Badger IslandBadger Island at a Glance
About Badger Island
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.
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 14° - 22° | 18° | 46 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 14° - 23° | 18° | 31 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 13° - 21° | 17° | 55 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 11° - 19° | 15° | 64 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 10° - 16° | 13° | 70 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 8° - 14° | 11° | 63 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 7° - 13° | 8° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 7° - 14° | 10° | 69 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 15° | 11° | 60 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 9° - 17° | 13° | 46 mm | - | - | 5.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 11° - 19° | 15° | 48 mm | - | - | 5.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 12° - 20° | 16° | 52 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
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