KAYAKING, CAVING AND CLIMBING
Get to know nature intimately on one of these jaw dropping outdoor adventures.
ROCK CLIMBING & ABSEILING
Abseil or rock climb the awe inspiring granite formations of Mount Buffalo with experienced guides. These activities are most suited to summer due to harsh winter conditions in the alpine areas, although alternate locations are available during the colder months.
PADDLEBOARDING
This fun and easy activity is well suited to summer when the river runs gently. Hire your paddleboard from Bright Adventure Company and head out on the still water at the Bright River Pool or Porepunkah River Pool. Kayaks are also available for hire. A great activity for families.
KAYAKING TOURS
Kayak the scenic Ovens river anytime of year. In winter, the river runs fast and high, making it an ideal white water rafting experience, while in summer when water levels drop and the current slows, it's perfect for a leisurely float that allows you to settle in and enjoy the views.
CAVING TOURS
Escape the heat in summer and head underground on a caving tour of Mount Buffalo. Choose between adventures in the underground river cave or a dry canyoning tour that can include everything from abseiling, rock climbing, rock scrambling and ladder climbs.
TOUR OPERATORS
Adventure Guides Australia
Adventure Guides Australia (AGA) has been providing outdoor adventure tours in the Victoria High Country area since 1985. Their activity locations include Mount Buffalo National Park, Alpine National Park, Beechworth, Bright, Ovens River, King River, and Kiewa River. AGA offers…
Bright Adventure Company
Bright Adventure Company offers the most exciting guided outdoor experiences in and around Bright, Victoria. Abseiling, rock climbing, kayaking, rafting, underground river caving and more, they have the perfect adventure waiting for you. Looking for a truly once in a…
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE
GUIDED TOURS
Indigenous Art Sites
Interested in indigenous history? looking into the art work and listening to the stories around the art work and the area? Come along to the guided tours to learn more about the indigenous culture in the Beechworth and Mount Pilot…
South Wall Advanced Abseiling (Full-day)
Feel like a full day adventure to challenge you mentally and physically? Tackle our South Wall Abseil. This 250 metre abseil can be a big challenge as the first pitch is 90 metre long looking over the Ovens Valley and…
Australian Cycle Tours – Victoria
Australian Cycle Tours specialise in high quality self guided and guided cycling experiences in a selection of the most beautiful regions in Australia, including the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail and the Great Victorian Rail Trail. They are the people…
Bogong in a Day
Guided by Falls Creek Guides Embark on an expertly guided ascent of Mt Bogong (1,986m), Victoria’s highest peak, with Falls Creek Guides. This challenging yet rewarding hike takes us via the Eskdale Spur, offering spectacular alpine views, high-country history, and…
Mount Buffalo Beginners Abseiling
Looking to challenge the family, friends or yourself without jumping in the deep-end? Have a go at the beginners abseiling. It is fun, challenging and rewarding all at once. With a variety of sites ranging from eight metres – 35…
Labour Day Long Weekend Escape – Bogong Horseback Adventures
Join Bogong Horseback Adventures three day Packhorse Adventure and experience a truly Australian experience. Get a little saddle grease on your trouser seat this Labour day long weekend. Travelling the High country with Packhorses provides a balance between our living…
Howling Husky Park
Howling Huskys offers thrilling dog sled tours, heartwarming husky meet-and-greets, snowmobile rides, dingo encounters, husky walks, live sled dog demonstrations and festive husky transport for Christmas events. They also host unique wildlife parties and so much more. There’s something for…
The Hurt Locker
For the serious athlete, this ultra-tough adventure course has been inspired by the gruelling SAS Selection and is designed to test your mettle. The Hurt Locker has been specially designed to reflect the conditions faced by SAS candidates. Whilst under…
Polar Paws Express
Come jump in a sled with a team of Howling Huskys for a thrilling ride through the snow-covered trails of Mount Hotham! Guided by one of our experienced mushers and powered by a team of roughly eight huskies, this adventure…
PREPARE FOR ANYTHING
From snow to bushfires, floods and gale-force winds, the weather in the High Country can be fierce and change rapidly. Always check conditions before venturing out, ensure your equipment is working and carry adequate food, water and warm clothing. Importantly, download the VicEmergency and the Emergency Plus apps to your phone.
Notify someone of your plans before you set out. Many parts of the High Country have poor or no mobile phone coverage. In remote areas, emergency beacons and satellite devices are recommended for your safety.
LEAVE NO TRACE
Our region is sensitive to human presence. We are privileged to have endangered animals such as platypus, pygmy possums and alpine dingoes surviving in our environment. Your behaviour has a direct impact on our flora and fauna. When driving or riding, stay on formed roads and don't cut new lines. Protect our wildlife and the beauty of our environment by taking all rubbish with you.
Never light a fire on a Total Fire Ban day. When fires are permitted, always extinguish your campfire completely before leaving. Enjoy our outdoors, and remember, leave no trace.
NATIONAL PARKS
RARE AND BEAUTIFUL
Experience the uniquely Australian beauty of the Victorian Alps, an alpine environment like no other in the world.