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OVERVIEW

Head into the arid heart of the Australian Outback and traverse one of the oldest geological landscapes in the world. The 1200km Heysen Trail is rated as one of the world’s premier long-distance trails and begins in the stunning Flinders Ranges, the Heysen Trail’s spiritual birthplace. We have selected the best walking in the Northern Flinders, from the Heysen Trailhead to Black Gap and other not to be missed highlights.  This unforgettable rust coloured landscape with its many hidden secrets can only be discovered on foot.

This is a world-class walking experience, with just a light day pack where you will be supported all of the way. At the end of each day you’ll have the luxury of having a hot shower, a chef-prepared dinner and breakfast (see inclusions) and a good night’s sleep in a comfortable bed, rising refreshed and primed for each day’s fabulous pack free walking.

Highlights:

  • Walk the from the Heysen Track trailhead to Black Gap
  • Rawnsley Bluff and Tanderra Saddle/St Mary’s Peak
  • Seamless baggage transfers from accommodation  to accommodation
  • Outback hospitality and the comfort of ensuite rooms
  • Almost all chef-prepared 2-course dinners
  • Accommodations in stunning locations

WALK OVERVIEW

TYPE OF WALK
SELF GUIDED
TRIP LENGTH
8 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate to Challenging

Grade 4 - Moderate to Challenging

Distances are longer up to 20km. Steep hill sections and rough surfaces. Walking experience and active lifestyle necessary.
PRICE FROM
$ 2755

per person twin/double share

SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 695

Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of the accommodation when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.

per person

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ITINERARY

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8

DAY 1
RAWNSLEY PARK TO ANGORICHINA

Start at Rawnsley Park in the late afternoon where you will be transferred to Angorichina Village. There may be time to walk and explore near the accommodation, which is located right at the foot of the mountains. We are at the furthest end of the Northern Flinders, with little visitation you’re sure to enjoy the serenity. To be honest, I’d be very surprised you saw anyone on the first 3 days of walking.

Walking: Easy walking around Angorichina, including the Blinman Pools walk / 3km or more

Meals: Dinner at Angorichina

Accommodation: Angorichina Village in the Heysen Cabins with an ensuite

DAY 2
HEYSEN TRAILHEAD TO AROONA RUINS ON HEYSEN TRAIL

This Flinders Ranges walk begins from the Heysen trailhead at Parachilna Gorge with a gentle 19km saunter deep in the valley between the ABC and Heysen Ranges all the way to Aroona Ruins. The day’s walking starts with a very gentle stroll along various creek beds, then onwards over a procession of creek crossings as you slowly make your way uphill. The last 7km you amble very gently back down the same beautiful valley to Aroona Ruins.

Walking: Moderate / 19km / 5–6 hrs

Meals: Continental/cooked breakfast (breakfast provisions provided) walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner at the Blinman

Accommodation: Angorichina Village in the Heysen Cabins with ensuites

DAY 3
AROONA RUINS TO YANYANNA HUTS ON HEYSEN TRAIL

Full of ascents and descents, today’s walk traverses the ABC Range with incredible panoramic views of the mountains. You walk across the Brachina Formation, one of the oldest rock formations on the planet. This walk includes one of the most intact and rich Ediacara fossil sites in the world. These 600-million-year-old rock formations are older and were once higher than the Himalayas, but have been worn down by time. The last section of walking is through an open flat valley typical of the Flinders region with lots of wildlife viewing opportunities along the way.

Walking: Challenging / 25km / 6–7 hrs / shorter 14km option available

Meals: Continental/cooked breakfast (breakfast provisions provided) walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner

Accommodation: Rawnsley Park Station in ensuited rooms

DAY 4
YANYANNA HUTS TO WILPENA POUND ON HEYSEN TRAIL

Today’s walking is characterised by a great variety of landscapes, beautiful forest and gullies, including an exploration of the beginnings of Bunyeroo Gorge. Take in great views of the Heysen Range and St Mary Peak. The Flinders Ranges is also home to more than half of South Australia’s 3100 plant species, and famous for the wildflowers that carpet the plains and foothills during spring.

