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塔斯馬尼亞西海岸荒野：古老的荒野和野性的冒險
Tasmania's wild west coast：
Ancient wilderness and untamed adventure
西海岸是塔斯馬尼亞荒野的中心地帶，這裡有原始的河流、古老的松樹和巨大的沙丘。來一場漂流挑戰著名的富蘭克林河；遊覽壯麗的戈登河，在世界上最後的溫帶雨林徒步，經過1000年歷史的淚柏，體驗澳洲這個荒蕪崎嶇之地的真正的味道。作為澳洲最後一片荒野邊疆，當地囚犯、伐木業和採礦業的歷史塑造了這個國家的社會結構。
Home to untamed rivers, ancient pine trees and giant sand dunes, the west coast is at the heart of Tasmania's wilderness. Challenge the infamous Franklin River on a white-water rafting expedition, cruise down the majestic Gordon River and hike past 1,000-year-old Huon pines in one of the world's last temperate rainforests for a true taste of this rugged corner of Australia. Considered one of the country's last wilderness frontiers, the region's convict, logging and mining past has helped shaped the social fabric of the state.
不可錯過 Don't miss
泛舟富蘭克林河漂流
徒步挑戰法國帽步道
乘坐直升機飛越麥格理港
Go rafting over the Franklin River rapids
Hike the challenging Frenchmans Cap track
Fly over Macquarie Harbour in a helicopter
如何抵達
女王鎮是塔斯馬尼亞西海岸最大的城鎮，從霍巴特向西北方向驅車3.5小時即可到達。
Queenstown is the largest town on Tasmania's west coast and a 3.5-hour drive northwest from Hobart.
如何玩轉塔州荒野？
Things to do and top attractions on Tasmania's west coast
暢遊戈登河
在塔斯馬尼亞荒野世界遺產地區的戈登河平靜的水域航行，同時走過茂盛的溫帶雨林。在斯特拉漢鎮，參加戈登河航行項目，乘坐一艘大型雙體船穿過麥格裡港進入戈登河。當你探索戈登河，專業導遊會為你解說，電動馬達讓安靜的世界也充滿生機，而國際旅客可以選擇免費的語音導覽。記得一定要帶上你的相機，這樣你才能捕捉到這條河的美麗景致；穿著舒適的鞋子以便踏上以淚柏聞名的登陸點和塔斯馬尼亞最古老的罪犯流放地薩拉島。世界遺產遊輪公司也經營上午和下午的戈登河遊輪。
Coast past dense temperate rainforest as you travel the calm waters of Gordon River in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Depart from the town of Strahan and journey across Macquarie Harbour into Gordon River aboard a large catamaran with Gordon River Cruises. An expert nature guide provides commentary as you explore the Gordon River, cruising quietly under Spirit of the Wild's electric motors, while international passengers can plug into complimentary audio tours. Be sure to pack your camera so you can capture the river's beauty and wear comfortable shoes for walking on Heritage Landing (known for its ancient Huon pines) and Sarah Island (Tasmania's oldest convict settlement). World Heritage Cruises also runs morning and afternoon cruises incorporating the Gordon River.
舒展筋骨
富蘭克林-戈登野河國家公園有一些塔斯馬尼亞最具田園風情的步道。在一公裡(0.62英裡)富蘭克林河自然步道舒展筋骨，穿過涼爽的雨林。這條小路方便輪椅通行，還有野餐桌和洗手間。另一個更輕鬆的選擇(20分鐘往返)的是納爾遜瀑布自然步道，它通向壯觀的30米(98英尺)納爾遜瀑布。對於有經驗的徒步旅行者來說，要攀登法國帽(1443米- 4734英尺)的頂峰是一段艱難的旅程，這是澳大利亞最古老的礁石之一。它需要4到5天的時間往返，期間通過鈕扣草平原，冰川山谷和雨林，最終通往胡恩湖。儘管沿途有兩個小屋供住宿，徒步旅行者最好還是帶一頂帳篷。國家公園裡的大多數徒步都是自助的，但塔斯馬尼亞探險隊也提供了為期六天的從朗塞斯頓出發的法國帽之旅。
Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park has some of Tasmania's most idyllic walks. Stretch your legs on the one-kilometre (0.62-mile) Franklin River Nature Trail, which passes through cool rainforest. The trail is suitable for wheelchairs and there are also picnic tables and toilets. Another gentle option (20-minute return) is the Nelson Falls Nature Trail, which leads to the spectacular 30-metre (98-foot) Nelson Falls. For experienced walkers, there is the arduous hike to the summit of Frenchmans Cap (1,443 metres-4,734 feet), some of Australia’s oldest exposed rock. It takes four to five days return and passes buttongrass plains, glacial valleys and rainforest as you make your way to Lake Tahune. Hikers need to carry a tent, although there are two huts along the track to stay in. Most of the walks in the national park are self-guided, however Tasmanian Expeditions offers a six-day Frenchmans Cap trek out of Launceston.
