When you choose a Maria Islands’ Nature Tour you are aiding the Saint Lucia National Trust in their work to protect and conserve Saint Lucia’s natural, cultural and historical heritage. There’s a small number of gas barbecues at Darlington for campers to use, but you need to bring your own cooking equipment. From the abundant wildlife to the landscapes to the fascinating history and more, we’re excited to bring you our epic guide to Maria Island, Tasmania.

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A population of little penguins that numbered 3,000 breeding pairs before the introduction has since disappeared completely from the island. Whether you are here on a day trip or plan on staying for a few nights, our list of what to do on Maria Island is guaranteed to help you make the most of your time here.

They are located in the Pacific Ocean, some 100km (62mi) off the coast of the state of Nayarit and about 370km (230mi) southeast of the tip of Baja California.

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If you’re wondering where is the best place to see wombats in Tasmania, it is right here on Maria Island! Fourteen distinct terrestrial plant communities occur on the island, which is mostly clothed in various forms of eucalypt forest. Located off Tasmania’s East Coast, Maria Island National Park is only about 30 minutes by ferry from Triabunna, and as far from ordinary as you can imagine. Best visited on bike to save time, the ride out there is gorgeous, cutting through eucalypt forest and sandy beaches while passing old convict ruins. The bird life is also an attraction with 125 species including all of Tasmania’s endemics including the endangered Forty-spotted pardalote and Swift parrot.We acknowledge the Tasmanian Aboriginal people and their enduring custodianship of lutruwita (Tasmania). A challenging walk with some rock scrambling leads to the summit, but the view over the island and to Freycinet Peninsula is ample reward for effort. sq mi) island is about 20 kilometers (12 mi) in length from north to south and, at its widest, is about 13 kilometers (8.