Alum Cliffs Packrafting

Tour

Operated by Cradle Mountain Canyons

A group of packrafters makes their way through a gorge in Tasmania

Packrafters paddle through a gorge with morning sun in the trees

A packrafter reclines, asleep while floating down a river in Tasmania

Swimming in a river on a guided packrafting tour in Tasmania

A packrafter paddles down rapids in Tasmania

A tent set up in a stunning gorge campsite on a packrafting trip

Three days of paddling through fun rapids and some of the most spectacular campsites you will ever come across. The packrafts we use are stable and easy to paddle, meaning no previous experience is required - just a good level of fitness, ability to swim and a sense of adventure. This is an immersive wilderness experience through a stunning gorge that few get to see. We usually see platypus every day of the tour.

136 York St, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250

Does not cater for people with access needs.

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