Walking: Moderate to Challenging / mostly flat terrain / 24km / 6 hrs

Meals: Continental breakfast, walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner

Accommodation: Ikara Safari Camp in luxury safari tents with ensuites

DAY 5
ST MARY'S PEAK OUTSIDE AND INSIDE TRACK

Today’s walk is the most demanding of the week, as it involves traversing up the edge of the pound wall on a steep trail that winds back on itself again and again. But the pay off is worth it. The views back over the ABC and Heysen Range and over the pound (a huge natural amphitheatre) are unheralded. It’s worth stopping at the top to soak up the ambience. You can trace where you have walked from the trailhead at the top end of the snake-like ranges all the way back to where you stand.

Walks: Mostly moderate / 18km / 6.5 – 8hrs

Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner

Accommodation: Ikara Safari Camp in luxury safari tents with ensuites

DAY 6
WILPENA POUND VIA BRIDAL GAP TO BLACK GAP ON HEYSEN TRACK

Walking through Wilpena Pound you’ll get to really appreciate even more what this place is all about and the sheer scale of it. Continue your journey across the valley floor totally surrounded by the impressive Wilpena Pound walls. Prior to European settlement, the indigenous people hunted here. The Aboriginal word Wilpena means ‘cupped hand’. Holding tremendous cultural significance and spiritually uplifting, this is an ancient place offering unparalleled sanctuary and tranquillity to disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself. At Bridal Gap there are more astounding views to be had over the Pound and out over the Chase Range.

Walking: Easy to Moderate / 11km / 4–5 hrs

Meals: Cooked breakfast, Walkers Lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner at the Woolshed

Accommodation: Rawnsley Park Station in ensuited rooms

DAY 7
RAWNSLEY STATION TO RAWNSLEY BLUFF

This is the last of the Flinders Ranges walks and is a fantastic way to bid farewell to the Flinders Ranges with views looking back inside Wilpena Pound and over to St Mary Peak. But its at the last lookout on this epic walk that will have you mesmerized. From Rawnsley Bluff you get to look out over the expansive plains below and out over the Chase and Elder Ranges to the south.  If you want a preview take a look at our website video as it features at the 35 and 45 second mark and right at the end.

Walking: Moderate with one challenging steep section / 11.5km / 4–5 hrs

Meals: Continental breakfast, walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner at the Woolshed

Accommodation: Rawnsley Park Station in ensuited rooms

DAY 8
RAWNSLEY STATION END OF THE WALK

This holiday finishes in Rawnsley after breakfast.

Meals: Continental breakfast

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Pack-free walking

  • 25+ years experience

  • Customised

  • Eco Travel

  • All-inclusive 8 day pack free walking holiday
  • 7 nights’ accommodation in rooms with ensuites
  • All meals, including breakfasts, walkers lunches, and chef-cooked a la carte two-course dinners
  • Campfire bbq dinner under the stars on first night
  • All luggage transport and vehicle transfers
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • National Park admission
  • Enjoy worry free navigation with Auswalk’s comprehensive track notes, maps, map case, insulated lunch bag & info pack
  • 24/7 support from Auswalk’s representatives on the ground

ACCOMMODATION & DINING

OVERVIEW

On this Flinders Ranges tour on foot, you’ll stay in the Heysen Cabins in Angorichina, at award-winning Rawnsley Park Station and in the luxury glamping tents at Ikara Wilpena. All of these private accommodations are located in inspired locations and provide a welcoming and comfortable base to rest, relax and reflect on the day’s walking. The single supplement of $795.00 is for your own private ensuite on all 7 nights. If you’re happy to share a bathroom (not your room) for 4 nights on the trip then the single supplement can be reduced down to $410.00.

The two-course a la carte dinners at Rawnsley and Ikara are prepared by their in-house chefs.

