Ngargio Country

Afternoon Trek

Today we meet at Canberra Airport. We have a private transfer to transport us and our luggage to our accommodation for the next 2 nights.

Please arrive in comfortable clothes that you can take a relaxed stroll in. We recommend you wear your trekking shoes on the plane to be ready for the walk and ease of packing.

Once the luggage is collected, we board the mini bus to travel to Cooma for a snack at a local café, a chance to stretch our legs, buy a bottle of wine for a pre dinner drink and anything you may need from the supermarket.

We continue to our accommodation, time permitting, to take an afternoon walk to explore, to unpack and settle into our accommodation for the next 2 nights.

Tonight's dinner is at a local restaurant within walking distance of our accommodation.

Meals: Snack, coffee and dinner

Ngargio Country

Circuit Trek 22-24 km 8 - 10 hours

After a 7am breakfast we set off by mini bus to the trail head. The travel time is approximately 40 minutes with really beautiful scenery.

We commence our days trek on the majestic Main Range track. This day is a true GirlsTrek favourite, and all our effort is rewarded with the breathtaking views. We make a short descent towards the Snowy River, following a board walk path along the side of the mountain. Once we have crossed the river by swing bridge, we begin the long gradual climb to Mt Twynam, Australia's third highest mountain. We will stop for morning tea before continuing on to enjoy views to Mt Kosciuszko and Mt Townsend, Australia's second highest mountain.

Our return trek takes us on a different path back down the mountain, to admire the magnificent Blue Lake.

Returning to our accommodation by mini bus, there is time to relax and change into your comfy night-in clothes for a casual dinner in our accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Ngargio Country

Trek Thredbo River Track 10-12 km

We have a more leisurely approach to this morning with a later breakfast before we head off to enjoy a gentle 10 km trek along the Thredbo river. It is the perfect way to stretch out your legs and enjoy a more gentle day before our big trek to the summit of Mt Koscuiszko.

This walk takes in the beautiful twisted snow gums and sweet little snow daisy that follows the gushing river on a well formed undulating track. At the finish of the trek, we continue on to a Distillery for lunch.

After lunch we drive on to Thredbo Village to check into our accommodation, to relax for the afternoon or explore the Village at our own leisure.

Dinner tonight is at a local Thredbo restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Ngargio Country

Trek to Mt Kosciuszko summit return 24km 8-9 hours

We set out from Thredbo Village along the Thredbo River. The first part of the trail is undulating until we get to Dead Horse Gap, where we begin our steady climb that will continue to the summit.

This divine trek leads us through the snow gums and wild flowers to a field of granite and the endless views to the west. Brumbies still frequent this area of the park, however they are very shy and flighty and often scared by the robust Girl Trekker conversations coming up the hill!

From Eagles Nest it is 6.5km up hill to the summit. Once we have enjoyed the views from the summit we will return by the same path to Eagles Nest and take the chairlift down to the village. We may decide to take our time at the summit and walk the 3km track from Eagles Nest down the hill into Thredbo Village.

Tonight we celebrate our achievements with a delicious feast at the in-house restaurant at our accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Today, you can choose what you would like to do, go for an early morning guided walk around the golf course followed by some relaxing stretching or enjoy a sleep in. Breakfast is again in the hotel restaurant area. We aim to depart by 10:30am, taking a stop at a local winery to stretch our legs, enjoy a wine tasting and have a light lunch. This breaks up the 2 hour 30 minute drive to Canberra.

We continue onto the airport for our onward flights home.

You may choose to stay in Canberra for an extra night to have time to explore some of the sights in our nations capital.

Meals: Breakfast, wine tasting and light lunch

Price includes

Ex Canberra

5 days trekking and experiences fully hosted with GirlsTrek

Average of 7 hours per trekking day

Summit Australia's highest mountain

Celebration dinner

Lodge accommodation

All accommodation twin share basis*

All meals as per itinerary

Private vehicle transfers

Premium Australian sparkling wine celebration

Small group size travel to a maximum of 12

GirlsTrek Gift

Trip specific packing list with expert advice and great discounts

Information get together to detail the trip and answer any of your questions

Private group chat for messages and photos

At home training programme to prepare you for your trek

Contribution to Sevenwomen.org assisting women in business and girls in education in Nepal

*Single supplement available on request at an additional cost

Price excludes

Travel to/from destination

Travel insurance, which is highly recommended

Beverages, optional and personal expenses

*Single supplement available on request at an additional cost

Compulsory gear

Daypack - 24-36L with rain cover

2-3L water bladder

Good trekking shoes/boots

Water resistant gaiters

Water shoes (neoprene)

Waterproof rain jacket with hood

Hat and sunglasses

Beanie and gloves

Buff or kerchief for neck protection

Microfibre towel - small - to dry feet after river crossing

600ml water bottle

Sunscreen, lip balm and insect repellent

Tissues & hand sanitiser

Personal first aid kit (band aids, compression bandage, pain relief tablets, deep heat cream, travel calm)

Recommended gear

Walking poles - we recommend Helinox

earplugs - for night time use

SOS electrolyte

Clothing for trek

2-3 Walking leggings, long pants

2-3 Walking Shirts - we recommend Icebreaker merino 120 - 150 gsm

1 light, long sleeve shirt for sun protection

1-2 long sleeve warm layer - merino recommended merino 150 - 200 gsm

3 walking socks (merino recommended)

Down jacket or down vest

Clothing and gear for trip

Warm jacket, casual, fleece, wool or puffer ( same as trek clothing)

Casual wear for travel

Smart casual evening wear for special dinner

Comfortable lodge shoes

Sleepwear & underwear

Toiletries

Swimmers and thongs

NB – don’t over pack, your rooms are up stairs at the lodges. You won’t need new outfits for the lodges every night

For November trips there maybe snow and or wet weather -

1 extra pair of woolen socks

Long waterproof rain pants*

Knee high gaiters*

Durable plastic bag

2 large zip lock bags for dry clothing in pack

Smaller zip lock bags for phone & other valuables

*Borrow these items if you are unlikely to use this type of gear again

Note: Luggage is transported between accommodation, as required