A paved path with railings leads to a stone observation building on a mountain in the Huon Valley, overlooking water and islands at sunset under a partly cloudy sky.
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Huon Valley Food & Cider Safari

from A$2260
8 hours

A private Huon Valley food and cider day from Hobart, with the summit of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, a cider paddle and apple pie at Willie Smith's, honey, sheep's cheese and whey spirits at Grandvewe, free time in Cygnet and lunch with cider at Pagan Cider. Hotel pick up at 8am, back around 4pm.

  • A paved path with railings leads to a stone observation building on a mountain in the Huon Valley, overlooking water and islands at sunset under a partly cloudy sky.
  • A woman stands holding a glass platter, smiling at a seated man at a table set with wine bottles, glasses, and food on a covered patio with a scenic view—a perfect moment to savour the flavours of the Huon Valley on this Food Safari.
  • Person sitting at a table by a window, enjoying a pudding from a plate, with four glasses of orange juice and a small vase of flowers nearby—capturing the relaxed charm of a Huon Valley Food Safari.
  • A small table with a plate of cheese, a round biscuit, a knife, and a covered cake in the background evokes the flavours of a Huon Valley food safari; cheeses are partially covered by glass domes and would pair perfectly with local cider.
  • A woman and man sit at a table with several empty wine glasses, smiling and looking at each other in a relaxed, indoor setting—perhaps reminiscing about their recent Food Safari through the scenic Huon Valley.
  • A hand drizzles honey from a dipper into an open jar labelled Leatherwood on a wooden table, with a bee-themed soft toy in the background—a sweet scene reminiscent of Food Safari adventures in the Huon Valley.
  • A woman stands behind a bar, smiling, with a glass of yellow beverage labelled Willie Smiths on the counter in front of her—a perfect scene from a Cider Safari through the Huon Valley. Shelves of bottles are visible in the background.
  • Two people stand by a wire gate in the Huon Valley, looking out over a grassy field with trees and water in the distance under an overcast sky—a tranquil moment that hints at the adventures of a Food Safari or Cider Safari waiting to unfold.
  • A bottle of Pagan Cider and four glasses with differently coloured ciders are on a wooden table; the scene evokes a true Cider Safari in the heart of the Huon Valley, while a person stands blurred in the background.
  • A person arranges bottles labelled vodka, gin, and peat on a table beside four empty glasses and a wooden board, setting the stage for a tasting experience inspired by the spirit of a Cider Safari through the Huon Valley.
  • A person in a blue shirt holds a wooden platter with assorted cheeses, olives, spreads, and edible flowers—capturing the essence of a Huon Valley Food Safari.
  • A group of ducks swim on a calm river in the Huon Valley, with trees and houses visible on the riverbank in the background—a tranquil scene that could be discovered during a Food Safari or Cider Safari through this picturesque region.
  • A paved path with railings leads to a stone observation building on a mountain in the Huon Valley, overlooking water and islands at sunset under a partly cloudy sky.
  • A woman stands holding a glass platter, smiling at a seated man at a table set with wine bottles, glasses, and food on a covered patio with a scenic view—a perfect moment to savour the flavours of the Huon Valley on this Food Safari.
  • Person sitting at a table by a window, enjoying a pudding from a plate, with four glasses of orange juice and a small vase of flowers nearby—capturing the relaxed charm of a Huon Valley Food Safari.
  • A small table with a plate of cheese, a round biscuit, a knife, and a covered cake in the background evokes the flavours of a Huon Valley food safari; cheeses are partially covered by glass domes and would pair perfectly with local cider.
  • A woman and man sit at a table with several empty wine glasses, smiling and looking at each other in a relaxed, indoor setting—perhaps reminiscing about their recent Food Safari through the scenic Huon Valley.
  • A hand drizzles honey from a dipper into an open jar labelled Leatherwood on a wooden table, with a bee-themed soft toy in the background—a sweet scene reminiscent of Food Safari adventures in the Huon Valley.
  • A woman stands behind a bar, smiling, with a glass of yellow beverage labelled Willie Smiths on the counter in front of her—a perfect scene from a Cider Safari through the Huon Valley. Shelves of bottles are visible in the background.
  • Two people stand by a wire gate in the Huon Valley, looking out over a grassy field with trees and water in the distance under an overcast sky—a tranquil moment that hints at the adventures of a Food Safari or Cider Safari waiting to unfold.
  • A bottle of Pagan Cider and four glasses with differently coloured ciders are on a wooden table; the scene evokes a true Cider Safari in the heart of the Huon Valley, while a person stands blurred in the background.
  • A person arranges bottles labelled vodka, gin, and peat on a table beside four empty glasses and a wooden board, setting the stage for a tasting experience inspired by the spirit of a Cider Safari through the Huon Valley.
  • A person in a blue shirt holds a wooden platter with assorted cheeses, olives, spreads, and edible flowers—capturing the essence of a Huon Valley Food Safari.
  • A group of ducks swim on a calm river in the Huon Valley, with trees and houses visible on the riverbank in the background—a tranquil scene that could be discovered during a Food Safari or Cider Safari through this picturesque region.