Each day whilst you’re walking you’ll be provided with a substantial walkers lunch, more importantly, you’ll get to eat it at a fabulous location on the track. A walkers lunch may include a high protein type salad, a roll or a wrap, a muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit. Each day is varied. Breakfasts range from cooked to continental.

There is also a focus on regional food and wine. Good wholesome food with kangaroo and emu occasionally on the menu. The region is remote, but world-class South Australian wine and a cold lager are within easy reach. We suggest that if you like wine then bring some for the first night at Angorichina ( or for the whole trip if you want your own pre-dinner drinks).

Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

  • DAY 1 & 2

  • DAY 2 , 6 & 7

  • DAY 3 & 4

GENERAL INFO

This holiday starts and finishes in Rawnsley Park. Information on transport to the Flinders Ranges is available on request.

The Flinders Ranges walks are moderate to challenging with some rough tracks, where you’ll cover shorter distances. Full day walks average about 19 km and 5-7.5 hours walking each day. The walking is over mostly flat, well-walked paths and bush tracks with some rocky sections. There are two days with steep sections. This is a great opportunity for fit walkers to challenge themselves, however easier options are available on some days. This is a reasonably long and tough walk and we highly recommend that you incorporate a rest day.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

WEATHER

The best time to go is April through to September as it is the best weather for hiking in the Flinders Ranges. The temperature is still very comfortable to walk in but warm clothes are necessary as the temperature drops at night. This holiday is not available over the hot summer months of December to February as it way to hot with temperatures in the high 40’s.

See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.

INSURANCE

We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance, particularly cancellation insurance if you are Australian for this trip. We charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it. It is also important in the event of an accident or loss of property.  See FAQ’s for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions about the Flinders Ranges walks., tracks or the Flinders Ranges tour as a whole, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.

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DEPARTURE DATES

  • DATES
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    PRICE
    Single Occupancy
    DETAILS
  • 1 Apr 2021 - 30 Sep 2021
    AVAILABLE
    from

    $2755

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $695

    $410 S/S for private room with shared bathroom at Rawnsley

    BOOK NOW
  • 1 Apr 2022 - 30 Sep 2022
    AVAILABLE
    from

    $2755

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $695

    $410 S/S for private room with shared bathroom at Rawnsley

    BOOK NOW

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  1. Michelle H

    11 November, 2020 at 2:06 PM
    5

    Thank you – organisational aspects were seamless Fabulous hiking in an iconic Australian environment.

    Reply

  2. Carolyn M

    11 November, 2020 at 2:40 PM
    5

    Once again Auswalk provided us with a great experience, both in terms of the walks and the accommodation and our hosts. A big thanks to the Auswalk team who rearranged our walks to meet our changed circumstances. We enjoyed the walks and they were the right length and difficulty for us. Accommodation and meals were great and it was enjoyable to sit around chatting with our hosts and learning more about the Victorian alpine region. This was our second walk with Auswalk and we can highly recommend them.

    Reply

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Overview

OVERVIEW

Head into the arid heart of the Australian Outback and traverse one of the oldest geological landscapes in the world. The 1200km Heysen Trail is rated as one of the world’s premier long-distance trails and begins in the stunning Flinders Ranges, the Heysen Trail’s spiritual birthplace. We have selected the best walking in the Northern Flinders, from the Heysen Trailhead to Black Gap and other not to be missed highlights.  This unforgettable rust coloured landscape with its many hidden secrets can only be discovered on foot.

This is a world-class walking experience, with just a light day pack where you will be supported all of the way. At the end of each day you’ll have the luxury of having a hot shower, a chef-prepared dinner and breakfast (see inclusions) and a good night’s sleep in a comfortable bed, rising refreshed and primed for each day’s fabulous pack free walking.

