Summit to Shaft - The Ultimate West Coast Adventure
From Mount Owen to the Mine Floor
Begin with an exclusive 4WD ascent to the summit of Mount Owen, where panoramic views reveal Tasmania’s wild West Coast. Descend through rainforest, pioneer diggings and into the depths of a historic mine for a 3-course dining experience found nowhere else in Tasmania.
Above the Clouds, Beneath the Earth
Deep underground, step into preserved mine tunnels where the stories of Tasmania’s mining past come alive. Try your hand at gold panning, wield a mining pick and enjoy a three-course miners’ crib lunch beneath lantern light on the mine floor — an intimate journey into the heart of the West Coast.
Journey from the summit of Mount Owen to the hidden world below, exploring landscapes shaped by nature and generations of mining history. Take in sweeping views across Queenstown’s moonscape, Cradle Mountain, Frenchman’s Cap and the Franklin–Gordon Wild Rivers before descending through rainforest trails and early pioneer diggings.
Our Weather Guarantee
Some days the weather has other plans. We'll offer an alternative, or refund the Summit to Shaft experience in full.
Planning Your Stay
Our guest services team will be in touch before you arrive to help shape your time here. For how experiences are arranged and booked, see below:
Explore Experiences by Risby Cove
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Summit to Shaft
Ascend the restricted summit of Mount Owen by 4WD, explore historic mine tunnels beneath the earth, and enjoy a three-course miners' lunch by lantern light.
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Fresh Catch Crayfish
Try your hand at hauling in craypots while learning about the lifecycle of the elusive Tasmanian rock lobster, before tasting some fresh crayfish with a glass of sparkling.
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The Piner's Table
Dine inside our historic Piner's Hut and share a private feast by lantern-light. Savour a bespoke menu where romance and the spirit of the West Coast's pioneers meet.
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Scenic Flight Transfer
Soar above World Heritage landscapes and wild coastlines before touching down in Strahan - an extraordinary journey where the adventure begins before you arrive.
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Spirit & Pinot Tastings
Discover Tasmania’s finest whiskies, gins and pinot noirs. Curated tasting flights are paired with artisan plates to celebrate the island's renowned producers.
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Ocean Beach 4WD
From the sweeping shores of Ocean Beach to the remarkable King River Delta; an otherworldly landscape sculpted by more than a century of mining history.
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The Mill Private Dining
Step into the heritage Mill for a private fireside dining experience. Savour a bespoke tasting menu, or collaborate with our Executive Chef to create a tailored menu.
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Strahan Story Cycle
Explore Strahan on a Risby Cove e-bike, guided by an interactive map and QR-code narrations. Uncover the stories behind the town's waterfront and historic landmarks.
