Join a unique two-night truffle hunting experience at The Truffledore, where you’ll learn to train dogs to find these prized fungi and enjoy a gourmet dinner crafted from your harvest. A perfect mix of outdoor activity and culinary delight!
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (overnight experience)
Fitness Level
Participants should be in average physical condition, able to hike on uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
The region has a long tradition of truffle hunting, dating back several generations, rooted in local culinary culture.
Conservation
The farm practices sustainable foraging and habitat management to ensure the health of the forest for future generations.
The Truffledore
Join a unique two-night truffle hunting experience at The Truffledore, where you’ll learn to train dogs to find these prized fungi and enjoy a gourmet dinner crafted from your harvest. A perfect mix of outdoor activity and culinary delight!
The Truffledore is a boutique truffle farm and experiential venue located in Lower Barrington, Tasmania. It offers hands‑on truffle experiences led by experienced hosts and trained scent dogs. Guests can join a guided truffle hunt to locate and unearth seasonal black winter truffles, then enjoy a farmhouse four‑course truffle feast paired with local wines in a cozy setting.
Truffledore also operates an immersive two‑night experience that teaches visitors to work with truffle dogs, participate in real hunts, and prepare a gourmet truffle dinner under expert guidance. The farm hosts an annual End of Truffle Season Feast — a long table degustation banquet beneath oak trees featuring guest chefs and wine pairings — and a festive Christmas High Tea with a selection of sweet and savory holiday treats beside the property’s decorated tree.
Owners Timo and Ina run the farm and provide personalized attention during stays and events. Ina works with the trained dogs during hunts, and both hosts engage directly with guests during meals and workshops. The Truffledore focuses on authentic, small‑group experiences that combine food education, rural hospitality, and the sensory thrill of finding premium Tasmanian black truffles.
Visitors book specific events or multi‑night stays to participate in truffle hunting, culinary demonstrations, and communal dining, all set within the farm’s rural Lower Barrington landscape.
Location
Lower Barrington, TAS
Rural truffle farm setting
Farm Owners
Timo & Ina
Personalized farm-hosted experiences
Tours Offered
4 experiences
Hunts, feasts, stays, and high tea
Dog‑Led Hunts
Trained scent dogs
Hands-on truffle discovery
Reserve a truffle hunt, harvest lunch, or seasonal feast at Truffledore to experience black winter truffles, trained dogs, and farm‑hosted hospitality.
Wear sturdy, earthy footwear
You’ll be walking through forested terrain, so comfortable, waterproof shoes are recommended.
Bring a small flashlight or headlamp
Useful for navigating the forest, especially during early morning or evening hunts.
Dress in layers
Weather in woodland areas can change quickly; bring layers to stay comfortable.
Be patient and attentive
Truffle hunting requires a keen eye and patience; enjoy the process of connecting with nature.
Comfortable waterproof boots
Sturdy footwear helps you navigate forest terrain safely and comfortably.
spring;summer;fall;winter
Layers of outdoor clothing
Dressing in layers allows quick adaptation to changing weather conditions.
spring;summer;fall;winter
Small flashlight or headlamp
Provides light during early morning or evening truffle hunts.
Notebook or camera
Capture your experience, whether through notes or photos.