Tasmanian Stargazing Tours

The night whispers. Lights flicker blood red across the city. Hobart slips into its darkest season, the waterfront becomes a dreamscape—part pagan rite, part urban fever dream. Step into the shadows with Tasmanian Photography Tours as Dark Mofo returns to Tasmania in 2025 and descends on the city with its eerie glow and pagan heartbeat. Join in for a gritty, immersive photo walk along the waterfront—where fire meets fog, and art bleeds into the night. You'll chase neon reflections in puddles, frame ghostly silhouettes in red light, and hunt for the raw, unscripted moments that only reveal themselves under cover of darkness. This is for photographers drawn to the strange, the cinematic, the barely lit. You'll explore long exposures, low light techniques, and visual storytelling in one of the most atmospheric settings Tasmania has to offer. Expect a sensory overload of visual stimuli. Whether you're into street, abstract, or low-light landscape, this workshop will push your creativity into the unknown. Reflections off wet pavement, anonymous faces lit by flickering installations, brutal architecture wrapped in fog and flame—this is photography on the edge. Expect chaos. Embrace the unknown. Shoot like the world's ending.

Experience the wild heart of Tasmania with Tasmanian Photography Tours owner, Ben Wilkinson, in this signature landscape photography workshop. Designed for adventurers and photography enthusiasts alike, you'll hike into Tasmania's untamed wilderness, capturing dramatic landscapes, ancient forests, and the island's rich and diverse flora. Ben will lead you into the wild places of Tasmania's West Coast to see what the ancient Gondwana landscapes must have looked like. These tours are not for the faint of heart, it is the West Coast of Tasmania in late Autumn so it will be cold, wet and muddy. You must be prepared to carry your own gear uphill, walk in all weather conditions for 4-6 hours each day over 3 days. Each day concludes with a dry, warm bed and a hearty meal beside the fire in an old mountain cabin. There's no electricity, no phone signal and it is fantastic, if you love nature and you're not afraid of getting a little breathless in the quest for stunning images, these tours will blow your mind.

Winter is the best time for photography in Tasmania and during this time the South West National Park comes alive. Venture into the heart of Tasmania's South West National Park, a remote and rugged landscape in the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area for an unforgettable 4-day photography experience. Your comfort and enjoyment is a priority so we ensure everything from luxury rated transport, premium accommodation and delicious Tasmanian meals are of a high standard. Based at the renowned Pedder Wilderness Lodge, you'll be surrounded by rugged mountain ranges, moody skies, and the ever-changing light that makes this region so breathtaking in winter. Each day offers new opportunities to capture the drama of pristine lakes, sweeping valleys, and ancient forests—an environment where nature still rules. Guided by Ben Wilkinson and Francois Fourie, you'll refine your skills in composition, storytelling, and working with challenging conditions, turning fleeting moments of wild beauty into striking photographs. Evenings are spent sharing images and enjoying hearty Tasmanian meals while the wilderness lies just beyond the windows. This workshop is more than photography—it's immersion in one of the last true wilderness frontiers of Australia.

Tasmania's North East is a landscape of striking contrasts, lush myrtle forests and mossy gullies give way to turquoise waters, white sands, and dramatic granite headlands. Over four inspiring days, you'll explore and photograph this remarkable region, capturing everything from the delicate details of the forest floor to the expansive beauty of wild coastlines. You'll develop techniques for shooting in diverse environments—mastering light in dense forests, refining your eye for long exposure compositions along the shore, and creating images that tell the story of a landscape rich in variety and mood. Each day blends exploration and creativity, with time to slow down and connect with the places you photograph. Your comfort and enjoyment is a priority to Tasmanian Photography Tours. The accommodation and fresh Tasmanian meals round out the experience, ensuring you can focus fully on your craft. This workshop is an invitation to discover the unique beauty of Tasmania's North East where ancient forests meet wild seas and comfort and relaxation make for an amazing experience.

Tasmanian Photography Tours are teaming up with Pennicott Wilderness Cruises to deliver Sunrise Cruises to Tasman Island – offering you the rare opportunity to witness this iconic location at first light. There are sunrises, and then there is sunrise at Tasman Island. Departing in the dark, you'll journey across the waters of the Tasman Peninsula, guided by the moon and stars, before watching the day break over sheer sea cliffs and the towering silhouette of Tasman Island. It's a front-row seat to one of Tasmania's most dramatic and unforgettable dawns. Along the way, you'll capture the changing moods of the Tasman Sea, witness the highest sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere and have the chance to see and marine wildlife including seals, albatrosses, sea eagles and whales during migration season. This is more than a cruise—it's a rare opportunity to combine adventure, wilderness, and photography at the very edge of the world. This is Tasmania at its most dramatic—an adventure at the edge of the world where nature, light, and sea converge. More than a cruise, it's a bucket-list moment you'll never forget. Departing every Sunday morning from April to August in 2026.

