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Ride a Segway beneath towering Tasmanian eucalypts during a 90-minute guided loop through Hollybank Forest. This easy, guided experience combines brief training, safety gear, and digital photos—ideal for first-time riders who want an up-close forest view.
Ride a Segway beneath towering Tasmanian eucalypts during a 90-minute guided loop through Hollybank Forest. This easy, guided experience combines brief training, safety gear, and digital photos—ideal for first-time riders who want an up-close forest view.
The first tilt of the Segway leans you forward and the forest answers—cool shade deepens, trunks loom like columns and the understorey brushes the path with a low, constant rustle. For 90 minutes riders move slowly through Hollybank’s tangle of eucalypts and blackwoods, the machine doing the steady work while the guide fills the gaps with natural history and local lore.
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Operated by Treetops Adventure Hollybank · Launceston, Tasmania
The first tilt of the Segway leans you forward and the forest answers—cool shade deepens, trunks loom like columns and the understorey brushes the path with a low, constant rustle. For 90 minutes riders move slowly through Hollybank’s tangle of eucalypts and blackwoods, the machine doing the steady work while the guide fills the gaps with natural history and local lore.
Hollybank sits on soils left by ancient river courses and glacial action that shaped northern Tasmania’s rolling valley. European timber harvesting and later conservation efforts have both left visible marks: tracks for forest management now double as smooth Segway lines, while regrowth stands shoulder-to-shoulder with veteran trees.
Culturally the area is on palawa country; Tasmanian Aboriginal connections to the land are deep, with seasonal use of resources and long familiarity with the bush. Geologically, expect weathered sedimentary rises and pockets of richer loam that support dense undergrowth and vibrant fungus in wet months.
Practical details are straightforward. The operator provides training on a practice circuit before entry, safety gear, lockers, and a digital photo on USB. Weight limits are 45–117 kg and the tour is suitable for most fitness levels—no technical skills required. Wear closed-toe shoes and layered clothing; arrive with pockets empty and allow time for a quick briefing. The paths are compacted and winding rather than steep, so the experience is more about rhythm and observation than exertion.
Spectators are welcome, and the ride makes a compact, accessible way to feel the forest’s pace while learning its stories. It’s an outdoorsy, low-impact way to see Tasmanian bushland for anyone curious about movement, machines, and trees.
No. A short training circuit is provided at the start to build balance and confidence before heading onto the forest paths.
The tour is not recommended for pregnant people or those with significant heart conditions; riders must weigh between 45–117 kg.
Yes—spectators are welcome on site and can watch from designated areas without needing a ticket.
Tours generally run in light rain; operators provide guidance and may cancel in severe weather—check at booking for specific policies.
Treetops Adventure Hollybank operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The first tilt of the Segway leans you forward and the forest answers—cool shade deepens, trunks loom like columns and the understorey brushes the path with a low, constant rustle. For 90 minutes riders move slowly through Hollybank’s tangle of eucalypts and blackwoods, the machine doing the steady work while the guide fills the gaps with natural history and local lore.
The first tilt of the Segway leans you forward and the forest answers—cool shade deepens, trunks loom like columns and the understorey brushes the path with a low, constant rustle. For 90 minutes riders move slowly through Hollybank’s tangle of eucalypts and blackwoods, the machine doing the steady work while the guide fills the gaps with natural history and local lore.
Hollybank sits on soils left by ancient river courses and glacial action that shaped northern Tasmania’s rolling valley. European timber harvesting and later conservation efforts have both left visible marks: tracks for forest management now double as smooth Segway lines, while regrowth stands shoulder-to-shoulder with veteran trees.
Culturally the area is on palawa country; Tasmanian Aboriginal connections to the land are deep, with seasonal use of resources and long familiarity with the bush. Geologically, expect weathered sedimentary rises and pockets of richer loam that support dense undergrowth and vibrant fungus in wet months.
Practical details are straightforward. The operator provides training on a practice circuit before entry, safety gear, lockers, and a digital photo on USB. Weight limits are 45–117 kg and the tour is suitable for most fitness levels—no technical skills required. Wear closed-toe shoes and layered clothing; arrive with pockets empty and allow time for a quick briefing. The paths are compacted and winding rather than steep, so the experience is more about rhythm and observation than exertion.
Spectators are welcome, and the ride makes a compact, accessible way to feel the forest’s pace while learning its stories. It’s an outdoorsy, low-impact way to see Tasmanian bushland for anyone curious about movement, machines, and trees.