South Coast Teen Hike

South Coast Teen Hike (7 days – 6 nights)

This inspiring, incredible life experience on the Bibbulmun Track section is between Northcliffe and Walpole, so peaceful and remote you will forget the world. Departing from Perth, the trip is a total of 9 days.

• Lake Maringup – is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the southwest and Didier’s favourite campsite on the Bibbulmun Track.
• Pingerup Plains
• Mandalay Beach
• Tingle forest
• Windy Harbour
• The Gardner, Shannon, Deep and Walpole Rivers
• Shannon, D\’Entrecasteaux, and Walpole-Nornalup National Parks

LifeTrail celebrates inclusion and diversity; our teen hikes have been designed directly for all teens and Participants of the Duke Of Ed Gold Adventurous Journey. For more information, look here at the Duke Of Edinburgh International Award.

This life-changing, genuine backpacking adventure occurs on a 139 km section of Western Australia’s world-famous long-distance Bibbulmun Track. The Pingerup Plains has some of the most diverse ecosystems and stunningly located campsites like Lake Maringup.

Walk amongst Giant Karri trees and one of the most profound experiences for a south end-to-ender, the first view of the south coast.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

You will learn and experience independence, self-awareness, resilience and confidence like never before. You will be given opportunities to take self and group responsibilities suited to your goals and abilities.

Our groups are encouraged to bond naturally without pressure, in their own time. Didier continually assesses everyone\’s adventure progression on the trail to assist you in achieving your goals and having the most fantastic time.

HIKING ITINERARY

Day 1: Northcliffe Town – Gardner Campsite – Total: 15 km
Day 2: Gardner Campsite – Lake Maringup Campsite – Total: 17 km
Day 3: Lake Maringup Campsite – Dog Pool Campsite – Total: 25 km
Day 4: Dog Pool Campsite – Mt Chance Campsite – Total: 19 km
Day 5: Mt Chance Campsite – Woolbales Campsite – Total: 22 km
Day 6: Woolbales Campsite – Long Point Campsite – Total: 18 km
Day 7: Long Point Campsite – Walpole – Total: 23 km

Total: 139 km
(Distances may vary slightly between websites and maps and have been rounded off.)

TRANSPORT

Bus & Train by TransWA

MEALS PAID BY THE PARTICIPANT

Northcliffe: Dinner (Restaurant) & Breakfast (BYO)
Walpole: Dinner (Restaurant) & Breakfast (Cafe)
During transport: Cafe
Spare cash for snacks, coffee, cake, etc

INCLUDED

• Qualified & experienced Guide
• Fully licensed Dept. Parks & Wildlife Commercial Operator
• Always a small group – Max 12
• Individual goal planning
• Any planned transport during a hike (when applicable)
• Extensive individual preparation, including a 60-minute Zoom session
• Two extensive group video pre-hike information sessions
• Transport to Northcliffe and from Walpole
• Accommodation costs in Northcliffe and Walpole
• Duke Of Edinburgh Award reports (if applicable

YOU PROVIDE

• All gear and food. Limited gear is available for hire on the booking page. Check out our Multiday Hiking Gear List

PREPARATION

LifeTrail is proud and recognised for the extensive preparation for every hike, including pre-hike Zoom sessions. Check out our  Multiday Hike Preparation page.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL AWARD – Gold Duke Of Ed

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 & Qualifying Journey

Conditions: A minimum of 4 peer bookings are required to meet Duke Of Ed regulations for Participants under 18 years old.

NDIS PROVIDER

LifeTrail 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.