The West Coast is a land of contrasts—home to World Heritage-listed wilderness, ancient rainforests, wild rivers, and windswept shores. It's a place where raw beauty meets the lasting scars of industry. Here, towering waterfalls cascade through moss-covered forests, tannin-stained rivers carve through deep valleys, and giant sand dunes shift with the wind. This is Tasmania at its wildest. Over several days, we'll explore the untamed landscapes of the West Coast, capturing scenes that echo the ancient Gondwana past. From old mining relics to lush, mossy forests teeming with fungi and unique flora, you'll have the opportunity to refine your skills in some of Tasmania's most photogenic locations. Based in the heart of Queenstown, our days will be spent out in the field, chasing light, mood and perfecting composition. In the evenings, we'll return for hearty meals and with a bit of luck, we'll have clear skies for astrophotography. If you love nature and landscape photography, this workshop is for you. Come and experience the wild beauty of Tasmania's West Coast—where every turn holds another story waiting to be captured.

This winter photography retreat invites you to slow down and immerse yourself in the still beauty of Tasmania's Central Highlands. Set at the renowned Thousand Lakes Wilderness Lodge, the experience combines connection with nature, creativity and comfort. Surrounded by tranquil lakes, cider gum forests, waterfalls and rugged wilderness, you'll learn to capture the subtle magic of winter light, the moods of the landscape and the quiet details often overlooked in daily life. After your outdoor adventures, retreat to the warmth of the lodge. Savour hearty, two course breakfasts to start your day and enjoy delicious two-course dinners that are part of the experience. The food on this tour will blow you away! Evenings may take us beneath star-filled skies, listening for nocturnal wildlife—and, if fortune smiles, glimpsing the Aurora. The lodge itself is a highlight: extremely comfortable, cozy, and inviting, offering the perfect sanctuary for rest and reflection.

Cornwall Cottage is located in a private wing of Cornwall Homestead, a 14-minute drive from Hobart. Set on 40 acres the cottage offers spacious rooms, is quiet and has magnificent rural and water views over Barilla Bay. Cornwall Cottage accommodates up to two guests in rooms beautifully furnished with country-style furniture and antiques. One bedroom has a queen-size old style iron bed. There is a full bathroom, a separate toilet and a laundry is available on request. A large sitting room is equipped with a large digital television, Netflix, free wi-fi. Kitchenette has all the electrical appliances you'll need to cook up a storm and there is an outdoor barbecue. Ingredients for a hearty breakfast such as farm eggs, cereals, home-baked bread and homemade jams, tea, coffee, milk are supplied. There is private access and plenty of parking is provided. Cornwall Cottage is ideally located to visit all the attractions the South has to offer including the historic Richmond Village, wineries and restaurants. In Hobart visit Salamanca Place and Market and Mount Wellington. Take a day trip to Port Arthur, Mt Field National Park, the Huon Valley, or MONA Museum.

Experience exceptional comfort and convenience at Mantra Hotel Hobart Airport, the only hotel located directly at Hobart International Airport. Whether you're catching an early morning flight, arriving late at night, or simply seeking a comfortable base close to the airport, Mantra Hotel Hobart Airport provides everything you need for a smooth and stress-free travel experience. Designed with both business and leisure guests in mind, the hotel offers modern, spacious rooms equipped with plush bedding, blackout curtains, and contemporary amenities to help you unwind after a long day of travel. Families, couples, and solo travellers alike will appreciate the relaxed atmosphere, attentive service, and thoughtful touches that make every stay memorable.

Your private, self-contained, modern studio cottage is set on a beautiful three-acre property overlooking the stunning Tolpuddle Vineyard and just minutes from the historic Richmond Village - breathe in that fresh Tasmanian air and relax in the peaceful surrounds. Come and discover this quiet, spacious and modern studio accommodation complete with a kitchenette, a separate bathroom, eco-conscious skincare products, a heated towel rail, queen-size bed, luxurious quality linen, electric blanket, relaxed lounge area and reverse cycle air-conditioning with glorious views over the beautiful Tolpuddle Vineyard, Coal River Valley and into Richmond Historic Village beyond. The family residence is also on-site, so the owners are on-hand should you need them, otherwise they will leave you to relax and enjoy your break. They have easy, secure parking at the gated property and being very private, your belongings will be very secure. A light, self-service breakfast will be provided to enjoy at your leisure. Nestled in the Coal River Valley wine region, a short 20-minute drive into Hobart and 15 minutes from Hobart airport, they are a perfect base point from which to discover the greater Hobart region and beyond.