Davenport in Tasmania

Look at Devonport's presentation at Davenport - http://cms.dcc.tas.gov.au

Devonport's seafaring connection with the mainland continues now today through the Spirit of Tasmania, the only passenger ferry operating across Bass Strait. Spirit of Tasmania operates between Melbourne and Devonport, sailing from both locations most nights and some days during peak periods. Campervans and motorhomes fares can be seen at http://www.spiritoftasmania.com.au

Devonport with a population of 24,000 is the largest city on Tasmania's north-west coast, is approximately one hours drive from Launceston.

Tiagarra, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural and Arts Centre, has dioramas showing the lifestyle of the Tasmanian Aborigines from the region, and is close to Aboriginal rock carvings. "Tiagarra" means "keep" in the Tasmanian Aboriginal language. The Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural and Arts Centre is at Mersey Bluff Devonport 7310 or at tiagarra@southcom.com.au

Leaving from Devonport Chocolate lovers shouldn’t miss the House of Anvers at Latrobe, with its chocolate factory and museum producing hand-made, Belgian-style chocolate truffles, fudges and pralines.

Ashgrove Farm Cheese specialize in the production of award winning English Country style cheeses using traditional recipes and manufacturing techniques. The cheese is manufactured from milk produced on the farm by the 800 cow dairy herd ensuring the highest quality standards are maintained throughout the process. Ashgrove Cheese is located in picturesque Elizabeth Town, the cheese factory is on the Bass Highway 20 minutes from Devonport and 10 minutes from Deloraine. Visitors can view the cheese making area and sample the range of cheeses available. www.ashgrovecheese.com.au/

The Davenport Hotel - http://www.thedavenporthotel.com/ is a great choice for the first nights stop over.

Tasmania Motorhome hire with locations from our different selfdrive rental suppliers such as Hobart, Launceston and Davenport. Just easily compare all our options available in Tasmania for each motorhome size and layout.

Tasmania is an island separated from mainland Australia by the 240 km stretch of Bass Strait with spectacular scenery, a rich heritage and superb food and wine. It's an island made for touring - and the best way to explore is in a comfortable, spacious, self-contained motorhome or campervan from Tasmania Motorhomes. Getting to Tasmania can be by ferry or plane.

Explore the Apple Island as it is also known in a quality Motorhome or Campervan hire rental. We have an itinerary from hobart to Hobart though you can vary from Launceston or Davenport - check here for the Island of Tasmania's distances. Don't be constrained by a time and guide let yourself be the guide and explore explore explore.

Why be tied down to a daily schedule? In your own travelling home, you can plan your journey as you go. Our motorhomes and campervans are top quality, late model vehicles, superbly maintained and fully equipped with verything you need. Experience the most relaxing, versatile and enjoyable way to discover Tasmania.

Tasmania is a land abundant – a island of wild pristine landscapes; friendly, folks; a pleasant, moderatley seasonal temperate climate; world stand wines and rich cuisine and exquisite produce. With is heritage and colonial history Tasmania boosts a friendly and relaxed island lifestyle for your to experince in your travels around the island. According to travellers in search of excellence, Tasmania has one of the world’s 10 best beaches (Wineglass Bay, ), one of the world’s best little town (Strahan) one of the world’s Sustainable Tourism Initiative. There are so many things to do in Tasmania from fishing, farms, wineries, parks, activities and adventures.

The warmer months are a good choice of time to visit Hobart and tour around Tasmania especially during late summer and autumn. Hobart is choice comencing point for for vacation around the island state of Tasmania. Hire a rental luxury spacious campervan or motorhome with a toilet, shower, airconditioner from Hobart and consider 10 to 14 days to be able to experience the many things to do Tasmania or try our cultural hertiage with our events such as arts, museums and sport in Tasmania and places to go in Tasmania.

Scenic Drives

Scenic drives Tasmania’s network of highways allows you to loop around the island using a combination of routes. The road to the west coast (A10) winds from Hobart to Strahan through the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area (WHA). You can follow the Bass Highway (A2) along the north-west coast to the far north-west.

On the east coast, the Tasman Highway (A3) takes you alongside beaches and tiny seaside towns to Coles Bay and Freycient National Park and on to St Helens.

On the the Lake Highway (A5) you cross the "roof" of Tasmania - the Central Plateau; while the Heritage Highway (Highway1) links the historic Georgian midland villages.

On the Arthur Highway (A9) you travel the Tasman Peninsula to Port Arthur and the Port Arthur Historic Site, while the Huon Highway (A6) takes you to waterways and wilderness south of Hobart. Acknowledgements: Scenic Drives is an extract from http://www.discovertasmania.com

When you book luxury or even budget rental camper van, motor home, mobile homes or RV as they are also known hire in Hobart through our Tasmania Motorhomes site, you will receive a dependable slefdribe camper or motorhhome from an reputable, experienced and established supplier who's brand is world renowned and at our best rates and packages.

Tasmania - a wilderness adventure seekers paradise with numerous internationally known heritage listed National Parks. With one third of the State in World Heritage areas, you will find parks and reserves to enjoy accessible wilderness and nature. Tasmania is rich and vibrant with it's unique fauna and flora species - many unique to the island of Tasmania such as the Tasmanian Devil

Because of the well maintained road network, it is easy to see many differing landscapes in a rather short time line. Whether you have allocated a few days or asay two weeks, your touring will be rewarding and memorable.

Around some 20% of Tasmania is classified as a World Heritage area of true outstanding natural and cultural significance. Tasmanians breathe some of the world's cleanest air, drink pure crystral clear water and grow mouth-watering rich and vibrant produce from it's island's fertile soil.

Tasmania's oceans and coastlines are also there for those diving. There are hundreds of diving and snorkelling sites all over Tasmania to suit all diving abilities . To find the right site for you, visit www.divetasmania.com.au or ask a local dive operator.