Location
Schlink Hut Track & Jagungal Wilderness, Kosciuszko NP
Duration/Distance
~55km / ~4 days in/out
Track Grade
Grade 4 — Medium–Hard
- Multi-day alpine route (~55 km over 4 days)
- Includes rough and steep sections, creek crossings
- Remote environment; good bushwalking experience recommended
Fitness Level
Suitable if you can:
- Walk 13–18 km on consecutive days
- Handle ~1,800–1,900 m total ascent over 4 days
- Carry a ~15 kg pack in exposed alpine conditions
Pricing
From AU$2,000 per person
A classic 4‑day / 3‑night, ~55 km alpine pack‑hike linking historic huts. Scattered across the Snowy Mountains high country are the Horse Camp, White River’s, Schlink Hilton, and Valentine’s (and, weather/time permitting, Mawsons) huts. Rough timber and iron structures that once sheltered graziers, skiers, scientists, and adventurers. This hike traces their stories while traversing alpine meadows, rivers, and snowgum woodlands.
Travel through high country on gravel roads and winding paths with multiple water crossings, big skies and bigger stories. This is a demanding wilderness experience supported by expert guides, meals and safety equipment.
- Visit at least four iconic huts; learn their histories and uses
- See bright‑red Valentines Hut above Valentines Creek
- Training plan and pack‑list provided on booking
- Guide ratio of 1:3 (min) for safety and quality
- Qualified archaeologist/historian guides; small‑group pace with regular interpretive stops
- Small group, bespoke experience
(4 Days / 3 Nights | ~55 km in/out)
- Day 1 – Guthega → Horse Camp / White River Hut
Meet at Guthega Power Station car park; follow valley trails to camp; alpine safety briefing. - Day 2 – White River → Schlink Hilton Hut
Cross high passes; history of the Scheme; hut etiquette and conservation. - Day 3 – Schlink Hilton → Valentines Hut (optional Mawsons detour)
Visit Valentines Hut; conditions‑dependent off‑track section toward Mawsons (only in suitable weather). - Day 4 – Valentines → Guthega (Exit)
Return via high‑country trails; celebratory lunch; trip debrief.
Exact route may vary with weather, conditions and group ability.
(Times are approximate and may vary with group pace and weather conditions.)
- Professional guiding by archaeologist/historian guides (min 1:3 guide‑to‑participant ratio)
- First‑aid kit, Personal Locator Beacon and satellite phone (emergency use)
- Meals: 3 x dinners, 4 x lunches, 3 x breakfasts + snacks & hot drinks
- Stove and filtered/treated water; plates/cutlery/cups
- Training plan & pack‑list emailed on booking
- National Parks access fees
- Safety and navigation equipment
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BEFORE booking, please note:
- Pricing
- Standard ticket – Suitable for all participants aged 17+ years.
- Youth ticket – Suitable for participants aged 12-16 years. Youth (12–16) receive 20% off Standard ticket price.
- Minimum age – 12 years old.
- Under-18s – All participants under 18 must attend with a parent/guardian (1:1).
- 65+ years old – Participants aged 65+ must provide a GP medical clearance letter during booking.
- You’ll be asked for date(s) of birth during booking.
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