Beer Tasting

Ever wanted to make your own..or improve your technique?

Well we do offer a beer making course, but before you do that, why not try some of our own beers just to see what you could make at home... and indeed to encourage you to join our beer making weekend courses.

Ask at reception and we will organise a beer tasting for you.

Cost: $3 per person

Big Tree Walk

Take a ramble through the woods. This pretty area is also used by the highland cows, so be prepared to share the path with the hairy folk. There are several huge trees on this walk. These would have missed the early settlers’ saws and are probably around 350 years old.

Directions: Walk up the main road towards the golf course. Take the right hand road signposted to the golf course and walk until you come to the first gate on the left (it’s opposite the cattle pens). Climb over the gate and follow the track and the sign posts.

Boat Hire

Want to travel with your own boat? Explore one of the many lakes just minutes away. You can hire fishing equipment at Reception and then catch your own dinner. Or just relax and cruise a lake. The boats have small outboards and no boat licence is required. You will of course need a towbar on your car!

Bush Walking

Surrounded by pristine forests and lakes, Tarraleah is the perfect place to explore the highlands.

Take the Eagle track or Quoll track and explore beautiful eucalypt forests. Keep your eyes open for local wildlife. You may be lucky enough to spot one of the two resident wedge tailed eagles.

Waterfalls more to your liking?
Join the daily guided tour to the Power falls. Learn about the highland heritage. Wander through the tall trees and the magnificent tree ferns.

Lake St Clair and Mount Field National parks are within 40 minutes of Tarraleah. These two parks offer completely contrasting scenery. Both parks have lots of bush tracks with day walks from 25 minutes to 6 hours.

Butlers Run Bike Ride

This is an all dirt road ride through bush that commands beautiful views, dense bush a waterfall, and the biggest syphon you will ever see! Your trip begins by bus and after 5 mins you are dropped off at the start of your ride. Your guide will lead you through the wilderness alongside one of the canals that feeds the power station. Great views across the bush before  you stop for afternoon tea.

Duration : 2.5 hours. Maximum people 6
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
2 people $50 each
3 or more people $40 each

Captain Kims Bradys and Binneys Boat Cruise

Experience the highland lakes exploring the canals and river banks. Board the pontoon boat at Bradys lake. and join the Captain for a fascinating and popular 2 hour boat cruise on the Bradys Binney chain of lakes. Hear about the history of the area and listen to the Captains' tales.

Explore the fascinating wildlife surrounding Tarraleah on this relaxing lake cruise with Captain Kim. Sit back, sip mulled wine, and find out about the history of Tarraleah, the development of hydroelectricity and the engineering feats of the 1930’s.

The Lake Cruise runs 3 times a day at 10.30am, 1pm and 3pm. Duration : 2 hours. Maximum 5 people.
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
2-3 people $70
4 people $60
5 people $50

Cycling Tours

Tarraleah is the perfect location to explore the bush by bike.

Join our cycling tour and the adventure guides will lead you through some beautiful scenery and at the same time inform you about the history and wildlife of the area.

There are a variety of rides offered - with the added bonus that they are nearly all down hill and a dedicated bus and trailer loads up the bikes to take you back to the top!

Cycling tours range from 2.5 hours to 6 hours and all equipment is provided. We even include picnic morning teas and gourmet lunches!

Daylight Wildlife Tours

See the Tasmanian wildlife during the day just 15 minutes away from Tarraleah at a 4000 acre private reserve. Let your guide take you into the pristine wilderness where you can see wild wallabys and wombats in the daylight.

Booking essential contact reception on (03) 6289 0111.

Early morning bush bike ride and brekky

Leave the town on a mountain bike for a down hill ride. Ride along the river and spot the platypus and sea eagles. Chat to the guide as you explore the Liapootah lake . On the way back you will be met by 4 wheel drive which will take you up the hill you cycled down. (Or cycle up the hill and have a bottle of wine as a reward!)
Then its cooked breakfast in the Café.

Duration : 3 hours - includes breakfast. Maximum 6 people.
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
2-3 people $75 each
4-5 people $60 each
6 people $55 each

Fancy a Hot tub

Grab your towel and enjoy a 45 minute soak in the fabulous Hot tub overlooking the valley all way to Hobart. The hot tub can fit 6 persons and is set to temperature of 40 degrees.

Bookings essential. Contact reception.

Cost:
2 people $20 each
3 people $15 each
4 people $12 each
5 or more people $10 each

Guided Fly Fishing

We can point you in the right direction but you can be certain that the best spots are always going to be a closely hidden secret known only to the locals. Shortcut your way to the top and find out where the monsters lurk. Tarraleah Estate has some of the best fishing guides Australia has to offer. Rivers, streams and lakes, from beginner to seasoned professional, we can help. All equipment is provided plus morning and afternoon teas and lunch. This is an all day activity with an early start. Maximum two guests per guide, season and weather permitting.

