TRIP NOTES (also available at the booking page)
“A totally different perspective on life- magnetic. Another million trips would be great!” Nicole Rankin, Brisbane, Australia (extract from Visitors’ Book)
“Excellent- not just a tour of a bunch of holes. A real introduction to the techniques and principles of caving.” Eric Gunther, New York, USA.
Forget the crowds and concrete paths. If you’re 14 years or over1, then this is the sensible way to discover Tasmania’s natural or “wild” caves. These are not the usual “tourist” caves. The maximum ratio is 6 to a guide, max 12 in a tour2. Your specialist guides work under Tasmanian license and Ecotourism accreditation requirements. We are caving club leaders, providing professional caving trips for visitors since 1989. Bushwalking, fishing, camping and many accommodation options: < molecreek.info >
1 Discuss with the operator if your <14 child can join the tour, or choose a Family-Friendly Tour.
2 Ask about our specially designed trips for larger groups: includes abseiling option.
The activities:
Half or full day caving adventures in the Mole Creek Karst National Park and World Heritage Area, featuring Aboriginal culture, environmental interpretation and cave scenery. Each trip is different and tailored for you, graded easy to moderate. Technical rope-work is not normally included3. Options include photography, glow-worms, a peaceful wilderness experience, music/voice, fossils, endemic fauna, speleo-skills and adventure/challenges (Minimal Impact Caving Code compliant).
3 For group bookings, a professional, accredited abseiling specialist is available, extending the experience with the vertical option (extra cost). Spectacular, spacious 24 m abseil into cave. Please ask.
Inclusions:
Guide/s, overalls, helmets & lights, gumboots, lunch and/or morning/afternoon tea if applicable. Be sure to advise your dietary requirements (allergies, DF, GF, vegetarian, vegan etc.).
You bring:
Your own transport to Mole Creek (it’s a short trip to the caves from there). Personal water bottle, shorts and/or thermal-rated underwear (no jeans or track-daks) and a fleecy at any time of the year. Bushwalking boots (optional), raincoat, change of clothes, socks & footwear. Small cameras & musical instruments are welcome! Want to bring your DSLR? OK, choose a Photography tour.
We meet:
The Memorial Hall (opposite the supermarket, ‘James General Store’), Pioneer Drive, Mole Creek (unless we make other arrangements). Driving time: 1 hr ex Launceston (take Hwy 1 towards Burnie) or ex Devonport (via Deloraine); 1 hr 20 minutes ex Cradle Mtn (allow more time in poor weather). Starting time (unless we make other arrangements) 8.30 am (9.00 winter), finishing 12.30 (1.00) or 4.30 (5.00).
Please note:
-Call before booking if you have any doubt about your ability to cope with the activities.
-Minor disabilities may not be a problem, but please ask. Access tourism is available on request.
-Please complete Contract- Acknowledgement of Risks” and “Medical Disclosure” before caving, for your own safety. Medical details will assist emergency personnel to help you the unlikely event of a medical or accident emergency.
-Please do not wear strong perfumes in the caves!
-Second time and full day trips may involve a more advanced experience. Ask questions if unsure.
NATIONAL PARK FEES APPLY. Enquiries: http://www.parks.tas.gov.au/
*IN CASE OF EXTREME WEATHER please check by phone before 8 am on tour day.
Please advise ASAP to cancel or change tour (Cancellation & Covid Policies: see website booking info).
Phone Deb (03) 63678142. Mobile (limited signal): 0403 293549 if running late.