We Need To Talk About Tasmania (Review and Final Thoughts)

[@CheekyKoala]

As a former Tasmanian, I’m glad you enjoyed your trip, but honestly, you’ve barely scratched the surface- places that should be on a Tassie itinerary: Maria Island (hands down, best place in Tassie), Tasman peninsula, Derwent valley & west coast (especially Queenstown & Strahan), Houn valley, plus specific places: tessellated pavement, port Arthur, tahune air walk, bonorong wildlife park…. So many!

[@InkPlume]

What would you say is the best time to visit?

[@LaurenandScott]

@@InkPlumeshoulder seasons

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We know that 😊 but when you're short on time, you can't see it all. Hopefully we get to go back someday and check out some of the places you mentioned!

[@CheekyKoala]

@@DanegerAndStacey - I hope you do! Shame Tassie is so damn expensive!

[@ocshaljufrian6109]

​@@DanegerAndStaceyYes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....

[@mikewaldie7707]

I really enjoyed this “ramble” format. I think you guys nailed it when explaining that even though Tassie is well setup for tourism, it isn’t saturated with low quality vendors. It’s about quality food and quality experiences.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

So true! It's such an incredible place. Really happy to hear you enjoyed our ramble 🤣

[@ocshaljufrian6109]

​@@DanegerAndStaceyYes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....

[@petemellows]

The thing about Tassie is that you never have long enough, and a second trip is always warranted. If you come back, there are so many incredible places that you never knew existed! (I'm covering all the little hidden places on my new channel if you want to see them). I've never seen you guys before, but this car chat was much more engaging than I expected. I agree that St Helens is just a stop on the road. However, the dunes and Beer Barrel Bay, that are close by, are absolutely stunning. And just to the north is Binalong Bay. It's a really great hub to drive to some excellent spots.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

SO TRUE! We extended our trip 2 or 3 times before even going because we kept discovering so many good things in our research, after visiting we realise it could have been 7-10 days longer still!

[@nickabbott6278]

Binnalong, nah, Swimcart is the go (in my opinion, five minutes away. Unless you include Swimcart as part of Binnalong).

[@kymweis8636]

Loved this video. Great recap. Tassie is on my bucket list now, thanks to you guys ❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That makes our hearts so happy! We know you're going to love it ❤

[@kristinabrookes6777]

We are from the UK and are going to Tasmania for 10 nights at the beginning of November and cannot wait, it looks amazing

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Amazing! We hope you love it!

[@rsinclair6560]

Go New Zealand instead

[@arlora]

Did my first Tassie trip as an adult earlier this year and I absolutely loved it! I agree, it was better than I expected and did not disappoint at all! Super underrated!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Oh that's amazing! Where abouts did you travel? We're so keen to head back and check out the west coast 🤗

[@ocshaljufrian6109]

​@@DanegerAndStaceyYes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....

[@zak4738]

Don't tell everyone!! We like it the way it was!! The roads need to be improved to cope with the extra traffic!! I'm a 7th generation tasmanian, and proud!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

So you should be, it's paradise!

[@MrMuel1205]

In Tassie, if you leave a main highway you hit the gravel. Hell, I live in a suburb of Hobart and the next street over is unpaved. When I was most recently at Cradle Mountain it was a constant blizzard. But on the same trip we had a warm sunny day for Wineglass Bay. I had a day living at Mt Nelson in the heights above Hobart where we had snow in the morning and the next day was 16⁰C and sunny. It's very changeable. That was late September. My personal favourite experience in Tasmania was seeing the Southern Lights on a deserted beach on South Bruny. The West Coast and the wilderness are a whole other experience. Having hiked in Patagonia, NZ, the Colombian Andes, and Iceland, the hardest hike I've done was the South Coast hike through the wilderness in Tas. My Dad who did the hike with me said the Western Arthurs, also in the SW Wilderness, was much harder and combined burning sun, snow, rain and mud. EDIT: I'd be remiss if I didn't mention how much I loved seeing my adopted home state through your lens. You are both so warm and genuine. I got a sense of visiting this hidden corner of the Earth for the first time.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Aww thank you for such a lovely comment and for sharing some insights as an actual local, that validates a lot of our experiences and gives some good tips and info for others looking to visit! And they totally should, we loved Tassie!

