Sauna/Bastu - Megalong Valley
Megalong Valley, Australia
About
Sauna/Bastu is a wood-fired Swedish-style mobile sauna, parked in the Megalong Valley, in the Blue Mountains. Public sessions run at two spots on Aspinall Road: beside Megalong Creek, with a plunge pool and a short walk from the carpark. The second is on a hill above the valley, for sunset and full-moon evenings.
Good to know
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
- Mobile operator: the sauna travels, so the location is part of the booking. Check the current site before you arrive.
- Set up outdoors: weather is part of the experience, so dress for the walk between cabin and water.
- Set in nature, away from the city, so bring a car or plan the transfer in advance.
- Mountain setting: elevation changes and views are part of what you're paying for.
- On a river: the cold side of the cycle comes from open running water rather than a tub.
- Cold plunge available on site: use it between rounds for the classic contrast cycle.
- Bookable as a private session: rent the room for your group rather than sharing with strangers.
Hours
- Hours not listed
No standing timetable; sessions run most weekends and are listed by date on the site's What's On page and the booking calendar. Women-only, silent and full-moon sessions appear alongside the ordinary public ones.
Common questions
Do I need to book Sauna/Bastu - Megalong Valley?
Yes. Sessions are booked in advance, usually as a timed slot. The whole sauna can also be hired privately.
How much does Sauna/Bastu - Megalong Valley cost?
Sessions are typically $25–50 a person. Hiring the whole sauna costs $500 or more.
Does Sauna/Bastu - Megalong Valley have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
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