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by Anne Banas and Sophie-Claire Hoeller Tasmania, Australia Australia's smallest and least populous state can boast some major superlatives, especially when it comes to nature and wildlife.

By Alice Hansen Discover the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation aboard the Kuuma Pontoon Boat. Located on the beautiful North West Bay just 20 minutes south of Hobart, this floating oasis offers a unique experience that combines the tranquillity of nature with the rejuvenating warmth of a wood- fired sauna.

By Claire Isaac A sauna experience in a boat on the Tasmanian water may leave you cold … and then hot … and then cold. It’s a cool day in Hobart and I’m standing in my swimmers on a floating pontoon, warming my hands on a cup of peppermint tea.

Tasmania’s crisp climate lends itself perfectly to saunas, particularly during the Off Season. Kuuma - Nature Sauna In Southern Tasmania, you’ll find warmth through Kuuma, a pontoon boat which features a rejuvenating wood-fired sauna and a coastal waters dip in North West Bay. Whether a communal or private session, Kuuma offers a reviving experience of wellness and nature.

Inspired by the sauna cul­ture of North­ern Europe, hus­band and wife team Nathan and Chloe Gore wanted to take the Aus­tralian sauna o­ering to the next level. The ingeni­ous res­ult? Kuuma, Aus­tralia’s first sea­far­ing sauna pon­toon boat, which o­ers scenic sail­ings around North West Bay from Bar­retta, a 20-minute drive south of Hobart. Kuuma’s “a spe­cial place where every­one can unwind, recon­nect with nature, and enjoy moments of peace and mind­ful­ness” says Chloe. Book a com­munal spot or round up seven besties for a mem­or­able private out­ing. See kuuma.com.au

By Casey Bartholomeusz Relax at Kuuma Nature Sauna Imagine blending the ancient tradition of sauna therapy with the serene beauty of open water. Kuuma Nature Sauna has done just that. Situated just 20 minutes south of Hobart at Margate Marina in Barretta, this sauna boat promises an unique escape into nature during the off season.

By Kristie Lau-Adams Say yes to the country’s best sunrise activities to let a new day inspire and invigorate you. 11. Dawn, Heat and Dip at Kuuma Nature Sauna, Tas.

By Melissa Woodley Unwind on Australia’s first fully mobile sauna pontoon boat, TAS - The game plan here is simple: cruise, sweat, swim, repeat. Having launched in winter 2024, Kuuma Sauna brings the ultimate relaxation experience to southern Tasmania.

The Kuuma Sauna Boat is another outstanding design and the first sauna boat to have ever achieved commercial survey in Australia. It is a bespoke, custom-designed commercial tour vessel, specifically built for sauna cruising.

By Claire Isaac A sauna experience in a boat on the Tasmanian water may leave you cold … and then hot … and then cold. It’s a cool day in Hobart and I’m standing in my swimmers on a floating pontoon, warming my hands on a cup of peppermint tea.

A little pampering: Drift away in steamy bliss on Kuuma, Australia’s first mobile floating sauna boat, a 20-minute drive from Hobart.

By Melissa Woodley Tasmania’s newest floating sauna blends the timeless Scandinavian ritual with the serenity of open water.

Why enjoy a regular sauna experience when you can jump aboard a luxury sauna boat? Floating 20 minutes south of Hobart in Tasmania on the Margate Marina, the vessel does exactly what it says on the tin: a two-in-one boat and sauna experience for up to eight guests. The Kuuma is simple yet superior, combining sweeping views of the Tasmanian landscape with a unique 1.5-hour wood-fired sauna experience onboard the floating pontoon. Guests can also opt for a three-hour Private Sauna Charter with skipper/sauna master and stop-offs at nearby beaches.

Sauna in Style - All aboard! Kuuma (kuuma.com.au) - Australia's first fully mobile floating sauna boat - takes visitors on southern Tasmania's most stunning pristine waters.