Outback Isa

Hard Times Mine Underground Tour

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  • Fully guided walking tour
  • A group souvenir photo is provided for each guest.
  • Have a truly authentic modern mining experience
  • Learn about the history of mining from former and current miners
  • Walk through 1.2km of tunnels & see huge mining machinery in action
  • Venture 15 metres underground to experience the realities of a miners day
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Gain an insight into the world of mining in Australia with an underground tour of the Hard Times Mine in Outback Mount Isa in Queensland. There is no better way to understand the trials and tribulations of miners than on a guided tour with former and current miners. Listen to the fascinating stories of the good and hard times deep under the earth plus see how tunnels are formed and shaped below the surface.

The Hard Mines Underground tour in Mount Isa also gives participants the opportunity to get up close to machinery and try their hand at the air-leg drill under expert guidance. The underground mine tour is recommended for all people 7 years and above and each person will be provided with safety equipment including overalls, hard hats and gumboots.

Inclusions

  • Fully guided walking tour at an underground mine in Mount Isa
  • Group souvenir photo
  • Steel toed gumboots, overalls, hard hats and additional safety equipment
  • Pasties and tea/coffee

Exclusions

  • Transport to/from your home destination or accommodation

Highlights

  • Award-winning Hard Times Mine Underground adventure
  • Truly authentic modern mining experience
  • Fully guided walking tour takes visitors 15 metres underground to experience the realities of a miner's working day
  • See huge mining machinery in action and hands on drilling
  • Try your hand at the air-leg drill and feel the earth rumble with the firing of the blast face
  • Take home a souvenir photo

Time

  • Tours depart at 9am and 1pm daily (Closed Christmas Day, New Years Day, Good Friday and Boxing Day)

Duration

  • 3 hours in duration

Departure Location

  • 19 Marian Street, Mount Isa, Queensland

What To Bring

  • A pair of socks
  • Light clothing is highly recommended (preferably shorts and a t-shirt as skirts and dresses are not recommended under overalls)

Additional Information

  • A ‘Waiver of Liability’ must be signed by all participants.
  • No cameras are permitted to be taken underground
  • A minimum of 3 people on each tour is required for the tour to operate
  • The minimum age for children is seven (7) years of age

Cancellation Policy

  • Amendments or cancellations made less than seven (7) days prior to arrival will incur a 100% cancellation fee

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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