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Tasmania is rapidly becoming known as a hotspot for natural phenomena that glow in the dark. This uniquely Tasmanian experience showcases the wonder of things that glow in the dark in nature. The Glow Tour is responsive to whatever is glowing best on the night: often this may include biofluorescent animals and plants such as pink-glowing possums or bandicoots, faintly green-glowing pademelons or wallabies, brilliant green-glowing snails, blue-glowing rakali (native water rats) or insects, red-glowing owls, and a dazzling array of glowing flowers, plants, fungi, and lichens. And sometimes the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights) or sea sparkles (marine bioluminescence) may be visible as well! Based in Hobart, the Glow Tour offers an unforgettable experience hosted by world-renowned scientist and science communicator, Dr Lisa Gershwin. The Glow Tour is a gentle and comfortable walking tour in a safe and comfortable city park brimming with glowing flora and fauna. It is suitable for adults, children, tourists and locals – anyone with an interest in things that glow.

Quality hire cars for all your car rental needs. Avis, Australia's leading car rental company, has continued to provide that famous 'We Try Harder' service in Australia for more than 50 years. At Avis, we know you want to enjoy your travel time so we've made planning your trip and avoiding lines at the rental counter to get you on your way quickly our priority. With seven locations in Tasmania, including the airports, you will find one that is convenient for you. Avis offers a wide range of the latest model, air-conditioned hire cars - you are sure to find a suitable car for all your Tasmania car rental needs. See Australia with Avis!

Maria Island is a stunning island off an island National Park just a short 45 minute boat cruise off the East Coast of Tasmania. It is rich in local wildlife, amazing scenery and world heritage convict history. With no cars on the island, we enjoy a series of short walks exploring the beautiful Painted Cliffs, the dramatic Fossil Cliffs along with the remarkable Darlington World Heritage convict site, old Oast houses and the early settler's cottages and farmsteads. The island is a Noah's ark for wildlife and is home to wallabies, kangaroo's, rare Cape Barren Geese, wombats and the recently introduced Tasmanian Devil. Swim in the pristine sheltered bays overlooking Mercury Passage or snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Marine Reserve. Watch out for dolphins, seals and penguins - even the odd whale - on your boat crossing to this island paradise. This island is a world away on your doorstep from Hobart! This is a tour for active travellers who are keen to walk and enjoy this unique island. Join us on this day of discovery rich in environmental and cultural history.