[@EmmaC-cj9eh]

I loved this format, please keep it for your other trips! I don't always watch your city break / detailed best of Melbourne style videos (I live in the UK which is a little too far away for a long weekend trip to Australia!) but have loved watching your Tasmania and Malaysia series for trip inspiration and pure enjoyment.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Amazing, we'll have to do one for South America! That's fair, well we have a feeling you might enjoy this next series!

[@ocshaljufrian6109]

​@@DanegerAndStaceyYes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....

[@LaurenandScott]

Tasmania weather (excluding the west) is generally cold in winter but it honestly doesn’t rain as much as people say. Hobart is the driest, if not second driest, capital in Australia

[@juyoungpark3607]

Planning a short trip next month and listening to this recap was actually so helpful in building my itinerary. Watched this and went back to your other videos and I think I can appreciate your previous videos more! Thanks!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We love hearing that, thanks! Have an amazing time, we know you will

[@AVMamfortas]

I needed this I have lived here in Tasmania now for over 20 years. I have been all over the Island. It is gorgeous. But for quite a while I have lived almost as a hermit. I stay close to hpme and have to remind myself of the place. So I was pleased to see this overview by visitors, summing up from many of their travels and vlogs.

[@jacqueen_infinity]

Love love love you both ❤ I’m a tassie girl currently living in Melbourne but I have lived in quite a few Australian states. Always nice to see people appreciating little ol’ Tasmania ❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It's such a beauty! How do you like it compared to Melbourne? We love Melbs

[@richiereid100]

So great to hear your positive thoughts on your time spent in my beautiful home state of Tassie! Safe travels 👏❤️👏

[@DanegerAndStacey]

What a place to call home! We will definitely be back 😊

[@russellfoos5560]

Outstanding! Loved the ramble recap. Putting it all in one video really sums everything up nicely. Man, I want to come to that amazing part of the world. You two are fabulous!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Aww you're the best thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed the ramble! 😊❤

[@ocshaljufrian6109]

​@@DanegerAndStaceyYes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....

[@anthonyyoung9810]

Great video guys and thanks for your appreciation of our beautiful state! I really hope you can both make it back someday. I'm sure you'll both love the west coast. Nelson Falls and Lake Burbury are gorgeous places to name a few.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Our pleasure! West Coast next time for sure!

[@AlbertoGarcia-qr7qg]

I missed you guys, I love you❤ never stop to make videos

[@martinchambers6930]

Hey guys, loved hearing your thoughts on Tasmania and glad you enjoyed your trip! My tent at Salamanca Market made an appearance at 3.26 (Tasmanian Photos AU) so thank you for that ;) Looks like you were having a great time at the market. Yes the West Coast is a another experience again! You need to come back and check it out.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad we managed to get you in there haha! We loved our time, you live in a beautiful place

[@joe-m]

Digging the sit down trip recap. Def needs to be a thing at the end of a big trip. Great coverage and insights as always.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We might have to film a ramble for the end of our South America trip then! Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the feedback 😊

[@ocshaljufrian6109]

​@@DanegerAndStaceyYes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Great series i sure you be back again for longer stay 😜 Have a Good week 🥰 Hope your Both doing well & Nala too 🥰

[@anastasiavonbloemenstein88]

Awesome video guys , We are going to Tazzy in September, can't wait. ❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Have fun! You're going to love it

[@toypoodle50]

Bang on. The food in Tassie, is next level and its everywhere.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

100% agree - it's great everywhere!

[@UgurPASAM]

How long did you stay there? I was planing to book 6 days tour for Tasmania and I am thinking October or November what do you reckon?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We did about a week and could have easily done more! Just check the seasons that work for you with temperatures, it can get very cold

[@rebeccaw9656]

Same, if I went back to Tasmania, I want to do the Wild West and the North West. Some memorable experiences from our road trip was the Ghost Tour at Port Arthur; our stay at Edge of the Bay Resort in Coles Bay and a Wineglass Bay Cruise; Lemontyme Lodge near Cradle mountain which had all the walks from the Lodge; The Hastings cave and Mole Creek cave systems; the Cataract Gorge walk in Launceston, which you can walk to from your hotels in the Launceston city centre.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Your road trip sounds amazing!

[@lilreynolds411]

How many days was your trip? Looks amazing will definitely visit.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It was so good! I think it was about 8 days and that wasn't enough to see it all

[@marcellomarchioli5774]

I’ve followed your videos to get tips for traveling overseas. It’s cool to see you travel to my home state.

