Tasmania, this small island off the tip of Victoria has a lot to offer. Each region of Tasmania has its own character and charisma, and each is unique. Sample some of the World`s finest seafood, dairy products and wines, all of which are of international standard and found only on this tranquil island that Tasmanian`s call home. Burnie (Somerset), is located off the Bass highway about two hour`s drive north-west of Launceston. Only 50 metres inland from Bass Strait, Burnie offers a 2 km long stretch of sandy beach. Burnie boasts fantastic Lactos cheeses, great fishing from the Cam estuary and an atmosphere that is second to none, from its friendly people to its natural and unique flora and fauna.
Taxi from Burnie to the Murchison Lodge Motor Inn costs around $15-$20. Taxi from the airport at Wynyard costs around $30. Hire cars are available from the airport, or can be organised through your travel agent or tour operator.
Devonport domestic airport: 50 minutes drive. Wynyard domestic airport: 10 minutes drive. Hobart domestic airport: 3.5 hours drive. Launceston domestic airport: 1.55 hours drive. The closest international airport is located in Melbourne, Australia - and connecting flights are available from there, to Tasmania.
