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Hikes in Australia

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Australia: where vibrant waters, lofty mountains, and lush forests sit afar from the dry outback ridden with stories of yore. This country is a marvel to explore, peppered with travelers navigating caravans, those pesky kangaroos, and fun cultural quirks. One thing’s for sure: you won’t grow bored in Australia.

When you’re in the mood for bright blue coastlines, head to Byron Bay. After soaking in the vibrant blues, pack up and make your way to Queensland for rainforest magic. Listen to the hundreds of species hum lullabies for you while you look out for other phenomenal wildlife, such as the Lumholtz’s tree kangaroo. Daintree Rainforest deserves a spot on your bucket list!

You can’t go to Australia without checking out the incredible world-famous Great Barrier Reef. Pack your snorkel gear and gaze into one of the most enchanting underwater worlds (if not the most enchanting underwater world). Lastly, it’s next to impossible to have a country as rustic and outdoorsy as Australia and not boast hiking excursions! Discover unforgettable scenery along the coast or tucked high into the Australian Alps. If you want the outdoors and adventure, Australia is your go-to destination!

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    Open details for Grand Canyon Track

    Grand Canyon Track

    Moderate
    5.8 km
    294 m
    2-2.5h

    The Grand Canyon Track is one of the most popular hikes in Blue Mountains National Park for a reason! It’s hard not to fall in love with the lush green setting lined with historic sandstone walls. And that’s not all: pass waterfalls that artfully enchant. Reap in the ultimate reward of an incredibly scenic viewpoint of Grose Valley. The bottom line is that the Grand Canyon Track is a worthwhile adventure!

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    Open details for Burramoko Fire Trail to Hanging Rock

    Burramoko Fire Trail to Hanging Rock

    Moderate
    11.1 km
    262 m
    2.5-4h

    The Burramoko Fire Trail to Hanging Rock follows an eventful, decently flat path to Hanging Rock, where incredible views of Hanging Rock itself leaning into the valley below create one of the more picturesque images in Blue Mountains National Park. Thanks to the vista, the boring path to and from the viewpoint will be the last thing on your mind after completing this moderate adventure!

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    Open details for Wentworth Falls, Fletcher’s Lookout and Rocket Point Lookout Track

    Wentworth Falls, Fletcher’s Lookout and Rocket Point Lookout Track

    Easy
    2.3 km
    132 m
    1h

    Wentworth Falls, Fletcher's Lookout and Rocket Point Lookout Track in Blue Mountains National Park, Australia, is a fun, kid-friendly route that knows how to entertain. Wander by waterfalls and five lookouts: Jamison Lookout, Wentworth Falls Lookout, Fletcher's Lookout, Rocket Point Lookout, and Princes Rock Lookout. Talk about epic! 

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    Open details for Valley of the Waters to Wentworth Falls Walk

    Valley of the Waters to Wentworth Falls Walk

    Moderate
    6.0 km
    329 m
    2-3h

    Want to elevate your heart rate and enjoy a montage of unreal views? The Valley of the Waters to Wentworth Falls Walk in Blue Mountains National Park deserves to sit atop your must-do hiking list. You can take your entire family along, but pack snacks to boost your little ones' energy. This is a moderately challenging hike!

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    Open details for Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk

    Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk

    Hard
    15.0 km
    949 m
    5.5-7.5h

    The Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary via The Golden Stairs Walk is a challenging out-and-back adventure in Blue Mountains National Park. Bring snacks and water, and get ready for just under 1,000 m in elevation gain!

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    Open details for Three Sisters Track to Lady Game Lookout Walk

    Three Sisters Track to Lady Game Lookout Walk

    Easy
    1.0 km
    64 m
    0.5h

    The Three Sisters Track to Lady Game Lookout Walk is a short hiking adventure in Blue Mountains National Park, Australia. Expect phenomenal scenery and views packed into a brief outing! You will have to navigate some stairs, which will increase your heart rate.

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    Open details for Sassafras Gully, Victory Track, and Magala Gully Loop Walk

    Sassafras Gully, Victory Track, and Magala Gully Loop Walk

    Moderate
    10.5 km
    365 m
    3-4h

    The Sassafras Gully, Victory Track, and Magala Gully Loop Walk immerses you in a lush, shaded area while taking you along a creek! If one word could describe this walk, it would be: peaceful. However, it can get wet and soggy at times. Be ready for a couple of creek crossings!

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    Open details for Lockleys Pylon Walk

    Lockleys Pylon Walk

    Easy
    7.1 km
    176 m
    1.5-2.5h

    Looking for unforgettable views? Put Lockleys Pylon Walk at the top of your must-do adventure list in Blue Mountains National Park. This hike travels to an incredible 360-view of Mount Hay and Mount Banks from atop the pylon! You’ll also enjoy unreal views of Grose Valley sprawled below.

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    Open details for Cliff Top Track and Grand Canyon Walk

    Cliff Top Track and Grand Canyon Walk

    Moderate
    13.5 km
    615 m
    4-5.5h

    Want a hike that promises unreal views and a decent workout? The Cliff Top Track and Grand Canyon Walk in Blue Mountains NP, Australia, is a spectacular way to reap hiking rewards! Most people utter one word and one word only along this hike: wow. So get ready for a montage brimming with fantastic scenery.

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    Open details for Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

    Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

    Greece
    Trekking
    Self-Guided
    4 days
    From $195
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    This tour is your chance to trek one of the most mystical mountains on earth: Mount Olympus. This self-guided journey starts in Litochoro, an enchanting town at the foot of Greece’s highest peak. Then you’ll spend two days on the mountain, sleeping in a mountain hut on the second night. You should be comfortable hiking up some serious elevation on this tour to reach the summit, a worthy reward for your effort.

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    Open details for Jericho to Jerusalem through Wadi Qelt Tour

    Jericho to Jerusalem through Wadi Qelt Tour

    Israel
    Trekking
    Self-Guided
    2 days
    From $190
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    The incredible Jericho to Jerusalem through Wadi Qelt Hiking journey from Jericho to Jerusalem is the perfect introduction to the natural beauty of the West Bank region that spans Palestine and Israel. Journeying on foot, you’ll experience these iconic areas in a truly unique and spectacular way.

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    Open details for Avalanche Skills Training 1 in the Canadian Rockies

    Avalanche Skills Training 1 in the Canadian Rockies

    2 days
    From $225
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    Avalanche safety is a must-have tenet of backcountry adventure and a critical step in keeping yourself and your adventure partners safe in the wintertime and shoulder season. The Avalanche Skills Training 1 in the Canadian Rockies tour is a practical chance to learn the basics of avalanche safety in one of the most beautiful mountain environments in the world.

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    Open details for Self-Guided Mount Triglav Trek

    Self-Guided Mount Triglav Trek

    Slovenia
    Walking
    Self-Guided
    3 days
    From $250
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    Take on a quintessential Slovenian trekking adventure to the summit of its highest mountain! The Self-Guided Mount Triglav Trek allows you to hike at your own pace and enjoy the incredible scenery of Triglav National Park.

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