Forget about heading to the tropics to go island hopping.
The islands dotted around Tasmania's coastline are gems for any explorer.
For dramatic, windswept coastlines, head 80km north-west from the mainland to King Island.
King Island is famous for its fresh seafood, beef and dairy farms.
Another big drawcard is the shipwrecks. King Island's coast is a graveyard for many of the ships that sunk in the Bass Strait.
Visitors can see the partial remains of the Shannon from Yellow Rock Beach, one of the most beautiful and peaceful beaches on the island.
Cape Wickham Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in the southern hemisphere and it offers a great vantage point to view the island.
Flinders Island is one for the explorers.
Mt Strzelecki is the island's biggest mountain and has the best views.
One the five hour hike to the top, trekkers should keep their eye out for the long-nosed potoroo and one of Australia's smallest birds, the endangered forty-spotted pardolate.
Bruny Island is a food-lover's paradise.
Think wine, hand-made fudge, chocolate, truffles and berries.
Make a bee-line for Bruny Island Cheese and Get Shucked oysters. Both culinary delights can be found on the Cape Queen Elizabeth walk.
After over-indulging on the island's treats, visitors can stay the night in their own caravan, a cabin or even camp under the stars.
For a truly wild experience, head to Macquarie Island, or Macca as it's known to the locals.
Located halfway between Tasmania's southern coast and Antarctica, Macquarie is unpopulated by humans. This means it's an ideal breeding ground for a range of animals including elephant seals, king penguins, fur seals and an array of seabirds.
Access to Macquarie Island is by expedition cruise only and is often a mid-way stop on cruises from Hobart to Antarctica.
To find out more about Tasmania, including suggested itineraries, visit www.discovertasmania.com.au
