Private hunts
A seasonal experience for those seeking adventure. Guests are invited to explore the orchards, learn the craft of truffle farming and experience the thrill of unearthing nature's hidden treasure. Perfect for corporate events, restaurant teams, celebrations and group experiences.
AN IMMERSIVE HARVEST
Step into the world of truffles. Walk the oak fields with the farmers, take in the peaceful surroundings and ocean views and watch our truffle hunting dogs detect rare gems beneath the soil. Afterwards, settle in by the fire for warming soup, signature truffle cheese toasties and other winter favourites, with fresh truffles available to enjoy at home.
frequently asked questions
Planning your truffle hunt often comes with a few practical questions, so we’ve answered the most common ones. If you have any others, please get in touch.
Truffle hunts take place during the cooler months from June through August, when black winter truffles reach their peak. This is the only time of year the orchard opens for hunts and fresh harvest experiences.
Our truffles are grown here in Flinders on the Mornington Peninsula, beneath rows of hand planted French oak trees. People often mistake them for olive trees, but it’s the oak roots below the surface that make truffle growing possible.
Please allow around three hours for your truffle hunt experience and aim to arrive 15 minutes before your allocated time. This includes an introduction to truffle farming, time in the orchard with the dogs and an opportunity to enjoy truffle-inspired winter menu by the fire afterwards.
Yes. Our trained truffle dogs locate ripe truffles beneath the soil during the hunt, and guests can watch as they are carefully unearthed from the orchard.
While pigs were traditionally used in parts of Europe, most truffle farms now work with specially trained dogs. Dogs are easier to guide, gentler around the orchard and much less likely to eat the truffles they find. Our Lagotto Romagnolo dogs, Lucy and Enzo, have an incredible sense of smell and genuinely love the hunt.
Yes, guests gather to enjoy a seasonal winter menu featuring truffle-infused dishes like soul-warming soup and our signature truffle cheese toasties.
Yes, Fresh truffles are available to purchase during the season, along with other farmgate favourites.
Families are very welcome. Children often love meeting the dogs and watching them at work, making it a memorable experience for all ages.
Truffle hunts take place outdoors in the orchard, so we recommend comfortable clothing and closed shoes suitable for walking through the fields.
Yes. Private truffle hunts can be arranged for corporate groups, celebrations and special occasions. Please contact us to discuss availability and options. Group size starts at 10+ people.
Experience the hunt yourself
You can enquire about our private truffle hunts below, book one of our public truffle hunts or contact us for more information.