Helena Adventure Teen Hike
Trip Duration
5 Days
Hike Duration
5 Days
Age
14 / 17 yrs
Group Size
Max 12
Difficulty
4
Your extraordinary adventurous journey with WA teen hike specialists
Powerful resilience, confident independence, lasting life skills
Helena Adventure Teen Hike (5 days/4 nights)
An inspiring and fun 5-day teen hike adventurous journey which is magnificent for any teen. You will walk out with a new self-discovered belief and independence. Our teen hikes have been designed directly for all teens and Participants of the Duke Of Edinburgh Award. Perfect for your school Duke Of Edinburgh WA program.
Didier Walks celebrates inclusion and diversity. You will gain powerful resilience, confident independence, lasting life skills. The extraordinary benefits of our hikes last long after the hike is over. Our hikes have a hugely positive effect on a teens self-confidence and mental health.
This life-changing genuine backpacking hike takes place on a 71km section of Western Australia’s world-famous long-distance Bibbulmun Track on our way to Kalamunda. You are supported by experienced youth mentors and hiking guides.
- Grand Jarrah woodlands
- The smooth Wandoo forests
- Breathtaking views and sunsets over the Helena Valley
- A stunning days hike to the perfectly situated Waalegh Campsite
- Wildlife
- Mundaring Weir
- Northern Terminus – Kalamunda
HIKING ITINERARY
Day 1: Brookton Hwy – Mt Dale Campsite – 11 km
Day 2: Mt Dale Campsite – Waalegh Campsite – 20 km
Day 3: Waalegh Campsite – Helena Campsite – 10 km
Day 4: Helena Campsite – Hewitt’s Hill Campsite 20 km
Day 5: Hewitt’s Hill Campsite – Kalamunda 10 km
Total: 71 km
Note: Daily distances are estimated & rounded off from the Bibbulmun Track Map
TRANSPORT – PICK UP/DROP OFF
This hike requires participants to plan their own journey to and from the hike. Carpooling may be possible in some circumstances. Please notify us if you are able to offer transport. e.g. share fuel cost
Departure/Drop Off: 08:45 am – McDowall Rd (gravel)/Albany Hwy, Mt Cooke
Destination/Pickup: 01:00 pm (location in Kalamunda to be advised)
INCLUDED
- Qualified & experienced Guides
- Fully licenced Dept. Parks & Wildlife Commercial Operator
- 90 Min Pre-hike planning group Zoom
- 90 Min Pre-hike pack shakedown Group Zoom
- Individual pre-hike support
- Duke Of Edinburgh Award reports
- Individual goal mentoring
YOU PROVIDE
- Check out our Multiday Hiking Gear List
- Money for food & drink at a destination cafe/restaurant (when applicable) – Bring around $25.00. Check out Hiking Food
PREPARATION
Didier Walks are proud and recognised for the extensive preparation we offer for every hike, including pre-hike Zoom sessions. The planning group Zoom meeting will run as soon as the minimum numbers are reached. Check out our Multiday Hike Preparation page.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD – Adventurous Journey
This hike meets the requirements to complete the following Adventurous Journey paths…
- Bronze – Combined Practice & Qualifying Journey
- Silver – Combined Practice & Qualifying Journey
- Gold – Combined Practice or Qualifying Journey
NDIS SERVICE PROVIDER
Didier Walks is an experienced NDIS hiking and life transition Mentor for people with a disability and mental health. Organise a confidential chat with Didier to discuss your needs.
Want to know more about LifeTrail? About Us
WHY JOIN US
- A WA-licenced hiking operator with the Department of Parks and Wildlife.
- Almost 3000 km of hiking experience, including a 2016 solo hike of the 1000 km Bibbulmun Track.
- Recognised Duke Of Edinburgh International Award Activity provider by schools and families since 2017.
- Didier has 20 years of mentoring experience in disability, mental health, recreation and training.
- You will not find a more personal and passionate Guide than Didier.