Highlights:

  • Walk the from the Heysen Track trailhead to Black Gap
  • Rawnsley Bluff and Tanderra Saddle/St Mary’s Peak
  • Seamless baggage transfers from accommodation  to accommodation
  • Outback hospitality and the comfort of ensuite rooms
  • Almost all chef-prepared 2-course dinners
  • Accommodations in stunning locations

WALK OVERVIEW

TYPE OF WALK
SELF GUIDED
TRIP LENGTH
8 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate to Challenging

Grade 4 - Moderate to Challenging

Distances are longer up to 20km. Steep hill sections and rough surfaces. Walking experience and active lifestyle necessary.
PRICE FROM
$ 2755

per person twin/double share

SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 695

Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of the accommodation when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.

per person

DOWNLOAD PDF
Departure Dates
Book now
Itinerary

ITINERARY

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8

DAY 1
RAWNSLEY PARK TO ANGORICHINA

Start at Rawnsley Park in the late afternoon where you will be transferred to Angorichina Village. There may be time to walk and explore near the accommodation, which is located right at the foot of the mountains. We are at the furthest end of the Northern Flinders, with little visitation you’re sure to enjoy the serenity. To be honest, I’d be very surprised you saw anyone on the first 3 days of walking.

Walking: Easy walking around Angorichina, including the Blinman Pools walk / 3km or more

Meals: Dinner at Angorichina

Accommodation: Angorichina Village in the Heysen Cabins with an ensuite

DAY 2
HEYSEN TRAILHEAD TO AROONA RUINS ON HEYSEN TRAIL

This Flinders Ranges walk begins from the Heysen trailhead at Parachilna Gorge with a gentle 19km saunter deep in the valley between the ABC and Heysen Ranges all the way to Aroona Ruins. The day’s walking starts with a very gentle stroll along various creek beds, then onwards over a procession of creek crossings as you slowly make your way uphill. The last 7km you amble very gently back down the same beautiful valley to Aroona Ruins.

Walking: Moderate / 19km / 5–6 hrs

Meals: Continental/cooked breakfast (breakfast provisions provided) walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner at the Blinman

Accommodation: Angorichina Village in the Heysen Cabins with ensuites

DAY 3
AROONA RUINS TO YANYANNA HUTS ON HEYSEN TRAIL

Full of ascents and descents, today’s walk traverses the ABC Range with incredible panoramic views of the mountains. You walk across the Brachina Formation, one of the oldest rock formations on the planet. This walk includes one of the most intact and rich Ediacara fossil sites in the world. These 600-million-year-old rock formations are older and were once higher than the Himalayas, but have been worn down by time. The last section of walking is through an open flat valley typical of the Flinders region with lots of wildlife viewing opportunities along the way.

Walking: Challenging / 25km / 6–7 hrs / shorter 14km option available

Meals: Continental/cooked breakfast (breakfast provisions provided) walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner

Accommodation: Rawnsley Park Station in ensuited rooms

DAY 4
YANYANNA HUTS TO WILPENA POUND ON HEYSEN TRAIL

Today’s walking is characterised by a great variety of landscapes, beautiful forest and gullies, including an exploration of the beginnings of Bunyeroo Gorge. Take in great views of the Heysen Range and St Mary Peak. The Flinders Ranges is also home to more than half of South Australia’s 3100 plant species, and famous for the wildflowers that carpet the plains and foothills during spring.

Walking: Moderate to Challenging / mostly flat terrain / 24km / 6 hrs

Meals: Continental breakfast, walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner

Accommodation: Ikara Safari Camp in luxury safari tents with ensuites

DAY 5
ST MARY'S PEAK OUTSIDE AND INSIDE TRACK

Today’s walk is the most demanding of the week, as it involves traversing up the edge of the pound wall on a steep trail that winds back on itself again and again. But the pay off is worth it. The views back over the ABC and Heysen Range and over the pound (a huge natural amphitheatre) are unheralded. It’s worth stopping at the top to soak up the ambience. You can trace where you have walked from the trailhead at the top end of the snake-like ranges all the way back to where you stand.

