Wildflowers of the High Country
Around November through to December,
wild orchids smaller than your fingernail, can be found. This is a
photographers paradise if you have a passion for these types of
flowers. Minimum of 3 hours required.
The Upper Reaches of the Murray
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you will not see where the Murray bubbles out of the ground, this
requires a 2 or 3 day extended tour and some hard driving and hard
walking. However on this tour we can take you to some very secluded
spots for a picnic or some quiet fishing. Minimum time required: 3
hours
The source of the Murray
See where the Murray bubbles out of
the ground, this requires a 2 or 3 day extended tour and some hard
driving and hard walking. However on this tour we can take you to
some very secluded spots, but remember this trip requires at least
one night camp out under the stars. The chances of seeing “brumbies”
on this trip are high.
Re-trace the path of the last ride of
"Man From Snowy River"
This trip starts from the actual
grave of “The Man From Snowy River”, Jack Riley. It can take in Tom
Groggin Station, Mt Pinnibar, the Murray River and the actual place
where Jack Riley died. Depending on which of these features you wish
to see, allow a minimum of 4 hours, up to 6 or 7 for the full trip
Waterfalls
Cool off in a mountain stream
at the foot of the rapids and waterfalls in this most beautiful
area. At least 3 to 4 hours but could easily fill a day. A bit of
walking could also be included
Railway Bridges
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railway lines, view massive timber railway bridges, spanning gullies
and creeks. You will almost still hear the sounds of the giants of
the steam era grinding their way through the mountains. 3 to 6 hours
could be easily filled.
Mount Lawson
Granite tors and views
spectacular! About 3 hours.
Aboriginal Cave Paintings
The trip involves a difficult walk to
the paintings. Allow 4 to 5 hours
Mining in the Upper Murray
Visit areas of alluvial and reef
mining, the sites of vanished townships with their tantalising
evidence of lives once lived. Fossick in the overburden from the
mines, explore inside if you are game and pan the streams. 4 to 8
hours could easily be filled and you may make a profit on the gold
you find.
Homestead Gardens of the past
Visit sites of old historic
homesteads. The houses are gone but the memories live on. About 3
hours.
Drive to the top of Mount Pinnibar
Panoramic views of the Main Range,
Mount Townsend and
Kosciuzsko
to the East and in the other direction,
Hotham and Bogong. Allow 4 hours but a day could be filled by adding
in other features.
Davies Plain
Travel along a mountain plateau of
snow gums and frost hollows. You may even glimpse wild brumbies, if
you’re lucky, as they flash through the trees to escape man‘s view.
This trip is totally recommended as it takes in some of the most
beautiful country in the world and you should allow a full day.
Huts of the High Country
Visit mountain cattlemen's huts of
varied construction. This trip is also on the highly recommended
list. It includes river crossings by car and foot, if you are so
inclined. There are many different huts and you are almost
guaranteed to see wild life such as Kangaroos. Minimum trip of 3
hours.
Other Trips of Interest Allow about 2
to 3 hours for each of these.
Mount Elliot
A rugged climb to see where
the hang gliders jump from. Also includes spectacular views of the
Corryong Valley.
Mount Mittamatite
Look down on Corryong and
across to the main range. It is possible to combine or
re-arrange trips to suit your needs. If you would like us to look
after the catering for your group, this can also be arranged.
Pine Mountain
Circumnavigate the largest
monolith in Australia. Yes its one and a half times bigger than
Uluru (Ayers Rock). For the fit a walk to the top is a must.