Duration: 1 day.
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost Full Day:
1 person $450
2 people $250 each

Guided Spinning for Trout

Not a fan of fly fishing? Not to worry, you can still enjoy the full professional guided experience. Explore by boat the secret parts of the lakes and let the guides ensure you have the best opportunity to catch the wild trout. All equipment provided along with morning tea and lunch. Pick up from your accommodation.

Duration: 1 day. ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
1 person $450
2 people $250 each

Guided Village Walk

Experience the History of Tarraleah Village

Constructed in the 1930’s, Tarraleah has had a vibrant history and has an exciting future. The guide will take you through the village and bring history to life - some of it quite infamous!

Duration of walk - about 45 mins.

Bookings essential. Book at Adventure Tarraleah.

Gym

The estate has a fully equipped gym with running machines, rowing machine and strider.

The Gym is located in the Great Hall and the access door is under the Highland Arms verandah.

Please book at Reception.

Hidden Highlands 4WD Adventure Tour

A day in the highlands visiting national parks, farms, heritage sites, waterfalls and scenic lookouts from the comfort of our own 4WD vehicle. Meet the locals and discover places only they know about. This tour can be tailor-made to your interests including a visit to an animal orphanage, a leisurely walk in the Tasmania wilderness, pancakes by the ponds, or an exhilarating jet boat ride. Lunch and morning tea included but not all entry costs. Chat to our friendly staff to create your own itenary!

Cost:
1 person $400
2 people $200
3 people $150
4 people $120

Highland Cow Feeding

The cows are not a fierce as they look and will eat from your hand, but take care with those horns. You can buy cownuts from reception and if you shake the bag at the cows they will understand you are a friend. If you’re a bit nervous (understandably) then ask at reception and one of the brave staff will come with you.

You can always stand on the other side of the fence..and be safe but still able to have that up close and personal feel. Please see reception for cattle feeding times.

Don’t forget your camera!

Hydro Village History and Culture Tour

Learn about the Hydro Electricity Scheme that shaped so much of the Highlands.

Stroll though giant trees and rainforest before having morning or afternoon tea at the Power Falls.

Visit a hidden lake and spot platypus and other wildlife.

The journey starts with a short drive in the Guide’s vehicle.

Duration 1 hour

Introduction to Fly Fishing

A three and a half hour introduction to fly tying, fish behaviour, entomology, stream craft and casting. Learn how not to get yourself tied up in knots and at least look good whilst chasing something with a brain the size of a pea. Be warned – this sport is highly addictive and the fish often win.

Duration: 1/2 day
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
1 person $260
2 people $150 each
3 people $100 each
4 (max) $75 each

Paddle your own Canadian Canoe

There are 3 two-man canoes on Bradys Lake which is a short 20 minute drive from Tarraleah. Paddle though the canals linking the Bradys Lake chain.

Price: $20 per hour, per canoe.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Secret Lake Kayaking Tour

Escorted by a professional guide you are driven to a serene highland lake where a leisurely paddle in our super-stable kayaks takes you past outstanding Tasmanian scenery. Your guide will help you spot native birds and wildlife along the way. No experience required. Bring the camera! Includes refreshments.

Duration: 3 hours, Maximum 4 people
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
1 person $150
2 people $75 each
3 people $70 each
4 people $60 each

Spa & Massage

Leave your worries behind with a relaxing massage at our beautiful spa centre perched on the cliff. Relax in one of the 2 hot tubs and gaze over the 70 km mountain escarpment back to Hobart. Get hot and sweaty the easy way in the sauna or workout in the fully equipped gym with a view to remember!

Massage and Beauty Treatment
There are two luxuriously appointed massage rooms with magnificent views. We can organise massage and beauty treatments for you. Booking is essential so call into reception to discuss what you'd like. You could spend the whole day there! Gym, sauna, hot tub, massage! Be taken away to your ultimate place of relaxation where nothing in the world can worry you. Melt away any tension in tired aching muscles. Exclusive to Tarraleah, the Bliss Stone Treatment will leave you feeling replenished and relaxed.

