Accessibility, Facilities & Visitor Information

12 Aug

Is The Truffle Farm (Tasmania) accessible?

The Truffle Farm (Tasmania) welcomes visitors of all abilities and is committed to providing an inclusive visitor experience.

The business holds ATEC Accessible & Inclusive Host Accreditation.

As the property is a working farm, some areas include natural terrain, uneven ground and seasonal conditions that may affect accessibility.

Visitors with specific accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact the farm before booking so the most suitable experience can be discussed.

Is there walking involved?

Yes.

Most guided tours include walking through the truffle plantation.

Walking distances vary depending on the experience and seasonal conditions.

The plantation is a working farm with natural surfaces that may be uneven, soft or slippery following wet weather.

Visitors should wear comfortable enclosed footwear suitable for outdoor conditions.

What should I wear?

Visitors should dress for the weather and the season.

Recommended clothing includes:

Comfortable enclosed footwear.
Weather-appropriate clothing.
A waterproof jacket if rain is forecast.
A hat and sunscreen during warmer months.

Tours operate in most weather conditions.

Can I visit if it is raining?

Yes.

Guided tours continue in most weather conditions.

The experience includes both outdoor and sheltered components.

Weather is part of the experience of visiting a working farm, and guests are encouraged to dress appropriately.

Can I take photographs?

Yes.

Photography for personal use is encouraged.

Popular photography opportunities include:

Truffle hunting with the dogs.
Doug the Big Truffle Dog.
The visitor gardens.
Seasonal truffles.
The plantation.
Farmgate Shop.

Visitors are asked to be considerate of other guests during guided tours.

Commercial photography, filming or media visits should be arranged in advance.

Are toilet and bathroom facilities available?

Yes.

Bathroom facilities are available for Farmgate Shop visitors and guided tour guests.

Is parking available?

Yes.

Free on-site parking is available.

The property accommodates:

Cars.
Motorcycles.
Coaches.
Motorhomes.
Campervans.
Caravans.

Large vehicles should follow any on-site directions provided by staff.

Can motorhomes and caravans visit?

Yes.

Motorhomes and caravans are welcome to visit during Farmgate Shop opening hours and for booked guided experiences.

Parking is available on-site.

Are coach groups welcome?

Yes.

The Truffle Farm (Tasmania) regularly welcomes organised coach groups.

Coach parking is available.

Group bookings should be arranged in advance.

Can I bring my dog?

Only assistance dogs are permitted.

As The Truffle Farm (Tasmania) is a working farm with trained truffle dogs, visiting pets are not permitted on tour or in the truffle plantation.

This helps protect the biosecurity of the plantation, the wellbeing of the working dogs, the farm environment and the visitor experience.

Dogs are welcome to visit the Farmgate shop surrounds on lead only.

Is smoking or vaping permitted?

Smoking and vaping are not permitted on tour or in the Farmgate shop vicinity.

Visitors should follow staff directions and dispose of smoking materials responsibly due to the rural environment and fire risk. Consideration for other guests is paramount.

Is The Truffle Farm (Tasmania) a working farm?

Yes.

The Truffle Farm (Tasmania) is a genuine commercial truffle farm.

Visitors are asked to follow instructions provided by their guide and remain with the group during guided experiences.

Some areas of the property are not accessible to visitors for operational and safety reasons.

Biosecurity

Biosecurity is important to protecting the health of the truffle plantation.

Visitors may be asked to follow simple biosecurity measures during their visit.

These may include remaining on designated paths, wearing of disposable booties over footwear, or following instructions provided by staff.

Good to Know

Every visit takes place on a genuine commercial farm.

Weather, seasonal conditions and normal farming operations all contribute to making each visit unique.

The experience has been designed to provide visitors with an authentic insight into commercial truffle production while maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment.