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What to do and see in Tasmania, Australia: The Best River Rafting & Tubing
Tasmania (/tæzˈmeɪniə/; abbreviated as Tas and known colloquially as Tassie) is an island state of Australia. It is located 240 km (150 mi) to the south of the Australian mainland, separated by the Bass Strait. The state encompasses the main island of Tasmania, the 26th-largest island in the world, and the surrounding 334 islands. The state has a population of around 519,100 as of June 2016, just over forty percent of which resides in the Greater Hobart precinct, which forms the metropolitan area of the state capital and largest city, Hobart.
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1. Franklin River Rafting
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5.0 based on 94 reviews
Franklin River Rafting specialises in unique, uninterrupted 8-day and 10-day white water rafting tours that challenge and reward our guests as we explore the river and its pristine ecosystem. Join us on a personalised journey-of- a-lifetime down one of the most beautiful, inspiring and isolated rivers in the world.
2. Water by Nature Tasmania - Franklin River Rafting
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5.0 based on 93 reviews
Negotiate the untamed waters of the Franklin River for five to ten days on one of the worlds best whitewater rafting adventures. The World Heritage listed Franklin River carves its way through some of the most beautiful, rugged and inaccessible country on earth. On your expedition you will experience surging rapids, tranquil gorges and pristine forests of myrtle, leatherwood and the rare and ancient Huon pine. Platypus, wallabies, quolls (marsupial tiger cats), cormorants, and white breasted sea eagles are often encountered. Let us share our passion and expertise with you. From quality rafting equipment to fresh, locally sourced culinary treats – your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our priorities. Our small group tours are unparalleled in flexibility and we will do our utmost to cater for your specific needs – departure date and time, duration, dietary requirements, gear hire, fitness etc. We are looking forward to answering your questions and discuss trip options. Please don
3. Meander Wilderness Experiences
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
River sledding is a unique and thrilling experience which puts you centimetres from the water as you make your way downstream. Your sledding adventure will have you drifting down the river belly first, a mix between a gentle float with the natural current as you take in the surrounding lush scenery. There’s no experience necessary!
4. King River Rafting
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4.5 based on 110 reviews
King River Rafting is Tasmania's one day white water rafting specialist. Usually based on Tasmania's west coast at Queenstown we mainly offer trips on the King River. With quality rapids, superb wilderness rainforest and assured water this is a quality trip. From the King River Gorge you can chose to catch the West Coast Wilderness Railway back to Queenstown or continue on down the more peacefull lower reaches of the river for a full day of wilderness rafting.
5. King River Rafting
King River Rafting is Tasmania's one day wilderness rafting specialist. At Queenstown and Tahune a trip with us will be the highlight of your Tasmanian holiday.
