At Camp Banksia

Teaching resources:

• Waterwatch study
• Bird watching
• Sea shore study
• Plant study
• Map reading & compass work
• Kite making
  

Organised Activities :

Camp Banksia is developing a range of organised activities for groups, especially school groups. Please contact the camp manager to find out what is currently available.

Nearby

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  Beach walks
• Snorkeling
• Sailing
• Fishing (Jetty nearby)
• Boating (2 x boat ramps nearby)
• Bush walks
• Cycling
• Penguin viewing
• Shops

Places to Visit

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  Narawntapu National Park (22Km)
  The park includes an historic farm, coastal dunes & inlets all with a variety of plant & animal life. Wombats, kangaroos & wallabies are everywhere. Ph: 03 6428 6277 (go there)
• House of Anver's Chocolate Factory (Latrobe, 13km)
  A real chocolate taste sensation, with factory viewing windows and museum plus a café & shop! Ph: 03 6426 2958 (go there)
• The Axeman's Hall of Fame &
  The Platypus Experience (Latrobe, 17km)
  Celebrating Australia's timber & woodchopping heritage. Discover the secret world of the platypus. Ph: 03 6426 2099 (go there)
• Warrawee Forest Reserve (Latrobe, 17km)
  View native Australian animals, especially platypus in their natural environment at Latrobe, the Platypus Capital of the World. Ph: 03 6421 4699
• Imaginarium Science Centre (Devonport, 18km)
  Interactive, hands-on exhibits & science shows give visitors an exciting way of learning about science & technology. Ph: 03 6423 1466 (go there)

• Maritime Museum (Devonport 22km)
  The former Harbour Master's residence & pilot station houses an extensive & impressive display of maritime history.
  Ph: 03 6424 7100 (go there)

• Tiagarra (Devonport, 22km)
  A proud display of Tasmanian Aboriginal spirituality & culture by descendants from the dreamtime. Ph: 03 6424 8250 (go there)

• Home Hill (Devonport, 20km)
  Home of Prime Minister Joseph Lyons and Dame Enid Lyons. Built for them in 1916, it is now a National Trust property.
  Ph: 03 6424 3028 (go there)

• Don River Railway (Devonport, 23km)
  Largest collection of steam locomotives in Tas. Museum, shop & train rides. Ph: 03 6424 6335 (go there)

• Mini Golf (Devonport, 19km)
  Just putt it! Open daily plus twilight golf under lights. Group bookings & corporate packages. Ph: 03 6423 6464

  Olympic Pool & Waterslide (Devonport 23km) Ph: 03 6424 9029

• Devonport Tenpin Bowling (Devonport, 22km, 25 min) Ph: 03 6424 7688

• C-Max Movie Theatre (Devonport 22km)
  Four screens showing all the latest releases. Ph: 03 6420 2111 (go there)

• Tasmanian Arboretum (Eugenana, 28km)
  A living museum of trees, all arranged in geographic regions. Walks, BBQ's, picnic facilities & kiosk. Ph: 03 6427 2690 (go there)

• Railton Town of Topiary (Railton, 45km)
  View over 100 unique topiary (living tree sculptures) at various stages of growth. (go there)
• Ashgrove Cheese (Elizabeth Town, 45km)
  Learn about the craft of cheese making. View the maturing room, watch production (in season) and sample different cheeses. (Look for the butterfly display too). Ph: 03 6368 1105 (go there)
• Mole Creek Caves (Mole Creek, 75km,)
  Two limestone caves to choose from. Underground rivers, glow-worms, stalactites & stalagmites. Ph: 03 6363 5182 (go there)
• Honey farm (Chudleigh, 75km.)
  Discover the Tasmania honey story. Interactive beehive, audiovisual & static displays and free tasting. Ph: 03 6363 6160 (go there)
• Sheffield Town of Murals (Sheffield, 42km) This unique town has recorded its pioneering history on the walls of its shops, houses & public conveniences! Over 40 murals to view. Fantastic. Ph: 03 6491 1036 (go there)
• Aunty Iris's Doll Museum (Sheffield, 42km) One of the largest and most comprehensive collections of dolls, prams, matchboxes & tins. Ph: 03 6491 1559 (go there)
• Tasmazia (Staverton, 57km)
  Eight mazes, a pancake parlour & a lavender farm. The world's largest maze complex. Food, fun & fantasy! Ph: 03 6491 1934 (go there)
  

Vineyards

• Ghost Rock (Port Sorell, 5km) Ph: 03 6428 4005 (go there)
• Barringwood Park (Barrington, 32km) Ph: 03 6492 3140 (go there)
• Lake Barrington (West Kentish, 57km) Ph: 03 6491 1249 (go there)

Golf Courses

• Port Sorell Golf Club (Shearwater, 1km) Ph: 03 6428 6555
• Thirlstane Golf Club (Thirlstane, 5km) Ph; 03 6428 6488
• Devonport Golf Club (Spreyton, 22km) Ph: 03 6427 2068

Other Information

Latrobe Council

Visitor Information Centre
Port Sorell Community Noticeboard

Weather Information

Port Sorell General Information

The following downloads are courtesy of Latrobe Visitor Information Centre.

Port of Golden Beaches (PDF 27k)

Eating Out - Port Sorell (PDF 3,954k)

Eating Out - Port Sorell (PDF 33k) - without images

Things to do in Port Sorell (PDF 1,529k)

Things to do in Port Sorell (PDF 22k) - without images

Other Suggested Activities (PDF 57k)