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A Natural Escape: Cape Raoul Cruises

This 90-minute wilderness cruise goes beyond Port Arthur to take in the cliffs, caves, arches and white sand beaches of the Tasman Peninsula to Cape Raoul. With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, the Tasman National Park is a coastal wonderland. Here the waters of the Tasman Sea collide with the towering ancient cliffs ... Read more

A Natural Escape: Eaglehawk Dive Centre

The Tasman region offers fabulous above-water scenery with massive cliff formations towering up to 300 metres above sea level. These walls continue underwater and combined with the rich invertebrate and marine plant life provide spectacular scuba diving. In addition, whales and dolphins are regularly sighted on this part of Tasmania’s coast. Eaglehawk Dive Centre has ... Read more

A Natural Escape: McHenry Distillery and Brewery Tour

McHenry Distillery 229 Radnor Rd, Port Arthur

Step behind the scenes at McHenry Distillery as we take you firstly on an immersive journey through our fully operational Brewery. Discover how we craft our beer and create the wash, the essential first step in whisky making. If there’s beer fermenting on the day, you’ll be treated to a fresh taste straight from the ... Read more

A Natural Escape: Tasman Island Cruise

Tasman Island Cruises provides unforgettable wilderness cruises along the spectacular coastline between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck in southern Tasmania. The cruise travels beneath the highest vertical sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere at Cape Pillar. Guests explore waterfalls, rock formations, archways and deep-sea caves. The coastline is part of the Tasman National Park. It ... Read more

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A Natural Escape: Pure Honey from the Tasman Region – Free Tasting

Tasman Honey 49 Hylands Road, Murdunna

Experience the sweet taste of nature with free honey tasting at Tasman Honey! Sample pure, locally harvested honey and hear from the owners about the bees and the fascinating honey harvesting process. A delicious and educational stop at A Natural Escape! Cost: FREE

A Natural Escape : TOGS Dip or Swim

The local Tasman Ocean Group Swimmers (TOGS) is open to everyone who is interested in getting into the ocean. Meet at Stewart’s Bay, Port Arthur on the Tasman Peninsula. You don’t need to be able to swim, just enjoy the water; especially the health benefits of getting into cold water. Refreshments provided after your dip. ... Read more

A Natural Escape: Button Art with Celeste Saunders

The Pear Shed Gallery 45 Parsons Bay Road, White Beach

Create your own amazing picture using recycled buttons of all colours. Come and enjoy this fun project. All materials supplied. All ages welcome. Cost: $5 per person* *Please book through website*

A Natural Escape: Our Place – Port Arthur is part of all of us past and present

The Asylum Port Arthur Historic Site, Port Arthur

Our Place is a compelling group of artworks from the Peninsula Art Group’s 2025 Port Arthur residency. Drawing upon Port Arthur as a place of contrasts, the harsh reality of the past and the peaceful beauty of the present, the works communicate our history, the beauty of nature and the life of a community that ... Read more

A Natural Escape: Devils & Candlelight: An Enchanting Evening at Unzoo

Tasmanian Devil Unzoo 5990 Arthur Highway, Taranna

Experience Tasmania’s wildlife with an exclusive after-dark tour of the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, where you’ll encounter the island’s iconic Tasmanian Devils in their natural nocturnal element. As night falls, be captivated by Hobart’s acclaimed ThylaSing a capella ensemble performing an intimate candlelight concert. This magical evening that blends Tasmania’s nocturnal world and wild sounds with ... Read more