Freycinet and Coles Bay

What’s special about Freycinet and Coles Bay?

• One of Tasmania’s most popular holiday spots for visitors and locals.
• Bold granite outcrops known as ‘The Hazards’ create a majestic backdrop to Coles Bay.
• Overlooks crystal clear Oyster Bay.

Discover Freycinet National Park on foot, following a steep but well designed ascent to the iconic view from Wineglass Bay Lookout. The turquoise water may entice you to follow the trail down to the dazzling white sands of Wineglass Bay. From here, you can head along the Isthmus Track to Hazards Beach (four hours return) or head back the same way (two and a half hours return).

Hop aboard a guided sea kayaking tour and discover the secret coves and majestic beaches of Tasmania’s east coast. Peninsula cruises, four-wheel-drive tours and mountain-biking options allow you to discover this coastal region however you choose. Stop by Freycinet Marine Farm and enjoy an on-shore tour of the farm or sample fresh oysters straight from the water.

The local tourism association has details on local services, facilities, accommodation and history. For general information on Freycinet Peninsula, visit Totally South.

More things to do:

Deep-sea fishing
Abseiling
Snorkelling and diving
Boating and fishing
Coastal wineries
Scenic flights

The story of Freycinet and Coles Bay:

Prior to European settlement the Great Oyster Bay and Big River Aboriginal tribes made the annual trek, in the cooler climate, for seafood and swan eggs.

European settlers arrived in the early 1800s, and the area was developed by sealers, whalers, miners and farmers. After Freycinet National Park was declared in 1916 the area became increasingly popular as a holiday destination.

Travel directions:

Coles Bay is about 45 minutes' drive from Swansea and around 30 minutes' drive from Bicheno.