Hike the Bibbulmun Track: Donnelly River to Balingup

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Walking & trekking
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NZD $2,235

Explore the Bibbulmun Track’s forest terrain from Donnelly River to Balingup

Hike the forest terrain on this stretch of the Bibbulmun Track. From Donnelly River Village to Balingup, you’ll pass through some of the most beautiful strands of karri trees in the southwest of Western Australia. Hike through Blackwood Valley and Golden Valley Tree Park in Balingup. Visit remains of old rail and mill formations and learn about the region’s history. Each afternoon head back to your accommodation and relax with your fellow walkers. Enjoy all the sights, sounds and smells of the Bibbulmun track with the ease and comfort of only needing to unpack once.

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Trip code: PEXD
Start
Perth, Australia
End
Perth, Australia
Destinations
Australia
Meals
3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
Private Vehicle, Walking
Accommodation
Lodge (3 nights)
Days
4
Group size
Min 4 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
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Walking & trekking
Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

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Why you'll love this trip

  • Hike the forest terrain of the well-known Bibbulmun track from Donnelly River to Balingup, located in the heart of Karri, Marri and Jarrah country.
  • Engage with the region’s local history as you pass remains of old rail and mill formations.
  • Hike the banks of the Blackwood River and challenge yourself as you ascend Cardiac Hill.
  • Visit Willow Springs, the Southampton Bridge and Golden Valley Tree Park.
  • Explore the historical towns of Donnelly River and Balingup and say hi to Donnelly River’s friendly emu and kangaroo residents.

Itinerary

Map of Hike The Bibbulmun Track: Donnelly River To Balingup including Australia

Inclusions and activities

Meals

3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner

Transport

Private Vehicle, Walking

Accommodation

Lodge (3 nights)

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Is this trip right for you?

  • This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain, including long stretches of beach and sand and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. Good footwear, clothing for all types of weather, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. Details on physical activities can be found in the itinerary.
  • This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.
  • This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain, including long stretches of beach and sand and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. Good footwear, clothing for all types of weather, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. Details on physical activities can be found in the itinerary.
  • This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.

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Hike the Bibbulmun Track: Donnelly River to Balingup
From
NZD $2,235