Maria Island National Park

Maria Island, situated on the east coast of Tasmania, is a tiny island not known by many people but an absolute jewel that is worth visiting on any trip to Tasmania. Large impressive mountains, gorgeous beaches stunning cliffs, fossils, prolific wildlife and a rich convict history make this a great place to visit.

Understand
Maria Island was sighted by Abel Tasman in 1642. Seal and whale fishing arrived in the early 1800s. The island was used as a penal colony between 1825 and 1832, followed by a probation station in 1842.

Maria Island was declared a national park in 1971.

Visitor information

 * Park website

By ferry
The ferry runs from Triabuna to Darlington on Maria Island daily. There are five ferries per day, costing $45 for adults and $28 for children.


 * Encounter Maria Island is the new ferry operator for the island, operating a new larger vessel the Osprey V

Do

 * Walking
 * Cycling
 * Diving
 * Snorkelling
 * Swimming
 * Bird watching

Eat
There are no restaurants or supply stores on the island as it is a national park. Food and provisions can be purchased in Triabunna or in Hobart. There Is no rubbish disposal on the island and waste must be taken off the island.

Drink
There is no drinking water supply on the island. There are water taps, but the water should be purified or boiled for one minute.

Go next

 * Triabunna, a scenic township on Tasmania's east coast, is a short ferry trip from Maria Island