Swan River Sanctuary

A fun, relaxed and informative guided behind-the-scenes bus journey around the region, with stops at local producers including: Tasman Sea Salt Melshell Oysters The Splendid Gin Gala Wines The Odyssey involves expert-led activities such as a Bush Foods Talk and an opportunity to watch a local Sheep Shear - up close and personal. Guests will indulge in samples of local produce as they are transported by the magical storytelling from their host and guides.

Milton Vineyard was first farmed in 1826 initially for fine Tasmanian wool but is now producing fine cool climate wines. We are lucky to be located on the dry, sunny east coast of Tasmania. The grapes are grown on free draining red loam soil liberally sprinkled with dolerite rocks. Our vineyard has a unique micro-climate that suits the ancient grape Pinot Noir. Also in our 20 hectare vineyard are plantings of the aromatics Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Gewurztraminer. Our focus is on producing small quantities of handmade wine. Close attention is paid to every detail in the vineyard and the wines represent this exacting work. We are open year round for tastings and our lunchtime restaurant is open seasonally please check for details. 100 % Grown, made and bottled in Tasmania.

Spring Vale Vineyard is a small, family-owned winery at Cranbrook, on Tasmania's East Coast. Cranbrook is a 15-minute drive north of Swansea (10 km) and a forty-five-minute drive from the Freycinet National Park (50 km). First planted in 1986, the 32 hectare vineyard produces Pinot Noir, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Sparkling wines. Spring Vale is known for its intense varietal wines, which reflect the ideal growing conditions of the East Coast. The Freycinet region is renowned for having the greatest hours of sunlight in Tasmania, a contributing factor in the intensity and structure of Spring Vale wines. All vineyard operations are carried out by hand, and wines are made on-site. The winery is owned and operated by the Lyne family. Built in 1842, the original Spring Vale homestead is one of the oldest properties on the East Coast and has been in the Lyne family since 1875. You can taste Spring Vale's range of fine wines at the cellar door and sales room, located in the original convict-built stables.