10-Hour Hastings Caves and Huon Valley Tour with Tahune Airwalk

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore a thermal-spring-fed pool and one of only two dolomite caves in Australia
• 02 See spectacular stalactites, columns, shawls, and stalagmites inside Hastings Cave
• 03 Walk 30 metres above the forest floor on the Tahune Airwalk
• 04 Cross the swinging bridge and see some of Australia's oldest living trees on the Huon Pine Trail
• 05 Drive through the orchards of the Huon Valley and the historic riverside village of Franklin

Enjoy this one-of-a-kind day tour through an underexplored region of Tasmania that showcases everything the island is famous for, from fruit orchards to forests. Travel deep into southern Tasmania along the southernmost road in Australia, driving through the many orchards of the Huon Valley and along the tranquil Huon River through the historic riverside village of Franklin. Warm up with a dip in the 28-degree thermal spring pool at Hastings before heading underground on a guided tour of Hastings Cave. Continue to Tahune Adventures to experience the treetops, swinging bridge, and Huon Pine Trail in this stunning part of the island.

Walk down into the rainforest, admiring the magnificent ferns along the way.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs Experience

Walk down into the rainforest, admiring the magnificent ferns along the way. Warm up with a 15 to 20-minute dip in a thermal pool fed by natural springs. Then head underground at Hastings Caves with a specialist guide to get the low-down on the dramatic dolomite cave, one of only two of its kind in Australia.

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Day 02

Tahune Airwalk and Huon Pine Trail

From water to sky, walk high among the treetops at Tahune Adventures. See some of the oldest living trees in Australia on the Huon Pine Trail, swing across a river on the swinging bridge, and walk 30 metres above the forest floor on the Airwalk.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Passionate local tour guide
• Tahune Airwalk admission fees
• Hastings Caves & Thermal Spring Pool admission fees
• CBD hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Guided tour of Hastings Caves

What's Not Included

• Lunch: Please note that meals are between $25-$30. You are welcome to bring your own lunch if preferred. Alternatively, there is a café a short distance from The Kermandie that sells delicious homemade pies.
• Any food or drink purchased
• Towel and bathers: Please ensure you bring a towel and bathing suit if you wish to swim.

What to bring

• In Tasmania, you can experience four seasons in one day. We love our changeable weather. Our east coast is often dry, while our west coast is wet. Wear layers. Our sun can get hot, but once it goes down, the cool can set in fast. We recommend bringing a sunhat (and beanie), sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, and a waterproof jacket. And don't forget a reusable water bottle!

Know before you go

• FITNESS LEVEL
  • There is walking on this tour, including steep steps into and out of the cave, so if you have serious medical conditions, we recommend calling first to discuss. We would be happy to see how we can accommodate you.
• ACCESSIBILITY
  • Our vehicles are equipped to carry collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them in boarding and disembarking. If you have any questions about accessible options for this tour, please do not hesitate to ask so we can help you have the best tour possible.
• CHILDREN
  • For their safety, we kindly ask that children be accompanied by an adult.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Tasmania, Australia

Tour start

Tasmania, Australia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.