FAQs

You only need to carry a day backpack on the walking trails. This should contain your lunch/snacks, plenty of water (bottled or in a water bladder), sunscreen/sunhat, light waterproof jacket, and a hat/beanie is a good idea if the weather is likely to be changeable.

Our standard advertised prices are quoted on a twin share basis. That is our pricing assumes two guests staying in one room, in either a double bed or two singles / bunks. On some tours however single rooms may be available upon payment of an additional single supplement fee. Solo guests are of course welcome on guided trips, and if you wish to share a room, we will try to find a roommate of the same gender. If there is no one for you to share with, or if you prefer a single room, you must pay the single supplement fee.

A soft bag is ideal for the trip. Soft bags are more forgiving in terms of packing/unpacking and storage. They are also more manageable for the guides to lift and move around.

Although not compulsory, comfortable hiking boots are strongly encouraged on the hikes. Often the ground underfoot is rocky and uneven, and hiking boots make the walking a little easier. If you are going to purchase new boots specifically for the hike, we suggest you wear them in well before the walk begins.

Usually at the bottom of the trip notes you receive when you complete your tour booking, you will notice a list of suggested items to pack for the trip. Of course these will differ from trip to trip, but are generally a great indication of what you will need, to make the trip comfortable.

With prior notification (usually on booking) we can cater for most dietary requirements, ie: lactose intolerance, coeliac, vegetarian, gluten free to name a few. Even if its a simple request such as: “I prefer soy milk” we can cater for this.

If you have a favorite brand of food you particularly like, or a food item with a particular flavor for example, by all means bring it along with you. There are some restrictions bringing in fresh food in some locations, ie you can not take honey onto Kangaroo Island. If you are unsure just check with us and we can advise you of any restrictions that may apply to the destination of your tour.

Park Trek is not licensed to sell alcohol and, as such, only offers non-alcoholic drinks on tour. We do however welcome guests to bring wine/beer along with them.

If you are bringing bottled wine please pack this well in your main bag to avoid breakages. We often stop en-route on the first day at a bottle shop where you can purchase alcohol for the tour.

Unless listed in the itinerary, such as a restaurant meal or coffee, all expenses are included in the tour price. There are no hidden extra costs, such as National Park fees or transfer charges.

On the first day of the tour we collect guests from a central pickup point. This point is listed in the trip notes you receive upon booking your tour.

For example: if you are going on the Daylesford Goldfields Track walk, the central pickup point is the National Gallery of Victoria on St Kilda Road, Melbourne.

If you would like to organise a private group tour, we can easily organise this for you, whether it be a large or small number of people.

All of the walking destinations on our scheduled departure calendar can be organised for private groups or charters. We can also tailor make a package to a destination of your choosing. Just get in touch to ask us how.

Here is a brief overview of what we can offer:

• Expert guides who will drive and cater for your group. Park Trek guides are hardworking, resourceful, talented and friendly.
• Walking with small day packs only so there is no need for guests to carry heavy back packs.
• Accommodation which can vary from 3 to 5 stars. It just comes down to your budget.
• Transport and other logistical details. We can collect you from a location that is convenient to you, whether that be the airport, your place of stay or elsewhere.
• Park Trek can provide all meals, or a combination of guide-catered meals and local restaurant dining.
• Your tour fees also cover any Parks entrance fees.
• Length of journey and location of walk to suit style and budget
• We can also combine trips and tailor make a package just for you!

All you need to do is contact us with your request for more information about a particular trip and we can work out the costs for you.

Feel free to give us a call in the office during business hours (03) 5639 2615, or send us an email with an outline of what you’re after and we can get in touch to discuss the details.