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Great Australian Walks

Bibbulmun Track, WA
Stretching from the Perth Hills to Albany in south-west WA, this famous 1000km trail is a walking path for hikers only. Do part of the walk in a day, try an eight-day tour or trek along the whole trail in eight weeks. You’ll pass small towns, camping sites and plenty of amazing flora and fauna. Visit www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au.

Flinders Island, Tas
There are many walks to choose from on this rocky island. A four to five-hour climb of Flinders’ highest peak, Mount Strzelecki, will give walkers a stunning bird’s-eye view. Or take a four to eight-day guided walking holiday and climb the mountain, explore the coastline, search for Killiecrankie diamonds, then rest in luxurious lodgings. Visit www.visitflindersisland.com.au.

Heysen Trail, SA
To see an overview of South Australia’s diverse landscapes, take the Heysen Trail. Spanning 1200km, you’ll pass coastal areas, native bushland, rugged gorges, pine forests and the Barossa Valley vineyards. Beginners should embark on the southern section of the trail, an easy trek from Cape Jervis to Spalding. Parts of the trail are closed during the fire season in summer, reopening in April. Visit www.heysentrail.asn.au.

Larapinta Trail, NT
The Larapinta Trail runs from Alice Springs to Mount Sonder and offers an experience like no other. The unique landscape of our Red Centre can be seen in its full glory when you hike the steep slopes of the MacDonnell Ranges. You’ll cross a variety of terrain on the guided walk before unrolling a swag and camping under the clear, starry skies. Try a six-day tour, which includes fully-supported camping,catering
and interpretive guiding. Visit www.treklarapinta.com.au.

The Great Dividing Trail, Vic
Victoria’s Great Dividing Trail is a community-planned 280km public walking trail linking the old gold rush towns and passing through forests, hills and lakes that straddle the Australian Great Dividing Range. There are four major tracks and all offer day walks around deep gorges and fern-lined rivers. Be sure to check weather conditions before you leave at www.gdt.org.au.