AfarAug 29, 2026Why Tasmania Is Australia’s Best Dark Sky DestinationThe island’s darkest hours are when some of its best experiences begin, from chasing auroras to meeting Tasmania’s nocturnal residents.9 things in this storyDomescapes TasmaniaHotelGeodesic domes framing landscape and starsElsewherekunanyi/Mount WellingtonSightHobart, AustraliaDrive from Hobart for prime stargazing conditionsTasmanian Photography ToursPlaceHobart, AustraliaGuided astrophotography experience to capture night skyLuke TscharkePlaceTasmania, AustraliaLeads small-group night-sky photography workshopsDevils@CradleZooCradle Mountain, AustraliaEvening feeding tours to see Tasmanian devilsCradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National ParkSightCradle Mountain, AustraliaConservation sanctuary beside national parkBicheno Penguin ToursAttractionBicheno, AustraliaWatch little penguins return to shore nightlythe KeepHotelTasmania, AustraliaArchitect-designed cabin on a rocky pinnacleSaffire FreycinetHotelFreycinet, AustraliaLuxury lodge with Saffire After Dark stargazingRead the full piece at Afar →
