Huon Valley Kayaking, Tahune Adventures

Leaving Hobart, we quickly descend into the beautiful Huon Valley as we embark on our two hour drive. We drive through the beautiful winding roads past the fruit orchards of the Huon Valley.

Arriving at Dover, you will quickly see why Port Esperance Bay is labelled one of the most beautiful natural harbors in Tasmania. Gaze at the serene views over Adamsons Peak as your professional local guide takes you for a morning kayak around the three islands Hope, Faith and Charity, where you learn about the interesting convict history and early settlement in the bay.

This 2.5 hour kayaking tour operates at a relaxed pace from Dover town beach. Not that confident on the water? Don’t worry, the tour involves easy, flat water paddling and no previous experience is required. Your guide knows the waterways intimately and is never far away, making this tours great for families and couples alike. Enjoy morning tea on the islands and take in the view of the Hartz Mountain Range, Dover township and its surrounds from a new perspective.

Next, we explore more of the Huon Valley as we wind through the countryside toward Geeveston.

Between October and April we stop at the historic Kermandie Hotel. Built in 1932, the charming Kermandie remains the heart of Port Huon. Here you can enjoy a delicious lunch with spectacular views over its private marina on the Huon River. In the colder months you can enjoy lunch at the Tahune Adventures café.

After lunch we venture into the forest at Tahune Airwalk, where we will spend two hours exploring the forest. Walk among the treetops on the Tahune airwalk – a steel canopy that overlooks the forest floor 30 metres below. Breathe deep as you do a forest walk and be brave as you cross the river on a swinging bridge.

Follow the Huon Pine Trail to see and smell one of Australia’s oldest living trees. Find out how fire has affected the forest and see first-hand the natural regeneration that occurs in a forest environment.

Finally you can sit back and relax as we make our way back to Hobart after a fun day out amongst the natural surrounds of Southern Tasmania. We aim to get you back to Hobart by about 5:30pm ready for you to rest at your hotel or enjoy a range of cuisines at one of Hobart’s many fine restaurants.