Join expert handlers and their dogs on a hands-on truffle hunt in Red Hill, then shave your prize over a wood-fired pizza. This 3-hour farm experience blends low-impact foraging with a regional tasting that highlights Mornington Peninsula terroir.
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You step off the van into an orchard-scented morning on the Mornington Peninsula, the soil damp and dark beneath gum trees that seem to lean in, curious. A handler calls softly; a truffle dog threads between trunks and freezes, nose down — the earth gives up its secret with a small, ecstatic scuffle. This is the rhythm of the Red Hill truffle hunt: quiet tracking, sudden discovery, then the slow ceremony of shaving a black truffle over steaming wood-fired dough.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with a moderate level of mobility; involves short walks, bending, and light digging.
Wildlife
History
The farm began commercial truffle cultivation over 20 years ago, transforming family orchard land into one of the Mornington Peninsula’s first truffières.
Conservation
Operators often practice low-impact foraging and soil management to protect mycorrhizal networks; stay on paths and follow guide instructions to minimize disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Truffle Hunt and Truffle Pizza Experience in Red Hill today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes
Trails through the truffière are uneven and may be muddy; good shoes improve footing while you dig carefully.
Bring a weatherproof layer
Coastal mornings can be cool and windy even in summer—pack a light rain shell just in case.
Tell the operator about allergies or dietary needs
Tastings and pizza use dairy and nuts at times; disclose restrictions before arrival to ensure suitable options.
Mind the dogs and handlers
Stay still and follow guide instructions around the truffle dogs to keep the hunt calm and productive.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Provide grip and protection on uneven, sometimes muddy ground.
Light rain jacket or wind shell
Shields you from coastal wind and sudden showers common on the Peninsula.
spring
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects against strong midday sun during outdoor tasting and picnics.
summer
Phone or compact camera
Capture the hunt and the moment you shave fresh truffle over your pizza.