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The Huon Valley, with its lovely green rolling hills and picturesque countryside, is only 30 30-minute drive from Hobart. The Huon region starts at the Mount Wellington Range and continues down to Cockle Creek, the southernmost point in Australia.
It is a place of incredible natural beauty, with the pristine Huon River and the Far South coastline, fantastic mountain ranges, World Heritage-listed national parks, stunning forests, iconic caves and beautiful waterfalls.
The Huon Valley also has a long history of apple growing, boutique cider making and fascinating forestry heritage.
Top 10 Things to Do in the Huon Valley, Tasmania
The Tahune AirWalk is a walkway elevated 30 metres above the forest floor, and the narrow cantilever section juts out 50 metres over the Huon River.
There are stunning views of the confluence of the Huon and Picton Rivers and vistas of the peaks of the World Heritage Area.
Hastings Caves
You can explore the fantastic Dolomite cave system, a labyrinth of chambers, richly decorated and cleverly lit to highlight these incredible formations. Newdegate Cave is the largest dolomite tourist cave in Australia.
Hartz Mountains National Park
It has been shaped by ancient glaciers and is a beautiful place to visit in Tasmania’s remote and rugged southwest wilderness. You will see dolerite mountains, small glacial lakes and waterfalls, and a variety of alpine plants and vegetation.
Lake Esperance is a tarn ripped into the Alpine Highlands by a glacier. The crystal-clear waters are spectacularly beautiful. The Lake Esperance walk is one of Tasmania's 60 Great Short Walks; it is 3.5 kilometres return and takes 1.5 hours.
Cockle Creek is as far south as you can drive in Australia. It's situated on Recherche Bay in the Southwest National Park, part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. This remote stretch of white sandy beach is stunning.
It is one of the tallest waterfalls in Tasmania and plunges 114 metres down the rock face. The walk to the viewing platform at the base of the falls is 5.2 kilometres and takes about 3 hours. Take care as the track is rocky and slippery in places.
This delightful tranquil lake is actually a flooded sinkhole. You can discover it in the Southwest National Park; it is part of the extensive regional cave and karst system that includes Hastings Caves. The walk is 4.2 kilometres return and takes 1.5 hours.
Huon River
The Huon River is 174 kilometres long, flows east through the fertile Huon Valley, and ends at the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. You can explore it by Jet Boat, Sailing Boat or kayak. It is also a popular spot for swimming and fishing.
Geeveston Platypus Walk
Wander along the banks of the Kermandie River near Heritage Park at Geeveston and see if you can spot a platypus. There are several viewing areas and bridges where you can wait patiently and quietly to spot these elusive creatures.
Huon Valley Apples
There are several organic apple orchards in Tasmania’s Huon Valley. You can try their organic cider at the cellar door and museum at Willie Smiths, Apple Shed. You can also enjoy morning tea or a light lunch.
Tours include Hastings Caves, Tahune Airwalk, Kayaking, Wine and Food Tours and many more...