Snowy Mountains & Kosciuszko Walk – 4 Days
4 Days, 3 Nights
46 Km, Day pack only
Grade: 2-4, Easy-More Diff.
All Inclusive
Fully Guided
10 Guest Max
Escape to the Snowy Mountains & Mt Kosciuszko on an All-inclusive Guided Walking Holiday
“My walking experience was everything and more than I expected. I highly recommend Park Trek to anyone wanting a great walking experience in such a beautiful place. Our guides were knowledgeable, professional, caring and both genuinely nice people. An absolute pleasure to be guided by them!” – Michael, January 2024
Discover the soul‑stirring beauty of Australia’s alpine region on our all‑inclusive, small‑group Snowy Mountains Walk. Limited to just 10 guests, this curated 4‑day experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and immerse yourself in the sweeping high‑country landscapes of Kosciuszko National Park.
From granite-studded ridgelines to wildflower-filled meadows, each day reveals a different side of this iconic region. Guided by our passionate and highly experienced team, you’ll learn about the area’s unique ecology, cultural history, and the fascinating forces that shaped Australia’s highest peaks. The journey culminates in the unforgettable ascent of Mount Kosciuszko – an achievement made even more rewarding when shared with likeminded travellers.
With only a daypack to carry, you’re free to enjoy every step. Evenings bring warmth and comfort in the peaceful Thredbo Valley, where homestyle meals and welcoming accommodation create a relaxed, restorative atmosphere after a day on the trail.
Thoughtfully designed for walkers of all experience levels, this is more than a hike – it’s an opportunity to disconnect from everyday demands and reconnect with nature, clarity, and community. Experience the Snowy Mountains in a way that stays with you long after the final summit.
Also see our Blog for walker tips and tricks including, how our walks are graded, how to train for our walks, and how to prepare and what to wear on our walks.
All Inclusive Pricing from A$2,795 pp
- Inclusions
- Itinerary
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Our Walks Are All Inclusive
All Our Walks Include
- Small Group of 10 or less
- You only carry your daypack, we’ll take care of the rest
- Guided walks designed to immerse you in the region’s beauty, history and wildlife
- Two experienced and accredited guides – safety gear equipped and full of knowledge about the region
- Return transport and tour transfers included
Plus, This Walk Includes
- 3 nights fantastic accommodation
- Breakfasts, lunch & two-course dinners, plus heaps of snacks, fruit & non-alcoholic beverages on & off the trail
- All National Park Entry Fees
- Carbon Offset Program in line with our commitment to sustainability
Itinerary
Download our Trip Notes above to get the full itinerary in PDF, including:
- Pre/post tour logistics & tips
- Full itinerary & map overview
- Gear requirements & packing list
- Accommodation & guest notes
Everything you need to prepare for the best walking holiday!
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
Day 1 – Thredbo River Track
Distance: 7km, 2hrs walking (Approx.) Grade: 2-3 (Easy to Moderate)
We meet in Canberra, departing at 8:00am. After a couple of hours travelling, we have our morning tea stop at a local cafe in Cooma. After a brief visit to the Information Centre, we then continue onto Thredbo. We check into our Lodge style accommodation, have lunch and then get organised for the first walk of the tour. Today’s walk follows alongside the cascading, icy waters of the Thredbo River from Dead Horse Gap back into Thredbo village.
On this signposted river track walk, you will see gums growing around granite boulders and watch the river race beneath your feet as you cross the footbridges. Stroll through the snow gum woodlands and enjoy the views down to the river. Keep your eyes on the river for trout and platypus – look for circular ripple patterns.
Upon return to the Lodge, you settle in for pre-dinner nibbles, followed by a delicious two-course dinner prepared by your Park Trek guides.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Pender Lea Chalets
Day 2 – Charlotte’s Pass
Distance: 13km, 5-6hrs walking (Approx.) Grade: 3-4, (Moderate to Difficult)
After breakfast and lunch making, we head out for our walk to Charlotte’s Pass. Today’s walk sees us walking along a well-formed track up to Carruthers Peak enjoying superb views of Lake Albina and Blue Lake.
After rock-hopping across the Snowy River below Charlotte Pass, we have a challenging climb up to the top of the Main Range through alpine herb fields past Hedley Tarn Lookout to Blue Lake Lookout.
Blue Lake is arguably the jewel in the crown of the Kosciusko National Park. It then climbs Carruthers Peak which provides spectacular views over the western slopes of the Main Range.
It continues along the exposed ridge of the Main Range above Club Lake and Lake Albina until it meets the Summit Walk between Rawson Pass and Mt Kosciuszko.