[@stephaniegruenberg7044]

I'm all about the off/shoulder-season traveling! Less crowds, cheaper prices! I enjoyed your ramble!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

The best time to visit a place for sure! We're already scheming trying to figure out when we can go back. So pleased you enjoyed it!

[@stephaniegruenberg7044]

@@DanegerAndStacey I can see why you'd want to go back, it looked wonderful!

[@rosie743]

You guys did so well planning your Tassie trip! Many of the few people who do come down tend to spend two days in Hobart and return home saying “how boring”. Thank you for appreciating our island and showing us how beautiful Tassie can be. 🌳🏔️⛅️

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Our pleasure! Ahh yeah we're not those kind of travellers, in fact we're the opposite, feel bad that we didn't show ENOUGH! So much more to offer ❤️

[@terada2423]

Hi great series of Tasmania videos. Can you let us know where you hired your 4wd from thanks.

[@ghadahaldayri2763]

My favorite travel bloggers!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Aw thank you!

[@suzannerestieaux1236]

We definitely want to visit Tasmania and watching this definitely on our list now...looks amazing. Tazzie devil....so cute

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You should! We genuinely loved it and have been telling all our Kiwi friends and fam the same thing, enjoy

[@betula2137]

A long road trip can be a good way stitch destinations around the island, take it slow and look at the small bits of nature. For some of the more broad sort of journeys, abstract but this is where if Tassie had a rail network it would benefit many tourists and commuters as well as spur innovation in many of those sleepy towns. Like photographers are basically turning a corner and then getting out for more snaps haha.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We hear ya, but the question would be whether that would be a good thing or not? Tassie has such a unique and small feel to it everywhere you go, would that be lost by an influx of tourists? Not sure really, either way, we loved our time there

[@betula2137]

@@DanegerAndStacey Well that's kind of the thing, it's a misconception that Tassie's charm comes from lack of people. We have an extremely small population for our size, however it seems the influence is a bit outsized (this is due to urban policy mainly, which creates stuff like sprawl, and also partly that lack of rail which means more big roads & roadkill). So there would be huge local benefits to infrastructure and people if we fixed that; for example places like Scotland which is smaller than Tassie but has 7x more people isn't crammed or anything (plus the cities become more contained & interesting for tourists too). It's also more focussed on social welfare. It's also important that people no matter their circumstances are able to visit places that are life-changing, like Tassie. Of course it's possible to wrangle tourists to get more responsible outcomes, but it's not the fault of people but rather the bounds they are often given to work with (behaviour), making it the government's responsibility on that end. So yeah, sorry for the rant but thanks for being one of many visitors 👋

[@carokat1111]

Tassie girl here. I agree, Hobart's like Wellington in NZ. Glad you had such a great time. Our winter and spring have been warm this year and there's been very little snow. I think your assessments are accurate. The West Coast is great and worth doing next time. Did you go to Port Arthur on the Tasman Peninsula? It's a must in my opinion and the Tasman Peninsula is stunning.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We absolutely LOVED it! We will definitely be back, hopefully when there's more snow 🥰 Noo we didn't make it to Port Arthur, there are SO many more places we have on our list for next time. Appreciate the recommendation!

[@karlhoward2737]

My first trip to Tassie, a fly drive day trip from Melbourne to Port Arthur back in 2017, was epic, utterly awful weather, cold as a freezer, howling a gale……loved it….it just gets under your skin….so….fast forward to this year, and my wife and I are visiting Tassie again, bit longer this time, we intend to visit Mt Field National Park, Russell Falls, Maria Island , Ile de Phoques, Mount Wellington and Hastings Caves and Tahune air walk, we plan to enjoy the area around Hobart this time around, then next trip in a few years time, look at the north, we only have a short time for holiday, but will make the most of this wonderful island, so looking forward to the trip, heading down under from where I’ve in Jersey, Channel Islands, in early December…..a special birthday present for my wife…what a place to celebrate her big year…

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Sounds like you've already had some good adventures there and even better ones planned! Lots of spots that we didn't get too unfortunately, but so much more to see!

[@LaurenandScott]

Missed out on the Tasman Peninsula. Always next time. Great hikes down there in Cape Huoy and Cape Raoul, also Port Arthur.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Exactly, lots on the list for next time!

