Bibbulmun Walking Breaks

Explore the Bibbulmun Track your way…

Want to experience the best of the Bibbulmun Track but don’t know where to begin? Discover the highlights of the Track and hidden treasures of the South West with our Bibbulmun Walking Break itineraries.

Ranging from two to six days, each itinerary includes suggestions for day-walks on the Track, as well as interesting sights and attractions to visit, in and around the Track Towns.

Pick one itinerary or join several together to create your own epic, customised Bibbulmun Track holiday adventure.

Itineraries

Head for the Hills (Perth Hills)

Located just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD, the Perth Hills are the ideal place for a weekend away on the Bibbulmun Track. Walk through the beautiful jarrah and marri forests of Mundaring, explore the historic town of Kalamunda and climb to the summit of Mount Cooke, the highest point of the Darling Range.

Time: 1-2 days

More itinerary features:

• Visit the galleries, cafés and heritage buildings of Mundaring and Kalamunda.
• Sample the wares of the wineries, cideries and restaurants of the Bickley and Carmel Valleys.
• Enjoy the waterfalls and beautiful gardens of Araluen Botanic Park.

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Enjoying the view over Lake CY O ’Connor

Rolling Hills and River Valleys (Collie to Balingup)

Travel from peaceful jarrah forest to rolling green hills in this three-day adventure through the towns of Collie and Balingup. Follow the Track over dams and through valleys, enjoy a delicious lunch at the Mumballup Pub and soak up the warmth and hospitality of quaint country towns.

Time: 2-3 days

More itinerary features:

• Take a dip in the Wellington or Glen Mervyn Dams.
• Explore the scenery of Wellington National Park.
• Visit the fragrant fields of Balingup Lavender Farm.
• Explore the Blackwood River Valley food and wine trails.
• See trees from all over the world in Golden Valley Tree Park.
• Take a detour to the Ferguson Valley wine region.

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Taking a break in the Golden valley Tree Park.

Karri Voyager (Donnelly River Village to Northcliffe)

Follow the Bibbulmun Track deep into the South West’s magnificent karri forests. Beginning in the historic mill town of Donnelly River Village, travel through lush karri forest, cross the beautiful Beedelup Falls and skirt the edges of peaceful rivers and lakes on your way to and from the timber towns of Pemberton and Northcliffe.

Time: 2-5 days

More itinerary features:

• Meet the friendly, local wildlife of Donnelly River Village.
• Climb the Diamond, Gloucester or Bicentennial fire lookout trees.
• Enjoy a dip in the tree-lined Big Brook Dam.
• Try your luck at trout fishing.
• Get a panoramic view from Mount Chudalup.
• Explore the wild and rugged scenery of D’Entrecasteaux National Park

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Beautiful Beedelup Falls.

Clifftops to Treetops (Albany to Walpole)

Explore some of the Bibbulmun Track’s wildest and most spectacular scenery on this journey through the Great Southern region. Travel along the rugged cliffs and coastlines of Albany to the ancient tingle forests of Walpole, stopping at the beautiful beaches of Denmark along the way.

Time: 3-6 days

More itinerary features:

• Climb to the top of Castle Rock for an incredible view from the Granite Skywalk.
• Experience the fury of the Southern Ocean at The Gap, The Blowholes and Natural Bridge in Torndirrup National Park.
• Treat your taste buds on the Denmark Food and Wine Trail.
• Swim in the crystal clear waters of Greens Pool and Elephant Rocks.
• Get a bird’s eye view of the forest on the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk.
• Enjoy the serenity of the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets.

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On the way to Torbay campsite.

Getting started

What do I need?

What you need to bring depends on which itinerary you pick, but if you plan to spend a day walking on the Bibbulmun Track we recommend that you:

• Wear good walking shoes, comfortable loose fitting clothes, and a waterproof/windproof jacket.
• Take a watch, wear a sunhat and use sunscreen.
• Pack a bottle of water (1-2 litres depending on distance, terrain and weather).
• Pack a basic first-aid kit and blister kit.
• Purchase a Bibbulmun Track day walk map pack. (link to https://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/shop/category/day-walk-map-packs)
• For some itineraries you will need to pay a National Park entry fee.  Alternatively, buy a National Parks pass online.

For more tips, visit our Day Walks – Getting Started webpage.

What kind of transport do I need?

Our itineraries are designed to be self-driving trips, so you’ll need a car or vehicle. Some of our itineraries also include a one-way day walk, which means you’ll need to organise a lift to and from the Track with a local transport operator.

What are the walks like?

The day-walks in our itineraries range from shorter walks that take a couple of hours to full-day hikes. All of the day-walks suggested require you to have a moderate to good level of fitness, so pick the walks that best suit your schedule and pace.

What accommodation is available?

You will find a variety of accommodation in every Track Town, ranging from campsites and backpackers, to hotels and chalets. We recommend booking ahead, especially during summer and school holidays when these popular towns can get very busy.

In the Track Towns, you’ll also find Walker Friendly Businesses, which support the Bibbulmun Track. These local service and accommodation providers will help you get the most out of your walk. Check out our full list of Walker Friendly Businesses.

Where can I find more information?

For more information on planning the perfect Bibbulmun Track trip, visit our Section by Section Guide.  Here you’ll find directions to Track Towns, Track highlights, Track conditions and weather forecasts.

Taking in the view over William Bay..