Explorers Lodge

' Tasmania Autumn Festival - unquestionably cool' Welcome to the Tasmanian Autumn Festival, a celebration of the season’s beauty and bounty in the Derwent Valley and Central Highlands. Join us in April for a month of events, activities, and experiences that showcase the region’s rich history, culture, and natural wonders. The Tasmanian Autumn Festival is more than just a festival. It’s an invitation to explore the stunning landscapes of Tasmania, where you can see the vibrant foliage, fungi, and fruits that adorn the forests, fields, and gardens. It’s an opportunity to taste the local produce, wine, and art that reflect the diversity and creativity of the community. It’s a chance to discover the stories, traditions, and heritage that make this region unique and unforgettable. Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation, or inspiration, the Tasmanian Autumn Festival has something for everyone. You can also join guided tours, workshops, exhibitions, and self drive routes that will enrich your knowledge and appreciation of the region. Don’t miss this chance to experience the Tasmanian Autumn Festival, unquestionably cool. We look forward to sharing the delights of Autumn with you all.

The New Norfolk swimming pool is ideally located adjacent to the Derwent River with the open space and ambience of the Esplanade parkland. A shared walking and cycling track lead to the award-winning Tynwald Park via the wetland and clifftop walk. At a length of 50 metres, this six-lane pool can be used for various styles of training, or simply to cool off in the warmer months. The pool offers many facilities including a guaranteed water temperature of at least 26 degrees celsius. Other facilities for visitors to enjoy include an outdoor seating and grassed area, lap lanes, sunshade over the wading/toddlers pool, modern starting blocks and time clock, pool toys, toilets, change rooms with hot showers, locker hire, kiosk, free gas BBQ and picnic area and plenty of off-street parking. Alternatively, there are electric BBQ areas located nearby on The New Norfolk Esplanade.

Derwent Valley SUP offers standup paddleboarding on the Derwent River in New Norfolk. SUPing along the calm waters watching the birds and wildlife and keeping an eye out for the elusive platypus makes for an amazing experience for new paddlers to more experienced Paddlers. Spending 10-15min on the banks of the river learning the basic skills required to SUP safely and then spending 45min on the river putting your new skills to work.