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The Thredbo Snow Resort has been in the business
of winter fun and summer adventure for over 50
years. Although it started as a small ski resort
in 1957, it is now a village that is home to 200
people and almost a million tourists every year.
It is not just the snow that brings them in,
either. There are also many summer activities to
keep the adrenalin pumping.
Thredbo has the longest ski runs in Australia,
and there are lifts for beginning skiers too.
Every Thursday and Saturday Thredbo offers
Twilight skiing, and of course, there are
several restaurants and cafes with delicious
food after a long day of skiing.
During the summer months, there is even more to
do in Thredbo. Hike Australia’s tallest
mountain, or go mountain biking or bobsledding.
If that is a little too much excitement, there
are also more laid-back activities like golfing
and tennis. No matter what time of year you go,
Thredbo Snow Resort has something for you!
SNOWY MOUNTAINS Tours
Fly Fishing: Try your hand at fly-fishing - they're famous for it in
the Snowy Mountains. Their three dams are stocked with local rainbow trout
so there's a pretty good chance you'll catch a fish or two.
You're welcome to try your luck without a guide but they're also happy to
provide an expert to point you in the right direction, give you a few new
tricks and help you bring in your haul.
In addition to fly fishing on the property, they can also provide guided
fishing tours so you can explore the region's finest fishing spots - the
locals might just share a favourite fishing spot if you're lucky! Rate From:
$120.00
Four Wheel Driving: The guided four wheel drive Tours are a must for
those of you who want to put your four wheel drive through the ultimate
test. Snowy Wilderness four wheel drive Trails are very challenging, with
only experienced drivers recommended able to contemplate the tour. From the
Roller Coaster to some of the most rugged terrain in Australia, this is
truly a test of skill and nerve.
From the comfort of your vehicle you can see the best sights and views of
the Snowy Wilderness, including glimpses of beautiful wildlife. You bring
your own vehicle and Snowy Wilderness will provide tents, camp ovens and
equipment.
Rate From: $110.00
Horse Riding: There's nothing quite like the thrill of horse riding though
the untouched heart of the Snowy Mountains, experiencing the true Man from
Snowy River country on their own 7200 acres of pristine wilderness.
Their guides are the best, drawing on knowledge from generations of horsemen
and their own horses are first class, mountain fit and guarantee you the
best ride.
Snowy Wilderness is a true Australian outback adventure. Bordering the
Kosciuszko National Park and the famous Snowy river, Snowy Wilderness is a
sanctuary for wild brumby and offers spectacular acreage bursting with
experiences for you to discover.
Rate From: $90.00
Snowy Mountains Day Tour - Summer: Enjoy a leisurely trip to the
Snowy Mountains, travelling through historic Cooma, headquarters of the
Snowy Mountains Scheme. Relax at the Snowy Hydro Information Centre in Cooma
and learn about the history of the scheme. Continue on over the famous Snowy
River which now forms Lake Jindabyne. Enjoy the serenity and grandeur of
Thredbo Village in spring and summer. Lunch in the bistro of the Thredbo
Alpine Hotel. Take a chairlift ride up to Eagles Nest - optional and at your
own expense. The tour starts from 8am in Canberra and returns at 6.30pm.
Rate From: $135.00
Snowy Mountains Day Tour - Winter: Enjoy a leisurely mini bus trip to
the Snowy Mountains, travelling through historic Cooma, headquarters of the
Snowy Mountains Scheme. Relax at the Snowy Hydro Information Centre in Cooma
and learn about the history of the scheme. The tour continues on over the
Snowy River, which was dammed to create Lake Jindabyne. Travel onto
Bullock's Flat where the Skitube will take you through the mountains to
Perisher Valley and then onto Blue Cow for lunch.
Tours are conducted on Wednesday and Friday, other days by arrangement. Rate
From: $135.00
Vacation Australia's Kangaroo Kelly will include any tour of your choice in your custom planned itinerary!
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ENQUIRIES & QUOTATION
Snowy Mountains
Australia is a dry, arid and
predominately flat continent with the clearest skies on earth. It is also a very old land
mass; rock crystal found in Western Australia has been aged 4.3 billion years. Snow
covered mountains are few. The two winter sports regions are the Snowy Mountains located
in the southeast of New South Wales and the Victorian Alps located in the northeast of
Victoria.
During the winter months, June to October, the Ski resorts of Thredbo,
Perisher Valley, Smiggins Valley and Mt Selwyn come alive with fast paced action for
the experienced skier and more sedate action on the gentler slopes for the novice.
Thredbo
Arguably Australia's best known and most chic ski resort.
Australians, especially Sydneysiders and Melbournians flock there, as do international
visitors for the ski season. Located inside the Kosciusko National Park, the resort
offers walking trails, chairlifts, an alpine slide, mountain bike rentals, fully equipped
gymnasium, a cinema, conference facilities, medical centre, and a chapel. Ski Village
lodges available.
Mt Kosciusco is Australia's tallest mountain, rising 7,234
feet/2,228 m above the Great Dividing range that stetches from the northeast of Victoria
to the northeast of Queensland. Small in height when compared to the European Alps and the
Rockies in western North America, but assuredly, a unique and wonderful winterland as the
sking is world class and the native eucalyptus trees create a distinctly different view to
the visitors eye. You will love the sound of magpies chortling and the sounds of other
birdlife that is prolific in the mountains as it is in most parts of Australia.
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Australia
When the snow has gone, don't despair, Kosciusko National Park is
perfect for bush walking, mountain biking, trout fishing and horse riding. Take one of the
special mountain bike trails or walk on "the roof of Australia". Jindabyne,
Cooma and Berridale offer excellent accommodation, ski hire, crafts and tours to historic
sites and Australia's High Country wilderness.
Victorian Alps.
Falls Creek, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Buffalo, Mt Buller and Mt Hotham
are to be found here. The Victorian Alps runs from the Mansfield District to the upper
reaches of the Murray River at Corryong, boasting some of Australia’s finest skiing
terrain and in the warmer months, walking tracks, touring roads and unspoilt wilderness
areas. Resort Lodges available. Click on links below for ski resort sites.
Falls
Creek | Mt Baw
Baw | Mt
Buffalo | Mt
Buller | Mt
Hotham
Mt Bogong is the highest peak, rising 6553 feet/1986 m, Mt
Buffalo about 5950 feet/1816 m. Criss-crossing the entire region are numerous roads,
tracks and trails making for unsurpassed scenic touring. Perhaps the most renowned of all
is the Great Alpine Road. This route leads from Wangaratta through valleys and across the
very top of the Victorian Alps to Bairnsdale on the south-east coast.
Getting There
It is advised to rent a car or travel by Driver Guide Coach.
Contact us about our self drive rental cars or self drive 4wd Toyota Landcruiser/Troop
Carrier Safaris to the Victorian Alps.
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Climate: Warm to hot summers, crisp cold winters and snow
in the upper elevations.
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