Perth

My niece had organized a trip for us to experience the tunnels tour at Fremantle Prison. We decided to make the most of our day by starting early and exploring the Fremantle Maritime Museum beforehand. Unlike the Sydney Maritime Museum, I found the Fremantle Maritime Museum to be a bit different, though it didn't quite capture my interest fully. We only ended up spending about 20 minutes there.

Later, we gathered with the rest of the family at the historic Fremantle Prison for the tunnels tour. Admittedly, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect from this experience. The tunnels, which served as the primary source of fresh water for Fremantle and were constructed back in the 1850s, continued to be used until around 1910. Following a detailed briefing, we underwent a breath test to ensure no alcohol content and then suited up with Wellington boots, harnesses, and hard hats. We were not allowed to take anything loose with us (no cameras, phones etc) so no photos available.
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https://fremantleprison.com.au/tours/tunnels-tour/

The adventure began with a 20-meter descent down a ladder into the tunnels. Standing at 185cm tall, I found myself in a semi-squat position for much of the tour due to the tunnel's height. This resulted in some noticeable leg soreness by the end. The tour included a section of walking and then a transition to small punts for the next segment, which involved rowing. The water within the tunnels was surprisingly clear, and the temperature remained a consistent 18 to 19 degrees Celsius, though the humidity was palpable.

Overall, the experience was decent, but it's not something that would compel me to immediately plan a return visit.Read more