 10% off on multi-night stays for stays from 20 July up until the end of the year for both The Cottage and The House.

We are offering all guests who book direct with us 10% off* on multi-night stays.

Book via the website - https://apac.littlehotelier.com/properties/saltwaterriverconvictbeachhousedirect or click on the Book Now button on this page and enter the code STAY20.

Or email us at [email protected] or call on 0402 347 973.

* Valid for stays between 20 July and 31 December 2020.

06/06/2020

The Tasman Peninsula is opening up for business and there couldn’t be a better time to catch our stunning winter blooms and amazing seascapes.

Saltwater River Convict Beach House now open
Lime Bay State Reserve open
Tasman National Park now open
Coal Mines Historic Site reopening 20 June
Three Capes Track multi-day walk reopening on 15 June
Port Arthur Historic Site reopening 3 July

As restrictions are subject to change please check indvidual business websites, parks.tas.gov.au and coronavirus.tas.gov.au for the most up to date information.

29/01/2020

Don't miss this year's Koonya Garlic Festival.

Tasmanian superstar Monique Brumby is coming to KGF 2020 🙌
This beloved singer, songwriter, guitarist, music producer and 2 X ARIA Award Winner will be taking centre stage and bringing big melodic vibes to our little festival.
Monique's on the cusp of releasing her 7th album "Closer To The Truth" and you'll all get to preview her new songs prior to release
Just another huge reason to join us Feb 29 at KOONYA, home of Tasmania's original garlic festival...see you there!

04/01/2020

If you want to beat the crowds, take Tasmania's paths less travelled including this region’s Coal Mines Historic Site.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-01-02/tassie-trips-to-escape-the-tourism-trail/11735088

Tasmania's popularity means some iconic spots are getting a little crowded during peak times. Here are some trips to veer off the tourist trail.

28/12/2019

If you're still looking for a getaway this summer get in quickly as availability is limited. The stunning Convict Beach House is available from 28 January 2020.
Book now on https://convictbeachhouse.com/house.html

11/11/2019

10/11/2019

Opening Special from $250 per night!

10/11/2019

When Stephen Bayley is not crafting his next award-winning brew, he manages the Convict Beach House at Saltwater River, Tasman Peninsula with his family.

From 1 December, the Convict Beach House is opening its architecturally designed holiday home “The House” in addition to their highly rated “Cottage”. Opening special from $250 per night for bookings made before 31 December 2019 for stays until 30 April 2020.

Stunning panoramic views, three spacious bedrooms and expansive indoor and outdoor entertainment areas on 12 acres of privacy. When you’re not looking out for soaring sea eagles, or meeting a pod of dolphins while kayaking on the bay (Kayak included), be surprised by the connection to the past.

Once an agricultural outstation providing food to Port Arthur, the property’s Mediterranean climate produces olives, honey and seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Visit Saltwater River Convict Beach House now.

07/04/2019

Winners in 2018 with a top score - 9.8!
https://convictbeachhouse.com

05/11/2018

Hobart film company Rummin Productions presents From Little Things – Short films, Big Stories from lutruwita / Tasmania.

A collection of their award winning short films about extraordinary Tasmanians is coming to Eaglehawk Neck Hall on Saturday 1 December.

Tickets are $20 Adults (Kids free) and will include a light supper.

It's a special date as the Hall is celebrating it's 90th birthday!

The event will include screenings of four documentaries (65min total) followed by a Q&A with filmmakers and Paul Pritchard, book signing, followed by a light supper afterwards. From Little Things line-up: namanu rruni | Albatross Island (14:19) namanu rruni | Albatross Island trailer Albatross Islan...

05/11/2018

https://tasmanpeninsula.com.au now has a Last Minute Booking function so you can see at a glance what's available right now.

If you are an accommodation or tour provider contact us to add your business.

21/10/2018

Say no to expanding fish farms in our beautiful Norfolk Bay, Tasman Peninsula. Boycott farmed salmon which is being produced using unsustainable methods and includes ALL Tasmanian farmed salmon. Doing so will protect both our environment and our native fish.

Farmed Salmon has been added to the "Say No" red list on our Sustainable Seafood Guide app. To learn why check out the rating here - bit.ly/FarmedSalmon

What to eat instead? There are many great examples of sustainable fish farming in Australia - oysters, mussels, prawns, barramundi, Murray cod and cobia are great green-list examples of sustainable aquaculture in our Sustainable Seafood Guide.

If you eat seafood, download the Sustainable Seafood Guide app in the iTunes Store or Google Play now!

16/08/2018

Local operators will soon be able to increase their marketing exposure and bookings through a new local distributor - TasmanPeninsula.com.au

30/05/2018

This week sees the reopening of the fabulous Convict Beach House at Saltwater River. Christine and Stephen are welcoming guests to stay at the fully refurbished Cottage - self-contained two bedroom waterfront accommodation which sleeps a maximum of 4. Free use of Kayak, 5 minutes to the Convict Coal Mines Historic Site, a stroll to the beach.
Great specials available now until 31 August, visit
https://convictbeachhouse.com - the perfect place to stay at the end of your Three Capes Walk.

30/05/2018

On 14 and 15 June, Sands, Sorell and Dunalley

Air Services are holding Community Consultations as part of their Hobart Flight Path Review.

Protect our unique corner of Tasmania by objecting to the current concentrated flight path which allows passenger jets flying over protected land and marine reserves at only 3000 feet.

http://www.airservicesaustralia.com/wp-content/uploads/18-0015-FAC-Hobart-implementation-of-Alternative-2.pdf

http://ano.gov.au/reportsstats/reports/Hobart_Noise_Improvements_Apr2018_Review_ASA_Response.pdf

27/02/2018

On 3 March we have a chance to rid the state of gaming machines.

BETWEEN 2008 and 2016, I spent eight years as chairman of the Tasmanian Gaming Commission.

20/02/2018

The stunning Tasman National Park

20/02/2018

Don’t miss the Koonya Garlic Festival this Saturday!

Koonya Garlic Festival Calendar Add to Calendar Add to Timely Calendar Add to Google Add to Outlook Add to Apple Calendar Add to other calendar Export to XML When: February 24, 2018 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm 2018-02-24T10:00:00+11:00 2018-02-24T15:30:00+11:00 Where: Koonya Hall Koonya TAS 7187 Australi...

19/02/2018

The adjusted flight paths appear to be coming further and further into our peninsula. Here is what you can do about it.
https://www.justplanewrong.org/what-you-can-do/

2. If you are not satisfied with the Airservices response you can contact the Aircraft Noise Ombudsman (ANO), so your views can be incorporated in her investigation report, due to be published in April:

29/01/2018

New population of world’s rarest fish discovered off Tasmanian coast - http://www.media.utas.edu.au/general-news/all-news/new-population-of-worlds-rarest-fish-discovered-off-tasmanian-coast