From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Bushwalking Tour From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Great Escape
ID: GYG69268-97529
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Experience the scenic splendor and majestic mountains of the Grampians National Park on a day trip from Melbourne. Enjoy the breathtaking views and amazing landscapes.
Depart Melbourne Central Business District and pass over the mighty Westgate Bridge as you make your way through the western suburbs of the city towards western Victoria. Journey through the Victorian goldfields of the 1850s and take a short break in the quaint country town of Beaufort for morning tea.
Approach Grampians National Park and get an appreciation of what makes the giant mountain range so spectacular as it appears from the surrounding flat plains. Marvel at Mt. William as you get your first glimpse of the park, and then go to the Brambuk Aboriginal Culture Center to learn about the art, heritage and 6 seasons of the Grampians as described by the indigenous people. Discover an abundance of kangaroos resting in the areas around the center.
Next, make your way into the heart of the park, and enter the small township of Halls Gap. Enjoy the drive into the Mt. Difficult range. Take in the breathtaking views of the plains of western Victoria from Boroka Lookout, before walking to the geological icon of the Balconies, featured in the Japanese animation "Princess Mononoke."
Continue to the base of the majestic Mackenzie Falls or Silverband Falls, and follow a series of more than 250 stairs to the bottom of the cascades to cool off and relax. As the sun begins to set, keep an eye out for large mobs of kangaroos that call the area home before your return journey to Melbourne.
Highlights
- Experience the Aboriginal culture of western Victoria
- Spot kangaroos and other Australian wildlife in their natural habitat
- Hike to the base of Mackenzie Falls or Silverband Falls
- Walk to the geological landmark of the Balconies and discover the Jaws of Death
- Marvel at the breathtaking views from the Boroka Lookout
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks
• In the event of rain or bad weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the activity provider
• The activity provider reserves the right to alter the itinerary during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures
• A phone number for contact is required at the time of booking
• Child fare prices apply from 6 to 12 years old
• There is limited storage space on the vehicle. Baggage allowance is limited to a 5 to 7 kg bag per person
Guests are asked to meet the bus outside next to the Immigration Museum, corner of Market St and Flinders St at 7:35 AM. Please do not wait on Flinders St as you may miss the bus.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