It is a challenging day of walking, and we return to our accommodation late afternoon for well-deserved nibbles followed by a lovely two course dinner prepared by your guides.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Accommodation: Pender Lea Chalets
Day 3 – Mount Kosciuszko
Distance: 18km, 8hrs walking (Approx.) Grade: 3–4, (Moderate to Difficult)
After the usual breakfast and lunch making our day starts with a bit of a difference. We’ll make our way to the highest point in the country, Mt. Kosciuszko. We take a chairlift ride to the top the Thredbo ski fields, then walk to the top of Mt. Kosciuszko and return via Dead Horse Gap.
Enjoy the chair lift from Thredbo Village to Main Range. Pass snowdrifts that survive year-round and soak up the awesome splendour of our surrounds on top of Mt. Kosciuszko.
Our return journey follows a beautifully shaded trail that affords us superb views over the southern end of Australia’s High Country.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner at local restaurant
Accommodation: Pender Lea Chalets
Day 4 – Porcupine Rocks
Distance: 8km, 2hrs walking (Approx.) Grade: 2–3, (Easy to Moderate)
After breakfast, we pack up our belongings for the last time and your guides will pack the trailer in preparation for our last day.
This morning we take a walk through the start of the alpine zone and up into the snow gums and rock boulders of Porcupine Rocks. Wallabies and kangaroos are common along the track, and other flora and fauna will delight. This is a beautiful walk with a distinct and delightful landscape. From the top of our ascent, you will enjoy spectacular views to the Thredbo River Valley and Bullocks Flat below, and back to Perisher and the Main Range.
Lunch is at the Wildbrumby Kitchen & Distillery, Australia’s highest, in the Crackenback Valley. This is an opportunity to enjoy a scrumptious meal while reflecting on the highlights of the last 4-days.
We are usually back in Canberra around 5pm.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Return transfer: Canberra
Accommodation
Our overnight accommodation is at Penderlea Chalets, a lodge style accommodation in the Thredbo Valley. Disconnect to reconnect with nature and watch the sun set over the mountains. Spot kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, deer, and the exceptional bird life. Enjoy private bedrooms and ensuites with communal cooking, lounge and dining areas which are well suited to allow guests to connect and relax before and after each day’s walk. One of the chalets will be set up as the communal dining area.
Accommodation style: The chalets and bedrooms are beautifully appointed and built in classic Swiss style with log walls and open fireplaces.
Rooming: Each chalet has three King/King single bedrooms with a cosy feathertop bed and down doonas. If you book a Single Supplement, you will have a room to yourself.
Bathrooms: Each bedroom has an ensuite.
Single Supplement: If you book single supplement this means you will have one bedroom in a three-bedroom chalet with your own ensuite.
Other: All towels and linen are provided. Classic amenities available such as a smart TV, coffee machine, washing and drying machines, and an outdoor barbecue.
Rooming upgrades for a private cabin is subject to availability with the accommodation provider for an additional surcharge. Please contact our team to discuss your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Read through some FAQs about our Snowy Mountains walk. For a complete list of FAQs for all tours, read more here.
We depart from Crowne Plaza hotel in Canberra, meeting at 7:30am for a 7:45am departure.
We return to Canberra at around 5:00 pm on the final day of tour. If you plan to fly out on the last day of the walk, please book your return flight for after 7pm.
As we depart from Crowne Plaza hotel in Canberra, we have negotiated a special rate for Park Trek guests. Please contact Park Trek if you would like more information and a booking link.
The itinerary tab goes into great detail on exactly what to expect each day on tour. It includes difficulty, distance, and estimated hours of walking. You may also download our trip notes which have everything you need to prepare for the best walking holiday in an easy to digest PDF document.
Each day we provide breakfast, lunch and dinner (where applicable) as well as fruit, snacks and beverages to keep us full of energy throughout the walk. At the end of each day, we return to the evening’s accommodation to freshen up, relax, snack on some pre-dinner nibbles, and enjoy the local scenery. Each evening, our guides offer insights into the next day’s walk and talk through our upcoming adventures using maps to give you greater insights into the journey.
We carefully time each of our departure dates to coincide with the best walking months and, crucially, the safest time of year for each destination. The dates you see listed are the best times to walk the Snowy Mountains.
If you’re preparing for this walk, the best place to find the forecast is through the BOM Canberra and Kosciuszko National Park.
*Walking times and distances may be adapted to the weather and groups needs based on guides discretion.
Single room availability is limited on this tour with the payment of a single supplement fee. While we can offer you your own room if available, facilities such as bathrooms and living areas may be shared with other guests.
2026 Departures:
23 Nov; and 4 Dec
2027 Departures:
23 Feb; and 2 Mar
Early Explorers and Private Groups Can Save Up To 10%
All Inclusive Pricing from A$2,795 pp
