The Westridge Hike
This walk is wonderful, but not for the faint-hearted. A steep ascent to the ridgeline following a gravel path. The actual ridge itself has scrambly places and is definitely not recommended for those who suffer from vertigo or a fear of heights. The ridge drops away dramatically on both sides and is at times challenging to…
Read MoreJamieson Half Day Tour
Visit the beautiful township of Jamieson nestled between the gum covered mountains of the Great Dividing Range. Choose a self-guided history trail within the township and enjoy the serenity of this beautiful area while enjoying a fresh roasted ‘Coffee Merchant’ coffee from the iconic Jamieson Store. The Jamieson Brewery is also on hand for a…
Read MoreThe Paps Walk
A favourite with the locals due to its proximity to the Mansfield township and the good cardio workout it offers, this walk is rewarded with 360 degree breathtaking views of the valley including; Lake Eildon, Mansfield, surrounding farmland and the mountain ranges, including Buller, Stirling and Timbertop. Water, energy snacks and a windcheater are recommended. It…
Read MoreMount Timbertop Climb
Set in the natural bush, this is a rewarding steady and winding climb to the summit of Mount Timbertop. View the challenge ahead while travelling along the Mt Buller Road. Gear up with decent walking shoes, water, snacks and a windcheater before following the well worn trail as it zigzags upwards from the base of…
Read MoreHowqua Hills Historic Day Tour
This exploration trip will take you back in history to the days of the gold rush era. The history of the region is mingled with the native bush, with relics of the past to be observed along the way. A variety of short walks on well-formed paths are part of the tour, though participants may…
Read MoreThe Hurt Locker
For the serious athlete, this ultra-tough adventure course has been inspired by the gruelling SAS Selection and is designed to test your mettle. The Hurt Locker has been specially designed to reflect the conditions faced by SAS candidates. Whilst under the watchful eye of former Special Forces operators, you can expect to be cold, wet,…
Read MoreAdventure Enduro
The Adventure Enduro is a one-day adventure fest with a host of exciting activities crammed together into one epic outing. This is the ultimate day of fun and challenge for both body and mind. Under the watchful eye of former Special Forces operators, you will push yourself through a series of adventure activities in a…
Read MorePortaledge Cliff Camping – Beyond The Edge
Beyond the Edge is Australia’s first and the world’s highest commercial portaledge cliff camping experience. This unique adventure experience includes a thrilling overnight stay on a portaledge suspended over a sheer 300 metre cliff face in the stunning Mount Buffalo gorge. Abseil down to your portaledge perched high on the majestic cliffs of the North…
Read MoreBeginners-Burstons Crevasse Dry Canyon Half-day (3-4hrs)
An adventure that can include an abseil, rock climbing, rock scrambling and more. The views which are seen while moving through the crevasse can be breathtaking, especially coming out from under boulders and rock shelters. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia
Read MoreIndigenous Art Sites
Interested in indigenous history? looking into the art work and listening to the stories around the art work and the area? Come along to the guided tours to learn more about the indigenous culture in the Beechworth and Mount Pilot area. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia
Read MoreSouth Wall Advanced Abseiling (Full-day)
Feel like a full day adventure to challenge you mentally and physically? Tackle our South Wall Abseil. This 250 metre abseil can be a big challenge as the first pitch is 90 metre long looking over the Ovens Valley and out to the Australian Alps. The abseil has another four pitches followed by a hike…
Read MoreMount Buffalo Adventure Abseiling
Completing the beginners abseil, then tackling the 45 metre free fall abseil. This adventure has all the abseils of the beginners abseil then it is followed by a 45 metre free fall abseil looking across the gorge to the 300 metre North Wall of Mount Buffalo. On the walk back from the bottom of the…
Read MoreNorth Wall 300 Metre Abseiling Challenge
Are you up for a challenge? Want to test your mettle? This activity was listed at the top of ‘Wild’ Magazine’s bucket list adventures in Victoria for 2014. This is a serious adventure that is not for the feint hearted. A true challenge both mentally and physically, this 300 metre Multi Pitch Abseiling Challenge down…
Read MoreMount Buffalo Underground River Caving
For those who like a challenge and a dash of added adventure, Adventure Guides Australia’a Underground River Caving on stunning Mount Buffalo is for you. Crawl through holes, climb up waterfalls and squirm your way through the spectacular granite boulder infill cave. If you are very lucky, you will see the ceiling of the caverns…
Read MoreRemote Ritchie’s Hut
Nestled amongst the mountains, on the banks of the Howqua River where Fourteen Mile Creek flows in, is Ritchie’s Hut. Is was built by Robert, the son of Geoffrey Ritchie, with the aid of Fred Fry in late 1947 as a fishing hut. Geoffrey Ritchie and Antoinette Ritchie first moved to “Delatite” near Mansfield in…
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