[@amandamoody195]

Sounds fab. Gonna pop it on me list

[@toypoodle50]

Ive been twice to Tassie and taking my Husband for his 50th next year. I love Tassie. ❤❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Us too! Have an amazing time! Cute pup by the way in your profile pic

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Great series guys. One question we would like to ask , if we may, is would you recommend this trip in terms of expense if you were coming from America ? How many days stay ? All the best. Harriet, Jim and Yuki

[@michaelturner1973]

The US dollar is much stronger than the Aussie dollar so you are definitely getting more for your dollar. We were there in September for a week and it was amazing. We had 2 nights in Coles Bay and then 2 nights actually inside Freycinet National Park (only 10mins drive from Coles Bay). The Coles Bay Tavern was great for dinner. Wineglass Bay hike up to the look out point was fabulous. We then had 2 nights in Cradle Mountain at the Peppers and would highly recommend. This was my favourite spot and all the walks, wildlife, food etc was wonderful. We had snow showers on the day we walked around Dove Lake but it made it even more magical. I would suggest 3 nights in Cradle Mountain 3 nights Freycinet. We didn’t go to Hobart and only stopped in Launceston for lunch. I have been to Hobart before and make sure you are there for the market on a Saturday. Would suggest at least 2 or 3 nights here also including a trip to Richmond (such a pretty spot). We caught the Spirit of Tasmania from Geelong (our home town) so getting there was super easy and we had our own car (bonus). Enjoy your trip. Katie.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Hey guys! If you were to fly all that way, it's definitely worth checking out more than just Tassie (Come to New Zealand!) but if you have the time and finances, 2-4 weeks would be incredible to really get a feel for the place. Hope you guys are well!

[@jonathanm9436]

And you didn't even touch on the north-west coast between Devonport and Stanley. Honestly, I don't think there are many dud places left in Tassie. I grew up there in the '70s, and Tassie maintained a terrible kitsch '70s "tourist" vibe until well after 2000, but it's appeal has exploded since. I've been a few times since then (last time was last year to the NW Coast and West Coast - imagine deeper, darker forests and rivers, and wild, wild coast line) and really loved it. I want to go back. Part of me wants to live there in my retirement so I can super, deeply explore everything it has to offer.

[@vickimcmillan3705]

Epic guys .. itchin to get to Tassie 🙏👌🤩❤️❤️

[@MelodyMan69]

The WEST COAST is my desire to visit. Sadly you missed that. Strahan is almost stuck in the wilderness and the Gordon and Franklyn Rivers are world 'unique'....🇦🇺

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We will just have to go back! Couldn't do both coasts in our time sadly

[@headwerkn]

It’s always interesting seeing your home state through the eyes of others. Glad you guys enjoyed your stay (I love NZ, btw. Well, the South Island anyway - Tassie on Steroids we call it!). I agree with the others, it takes a good 3-4 weeks to explore Tasmania properly, despite being a ‘small place’ there’s a lot to see and do across the island and 7-10 days barely gives enough time. Agree a car is an absolute necessity if you want any sense of freedom (public transport here is extremely limited). Interesting you guys didn’t mention restaurants, cafes, pubs etc all tending to close earlier than you’d expect. Getting a meal here after 7:30-8pm that isn’t Maccas etc can be tough. It’s very frustrating. As is of course doing anything during peak season, school holidays and Easter as you’d expect. One last thing, both for yourselves and especially for the benefit of other travel vloggers watching on: recreational drone use is very, very restricted in Tasmania in terms of where you can fly, it’s not just in National Parks but anywhere administered by PWS which is most places. I spotted a few violations in your B-roll, be careful as Parks’ and some of the councils are starting to crack down on KZbinrs and other small operators.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Totally agree - 7 days wasn't enough. The good thing is, we had a great taster you could say and left with a list of things to do larger than when we initially went! We're beyond compliant with drone footage, it's a minefield these days to try and fly anywhere so we just don't - these shots are all supplied/sourced/stock footage 👌🏼

[@lorrainepannetier]

Tasmania has never been on my radar before but after watching your series I'd definitely love to visit for the hikes and the wild countryside. It reminds me very much of Jersey, but on a much larger scale - with one coastline of rugged rocks and one with spectacular golden sandy beaches and turquoise seas. (I know you guys have visited Guernsey next door so you'll know what I mean!) Thank you for another great series :) xx

[@DanegerAndStacey]

AMAZING!! It's unbelievably underrated! Such a beautiful place. Totally know what you mean, really hope you get to Tassie someday! x

[@rsinclair6560]

I really really recommend New Zealand instead 1000 times more intetesting and indigenous cultural diverse.

