Challenging Hikes Sydney

Starlight Trail Hike

BEST HIKE IN 'Straya? Blue Mountains GRAND CANYON HIKE. Pub Lunch & Beer.

From TIMEOUT Magazine: *"One breathtaking bushwalk claimed the crown as the nation’s favourite. The gold medal went to the **Grand Canyon Track** – a challenging yet short hike through the lush rainforest of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. The 6.3-kilometre circuit passes gently cascading waterfalls, giant ferns and moss-covered rocky overhangs that look straight out of a fairy tale."* Yup. A fahkin' fairy tale that ends with a beer and lunch. (Moved this to October as more sunlight will make for a better day!) **THE HIKE.** It's a 6.3kms loop hike. NSW Parks estimates 3-4 hours, which means this hike is medium in difficulty (430m of altitude gain is a lot of steps, but it's not that bad when you're there). It's absolutely beautiful - waterfalls, greenery, views, and more. It's like somehow Mother Nature carved out this perfect crevasse - hiking it has you exiting civilisation into Jurassic Park-esque world. *Fitness matters here, but we will be hiking at a relaxed pace so we enjoy our surroundings.* Last time I had a video of the hike here. I deleted it. Just come. At Step #1 where we view Evans Lookout, it's truly a "Woowowowowowow" type start. It only gets better from there. **THE TRANSPORTATION.** A train arrives at Blackheath Station at 951am. Let's meet at the pub across the road. There's parking and toilets there. However, let's try to get enough drivers for this one. The train arrives in Penrith at 827am. **[Perhaps drivers pick us public transporters there? Let's discuss this all in the whatsapp chat that you must join on this hike!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KngCa1lMtdUEAoSy6zXuGP)** **LUNCH.** "[Spikes Bistro](https://www.facebook.com/p/Spikes-Bistro-Blackheath-61574548437651/)" (where all the locals are going these days) is now a family run joint at the golf course with GREAT food. I'll make a reservation right on the same balcony we had last time! It's a perfect ending to The Grand Canyon, and the family is thankful to have our business. Let's support the locals who support us. **ANOTHER HIKE.** We'll have cars. Shall we do another short hike? I'm open. Charles Darwin Trek is newly open, and it's an easy one with top, top views of Wentworth Falls. Valley of the Waters? Another 10/10 waterfall hike. Or no doubt you'll be able to get a lift to Blackheath Station if you need to get home. **THE DRIVERS.** We need some drivers for this one. If you drive each passenger you take from will chip in some cash - I'll see to it. We looooove you drivers! **THE LOGISTICS.** a) Gratuity $15 Cash or PayID on the day. b) Let's try to start hiking by 1030am absolute latest. c) Last minute Cancels and No Shows... *I'm not even going to say it.* d) Have a backpack filled with... well, you know all this shit by now. Make a list. Be safe. Be smart. This will be a hike you won't forget - I can't wait to see the "Holy shit, WOW" look on all of our faces! See you soon. MJ 0439 635 699 **In pressing the “Attend” button for this hike, you acknowledge that:** a) You are healthy and fit to complete the hike describe; b) You have read and will follow [NSW National Parks Bushwalking Safety Guidelines](https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety) for this hike; c) You have no chronic / underlying health issues that deter you from completing this hike; and d) You understand your host is just that – your host, not a professional hiker – and that you and you alone are responsible for your hiking health, safety, and wellness; and e) You’ve been advised to obtain individual [hiking insurance from 1Cover](https://www.1cover.com.au/adventure-travel-insurance/hiking-trekking/?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=gads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=13564994076&utm_term=adventure%20travel%20insurance&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=13564994076&gbraid=0AAAAAD_bfRAu6Io5ZkHeiIYCP_evtsQ_z&gclid=CjwKCAjwz5nGBhBBEiwA-W6XRLm8Itjn1am8sdPMxVhBtRmsDOWkolLlVATJcXW5jW-9JgB7hb9kMhoC7M0QAvD_BwE).

HIKEFit_EXpress - Summit Sessions

**Feeling unsure about hiking?** You’re not alone. Many new hikers worry about endurance, steep trails, or what gear to use. **HIKEFit_EXpress – Summit Sessions** is designed to help you start hiking confidently — at your own pace — while building fitness, strength, and trail skills. ## **What You’ll Do in Each 60-Minute Session** **40 Minutes of Guided Hiking** * Explore beginner-friendly local trails * Build stamina gradually without feeling overwhelmed * Enjoy the outdoors in a supportive, encouraging environment **20 Minutes of Strength & Balance Training** * Exercises to support hiking muscles * Improve stability, flexibility, and injury prevention * Perfect for all fitness levels ## **Learn More Than Just Fitness** In **Summit Sessions**, you’ll also: * Get essential **gear tips** for safe and comfortable hikes * Discover **local trails** perfect for beginners * Learn about **longer hikes and international treks** so you can plan future adventures with confidence * Connect with a friendly community of fellow new hikers ## **Why Join HIKEFit_EXpress – Summit Sessions?** * Build endurance and strength **gradually**, without pressure * Gain confidence to tackle your first 2–3 hour hike * Learn skills that make hiking enjoyable and safe * Start your mornings energized and inspired

WE HIKE... to the YACHT PARTY OF 2026!!!

