Fremantle Prison: Time in the Tunnels

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Fremantle Prison--a UNESCO World Heritage Site--was built in the 1850s and sits atop a network of tunnels and passageways that form the astonishing labyrinth you will explore.

Put on a hard hat, slip into a pair of overalls, pull on some boots and switch on your headlamp. Then, you'll lock into the ladder system and descend 65 feet into the depths below. Trek with your guide, on foot, as (s)he explains how the tunnels were built and what their purpose was.

Time to kick it up a notch? Just add water! When you reach the wet section, hop into a replica convict punt to explore the submerged passageways accessible only by boat.

You'll discover original blast holes, bores, oil lamp recesses and artifacts from the days when working in the tunnels was hard labor punishment for prisoners.

This is an unforgettable experience combining adventure and a glimpse of Australia's macabre penal history.

Special Notes:

Minimum age is 12 years. Photographic equipment can be used on parts of the tour but cannot be taken down into the tunnels. Lockers are provided. Not suitable for pregnant women, those will mobility limitations and those who suffer from claustrophobia. Involves ladder climbing, walking while stooping (not crawling), and paddling a small boat.