Hastings Caves, Tahune Airwalk and the Huon Tasting Trail
Description
Join us for a day tour exploring Tasmania's deep South, where the apples are crisp, the salmon fresh, and the trees ancient. Start in Huonville with a takeaway coffee and a scenic drive along the Huon River, learning about the region's apple orchards, craft cider, wine, and salmon production. Next, spend two hours at the Tahune Airwalk. Stroll 50 meters up in the tree canopy, cross swinging bridges over the Huon River, or enjoy a tranquil riverbank walk among ancient Huon pines. After lunch, explore Australia's largest dolomite cave at Hastings Caves. Your guided tour will unveil intricate formations and the region's geological history. Keep an eye out for wildlife like platypus, quolls, and pademelons. On our way back to Hobart, we'll stop at one of the local cider producers where you can enjoy a tasting paddle with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options or indulge in a complimentary mouth-watering apple pie (seasonal). It's the perfect way to wrap up a day of exploring.
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Itinerary
Our first stop is Huonville, where you'll have a chance to grab a takeaway coffee and stock up on any essentials for the day. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive along the beautiful Huon River. As you sip your coffee, you'll hear tales about why this area is famous for its apple orchards, craft cider makers, boutique winemakers, and salmon production.
Next, we arrive at the Tahune Airwalk, where you'll have two glorious hours to explore this spectacular region. Choose one or all three of the walks on offer. Start with the famous Airwalk, a 600-meter stroll 50 meters up in the tree canopy amongst the world's tallest flowering plants, the eucalyptus gum trees. Feeling adventurous? Take on the Swinging Bridges Track, a 3.4-kilometer jaunt where you'll cross two swinging bridges over the Huon River the first (100m long) and the Picton Swinging Bridge (64m long). Alternatively, you can stay on the ground and enjoy the tranquillity of strolling along the riverbank through ancient Huon pines, mingling with trees that are 2,500 years old. Talk about a walk-through of ancient times!
After lunch, it's time to venture further south to the magical Hastings Caves, where you'll marvel at the underground wonders of Australia's largest dolomite cave. Your entrance ticket (included) grants you a guided tour through this fascinating cave system, led by an experienced and passionate guide. Here you can admire the intricate formations and learn about the area's geological history. While exploring the Hastings Caves State Reserve, keep your eyes peeled for native wildlife like platypus, quolls, pademelons and birds.
On our way back to Hobart, we'll stop at one of the local cider producers where you can enjoy a tasting paddle with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options or indulge in a complimentary mouth-watering apple pie (seasonal) if your stomach desires. It's the perfect way to wrap up a day of exploring. There's truly nothing better than sitting back, relaxing in a historic venue, enjoying a drink, and sharing stories with your fellow adventurers.
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Please make sure you tell us your hotel. If you have not booked your hotel contact us directly once you have. We will direct you to your nearest pickup if your hotel is not on our list.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Total duration includes the travel time
Reviews(137)
We had Dave. He was really nice even when we held up the group he didn't mind. He was knowledgeable and friendly and the tour was great. The Tahune airwalk was really cool
Thanks for sharing your review. We're glad you had such an enjoyable day with Dave and that the Tahune Airwalk was a highlight. Hope to welcome you back again at Tassie.
Hi, THe day was quite good, but I felt maybe too much time was taken up with driving. Both the Cave experience and Skywalk were good. But I presume they were possibly in roughly same area. I was dissappointed we didn't have a food stop during the day. WE just had the chance to get food in Huonville, and that was it. I presume the tasting was the Apple pie in Cider stop. I think our guide for the day wasn't too experienced.
A great day of exploring nature! Skye was very friendly and knew her stuff about nature and the places we visited.
Thanks for joining us. We're glad you enjoyed a day exploring nature and that Skye's knowledge and friendly company helped make it such a great experience. Hope to welcome you back to Tassie in the future.
Our guide, Skype, was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The tour was very comprehensive, taking us up to the trees at the Tahune Airwalk, down into Hastings Cave, and finishing with a delicious apple pie in Frank’s It was a wonderful experience.
Thanks for sharing your experience. We’re pleased you enjoyed Tahune Airwalk, Hastings Cave, and the apple pie stop along the way. Hope to see you agian.
Some amazing experiences in one day, soaking up some of Tassie's best natural wonders. Our guide, Skye, was a wealth of knowledge, which she shared freely. We were thoroughly engaged, even on the long drives.
Thanks for sharing your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed seeing some of Tassie’s natural highlights and that Skye kept the day engaging throughout the journey. Hope to see you again soon.
I love the trips, our driver is very informative. The tahune walk and hasting cave are fascinating. And before we go back to hobart, we stop by to eat a very delicious apple pie and ice cream
Thanks for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed Hastings Cave, the Tahune walk, and the apple pie stop on the way back to Hobart. Hope to welcome you back again.
Small group tour, friendly guide and advised clearly how long at each stop. Great variety of an activity and sights to see. Cave walk was a highlight and very easy steps and railing.
Thanks for sharing your experience. We’re happy you enjoyed the variety of sights and activities, and that Hastings Cave was a highlight. Hope to see you again soon.
Very long day, but worth the lovely sights and knowledge gained from the great tour guide JODIE. Hastings Caves were amazing, the Tahune Airwalk was great also. Lots of driving time for this tour but we had a few little stops to break up the trip, which was great. JODIE was knowledgeable and very down to earth - a real credit to Tassie Tours. Thanks so much for a lovely day!
Thanks for your thoughtful review. We’re glad you enjoyed the scenery amd the stops along the way. Hope to welcome you back again.
If you are looking for a great day out I highly recommend this tour.Be sure to wear layers, it’s cold in the cave. You also need to be willing and able to climb up and down stairs, there are a lot in the cave but also to get to the top of the airwalk.
Thanks for your review and helpful tips. We’re glad you enjoyed the day out and appreciate your recommendation. Hope to see you again soon.
Quite a long day and weather can change quickly. Hastings Cave always around 10 degrees C no matter how hot outside so pays to carry a jacket oy jumper. Also steps going up and down ( as you have to retrace) are quite steep Sturdy Walking shoes recommended. Plenty of short stops throughout the tour. Tahunne Airwalk and swing bridges. Require sturdy shoes and a good head for heights. The roads throughout the tour very winding in places if you are prone to motion sickness remember to take your "Kwells" or similar medication. The Apple Pie and cream at Franks Cider Farm stop was delicious and included in tour price. The cider sampling good too ( at your own cost).
We appreciate you taking the time to share this. It is great to hear you enjoyed the stops along the way and found the day well planned. Hope to see you again soon.
