The Platypus Pad

NW Tassie Campers is a self-drive, family-owned campervan hire business located in Burnie. Offering a pickup and drop-off service for clients and can collect clients from local airports (Burnie and Devonport) and the docking site for the Spirit of Tasmania in East Devonport. Our clients receive top-notch service and support and our van is comfortable and well supplied. The campervan features a dining area that converts to a queen-sized bed, microwave, fridge, sink, and gas cooker. All kitchen utensils are provided as well as fresh linen and towels and two folding camp chairs. A drop-down external table and overhead wind-out awning completes the picture.

Real food for real people, fabulous Genovese coffee, fresh organic teas, organic juices & soft drink. Secret Buddha Cafe believes that everyone deserves delicious, top quality coffee and food, they carefully select their produce and support Tasmanian produce as much as possible. Learn more about Secret Buddha Cafe, visit their website or stopping by.

Get ready to be reinvigorated by Mother Nature’s vibes! Cradle Mountain is not to be missed whilst your ship is docked in Burnie. This is your chance to get up close and personal to tranquillity and beauty in this world heritage listed area. Cradle Mountain offers some of the world’s most famous natural beauty and is one of Australia’s most popular scenic tours. Indulge in outdoor activities - discover rainforests, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and keep your eye out for our unique wildlife. There are a number of beautiful short walks available, including the Enchanted Walk, Dove Lake, Rainforest Walk, The Weindorfers Forest Walk. All walks range from easy to moderate level. Choose one to suit your level of comfort and fitness. On the way back down the mountain (if time permits), we will pull into a beautiful winery on the banks of Lake Barrington or one nestled in the countryside of Sheffield (the town of murals) for something to eat or to simply sample the local cool climate wines. This experience is perfect after a morning of adventure.