從直升機或越野車上把風景看透
如果你想換種方式體驗塔斯馬尼亞西海岸的風光，與帕拉維恩航空公司一起，登上觀光直升機，體驗荒野之旅吧。西海岸荒野之旅從劍橋出發，帶著乘客飛躍中部高地，前往麥格裡港，然後前往斯特拉漢，參加戈登河遊輪航行。遊覽結束後，你將有機會在斯特拉漢周圍漫步，然後乘飛機返回劍橋。你將花費大約50分鐘在空中，而一天的旅行總共是9個小時。如果你想體驗另類冒險，你可以在距離斯特拉漢北部11公裡(6.8英裡)駕著一輛越野車繞著漢蒂沙丘行駛。當地人才知道的被視為當地人的秘密的斯特拉漢越野之旅為全家提供了一小時的沙丘之旅。
If you're after even more ways to experience Tasmania's west coast, take a scenic helicopter flight with Par-Avion Wilderness Tours. The Wild West Coast Tour departs from Cambridge, taking passengers over the Central Highlands towards Macquarie Harbour, before descending to Strahan to join a Gordon River cruise. After the cruise, you'll have a chance to stroll around Strahan before returning by air to Cambridge. You'll spend about 50 minutes in the air each way, while the day trip is nine hours in total. For an adventure of another kind, drive a buggy around Henty sand dunes, 11 kilometres (6.8 miles) north of Strahan. Considered a locals' secret, Strahan ATV Adventures offers one-hour dune tours for the entire family.
造訪斯特拉漢
如果所有這些探索都讓你筋疲力盡，那就在斯特拉漢漁村放慢腳步。在觀景42餐吧吃新鮮的當地的海鮮，並嘗試塔斯馬尼亞奶酪和葡萄酒，或者叫哈默爾酒店輕鬆地享用小酒館美食。
斯特拉漢提供各種檔次住宿。豪華的駕駛室公寓讓人飽覽令人驚嘆的港口景色，而一些家庭遊客會選擇住在斯特拉漢平房的獨立單元感到賓至如歸。在你的停留期間，看看西海岸荒野鐵路，在那裡您可以乘坐一個修復過的蒸汽動力機車。搭乘它的河流和雨林之旅，沿著前海岸進入雨林。火車也開往西海岸的中心女王鎮，距斯特拉漢東北方向大約45分鐘的車程。女王鎮是一座曾經的銅礦和伐木城市，你可以通過「漫遊荒野」了解它的過去。
If all of that exploring has you exhausted, slow the pace in the fishing village of Strahan. Dine on fresh, local seafood and sample Tasmanian cheese and wine at View 42 Restaurant and Bar, or call into Hamer's Hotel for a relaxed bistro meal. Strahan is also a great place to base yourself with a range of accommodation options. The luxurious Wheelhouse Apartments make the most of the stunning harbour views, while families will feel at home in the self-contained units at Strahan Bungalows. During your stay, check out West Coast Wilderness Railway, where you can ride in a restored steam-powered locomotive. Hop aboard its River and Rainforest journey travelling along the foreshore and into rainforest. Trains also run to Queenstown, the hub of the west coast, about a 45-minute drive north-east of Strahan. Queenstown is a former copper mining and logging city, and you can learn about its past with Roam Wild.
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