Tasmania’s western World Heritage wilderness is one the most unspoilt areas of Australia. From the mighty Franklin and Gordon Rivers to Cradle Mountain and St Clair National Park, the area is rich in adventure opportunities and pioneering spirit. The western wilderness is a place of ancient, old growth rainforests, wild rivers, steep gorges and deep lakes. The road spirals and bends into Queenstown for you to witness what remains of the world’s richest gold and copper mine, while Strahan, on the Macquarie Harbour, gives access to river cruises and narrow gauge railways.