Walks: Mostly moderate / 18km / 6.5 – 8hrs

Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner

Accommodation: Ikara Safari Camp in luxury safari tents with ensuites

DAY 6
WILPENA POUND VIA BRIDAL GAP TO BLACK GAP ON HEYSEN TRACK

Walking through Wilpena Pound you’ll get to really appreciate even more what this place is all about and the sheer scale of it. Continue your journey across the valley floor totally surrounded by the impressive Wilpena Pound walls. Prior to European settlement, the indigenous people hunted here. The Aboriginal word Wilpena means ‘cupped hand’. Holding tremendous cultural significance and spiritually uplifting, this is an ancient place offering unparalleled sanctuary and tranquillity to disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself. At Bridal Gap there are more astounding views to be had over the Pound and out over the Chase Range.

Walking: Easy to Moderate / 11km / 4–5 hrs

Meals: Cooked breakfast, Walkers Lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner at the Woolshed

Accommodation: Rawnsley Park Station in ensuited rooms

DAY 7
RAWNSLEY STATION TO RAWNSLEY BLUFF

This is the last of the Flinders Ranges walks and is a fantastic way to bid farewell to the Flinders Ranges with views looking back inside Wilpena Pound and over to St Mary Peak. But its at the last lookout on this epic walk that will have you mesmerized. From Rawnsley Bluff you get to look out over the expansive plains below and out over the Chase and Elder Ranges to the south.  If you want a preview take a look at our website video as it features at the 35 and 45 second mark and right at the end.

Walking: Moderate with one challenging steep section / 11.5km / 4–5 hrs

Meals: Continental breakfast, walkers lunch and a chef-prepared a la carte dinner at the Woolshed

Accommodation: Rawnsley Park Station in ensuited rooms

DAY 8
RAWNSLEY STATION END OF THE WALK

This holiday finishes in Rawnsley after breakfast.

Meals: Continental breakfast

What’s Included

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Pack-free walking

  • 25+ years experience

  • Customised

  • Eco Travel

  • All-inclusive 8 day pack free walking holiday
  • 7 nights’ accommodation in rooms with ensuites
  • All meals, including breakfasts, walkers lunches, and chef-cooked a la carte two-course dinners
  • Campfire bbq dinner under the stars on first night
  • All luggage transport and vehicle transfers
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • National Park admission
  • Enjoy worry free navigation with Auswalk’s comprehensive track notes, maps, map case, insulated lunch bag & info pack
  • 24/7 support from Auswalk’s representatives on the ground
Accommodation & Dining

ACCOMMODATION & DINING

OVERVIEW

On this Flinders Ranges tour on foot, you’ll stay in the Heysen Cabins in Angorichina, at award-winning Rawnsley Park Station and in the luxury glamping tents at Ikara Wilpena. All of these private accommodations are located in inspired locations and provide a welcoming and comfortable base to rest, relax and reflect on the day’s walking. The single supplement of $795.00 is for your own private ensuite on all 7 nights. If you’re happy to share a bathroom (not your room) for 4 nights on the trip then the single supplement can be reduced down to $410.00.

The two-course a la carte dinners at Rawnsley and Ikara are prepared by their in-house chefs.

Each day whilst you’re walking you’ll be provided with a substantial walkers lunch, more importantly, you’ll get to eat it at a fabulous location on the track. A walkers lunch may include a high protein type salad, a roll or a wrap, a muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit. Each day is varied. Breakfasts range from cooked to continental.

There is also a focus on regional food and wine. Good wholesome food with kangaroo and emu occasionally on the menu. The region is remote, but world-class South Australian wine and a cold lager are within easy reach. We suggest that if you like wine then bring some for the first night at Angorichina ( or for the whole trip if you want your own pre-dinner drinks).

Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

  • DAY 1 & 2

  • DAY 2 , 6 & 7

  • DAY 3 & 4

General Info

GENERAL INFO

This holiday starts and finishes in Rawnsley Park. Information on transport to the Flinders Ranges is available on request.

