An epic journey across the alpine roof of Australia

You'll climb Australia's highest mountain, wander through wildflower meadows and walk through glacier-carved landscapes and snow gum forests.

3 nights accommodation in Jindabyne, 3 breakfasts and guided by Lewis Wigington

Day 1:

Find your way to Jindabyne (easiest and quickest way is to drive), a picturesque ski town town in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia.

Meet with the trekking company's staff and guides

Check into accommodation and have some free time to explore

Evening meal with other trekkers (not included)

Day 2:

Guthega to Charlotte Pass

Preparation and Start of the Trek. Breakfast included

Morning briefing by the trekking guides, discussing the itinerary and safety guidelines.

Participants have breakfast and pack their daypacks with essentials for the trek.

Drive to the end point of the walk.

Our organised transport will take us to the start of the walk

Trek with the experienced guide leading the way Lewis Wigington

Distance: 9km

Time suggested: 3 to 3.5 hours 

Toilets at: Guthega Village and Charlotte Pass

Drinking water: Not available

Walk start: Guthega Village Walk end: Charlotte Pass

Your walk starts with views of Guthega Pondage before following the Snowy River. You’ll feel the instant serenity of nature as you walk to the sound of snowmelt and take in fresh mountain air. Hardy sub-alpine plants surround narrow track sections and raised paths to immerse you in the landscape. In summer, wildflowers like yellow billy buttons and snow daisies add life to the unique muted colour palette of the mountains. Within the first hour, the Main Range will start to pop into view which can be snow-capped even in summer.

After about 3km, you’ll reach Spencers Creek Suspension Bridge. At 1627m above sea level, it’s Australia’s highest suspension bridge and allows you to cross while peering into the cascading creek from above. Continue to wind your way up for another 5.5km before reaching the end of day 1 at Charlotte Pass. 

There are several rest stops and opportunities to take in the breathtaking scenery.

Day 3:

Thredbo to Mount Kosciuszko

We will walk up Merritts Nature Track from Thredbo Village to the top of the chairlift. This 4km track takes around 2-3 hours uphill.

Drive our own vehicles to Thredbo

The track crosses the headwaters of the Snowy River, before climbing above Lake Cootapatamba and on to Rawson Pass. From here, it’s a gradual climb to the summit of Mount Kosciuszko (2228m). The sweeping 3600 views across the Snowy Mountains and Victorian High Country are sure to wow you. Stay a while to soak in the fresh alpine air, pack a summit snack, and wallow in your sense of achievement, before returning along the track to Thredbo.

This iconic day walk from Thredbo will have you conquering the summit of Mount Kosciuszko. You'll quite literally be on a high as you soak in the epic views from Australia's highest point.

Distance: 17km

Time suggested: 5 to 6 hours 

Walk start: Thredbo Village Walk end: Thredbo Village

Day 4

Leave our accommodation in Jindabyne,  breakfast & head home