Booking though reception is essential

Download the latest Spa & Massage Menu

Tarraleah Golf Course

Tarraleah Golf Course is the highest in Tasmania and surely one of the most beautiful in the state. The course was constructed in the 1950s by Hydro Tasmania to provide entertainment for the original residents in the town. The parkland course was placed with European and native trees, many of which are now mature and add majesty to the course. The very pretty course with watered greens offers some challenges and the swaying waterlillies may sometimes be distracting. The course is a Par 65 with yardage of 5900. Full sets of new quality clubs together with trolleys are available at Adventure Tarraleah. Balls, tees, hats and sunscreen are available for purchase.

Tasmanian Wine Tasting

Here is a great way to try some of Tasmania's most awarded wines. Contrast three Tasmanian wines, hear about how and where they are made, and find out why Tasmanian wines are taking the world by storm. Meet us in the evening for a chat and to taste the wines. Cheese and biscuits included.

Price per person $35 min 2 persons

The Eagle Track

Enjoy some stunning views as you walk along the escarpment. Not called the Eagle track for nothing. you have a good opportunity of seeing the wedge tailed eagles and white bellied sea eagles soar above you. The eagles nest nearby and you may see some exceptional aerobatics or witness the new family learning to fly. The track takes you through the bush and there are some ups and downs but suitable for the averagely fit. Trip takes approximately 1 hour. The track links onto the Quoll track, giving you the opportunity for a 2 hour walk.

Directions Walk through the village and past house 18. Keep walking for about 70 metres and you will see the sign on your right pointing downhill. Follow the signs from here.

The Moonlight Monster Tour

Ultimate in DIY tours. Hire our specialised animal spotting equipment and take yourselves out around th estate to spot the nightlife. See quolls, wallabies, pademelons, wombats and possums all using a light that does not damage the animals' eyes or vision. You will need to wait till it gets fully dark. Hire the equipment from reception before 5.30pm.

Equipment hire $25

The Power Falls Walk

This walk is a guided walk involving a 5 minute drive. It is a fascinating walk led by Tarraleah guides that encompasses both heritage and wildlife. Highly recommeded but please call reception to arrange booking. Minimum 2 people, maximum 6 people and a charge is made.

The trip includes:

• History of the village
• How the Hydro Electricity system works
• A walk through the tall trees
• A manfern walk
• Morning tea by the power falls
• Wildlife spotting opportunities

Cost: 2 people $45 each, 3 -6 people $35 each.

The Quoll Walk

A gentle walk through the beautiful temperate forest. Warm in winter and cool in the summer it is abundant with wildlife and cool climate rainforest plants. At dawn or dusk you might see wallabies and wombats and encounter many of the native marsupials going about their business. There are Tasmanian Devils in this forest and some good chances of seeing them at night. The Quoll walk is a round trip that takes approximately 1 hour.

Directions: Walk through the caravan site, up past the deer enclosure. Then turn right onto the Highland Drive road and walk for 200 metres or so until you see the sign to the Quoll track. Follow the signs from here. For a longer walk the Quoll track joins onto the Eagle track.

The Tarraleah Falls Walk

Cross the pipes and take a 25 minutes walk though the bush to the Tarraleah Falls. This is a walk with a destination and you will arrive at the cantilever platform overlooking the falls. It’s a 100 foot drop below!

Sadly there was a bush fire in 2007 and the walk isn’t as glorious as it once was. However its interesting to see the vegetation recovery and the destination is well worth the walk.

The Three Lakes Adventure

The number one full day choice for our slightly more adventurous guests. In the morning experience the thrill of Tasmanian highland mountain biking with a professional guide, followed by a gentle paddle in our super stable kayaks through outstanding Tasmanian scenery. In the afternoon there is an outstanding downhill run back on the mountain bikes and then a lift home in the Estate four wheel drive. No experience is required and everything is provided but please remember to bring the camera to record your wilderness experience. Lunch and morning tea included.

Duration : all day - includes morning tea and lunch. Maximum 4 people.
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
2 people $250 each
3 people $190 each
4 people $165 each

The Village Walk

The estate extends to over 300 acres but you may feel initially satisfied to take yourself on a walk around the village. A brief guide and map (located in this folder) explain some of the history to the area. Great introduction to your stay.

Troll for fish with Captain Kim

A more leisurely approach to fishing for those who want a taste of fishing and a gentle boat ride too.

Come aboard the Captains roomy pontoon boat on Brady's Lake and try your hand at Trolling for trout as you cruise the lake. Try using soft plastics as bait or even a worm when the conditions are right.

Duration is 2 hours plus 20 minute drive to Bradys lake. Maximum 3 people.
ADVANCED BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Cost:
2 persons $70
3 persons $65

Weather Recording

Tarraleah is an official weather recording station for the Bureau of Meteorology. Join the Tarraleah staff member at the precise time to witness this daily ritual.

Please see the activities schedule in Reception.