RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
The Gorge Lookout and Chalet
The Gorge Day Visitor Area is perched on the edge of Mount Buffalo Gorge, offering stunning views over sheer granite cliffs down to the Ovens Valley. A regular launching place for abseilers, rockclimbers and paragliders and at the base of the historic chalet, the Gorge picnic area is easy to find, has lots of parking, is incredibly pretty and views to knock your socks off. The Visitor Area boasts a viewing platform and toilets for disabled visitors and a historic…
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…
Lake Catani, Mount Buffalo
Lake Catani is an idyllic area located on the Mount Buffalo Plateau, surrounded by the iconic alpine ash and snow gum forests. During the warmer months, Lake Catani is a popular destination for day visitors and campers alike. Something for all ages, well marked walks for all levels, abundant wildlife, picnic spots aplenty, views to take your breath away and memories to be made while you whittle away your days in this pristine alpine patch. The Lakeside Day Visitor Area,…
Adventure Enduro
The Adventure Enduro is a one-day adventure fest with a host of exciting activities crammed together into one epic outing. This is the ultimate day of fun and challenge for both body and mind. Under the watchful eye of former Special Forces operators, you will push yourself through a series of adventure activities in a race against the clock. To complete the course will take teamwork, stamina and a ‘never say die’ attitude. This is the perfect event to join…
Great Alpine Walk 7 Day – Self-Guided
Few places in Australia offer such a diversity of pristine scenery and hiking options as the Victorian Alps. This inn-to-inn walk traverses striking landscapes of alpine forests, grassland, snow-blanketed mountains, precipitous ridges and high plains. The alpine hiking trails cover some of the most spectacular sections of the 700km Alpine Walking Track from Walhalla to Canberra. With each breath of fresh alpine air, the stresses of modern life will slowly be left behind. Take in dramatic views from the breathtaking…
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