Quick read before you book.

  • A private day with your own local guide
  • Summit views from kunanyi/Mount Wellington
  • Gin and vodka distilled from sheep's whey
  • Lunch among the orchards at Pagan Cider
  • The D'Entrecasteaux Channel on the drive home

What’s included

  • Private local guide with commentary throughout
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in Hobart
  • Visit to the summit of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, weather permitting
  • Organic cider tasting paddle and apple pie at Willie Smith's Apple Shed
  • Tastings at The Honey Pot
  • Cheese, gin and vodka tastings at Grandvewe Cheese and Hartshorn Distillery
  • Lunch and cider tastings at Pagan Cider
  • Free time in Cygnet and a riverside stop in Huonville
  • All tastings, food and entry fees

Commonly asked questions.

Hotel pick up and drop off in Hobart are included, with the tour departing at 8:00am. Your pick up details are confirmed with your booking.

You'll return to Hobart at around 4:00pm, after a riverside stop in Huonville and a drive along the D'Entrecasteaux Channel.

All tastings are included: an organic cider paddle and apple pie at Willie Smith's, honey at The Honey Pot, cheese, gin and vodka at Grandvewe and Hartshorn Distillery, and cider with lunch at Pagan Cider.

The summit visit is weather dependent, so your guide will only drive up if it's safe. If you'd like more time up there, the Mt Wellington morning escorted tour is dedicated to the mountain.

Private tours need at least 72 hours notice for a refund. If the operator cancels because of severe weather, you'll receive a full refund.

The team does its best to cater for dietary needs and food allergies, so tell them when you book.

Families can book, but cider and spirit tastings are only for guests aged 18 and over. Talk to the team when booking about what suits younger travellers.

The valley is worth a visit in every season, and conditions on the mountain change quickly. Our guide to when to visit Tasmania covers what each season brings.

Bring comfortable shoes, a warm layer and a rain jacket for the mountain, plus a water bottle and camera. There's only room for a small day bag on board.

Read more? Here’s the full description.

The Huon Valley is where Tasmania's apple industry grew up, and this private food and cider day from Hobart lets you taste what it's become. Your guide collects you from your hotel at 8am and heads first for the summit of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, weather permitting, for views over Hobart and the River Derwent before you drop down through the forest into the valley. The day is built around producers rather than tourist stops. You'll try an organic cider tasting paddle and apple pie at Willie Smith's Apple Shed, honey at The Honey Pot, and sheep's milk cheese alongside gin and vodka distilled from whey at Grandvewe Cheese and Hartshorn Distillery. There's free time in Cygnet to wander its cafés and shops, then a locally prepared lunch with cider tastings among the orchards at Pagan Cider. The drive home follows the D'Entrecasteaux Channel with a riverside stop in Huonville, and you're back in Hobart around 4pm. Love a food day out? The Bruny Island food and lighthouse day tour is just across the channel, and our guide to things to do in Hobart fills in the rest of your stay. All tastings, food and entry fees are included. Check availability for your dates.

Additional info by the operator.

Times: Departs Hobart at 8:00am with hotel pick up, returning at around 4:00pm. Weather: The drive to the summit of kunanyi/Mount Wellington depends on safe conditions on the day. Tours run in most weather. Tastings: Cider and spirit tastings are for guests aged 18 and over. Let the team know about dietary needs or allergies when you book. What to bring:
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • A warm layer and rain jacket, as the mountain can be cold
  • Water bottle and camera
  • A small day bag only