Victorian High Country
$1595 AUD
November 13-17 2026 (5 days)
Challenging
Max Group: 10
above the snow gums
Mt Bogong & the Bogong High Plains
Five days on foot through Victoria’s highest mountains, open alpine plains and snow gum country.
At 1,986 metres, Mount Bogong is the highest point in Victoria. Its name comes from bugung, the Dhudhuroa word for the brown moth, a reference to the Bogong moths that have long brought First Nations people into these mountains.
Our journey takes us up from the forested slopes and into the open alpine country above, crossing the Bogong High Plains and spending much of the trip among snow gums, exposed ridges and high camps.
Reaching the summit is part of the journey, but not the whole point of it. We have five days to travel through this country, camp along the way and make decisions around weather, water and how the group is moving. There’ll also be plenty of opportunity to get involved with navigation, camp life and the practical side of travelling through the mountains.
What to expect:
Total Distance: Around 80km
Total Ascent: Approx 4500m
Typical Day: 12-18km
Time on foot: Around 5-8 hours
Terrain: Steep forested climbs, exposed alpine ridges, snow gum country, high plains, river valleys and some rough or less-defined sections.
Highlights
Stand on the summit of Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest mountain at 1,986 metres
Spend five days travelling through proper alpine country, with broad high plains, exposed ridgelines and long views across the Victorian Alps
Camp beside classic High Country huts, including places such as Cleve Cole Hut, depending on the route and conditions
Visit the Octopus Tree, a wonderfully strange old snow gum tucked away in the High Country
Experience the transition from forested approaches to the open country above the snow gums
Good chances for wildlife encounters, including the possibility of spotting brumbies, wallabies, birds of prey and other alpine wildlife
Wild camp in high, exposed country where weather, water and conditions help shape the journey
Get involved with navigation, camp life and the everyday decisions that keep a small expedition moving well
Through the Foothills
We’ll begin low on the forested slopes of Mount Bogong, where the mountain still feels enclosed and heavily wooded. The first part of the journey is a proper climb, steadily gaining height through tall forest before the vegetation begins to change and the snow gums start to appear.
It’s a good introduction to travelling with a full pack and finding a comfortable pace as a group. As we climb, the views begin to open behind us and the scale of the mountain becomes much more obvious.
Above the Snow Gums
Eventually the trees thin out and the landscape changes completely. Forest gives way to open alpine slopes, broad views and the feeling of being properly up in the mountains.
Mount Bogong rises to 1,986 metres, the highest point in Victoria, and reaching the summit will be one of the major objectives of the journey. From the top, the Victorian Alps stretch away in almost every direction, with the Bogong High Plains spread out beyond.
Travel above the treeline also means being much more exposed to weather. Wind, cloud, heat and sudden changes in conditions can all influence how we move through this section, so there will be plenty of opportunity to think about route choice, pacing and how a group travels safely through alpine terrain.
Huts, Creeks & High Camps
After the summit, there are several ways the journey can unfold. We may camp beside one of the High Country huts, find a sheltered creekside camp or continue into quieter parts of the alpine country depending on weather, water and how the group is travelling.
Places such as Cleve Cole Hut are part of the character of these mountains, offering a glimpse into the long history of people travelling and working in the High Country. Depending on the route, there may also be an opportunity to visit places like the Octopus Tree, one of the wonderfully strange old snow gums hidden away up here.
We’ll still carry our own shelters and camp independently. The huts are places to visit, gather around and sometimes camp beside, rather than accommodation we rely on.
Huts, Ridges & the Journey Home
One of the things that makes this journey interesting is how quickly the landscape changes. From high exposed ridges we can descend into sheltered river valleys, cross creeks and forested country, then climb back towards the enormous open spaces of the Bogong High Plains.
It’s this contrast that gives the trip much of its character. At times the mountains feel close and enclosed. At others, the country opens up and you can see layers of mountains stretching into the horizon.
By this stage we’ll have settled into the rhythm of travelling together, carrying what we need, choosing camps, managing water and adapting the route as conditions change. The exact shape of the final part of the journey will remain flexible, giving us room to make the most of the mountains rather than forcing the trip into a predetermined schedule.
What’s Included:
Five days of Mountain Immersive trip facilitation
All meals and snacks during the journey
High quality, lightweight expedition tents
All group cooking equipment and fuel
Water treatment
Group navigation equipment and maps
Group first aid equipment
Satellite / emergency communications
Any required camping and park fees
A small piece of Mountain Immersive kit to take home
Pre-trip information, gear guidance and group briefing
Not Included:
Transport to and from the trip meeting point
All personal clothing and equipment listed on the trip packing list
Personal travel expenses before or after the trip
Personal travel / ambulance insurance
Any meals or accommodation outside the trip
Booking Policies
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