Badger Island
Island Tasmanian island in Bass Strait, wildlife refuge
Off northeast Tasmania, Badger Island belongs to the Furneaux Group and combines grazing land, coastal cliffs and seabird rookeries; visitors arrive by private charter for birdwatching and quiet rural landscapes.
Badger Island is an island in Bass Strait off the north-east coast of Tasmania, Australia. It forms part of the small Badger Group within the Furneaux Group of islands.
The island is remote and sparsely populated, used historically for grazing and sporting leases and noted locally for seabird and coastal habitats. There are no major visitor facilities on the island.
Administratively it is part of Tasmania and lies in Bass Strait to the north-east of mainland Tasmania and to the west of Flinders Island.
Visitors should plan transport and safety carefully, as access is by private boat and there are no services on the island.
- Access: Access is by private boat; there are no regular public ferry services to the island.
How to Get to Badger Island #
Reached by private boat or licensed tour from Tasmanian ports such as Bridport or George Town. Landings depend on sea state and local permissions.
Tips for Visiting Badger Island #
- Charter a boat from one of the Tasmanian mainland ports; check weather forecasts and local marine notices
- The island has significant seabird colonies - approach quietly and avoid nesting areas during breeding season
- Respect protected areas: some wildlife zones may be closed for conservation
Best Time to Visit Badger Island #
Best visited in the Tasmanian summer when sea conditions are more favorable; always check marine conditions.
Weather & Climate near Badger Island #
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (673 mm/year).
January
January is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and breezy conditions.
