Kiandra to Kosciuszko Hike (8 Days)

Explore the Snowy Mountains on this trek along the Australian Alps Walking Track. Visit historic alpine huts, spot native alpine wildflowers and summit Australia’s highest peak, Mt Kosciuszko.

Overview

Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the Snowy Mountains.

Escape the crowds and join us on this 8 day adventure through the heart of Australia’s high country. Summit iconic peaks, visit historic alpine huts and walk along alpine ridgelines as you traverse the high plains of Kosciuszko National Park. Enjoy serene mountain sunrises and sunsets afforded by a 8 day wilderness camping experience.

This trip follows the Australian Alps Walking Track (AAWT), covering 120km from Kiandra (NSW) to Dead Horse Gap (NSW). As Australia’s premiere long-distance alpine bushwalk, the AAWT connects some of Australia’s finest alpine terrain, providing hikers with access to some of the most remote parts of the Australian Alps.

If desired, this trip also offers a great opportunity to develop your outdoor skills and knowledge. Our world-class guides are passionate about sharing their experience. Learn how to lighten your pack, nail your nutrition and navigate in the backcountry on this 8 day trip through the Snowies.

• Activity Level: Moderate
• Duration: 8 Days
• Distance: 120km
• Approx. pack weight: 10kg
• Intimate group size: max 10 person

Key Features

On our Kiandra to Kosciuszko Hike trip, you can:

• Take in epic mountain sunrises & sunsets
• Visit historic alpine huts
• Enjoy an isolated wilderness experience
• Discover famous Australian alpine wildflowers & snow gums
• Camp on the rooftop of Australia

Highlights

✔ Summit the tallest mountains in Australia; Mt Kosciuszko (2228m), Mt Townsend (2209m), Mt Twynam (2196m) and Rams Head (2190m). ✔ Walk past Australia's highest alpine lakes including Lake Cootapatamba, Club Lake, Blue Lake and Lake Albina. ✔ Summit Mt Jagungal (2061m), the northermost 2000m peak in Australia. ✔ Visit the head of Valentine Falls, which has a total drop of 120m. ✔ Discover hidden cascades and swim in alpine creeks.

Inclusions

• World-class ultralight hiking gear & clothing (total pack weight ~10kg).
• All meals, snacks, and hot drinks (excludes breakfast on day 1 and dinner on the final day).
• Two world-class guides.
• Access to a support vehicle on day 6 to resupply food.
• Return transport from/to Canberra.
• Extensive preparation package, including a detailed packing list document and video.
• Small group size of max 10 people with 2 guides (5:1 guest-to-guide ratio).

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