Come on Safari with us… the Tasmanian way
The safari is your luxury all inclusive stay and adventure tour. You will be immersed in the wonders of the river, its endemic animals and birdlife, regaled with first nations story telling, learn about sustainable agriculture, cold plunge after warming the soul in our woodfired sauna and dine on the finest produce and wines the farm and region has to offer.
Your Safari Guide
Your host will be Mat Routley, owner of the Swan River Sanctuary and native Tasmanian. The Sanctuary brings together his passions, moulded from extensive travel including living and observing nature in Africa to observing traditional, regenerative and sustainable farming methods in India.
He will quietly walk, float, observe and listen with you to bring to life the inside story of the land and river that is the back drop to the stunning setting of Swan River Sanctuary.
A great conversationalist, he has been educated, raised a family, been in business, developed cultural events, played sport and recreated in Tasmania over a lifetime and is a wealth of knowledge on all things involving the Apple Isle, all of which he is glad to share.
Safari Testimonial
“We had unforgettable safari experience which includes a variety of activities both on the farm and on the beautiful river, highly recommended! Matthew was such a great host with lots of knowledge and we really enjoyed our time with him. The food was also amazing! A very lovely stay and we all look forward to going back sometime soon!”
Jeffrey (Melbourne)
Activities included in your Safari are
A cultural and birdwatching tour down the Swan River by boat into the Moulting Lagoon conservation area.
The river is a highway for birds and the lagoon holds one of the richest diversities of birdlife in Tasmania. Species such as black swan, pied cormorant, grey cranes, white bellied sea eagles, wedge tailed eagles, egrets, black cockatoos, swamp harriers are common.
The sanctuary sits on a significant site in Oyster Bay tribe territory. Indigenous mythology and story telling flows as we float down the river.
Safari Activities
Unlimited use of our woodfired sauna and river plunging.
Paddling up stream by canoe or paddle board and drift under the canopy of the remanent melaleuca forest and learn about the indigenous girl god, Renella.
Trying your luck at catching a black bream in this world class fishery.
A tour of the regenerative cattle farm. Help move the herd which is farmed using the same principle of animals grazing on the great plain of Africa.
The Finest Fare
Our inhouse chef will prepare the menu. Ingredients are all sourced locally such as seasonable vegetables, wild duck or oysters from one of the farms further down the Swan River.
We often roast beef from the farm on our open fire.
Many of our guest have specific dietary requirements that we love to cater for including vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan and gluten free. We even do a juice cleanse as a wellness experience.
Dining will include all meals and non alcoholic drinks during your stay.
*Note: local wines, beers and whisky provide from a menu at cost.
Booking Info
The safari is a two night full board package. Guests arrive at 3pm on day 1 and depart at 10am on day 3.
The safari is only available to guests staying in the lodge.
Inclusion are
All meals and soft drinks for duration of stay
Birdwatching and cultural tour by boat on the Swan River
Tour of regenerative cattle farm
Unlimited use of woodfired sauna
Other amenities including canoes and fishing rods
Our safari is perfect for couples or groups up to 5.
For more information or to book a safari please enquire by emailing us here.
