Snowies Intro To Snow Camping (4 Days)

Winter without the crowds. Learn to snow camp, summit iconic peaks, and discover the boundless, snow-covered landscape of the Snowies.

Overview

Escape the noise and queues of the ski resorts this winter on this 4-day snow camping getaway in the Snowy Mountains. Carry full packs only on the walk in and out, then spend your days journeying on snowshoes with day packs across untouched snowfields, through quiet snow gum forests, and to historic alpine huts.

This is a chance to experience the profound silence of the Australian Alps and learn how to be self-sufficient in a winter environment. Join us for a rewarding backcountry winter experience and learn how to thrive in the snow. 

• Activity Level: Moderate
• Duration: 4 Days
• Distance: 35km
• Approx. pack weight: 15kg
• Intimate group size: max 10 person

Key Features

On our Snowies Intro To Snow Camping trip, you can:

• Set up a basecamp and explore with day packs
• Walk amongst famous Australian snow gums
• Take in panoramic winter views across the High Country
• Learn winter backcountry skills from seasoned experts
• Visit historic alpine huts

Highlights

✔ Explore the snow-covered Australian backcountry during winter. ✔ Summit Mt Gungartan (2068m) and Dicky Cooper Bogong (2003m). ✔ Visit historic alpine huts, including Horse Camp, Whites River and Schlink. ✔ Traverse off-track in Jagungal Wilderness using snowshoes. ✔ Navigate the undulating, open snow plains of the Rolling Grounds.

Inclusions

• World-class ultralight winter hiking gear & clothing (total pack weight ~15kg).
• All meals, snacks, and hot drinks (excludes breakfast on day 1 and dinner on the final day).
• Two world-class guides.
• 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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