Experience the beauty and solitude of the Kosciuszko National Park with one and two day guided treks featuring fully catered, in-field, star-covered, overnight campsites.

Our local guides will share their intimate knowledge of the Kosciuszko National Park and offer you an experience far beyond the beaten track. Their understanding and appreciation of the sensitive environment, flora, fauna and geological significance will complete your journey through a truly distinctive national park.

Along with understanding the dynamics of catering for groups, our guide to client ratio is kept at a minimum to ensure a quality, relaxed experience. Guides are there for encouragement where needed and for first aid, navigation, bush and leadership skills.

All guides have radio contact with the Resort and emergency services. Your safety is of paramount importance to us and your guides may have to adapt the day’s trek depending on your fitness and weather or track conditions. While they will make every effort to meet your needs, please adhere to their professional decisions if circumstances require.


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FURTHER INFORMATION

 Click here for further information on one day Guided Treks

 Click here for further information on Overnight - Catered Campsites / Guided Treks

 Click here for more information on Lake Crackenback Resort Accommodation, Activities and Services.

 General information Document (PDF).

Forms

 Medical and Indemnity form (PDF)
 Comment Form (PDF)

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Lake Crackenback Resort runs a state-of-the-art trekking program that is sensitive and appreciative of the environment while providing an insight to our local region. We believe that it is a special privilege to operate in this delicate and immensely important area, so we observe minimal-impact track and campsite practices. Our program is in line with the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Kosciuszko National Park Plan of Management.

MEETING PLACE
The meeting place for all guided treks is located at High Country Ski & Sports / Walk Head Quarters store located next door to Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort reception building at which time a briefing from the head guide will be given along with distribution of trekking equipment and transport to trailheads. Please check meeting time of your chosen tour.

TRANSPORT
All return transport from Lake Crackenback Resort to trail heads is included with trekking packages.

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DATES
Guided and catered day and overnight treks are available between the months of November to April.

EQUIPMENT AND CATERING
The Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks program is modelled on supplying clients with quality, well serviced, bushwalking and camping equipment. The only equipment you will require on guided trips are personal bushwalking items. See relative information section for specific equipment list.

FITNESS
Our treks vary in distance and levels of difficulty so it is advised you study your choice of treks closely and have a realistic appraisal of your own fitness. If you are not a regular trekker, to make the most of your planned trek, we suggest you begin a daily walking regime 6-8 weeks before arriving.

ACTIVITY GRADING
Please note that grading is only a guide, clients should allow for variances.
Easy: Distances under approximately 10km with very little up & down.
Moderate: Suitable for general fitness level with treks up to approximately 15km.
Hard: Requires a good level of fitness. Expect to encounter some long off trail climbs and treks approximately 15km - 20km in distance.
Expert: Only for fit, experienced participants. Steep hills & long distances will be encountered with walks approximately 20km - 25km. Minimal trekking on established trails.

Trail Type Descriptions
Established Trail: A trail that has been prepared & provides positive footing.
Track: A track that has not been formally prepared & has an irregular surface.
Untracked: no track whatsoever

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AGE LIMITS
The minimum age set by Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks for overnight treks is 16. The minimum age set by Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks for day hikes graded as easy, is 12, under the condition that a legal guardian or parent accompanies children and that they are capable of participating in the activity. The minimum age set by Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks for moderate and advanced day hikes is 16.

A maximum age has not been set however; trekkers must be suitably capable of participating in their preferred trek. The Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walk's guide will have final judgment on whether clients are capable of participating in the activity.

Family and private groups, with below minimum age members, can be catered for, however, conditions do apply.

PERSONALISED GUIDED TREKS
If interested in variations of our existing guided treks, or if you have something particular in mind, we welcome the concept of creating a personalised tour.

WEATHER
The Snowy Mountains experiences a wide variety of weather conditions that can change rapidly and frequently. Conditions including burning sun, driving winds, heavy rain and snow can all occur within a single hour. It may seem senseless to bring winter gloves on a warm sunny day however inadequate preparation may result in serious consequences. Being prepared for the above mentioned conditions is a vital part of Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks safety procedures.
Regardless of weather forecast all items shown in Client’s Equipment list (shown below) must always be carried.
Please note that the head guide will be responsible for planning and carrying out trek according to weather conditions with the determining factor being ‘safety is paramount.’
Alternative hikes in sub-alpine areas are implemented if rescheduling of treks is necessary due to weather.

SAFETY
If trekking without a guide, ensure all members of your party have adequate food and equipment. This includes rainwear, thermal or woollen clothing, sturdy treking shoes or boots, sun protection, gloves and map - as a minimum requirement.
The operators reserve the right to alter, amend or cancel any trip should the weather or any other circumstance necessitate this.

BOOKINGS
To make a reservation or to obtain a current price list please refer to the 'contact us page' for contact details.

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OVERNIGHT TREKKING TRIPS
Deposits: To secure reservations for overnight treks a 50% deposit per person is required within 14 days of confirmation of your reservation. If this deposit is not received by due date, reservations may be cancelled without notice.
To secure reservations for overnight treks final payment is due 30 days prior to departure, cancellations or changes made 30 days or less prior to departure result in no refund of monies paid.
Please contact Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort if you cannot fit into our set dates as we may have existing tours that you can join on shorter notice.

DAY TREKKING TRIPS
To secure reservations for day treks a 50% deposit per person is required with in 14 days of confirmation of your reservation. If this deposit is not received by due date, reservations may be cancelled without notice. Final payment is due 30 days prior to departure.
Please contact Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort if you cannot fit into our set dates as we may have existing tours that you can join on shorter notice.

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Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks, hosted by Lake Crackenback Resort is a licensed Commercial Tour Operator with the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service.

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