Hastings
Hastings Caves, Tahune Airwalk and the Huon Tasting Trail
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.
Hastings Caves, Tahune and Huon Valley Full Day Tour from Hobart
This day adventure takes you deep into the south of Tasmania to explore this stunning region's highlights. We drive through the historic riverside village of Franklin which still honours the traditional craft of building wooden boats. Then it's time to head to the Far South:
HASTINGS CAVES (cost included)
Explore the largest dolomite cave open to visitors in Australia. See spectacular stalactites, columns, shawls, and stalagmites. Please bring warm clothes as the caves are a chilly 9C.
TAHUNE ADVENTURES (cost included)
Walk in the treetops on the Tahune airwalk, cross a swinging bridge, see Huon pines, and relish the views of the surrounding forest on this two-hour forest adventure.
We do not allow time to visit the Thermal Pool
Tahune Airwalk & Hastings Cave Active Day Tour from Hobart
This day trip explores south of Hobart and takes you to the Tahune Forest Airwalk – a cantilevered bridge that allows you to walk through the treetops 40 metres above the ground! Further south still, we stop at the Hasting Caves for a swim in the thermal pools and a spectacular underground cave walk. Walk through the treetops, bring your swimwear for the thermal pool, and bring a jacket for the caves as we enjoy an action packed day south of Hobart.
Highlights
• Visit the Tahune Airwalk Forest Reserve
• Walk amongst the trees on the Cantilever 40m above the ground
• Discover Tasmania’s ancient trees on the Huon Pine Walk
• Walk above the river on the Swinging Bridges Walk
• Visit Hastings Caves State Reserve
• Enjoy the fully guided Cave Tour, 40 m below the ground
• Take a swim in the Thermal Springs swimming pool
• Drive the Huon Valley and discover Tasmania’s diverse Apple growing history
• Enjoy seasonal roadside stops – Honey Tasting, Ice-creams, Berries, Apples, Cherries
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Hastings by Operation City Quest
To play Operation City Quest in Hastings, you'll use an app to gather points by completing exciting tasks and finding objects around the city in any order you choose. Use strategy to gain the most points on the app's leaderboard and beat out other teams. Our scavenger hunt has a remote host that will help throughout the game via chat. Let's get competing in Hastings.
Discover Hastings Earthquake: Self-Guided Audio Tour
This informative and historical self-guided audio tour will take you on a journey to the past to see the areas that were devastated by the 1931 and how they have been rebuilt. Including survivors stories, get a better insight to the past tragedy. Combine your audio guide with a map detailing the area of your tour as well.
Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided Bike Tour
The Bridge Pa Triangle and Gimblett Gravels wine growing regions of Hawkes Bay are home to the highest concentration of Cellar Doors in the region.
From our shop, in the heart of a vineyard – just 200m from your first winery, you can choose from a number of wineries to visit. Meander around the region on purpose-built cycle trails – it's very easy cycling as the region is flat. Stop in at a winery or two. Many offer cheese platters to lunch on, a few have more ambitious menus for you to try. Come and enjoy a great day out.
Barbados Airport Transfer to Hastings and Garisson Area Hotels
Our Chauffeured executive vehicles including Sedans, SUV, Buses and luxury vehicles. Guests and customers will be transported with safe and well-maintained vehicles, covered with the requisite insurance. We do have an adequate number of Chauffeured executive vehicles including Sedans, SUV & Buses to meet any need.
Guests and customers will be transported with safe and well-maintained vehicles, covered with the requisite insurance.
Hawkes Bay Wineries Electric Self-Guided Bike Tour
Visit the wineries of Hawke’s Bay at your own pace on this self-guided bike tour with modern e-bikes. Collect your bike and ride past the vineyards along the Hawke’s Bay's winery cycle trails at your leisure. Follow the map provided or simply take your pick of the wineries you find. Visit wineries such as Abbey Cellars, Alpha Domus, Sileni Estate, Villa Maria Gimblett Gravels, Unison Vineyard, Stonecroft, or Trinity Hill, and perhaps sample (own expense) some of the diverse wines in production. This independent self-guided cycling tour includes all equipment and roadside support.
Port Macquarie Wine and Beer, Hastings Tasting Trail Tour
Join us for your private day out, allows you and your friends/family to have some input into how long we stay at venues.
Being a family friendly small business, we take pride in what we do, and are adaptable to change as the day progresses.
Travelling in modern, airconditioned vehicles you get to enjoy the tour, and listen to your own selection of music if preferred.
Being private touring, there's reduced wait times at venues and possible to access areas larger groups can't.
Plenty of room to transport your shopping home.
Max 11 guests.
Contact us for more options.
Port Macquarie Scenic Tour to the Hastings Hinterland region
Joining us for your private day out, allows you and your friends/family to have some input into how long we stay at attractions.
Being a family friendly small business, we take pride in what we do, and are adaptable to change as the day progresses.
We are there to guide you, or feel free to venture on without us and meet back at a designated time.
Travelling in modern, airconditioned vehicles you get to enjoy the tour, and listen to your own selection of music if preferred.
1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour
This tour offers a private local historian guide throughout. You will learn the complete story of the 1066 conflict including the reasons why the succession was disputed, the invasions of Harald Hardrada and William of Normandy as well as full details of the battle of Hastings with information on battle tactics, weapons used and armour.
You will stand at the acknowledged position of the Saxon shield wall and walk the perimeter of the battlefield before viewing the position that Harold fell.
You will also learn what happened in the days and months after the battle before William was crowned King on 25th December 1066.
Private Tour of Tahune Airwalk and Hastings Caves from Hobart
Embark on an exhilarating and immersive 10-hour private tour departing from the captivating city of Hobart, Tasmania, where you’ll be treated to a day filled with natural wonders and thrilling activities. Begin your journey by delving into the historical charm of Hobart, exploring its iconic landmarks and soaking in the unique atmosphere of this waterfront city. As you venture onward, the next destination is Geeveston, The highlight of your adventure will undoubtedly be the iconic Tahune Airwalk, where you can stroll amidst the treetops, gaining a unique and breathtaking perspective of the surrounding wilderness. Continue your exploration to the mesmerizing Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs, a natural wonder tucked away in the Tasmanian landscape. Descend into the fascinating underground world of the caves, marveling at intricate formations that have evolved over time. The final chapter of your active day unfolds in the charming town of Huonville, nestled along the Huon River.
1066 Battle of Hastings, Birling Gap and Seven Sisters Tour
Visit the actual Battle of Hastings battleground with us,
Marvel at the magnificent architecture of Battle Abbey,
Explore the combination of the two eras in Pevensey Bay,
Climb the White Cliffs of Beachy Head for a wonderful view,
Enjoy bucolic hamlet pub of East Dean in an English way.
1066 Battle of Hastings, Birling Gap and Seven Sisters Tour
Visit the actual Battle of Hastings battleground with us,
Marvel at the magnificent architecture of Battle Abbey,
Explore the combination of the two eras in Pevensey Bay,
Climb the White Cliffs of Beachy Head for a wonderful view,
Enjoy bucolic hamlet pub of East Dean in an English way.
Up Cycling in Practice Take Home and Keep
This fun, hands-on workshop is designed so that you can paint either a stool or a keepsake box from beginning to end using one of 4 different paint techniques.
If you have never picked up a paintbrush, don't let that stop you. Hosted every Saturday morning in my studio above my shop.
We will have a great time together. Contact me for group bookings with discounts offered.