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These are not the “tourist” caves. The maximum ratio
is 6 to a guide, max 8 in a tour (10 for special
interest groups*). Your specialist guides work under
Tasmanian licence and accreditation requirements.
The service commenced in
1989 to provide professional cave experiences
delivered by experienced caving club people.
Bushwalking, fishing, quiet camping and many
accommodation options are available locally.
* Ask about our specially designed trips for groups.
The Activity
Each trip is different, because the style is
tailored for you. Choose from easy, walking passages
to squeezy passages. The grade may be easy up to
moderate, but does not include vertical ropes#.
The caves are undeveloped (natural) caves of the
Mole Creek Karst National Park. Options include
photography, music/voice, glow-worms, a peaceful
underground wilderness experience, environmental
interpretation, fossils, fauna, speleo-skills,
adventure/challenges or wet/muddy fun (ASF Minimal
Impact Code compliant).
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For group bookings, a professional, accredited
abseiling specialist is available, extending
the experience with the vertical option (extra
cost). Please ask.
Special interest
group briefing for combined caving and abseiling
adventure. Note that abseiling is arranged for
group trips specially on request for extra cost
TOUR
DETAILS
We meet and depart from:
Opposite
James General Store, on the main street of Mole Creek at
9:30am (in your own vehicle). The normal tour finishes approximately
1:30pm.
Mole Creek is about 1 hour's drive via Deloraine
(turning off Highway A1) from Devonport or
Launceston, or about 1 hr 40 mins from Cradle
Mt. Allow more time for safe driving in poorer
weather.
Inclusions:
Guide/s, all caving equipment, overalls, helmets and lights hire, environmental interpretation, photography advice, morning tea or lunch (as applicable).
You bring:
Shorts and thermal-rated underwear, fleecy or
woollen jumper to wear under your overalls in case
of cold weather at any time of the year. Do not
wear jeans or track-daks into the caves.
Boots as for bushwalking (be prepared for slippery,
uneven ground; you may get muddy/wet). Bring a
raincoat in case and a change of footwear and spare
top and jumper. Have a dry set of clothes in the
car. Cameras are welcome!
Please note
- Talk to your guide/s if you have any doubt about
your ability to cope with
the activity for any reason at all.
- Minor disabilities may not be a problem, but
please ask.
- “Contract- Acknowledgement of Risks” and “Medical
Disclosure” are to be
completed before caving, for your safety. Safety is everyone’s
responsibility.
Medical details at hand will assist emergency personnel to help you
in the
unlikely event of a medical or accident emergency.
- Second time trips may involve a more advanced
experience.
Ask questions if unsure.
- Please tell us of any special dietary requirements.
- Please advise us if you have strong motives or particular interests;
e.g. photography, nature, adventure or taking it easy.
IN
CASE OF EXTREME WEATHER please check
by phone at 8am on tour day.
Please advise ASAP if you need to cancel or change
your booking
(Cancellation Policy available)
*Phone or Fax Debbie (03) 63678142
Please
print this page prior to coming on the
tour.
Licenced by Tas. Govt. for Commercial Visitor
Services
Accredited by Tourism
Industry Council Tasmania
www.wildcavetours.com
Owner-operator Deb Hunter B.Env.Sc.(Hons)
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