Ride with the heritage Listed Southern-most railway
Through the most pristine southern-most Tasmania bush, where peaceful lake Lune River waterway meet the ocean, and you meet the true nature, wildness, and iconic railway in history, the 2 hours journey from the Ida Bay Station, to the Elliott’s Beach next to the Recherche Bay.
Rail Bike - Pedal & Battery Powered
The first and the only Pedal & battery powered rail bike in Australia is available to take bookings from 1st Sep 2019. Come to experience the pristine of forestry, natural wild life and beach in the Southern-Most of Tasmania, as well as to learn the 100 years history of quarry culture in the Ida Bay area of Huon Valley.
Legend of rail car 7
The moment you board this little train "Rail Car 7" restored in 2005 – 2009 and hear the presentation about it, you will feel so special of having the chance to learn this history of the Ida Bay and the township here, including the people, culture, and the past quarry life.
TOUR PROGRAMS
Ride, ON THE HERITAGE LISTED LAST OPERATING BUSH TRAMWAY IN THE STATE RESERVE OF IDA BAY
Relive the historical WWII locomotives from the year of 1919 to facilitate the transportation of Limestone from the quarry west of Lune River to a jetty at Ida Bay, and embrace the heritage listed journey from the beloved last generation.
Feel, ALONG THE WATER EDGE WITH WILDNESS OF NATURE TO THE VERY PRIVATE PRISTINE WHITE GOLDEN BEACH
Never than before to enjoy the beautiful leafy forest, the most colorful birds, unique animals, and lung washing fresh air.
Rest, ENJOY THE MOMENT OF HARMONY & BALANCE FOR LIFE
Sit on the edge of viewing platform: watch yachts parked floating in the clear blue sea water; listen to the mixture sound of sea breeze, light wave gently touching the rocks, and sea birds peacefully flying over the white golden beach.
Where we are:
Directions:
From Hobart head south along the Southern Outlet (A6) for 10km. Take the exit at the Kingston Bypass, and go around the roundabout to continue through Huonville on the Huon Highway for 70km to Hastings Caves Road (C635). Continue on Lune River Road afer about 2km, cross the railway line, the Ida Bay Railway station is just on your right.
