Strahan Wilderness Lodge

29/08/2026

And, just like that, the holidays are over!
We’ve had a fabulous couple of months off and we’re now ready to ease into another busy season 🙂
Open from 1st September - Monday to Friday from 1pm to 4pm (closed weekends)
This will be for September only.

27/08/2026

*** If we’ve accidentally misnamed any of our feathered friends, please correct us in the comments!

We are incredibly lucky to be surrounded by some of Tasmania’s most unique birdlife here on the West Coast! Many avid bird photographers stay right here at Strahan Wilderness Lodge to capture them.

Thank you to the talented photographers who shared their work with us (full credits at the end).

Apologies to Libby Cashion as it's her lovely 'new holland honey eater photo' - thank you so much for allowing me to use it.

25/08/2026

There is a raw, unapologetic beauty here. A place where rugged peaks meet unpredictable skies, and the restless sea carves its story into the cliffs. It is ancient. It is untamed and it is beautiful. This is the West Coast of Tasmania.
📷 credit to my son Luke Oliver - A moment of silence for his drone that took this footage, which is now living its best life stuck in a tree somewhere in the jungles of Borneo 🐒
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23/08/2026

🚢 The New Spirit of Tasmania IV Has Arrived!!

The first of the next-generation vessels has officially entered Tasmanian waters for final terminal testing and commissioning in Devonport. Here is what you can expect when the new vessels take over the Bass Strait run later in October this year.

The new ships are 30% larger than the current fleet. Passenger capacity Increased from 1,400 to roughly 2,000 per crossing.

A massive 73% increase in vehicle lane metres to ease peak-season booking bottlenecks.

284 modern cabins (including dedicated pet-friendly options), upgraded dining, and dual cinemas.

Bookings for late 2026 sailings are currently rolling out in stages via the Spirit of Tasmania website.

Thanks to my sister Bec Bec Gardiner who captured these great snap shots of it arriving today in Devonport!

20/08/2026

We are back and ready to take bookings starting late September! After an incredible winter escape exploring Kuala Lumpur and Sabah Borneo with family, we are feeling completely inspired. Check out these snaps from our adventures through KL’s vibrant streets and the natural wonders of Sabah, Borneo.
Email us or send us a message to secure your spring and Summer getaway dates today! 🌿

You can also find our contact details here: https://www.strahanwildernesslodge.com.au

13/08/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE ~ BIRD FLU:
Tasmania has confirmed its first H5 bird flu detection in a wild bird during coastal surveillance. There is no evidence of an outbreak in commercial poultry.
HOW TO HELP: The public is advised to report sick or dead birds to the Emergency Animal Disease hotline at 1800 675 888. For more details, visit NRE Tasmania Bird Flu Reporting Page here:

H5 Bird flu is a highly contagious, viral disease of birds that can cause death in chickens. The signs of bird flu are very similar to Newcastle disease.

30/07/2026

Regatta Point Tavern Strahan

Family friendly pub meals.

Lunch - Tuesday to Saturday 12.00 - 2.00

Dinner - Monday to Saturday 5.30 - 7.30

24/07/2026

There’s a raw, untamed beauty to Tasmania’s west coast. It’s a place of sudden winter storms, deep pioneer history, and a wild landscape that stays with you. But despite the cold weather, the real heart of this coast is the warmth of the locals—including my grandfather and my partner John, who you'll spot in the video.🌧️