Wild River Teen Hike
Trip Duration
3 Days
Hike Duration
3 Days
Age
14 - 17 yrs
Group Size
Max 12
Difficulty
3
Wild River Teen Hike (3 days/2 nights)
- Tranquil and stunning Murray River in Winter
- Jarrah and Marri forest
- Murray Campsite
- Assorted wildlife
Wild Murray Teen Hike is your Bibbulmun Track adventurous journey. Stunning river, tranquil forest, natural wildlife.
The Murray campsite is situated right on the bank of the Murray River. Spectacular Jarrah and Marri forest along one of Didier’s favourite sections.
On day 1, we follow a 12 km section along the river to the Murray campsite.
Day 2 brings its spectacular challenges, a remote, tranquil forest where wildlife can abound; it is one of my favourite day sections of track.
Day 3 is a gentler and shorter hike, with beautiful forests where we have seen Wedgetail Eagles, Emus, wild pigs, and even an Echidna, but sorry, there are no guarantees. Arrival in Dwellingup is always a time to celebrate our outstanding accomplishments with a celebration lunch.
LifeTrail celebrates inclusion and diversity; our teen hikes have been designed directly for all teens and Participants of the Duke Of Edinburgh International Award.
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. Didier brings an unrivalled passion on every hike, over 15 years of youth mentoring, and 2500 km of hiking experience.
HIKING ITINERARY
Day 1: Driver Rd to Murray Campsite – 13 km
Day 2: Murray Campsite to Swamp Oak Campsite – 18 km
Day 3: Swamp Oak Campsite to Dwellingup – 14 km
Total: 55 km
TRANSPORT
This hike requires participants to plan their journey to and from Dwellingup. Parents, if you haven’t visited Dwellingup, it’s a beautiful and peaceful day out. Check out Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre. Carpooling may be possible in some circumstances. Please notify us if you can offer transport. e.g. share fuel cost
Departure/Dropoff: 08:00 am – Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre (see map)
Destination/pick up: 02:00 pm – Waypoints Café, Dwellingup (Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre)
Hikers will be transported from Dwellingup to the hike start point by local operator Dwellingup Transfers.
INCLUDED IN PRICE
- Qualified & experienced Guide
- Fully licenced Dept Parks & Wildlife Commercial Operator
- Bus transport during a hike between Dwellingup and Driver Rd, where the hike begins
- Extensive individual and group preparation (Zoom meetings)
- Duke Of Edinburgh Award reports
- Individual goal mentoring (on request)
YOU PROVIDE
- Check out our Multiday Hiking Gear List
- Own transport to and from Dwellingup. From the same school? Carpooling is a good option.
- Money for food & drink at the Waypoints Cafe – Bring around $30.00. – Check out their Menu
GEAR FOR HIRE
You can hire hiking gear while completing the booking form. There is limited gear, so first in, first served.
- 65 to 70-litre backpack
- One-person tent
- Inflatable sleeping mat
- Stove/gas cooker
- Inflatable pillow
- Headlamp
PREPARATION
Didier Walks are proud and recognised for our extensive preparation for every hike, including pre-hike Zoom sessions.
Check out our Multiday Hike Preparation page
DUKE OF EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL AWARD
This hike meets the requirements to complete the following Adventurous Journey paths…
Bronze – Combined Practice & Qualifying Journey
Silver – Combined Practice or Qualifying Journey
Gold – Not applicable
Conditions: A minimum of 4 peer bookings are required to meet Duke Of Ed regulations for Participants under 18 years old.
NDIS PROVIDER
Didier Walks is an experienced Mentor for people with a disability and mental health.
ABOUT US
On this hike, you will be guided and Mentored by Didier, Miriam and Maddie. Want to learn more about us? About Us
2024 Hikes Dates & Cost
No dates confirmed.
Need a hike for your school, group or yourself?
Contact us, let’s see what may be possible.
USEFUL LINKS
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.