[@CheekyKoala]

OMG!! You said Launceston properly!! Even most mainlanders don’t do that!!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

REALLY! How else would you even say it? 😂

[@CheekyKoala]

@@DanegerAndStacey they pronounce it like “lawn - Seston” quickest way to really tick off a Tasmanian 😂😂😂

[@serena-yu]

You have a sunnier weather because you have come during an El Niño and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) climate events. They cause eastern and central Tasmania to be much drier than usual. It's like the opposite of me and my husband going to North Island of NZ last November. It was supposed to be among the sunny seasons of NZ, but we got 8 rainy days out of 10 due to La Nina.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That's just standard north island New Zealand these days, rain rain and more rain! Hope you still enjoyed your time 😊

[@serena-yu]

@@DanegerAndStacey But my friend in NZ told me it would be usually sunny in late Nov ! 😅

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We tell ourselves that every year these days 😭

[@johnsullivan7633]

Frame 1.50 turning off the Cradle mtn road if I’m correct.

[@adw2010able]

The water at beaches all year round is going to be cold, you missed a lot, there is so much more to see

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That's life. You can't see and do everything in such a short amount of time. We loved our trip :)

[@bradad2026]

My mother's family roots go back to the early settlement on Bruny Is. but I've never been to Tasmania. Looking at a 3 week stay to do the place justice.

[@brendand1937]

Search Wildly Tasmania and book a rustic camper experience, Tassie is so beautiful

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That sounds awesome, thanks for the tip!

[@PeterTodd]

But, but, but, you went to Hobart and you didn't go to MONA?!?! That place will blow your mind, nothing like it, anywhere.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

This is true! We were filming for Jetstar and that had already been featured, then we ran out of time to go for ourselves which is a shame - all our research talked about it

[@soceraris]

Agree that there so many positives, but if I could mentioned a drawback from my home state it would be the amount of animal road kill that is scattered all over the place. In terms of weather, you were lucky because it can snow any time of year but once in winter we did the drive via the central plateau coming back from Launceston going through Poatina. The highway runs in parallel to the Great Lake, around 1000 metres above sea level. It was absolutely blanketed with snow, luckily the road had been cleared. The snowed cleared up around 30 minutes from the town of Bothwell, stopped at a whiskey distillery there and had a hot chocolate to warm up. The snow was an awesome experience. On negatives, there seems to be a few things lacking commercially in the major centres, such as having ALDI, Costco, IKEA etc... which unfortunately makes price of goods and groceries more expensive.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Great insights from someone who knows the place well! We were definitely surprised by the dangers of driving at night and the road kill that can cause. Something to take seriously for sure. Wow, that snow experience sounds incredible though! The weather is so unpredictable these days, you've just got to roll with the punches right! Rain, hail or shine we will definitely be back.

[@rsinclair6560]

visit Stoner and Ouse.

[@08vessute]

Next time you visit our beautiful state drop into Launceston and book an Aboriginal cultural tour at Kooparoona Niara Tours 👍🏽👣✅

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Sounds great! Thanks for the tip

[@thebeautifulones5436]

The only state with a nickname

[@nickabbott6278]

Firstly, thanks for saying Launceston (Incestion) properly (hey, I was born there). Secondly, don't rely on what Australian's tell you when it comes to Tasmania.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha not quite sure how to read into that, might get you to help with our next itinerary then

[@KimbaLoveAdams]

Ramble away!!!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yessss! We will keep rambling ❤

[@amysworld_xx]

Does Tasmania remind you a bit of New Zealand? 😊

[@DanegerAndStacey]

YES! Loved that about it

[@rieckstudio]

"like a nice little secret".... not a secret anymore 😞

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Getting busier for sure!

[@hukshot]

mate, i still respect your bulls tshirts. stacey, i still respect your urge not to throw the tshirts out.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha! He's just living out his childhood 😂

[@rsinclair6560]

Tasmania Tourism doesn't get it. North East Tasmania,. Climb Mount Cameron. Eddystone Point.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Not sure what you mean, they don't get what?

[@Maxiakt]

You got to experience some of our state, you missed heaps tho, hopefully one day you will get to come back and take the time to experience all it has to offer 😊

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We need like a year to do it any justice 😂 Maybe we should just move to Tassie!

[@Maxiakt]

@DanegerAndStacey Now you're talking 🤣 .