Where the Turf Meets the Surf

Off the grid. In the path of the Roaring Forties.

As your aircraft descends through the clouds, King Island comes into view as a patchwork quilt of green: rich pastures running towards a wild coastline in the path of the Roaring Forties.

Over three days, relax and learn alongside like-minded people while rubbing shoulders with some of King Island’s top agricultural producers.

This is a farm experience that takes you into the paddock and behind the farm gate.

See first-hand why King Island has developed a reputation for high carrying capacity and premium cattle production, while sharing knowledge and conversation with the people who farm here.

Along the way, agriculture is mixed with everything that makes King Island special: stunning scenery, pristine sweeping beaches, native flora and fauna, and the history that is stitched into the fabric of the island.

The Soldier Settlement Scheme

The Soldier Settlement Scheme played an important role in establishing King Island’s modern cattle industry, helping shape the farming community that exists today. King Island now represents approximately 25% of Tasmania’s beef cattle numbers, a remarkable contribution from a small island in Bass Strait.

As you travel the island, you’ll also discover just how diverse King Island really is. From farming to fishing, mining and our seaweed industry, with product exported as far away as Norway, it all showcases King Island’s strength in primary production.

And then you eat

The experience doesn’t finish when you leave the farm.

Your dining journey follows the King Island grazing trail, sea to table and paddock to plate, bringing together the produce, people and places you’ve experienced throughout the day.

Three days of farming, learning, conversation, scenery and exceptional King Island produce.

Come and experience Australia’s best-kept secret. King Island, where the turf meets the surf.