The Flinders Ranges walks are moderate to challenging with some rough tracks, where you’ll cover shorter distances. Full day walks average about 19 km and 5-7.5 hours walking each day. The walking is over mostly flat, well-walked paths and bush tracks with some rocky sections. There are two days with steep sections. This is a great opportunity for fit walkers to challenge themselves, however easier options are available on some days. This is a reasonably long and tough walk and we highly recommend that you incorporate a rest day.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

WEATHER

The best time to go is April through to September as it is the best weather for hiking in the Flinders Ranges. The temperature is still very comfortable to walk in but warm clothes are necessary as the temperature drops at night. This holiday is not available over the hot summer months of December to February as it way to hot with temperatures in the high 40’s.

See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.

INSURANCE

We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance, particularly cancellation insurance if you are Australian for this trip. We charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it. It is also important in the event of an accident or loss of property.  See FAQ’s for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions about the Flinders Ranges walks., tracks or the Flinders Ranges tour as a whole, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.

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MAP

Departure Dates

DEPARTURE DATES

  • DATES
    AVAILABILITY
    PRICE
    Single Occupancy
    DETAILS
  • 1 Apr 2021 - 30 Sep 2021
    AVAILABLE
    Details
    from

    $2755

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $695
    BOOK NOW
  • 1 Apr 2022 - 30 Sep 2022
    AVAILABLE
    Details
    from

    $2755

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $695
    BOOK NOW
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  1. Michelle H

    11 November, 2020 at 2:06 PM
    5

    Thank you – organisational aspects were seamless Fabulous hiking in an iconic Australian environment.

    Reply

  2. Carolyn M

    11 November, 2020 at 2:40 PM
    5

    Once again Auswalk provided us with a great experience, both in terms of the walks and the accommodation and our hosts. A big thanks to the Auswalk team who rearranged our walks to meet our changed circumstances. We enjoyed the walks and they were the right length and difficulty for us. Accommodation and meals were great and it was enjoyable to sit around chatting with our hosts and learning more about the Victorian alpine region. This was our second walk with Auswalk and we can highly recommend them.

    Reply
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BACK What's Included
  • 8 day pack free walking holiday
  • Great Ocean walk end to end & return transfer to Apollo Bay.
  • 7 nights’ accommodation with ensuites
  • Cooked breakfasts, two-course dinners and substantial Walkers Lunches
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating much more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • Bag transfers and 24/7 support with our Auswalk’s driver and local partner network on the ground
  • National Park admission
  • Auswalk guide pack including notes, maps, map case, insulated lunch bag and container

Queen Charlotte Track-The Essentials

Self-guided

Queen Charlotte track end to end from Ship Cove to Anakiwa. Forests filled with fauna and birdsong. Lush rainforest gullies filled with massive tree ferns.

 Self-guided 4 Days From $1195 Easy to Moderate What's Included

Queen Charlotte Track-The Essentials

BACK What's Included
  • Full access to the Queen Charlotte track in superb comfort.
  • 3 nights accommodation in beautiful lodge accommodations
  • Walk the entire track end to end pack free
  • 4 walkers lunches
  • Comprehensive tracks notes, map case, insulated lunch bag and container
  • Enjoy nearly 30 years of our experience in organising self-guided walking holidays

9 day Kumano Kodo Nakahechi (& Kohechi)

Self-guided

Walk the Kumano’s sacred mountains and an extra walk on the Kohechi track with stunning views over the Kumano-gawa river. End in beautiful Nachisan.

 Self-guided 9 Days From $2855 Moderate to Challenging What's Included

9 day Kumano Kodo Nakahechi (& Kohechi)

BACK What's Included
  • Walk the entire Kumano Kodo Nakahechi from end to end via magnificent shrines ending at the glorious Nachi waterfall and temple complex plus a day of the Kohechi
  • 8 nights stay in an intimate family run or smallish traditional Japanese lodgings with in-house onsens
  • Walk pack free with luggage transfers from accommodation to accommodation
  • Superb traditional multi-course meals for breakfast and dinner each day on the walk. Plus 6 walkers lunches
  • Itineraries can be flexible to shorten the walking or slow the trip down by adding more rest days
  • Enjoy worry-free navigation with Auswalk’s comprehensive track notes and  maps
  • 24/7 support from our representatives on the ground

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