Freycinet Tasmania Experiences | Swansea Beach Chalets

Swansea Beach Chalets is the perfect base for exploring Tasmania’s East Coast and the Freycinet Peninsula.

Guests seeking rest and relaxation can enjoy local wineries and beach walks, while those who are keen to get active can enjoy watersports, hiking and wildlife tours. Discover some of the East Coast’s best experiences and attractions in our carefully curated local guides.

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Freycinet Air

Adventure, Freycinet Attractions

Embrace the skies, discover the beauty with Freycinet Air!

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Lobster Shack

Bicheno Activities, Food & Wine

As you’d expect from a fishing port, the seafood in Bicheno is second to none.

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Waubs Harbour Whisky Tour

Bicheno Activities, Food & Wine

Waubs Harbour Distillery is set in an old oyster hatchery on the rocks in Bicheno, with spectacular views out across the water.

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Bicheno Blowhole

Bicheno Activities

Bring your waterproofs in winter, or your bathers in summer.

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Glass Bottom Boat

Bicheno Activities

Experience the wonderful underwater sights of the coastline around Bicheno with Tasmania’s only Glass Bottom Boat tour.

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Bicheno Penguin Tours

Bicheno Activities

Another one for wildlife lovers!

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East Coast Natureworld

Bicheno Activities

Visitors looking to get up close and personal with some of Tasmania’s magnificent native wildlife should head to East Coast Natureworld.

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Out on the water

Freycinet Attractions

Depending how energetic you’re feeling, there are a few different options for exploring the Freycinet Coast from the water.

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Coles Bay

Beaches, Freycinet Attractions

An enormously popular holiday spot, Coles Bay is the main settlement on the Freycinet Peninsula, situated at the base of the Hazards.

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Freycinet Marine Farm

Freycinet Attractions

Enjoy some of Tasmania’s best and freshest seafood at Freycinet Marine Farm – conveniently located on Coles Bay Road as you drive down the Freycinet Peninsula.

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Friendly Beaches

Beaches, Freycinet Attractions

Many visitors to Freycinet are so keen to reach Coles Bay that they rush straight down the Freycinet Peninsula and miss out on a real highlight: Friendly Beaches.

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Swansea’s Eateries

Food & Wine

Tasmania’s East Coast is a food lover’s paradise, offering a diverse range of culinary experiences that celebrate the region’s fresh, seasonal produce.

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Wineries north of Swansea

Food & Wine

A trio of wineries awaits you north of Swansea in the vicinity of Cranbrook.

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Wineries south of Swansea

Food & Wine

Driving south from Swansea on the East Coast Wine Trail, you’ll reach Mayfield Estate at Little Swanport, shortly followed by Boomer Creek Vineyard

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Maria Island National Park

East Coast National Parks

Finally, there is Maria Island National Park which is reached by a short ferry trip from Triabunna, south of Swansea.

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Douglas Apsley National Park

East Coast National Parks

Douglas Apsley National Park is a short drive north of Swansea.

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Freycinet National Park

East Coast National Parks

Freycinet National Park is the best known of Tasmania’s East Coast National Parks.

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Tasman Sea Salt tour

Tours

The Tasman Sea Salt Sommelier offers fascinating tours of their innovative clean energy saltworks at Little Swanport.

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Nine Mile Beach

Beaches

At just 100 metres in length, Spiky Beach isn’t ideal for long walks.

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Spiky Bridge and Spiky Beach

Local Attractions

A few minutes’ drive south of Swansea, you’ll discover Spiky Bridge, built by convicts in 1843 without any mortar or cement – hence the upright stones and the spiky looking appearance.

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Beaches in Swansea

Beaches

Swansea Beach Chalets has direct beach access to beautiful Jubilee Beach, which is lovely and sheltered for walking, swimming, and snorkelling.

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Swansea Cycle Tours

Adventure

If you’d like to explore the East Coast on two wheels, there’s bike hire available in Swansea.

Georgina

Loved it! We stayed in a Premium Waterfront 1 Bedroom Studio. The AC was on when we arrived so the room was nice and cool. So clean and very comfortable. Bathroom had the best natural light I have ever come across. Had everything we needed, plus more. Well designed with plenty of space to lay out your things. Great view of the bay and a short stroll to the water where we had a fabulous swim. The bed was super comfy. This was a last minute booking and although a bit more than our usual budget, worth every cent!

Lindsay

Very friendly and helpful staff who are more than happy to go above and beyond for their guests (we also love Ted). We stayed in in one of the new waterfront chalets with views you simply cannot beat. The room was modern, comfortable, clean and quiet. Thanks for having us, we’ll be keen to return soon for another relaxing stay.

Anna

We stayed there 3 night and I wish it was longer! The chalet (Premium Waterfront 1 Bedroom) was very spacious, and the view from the couch to the Great Oyster Bay and Freycinet Peninsula was just amazing. You get the cool breeze from the bay and the sound of the waves crashing on the beach. The chalet has a fully equipped kitchen, so you can prepare your meals there or take a short walk to the nearby cafes and restaurants. The owners and the employees at the reception are really helpful and provided many recommendations on what to see and do through the Eastern Coast of Tasmania.