Description
Grampians walking tour for women, along stunning trails in the Grampians National Park
4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS
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Find Yourself | Be Yourself | Challenge Yourself
Overview
Grampians walking tour for women
Summits, Peaks and Flows
Join us on a Grampians women’s walking weekender in gorgeous Gariwerd Country.
Find Yourself Be Yourself Challenge Yourself with this 4 day adventure.
Walking with day packs each day on trails with incredible views, waterfalls and rocky escarpments. Return to comfortable accommodation each night with relaxation and freshly cooked meals.
Professionally led by our qualified and experienced female bushwalking leaders – ladies, it’s time to walk with us!
This tour starts and finishes in Adelaide. If travelling from Melbourne, join us in Halls Gap on Day 1 (via public train/bus) then travel with us to Adelaide and extent your trip. Alternatively self-drive. Discounts applied.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Travel / Mackenzie Falls
Today we have an early departure (6.30am) from Adelaide CBD where we take the freeway out past Murray Bridge and Tailem Bend. We will have lunch enroute, with stops for coffee and comfort along the way. Alternatively, you can choose to make your own way to Halls Gap and we will meet you there.
Upon arriving we journey up to Mackenzie Falls. Without a doubt one of the most popular locations in the Grampians National Park, Mackenzie Falls is home to a stunning cascading waterfall with plenty of photo opportunities. Be sure to bring your smartphone or DSLR for this!
Along our walking trail today is also Fish Falls. A quiet little spot which is perfect for relaxing on a rock while listening to the sounds of rushing water. It is just over an hours walk between both falls.
We will then settle in to our accommodation before dinner.
Meals Included: Lunch, Trail Snacks, 2 Course Dinner
Walking Distance: 4km
Day 2 | Mount Rosea
After breakfast, we visit the Brambuk Cultural Centre to learn about this land, named Gariwerd by the First Nations People. Then with lunch packed we begin our most challenging hike, over Mount Rosea to Borough Huts.
Today’s hike is rated moderate-hard with some more technical sections and will take us around 5 to 6 hours to complete. A very picturesque one-way trail, it has a perfect mix of bushland, rocky climbs, narrow corridors, and incredible views as we make our way to the summit. Remember to turn around and look back at your surroundings along the way – it is absolutely worth it! We will enjoy a picnic lunch along the way.
On our way to our accommodation in the afternoon, we pass through Halls gap main street with the chance to grab an ice-cream or any treat to celebrate.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Trail Snacks, 2 Course Dinner
Walking Distance: 13km
Day 3 | Venus Baths / Pinnacle / Sundial
Today is a flexible walking day. So if you’re feeling a little tired there’s a chance to sleep in or return to the accommodation for a rest.
The full trail today links our accommodation to yesterdays starting point for Mount Rosea. A one-way walk that we break up into stages, each with spectacular landscapes and features. You have the choice to walk 1, 2 or all 3 stages.
Venus Baths, Splitters Falls, Grand Canyon, The Pinnacle, and Lakeview Lookout are some of the highlights of the Grampians. We venture to all of these today.
Returning mid afternoon to rest at our accommodation before dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Trail Snacks, 2 Course Dinner
Walking Distance: 5km, 10km or 12km
Day 4 | Chatauqua Peak / Travel
Sadly our time walking in the Grampians will end today but not before one last hike to Chatauqua Peak to watch the sun rise. This trail has some steep sections and a rocky scramble to the very top but the views are sensational even lower down. This walk will take around 2 hours to complete.
After checkout we depart for Adelaide, stopping for lunch and comfort along the way. We will arrive back to the CBD by around 5pm. Please do not book flights for this evening. Alternatively, you can choose to stay longer or travel separately to an onward destination today.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Trail Snacks
Walking Distance: 6km
Need To Know
Inclusions
Travel
- Comfortable private vehicle transport
Meals
- All meals and snacks as per the itinerary
- 2 course dinners
- B x 3 | L x 3 | D x 3
Accommodation
- 3 nights apartment style accommodation
Activities
- Professionally guided walks by our female Leaders
- Hike sections of the Grampians Peaks Trail
Safety
- Each trip has 2 Guides/Leaders
- Group First Aid kit and emergency communication device
- Leaders certified in Remote Area/Wilderness First Aid
- Qualified Bushwalking Leaders
Environmental
- Small group guided experience
- Leave No Trace principles
- Invitations to connect with nature
- Reduce waste through recycling, reusing and composting
- National Park entry fees
Big Heart Extras
- Big Heart Adventures designed head sock
- A charity contribution to our Give Back program
Exclusions
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance
- Meals and drinks not stated on itinerary
- Items of a personal nature
- Alternative transport to and from Halls Gap
Packing List
A detailed packing list is provided prior to travel
- Gear you will need:
- Rainproof jacket and pants
- Daypack (35 litre approx.)
- Water bottles/hydration kit (min 2Ltrs)
- Personal medications
- Clothing suitable for walking that is quick drying and breathable – consider merino/synthetic clothing
- Sun protection such as hat, sunglasses and suncream, insect repellent
- Sleeping attire
- Bath towel
Accessibility
There are stairs, uneven surfaces and moving luggage to and from accommodation, plus walking bush trails on this trip. Please talk to us about your accessibility needs before booking
Details
- Type: Weekenders For Women
- Adventure: Guided Grampians walking tour for women
- Destination: Grampians National Park, Victoria
- Traditional Country: Gariwerd
- Group Size: Max 10 plus leaders
Fitness Requirement
- A good level of fitness is required to walk the trails on this trip
- You will be walking pack free (day packs only)
- You will walk on a variety of surfaces including some rock scrambling, steep sections and loose ground
- We recommend you do some hilly walks (up to 12km) before this trip to maximise your enjoyment of the climbs and views
- Trip rating: Moderate-hard
Important Information
- Read terms and conditions before booking
- Itinerary and price subject to change at any time
- Travel Insurance is recommended. Get a quote from Covermore or Go Insurance
- Note weather, group member welfare and a range of circumstances outside our control can mean last minute changes to our itinerary are necessary once on tour
- A limited number of single rooms are available on a first-come basis
- Please contact us before booking any flights. Depending on flight arrival and departure times extra nights accommodation may be required at own expense
- A minimum number of travellers are required for this trip to depart so ask someone to join you. If minimum numbers aren’t reached, we may decide to still go or we will provide a full refund
- If this trip departs during Fire Ban Season – last minute changes to our itinerary or walking days may be required for safety reasons
- Rooming is twin share rooms
- Private transport to and from the Grampians is included from Adelaide, with multiple pick up points available in transit between Adelaide and Victoria
- Private transport for our time at the Grampians is included
- If you have additional needs please connect with us, we’re committed to being inclusive and accessible
Adventure Leaders
Our team is qualified, experienced and super friendly. We will ensure you have a fun and connecting adventure. Leaders are certified in Remote or Wilderness First-Aid. All leaders carry a group first-aid kit, emergency communications device, emergency documentation and equipment.
