COLLECTION SPOTLIGHT
Great
WALKS OF AUSTRALIA
'In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.'
—— JOHN MUIR
COLLECTION SPOTLIGHT
Great
WALKS OF AUSTRALIA
'In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.'
—— JOHN MUIR
Australia is a walker’s paradise — rich with breathtaking landscapes that range from rugged coastlines and mountains, to desert and wilderness. The Great Walks of Australia collective brings together 12 of the most scenic and remote multi-day trails to create unforgettable eco luxury nature experiences.
Pick your adventure
Discover Australia's most iconic landscapes.
Take a dip in inviting rock pools on Lord Howe Island.
Knowledgeable guides add another dimension to the landscape through their in-depth knowledge of the area’s flora, fauna and history. After a day’s walking, guests can relax in luxury accommodation and indulge in chef-prepared gourmet meals that incorporate fresh local produce and a selection of fine wines and beers.
Wander through this selection of five of Australia’s great walks that provide a taste of some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes to suit different fitness levels and time frames.
Walk the pristine white sand beaches of Maria Island.
THE Maria island walk
Tasmania
Nicknamed the Noah’s Ark of Tasmania, Maria Island is a car-free nature sanctuary for an incredible array of wildlife, including endangered Tasmanian Devils. The only permanent human inhabitants are the park rangers.
Check out Tasmania’s Bay of Fires Lodge Walk and the Freycinet Experience Walk.
The summit of Mount Mitchell provides stunning views of the Scenic Rim.
SCENIC RIM TRAIL
Queensland
Set within a ring of mountain ranges straddling a long-dormant volcanic crater and taking in parts of the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests and multiple national parks, Queensland’s Scenic Rim Trail skirts natural rock pools, waterfalls and mountains with sweeping views and plunging valleys.
Keep walking. Tackle the Cape to Cape Walk in Western Australia.
Hug one of the towering River Red gums lining the Murray River.
MURRAY RIVER WALK
South Australia
The Murray is Australia’s greatest river, flowing 2,500km from its source in the Australian Alps to the Southern Ocean in South Australia. The Murray River Walk will see you explore the river’s ancient red gum forests, spectacular floodplain wetlands and rich heritage including Aboriginal culture, pastoralism and paddle-steamers — from both land and water.
South Australia is also home to The Arkaba Walk.
Earn birds-eye views across Lord Howe Island.
Seven Peaks walk
Lord Howe Island
World Heritage-listed Lord Howe Island is such a precious slice of paradise that visitor numbers are capped to 400 at any one time. The Seven Peaks Walk tackles the island’s stunning summits and rewards walkers with views across the forest and coral reef. Each day ends with sunset drinks at the boathouse on the beach.
Love walking in magnificent World Heritage-listed areas? Take a look at Tasmania's Cradle Mountain Huts Walk.
Explore the beautiful Victorian coastline on the Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk.
Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk
Victoria
Get up close and personal with the iconic limestone pillars, nicknamed The Twelve Apostles, that jut out of the ocean along Victoria’s Shipwreck Coast during a four-day lodge-based exploration of the rugged coastline. The walk is led by experienced guides and includes gourmet food, wine and accommodation in exclusive eco-lodges.
For a change of scenery, try the Northern Territory’s Larapinta Trail.
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