No other state does the winter off season quite like Tassie. While the Apple Isle’s temperature plummets in the cooler seasons, it’s actually the hottest time for tourists to visit with the state putting on some of its biggest events, including Dark Mofo, Beaker Street Festival, Tasmania Whisky Week and the Nude Solstice Swim. 

This winter, Tassie is dialling it up with more than 500 Off Season offers and events specifically created for the cooler months. Experiences will cater to every kind of traveller. Those looking for a getaway that will leave them feeling rejuvenated, there are floating sauna, contrast therapy and meditation experiences to choose from. 

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Foodies will be spoilt for choice with culinary offerings including long-table feasts, black truffle degustations, ocean-to-plate seafood and whisky, wine and mulled cider tastings, so be sure to bring your appetite. But foodies won’t only get the chance to taste all that Tassie has to offer they’ll get to fully immerse themselves in the paddock-to-plate experience with foraging and fungi and fossicking adventures.

Of course, no Off Season would be complete without a quirky event or two. Those looking to really get back to basics can opt for a cheeky clothing-optional stay. 

The most-southern state will also take full advantage of the shorter sunlight hours too, with dark-sky cruises, bioluminescence tours, nocturnal wildlife encounters and stargazing and immersive storytelling taking part after the sun goes down. 

If you were looking to escape winter this year, think again. Tasmania welcomes you to embrace it. 

For more information or to book, visit discovertasmania.com.au/off-season

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