RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Mt Bogong Pack Horse Tour

Highest of High Country, featuring spectacular climbs and descents across the top of Victoria. Wild rivers, stunning views, secluded camps and diverse landscapes. The horses are a feature of this expedition, each of them our own bred and trained mountain horse, expertly matched to the rider. Each day the camp is packed up, loaded onto the packhorses and the journey continues. Riding is between 15 to 25 kilometres per day with opportunities for loping canters across open plains. Camps are…

The Star Hotel

Welcome to the Star Hotel, located in central Bright, they offer a great place to enjoy a drink with friends, a good hearty pub meal with plenty of entertainment provided by Fox Sports on all televisions. As well as full TAB facilities, a gaming room and great background music provided by Nightlife. They offer family friendly dining, two outdoor dining spaces and can easily cater for large groups. Their pub menu is full of the classics but don’t forget to…

Mt Buffalo Cathedral Explorer

Over a few hours you will walk, squeeze through chimneys, scramble under, over and around boulders, climb some rope ladders and finally scramble right to the highest point on the Cathedral. After taking in some amazing views that not many people get to appreciate we have an exciting abseil right back to the ground. This is not a rock climbing tour, or an abseiling tour, though it includes a bit of both. Think of it as very adventurous bushwalking with…

Bridgewater

Spread across half an acre of parklike gardens and established trees, adjoining Bright’s famous Ovens River, this resort-like executive retreat gives seclusion and magnificent bushland views. With its subtle blend of a North American lake house vibe in a modern Australian way, this two-storey home, with all the modern finishing’s and encompassing five generous bedrooms all with their own private bathrooms. They are a proud Ride High Country preferred property, providing a number of items for your cyclists needs.

Mr Smith

Mr. Smith, is the latest designer level property, a brand-new designer penthouse sleeping six guests in stylish surrounds. This ultimate holiday escape features stunning fixtures and finishes and is spread over two luxurious levels, providing you with a truly unique experience. Whilst it showcases all the necessities that a home away from home would, Mr Smith will take you away from the standard “home away from home” feeling and send you into indulgent luxury. The upstairs of the home features…

Myrtleford White Water Kayaking

Viewing the picturesque scenery of the Ovens River from Myrtleford on top of a sit on top kayak. They supply experienced local guides for paddling down the Ovens river in the grade two rapids along with all the activity specific gear that is needed. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia

Portaledge Cliff Camping – Beyond The Edge

Beyond the Edge is Australia’s first and the world’s highest commercial portaledge cliff camping experience. This unique adventure experience includes a thrilling overnight stay on a portaledge suspended over a sheer 300 metre cliff face in the stunning Mount Buffalo gorge. Abseil down to your portaledge perched high on the majestic cliffs of the North Wall of Mount Buffalo gorge. Absorb the breathtaking views whilst you enjoy your dinner and settle in for an unforgettable night of adventure sleeping on…

Magnolia on Monash

This unique modern home offers the perfect space for your holiday experience. Fit for families or groups of friends wanting to bask in all that the property and the region has to offer. You will need to appreciate this homes flair for the contemporary. Design devotees will be drawn to the master bedroom, a dark and moody space that feels like a separate world to the rest of the home. The statement charcoal walls are however confined to the master…

Harrietville Caravan Park

Harrietville Caravan Park is the ideal destination to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The park is beautifully situated at the base of the Alpine National Park on the banks of the Ovens River in the historical gold rush town of Harrietville. Your hosts welcome you with a wealth of local knowledge and hospitality. The park pays homage to traditional Australian caravaning and camping adventures offering on-site caravans and powered and unpowered sites. The grounds are…

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

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A visit to Bright & Surrounds isn't complete without a taste of our local craft brews, fragrant gin, apples cider or moonshine.

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TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING WINES

Crisp cool nights and warm summer days make the Alpine Valley one of the country's most delightful boutique wine regions.

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