**WE HIKE TO THE YACHT PARTY 2026** **SATURDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2026** **(Yup. That pic is our yacht! Look at it!)** Here we go team... you asked for it. We provide it. Last year was super, super fun. We Hike to the Bar has doubled in size, so *"You're gonna need a bigger boat..."* So. We got a bigger boat. More fun. More chaos. More memories. Newbies, guests feel free to join in - always more fun if you come on a hike with us leading up to the event. Here we gooooooo! **SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:** 10AM: \*\*3HRS (OPTIONAL) SYDNEY HARBOUR HIKE 1PM: \*\*ONE HOUR TO CHANGE, BYO FOOD, BYO DRINKS. 2PM: \*\*DEPART KING ST WHARF ON WHITEHAVEN 5PM: \*\*ARRIVAL KING ST WHARF 530PM: *AFTER PARTY AT HELM BAR, OUTDOOR TERRACE* [ALL PAYMENT DETAILS, ETC WILL BE DISCUSSED IN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP. CLICK ON THIS LINK - YOU MUST JOIN (if you registered your interest you are already in there).](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ig0MHnm7TLFFC1rupyF28N) **WHITEHAVEN** (55 foot Catamaran, up to 70 hikers, 2 spacious decks, lounge seating, quality sound system, swim ladder) **PRICE: $110**. Payment info will be in the whatsapp group. Includes the hike, the yacht + 2x wharf fees, BYO food fee, BYO booze fee, 3x staff fee, BBQ fee. I’ll bring 1x sausage / bun for all, crisps, and salads for the vegetarians. *Sorry no refunds, but tickets are transferable (expecting a waitlist for this one)!*

Hanging Rock, Blue Mountains

**Ya know what’s well hung? Rocco Siffreddi. Florida. And Hanging Rock.** One is in Italy. The other the USA. And the last that’s the shining star in this event just 1.5hrs from Sydney? The Blue Mountains. Hanging Rock looks crazy. Looks fun. Looks like we should check it out. NOTE. This is only a “I’m interested in this adventure” at this stage. The event is not on a Wednesday - it's just to gauge interest. We'll plan it / we’ll do this event with no more than 20 hikers. And of course... with a beer to "Cheers" at the end. Politely stating: if you’ve not hiked with the group before this event won’t be for you. I need to know your skill / ability. Please don't sign up if I don't have your mobile / haven't been on hikes before. Interested in some proper adventure? Sign up!

🌲⛰️ Popes Glen, Govetts Leap & newly reopened Pulpit Rock Lookout 🌲⛰️

⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Saturday, 10 October 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 10.40am. 🚊 MEETING POINT: Blackheath station (start & finish), Great Western Hwy entry/exit. 🌍 Please use Google maps for exact location, not Meetup maps! ******************************************** 🥾 DISTANCE: 16km return. 🥾 GRADE: Moderate on a steady pace, not snail pace! 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and downs hills, lots and lots of steep stairs, creek crossings, rock scramblings and a bit of bush bashing at few overgrown sections. 💪🏽 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery in parts. 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🚶‍♂️Upon arrival at Blackheath station, we will proceed immediately on a local roads via Popes Glen and Govetts Leap with amazing views of the waterfalls and Grose Valley in Blue Mountains NP. ℹ️ Pulpit Rock Reserve in Blackheath has now reopened following major restoration works, including improved access, picnic facilities, accessible amenities and upgraded walking tracks. https://www.bmcc.nsw.gov.au/media-centre/pulpit-rock-reopens-after-major-upgrade 🚶‍♀️From the platforms that remain, the view is the one that made Pulpit Rock a favourite. It is an almost 360-degree sweep across the Grose Valley to Govetts Leap and the Blue Gum Forest, with cliff lines stretching out to Mt Banks. https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/pulpit-rock-lookout 🥪 We’ll have a lunch break at the revamped picnic area soaking up the magnificent views with lots of photos and selfies. 🚶Depending on the day, we may visit a “secret cave” on our way back to Blackheath station. Shhhh! 🤫 ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: ℹ️ Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. ℹ️ For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ You must assess your own fitness and ability before participating in this event. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must adhere and follow the instructions from your organiser/s at all times during this event. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. ❎ If you’re not sticking with the group or getting lost during the walk, you’re responsible for finding your own way out. The group DO NOT wait for you! ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ Keep well back from cliff edges at all times, especially when taking photos. ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking of any kind on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse backgrounds. This is not a dating event. ✅ If something’s come up, please Edit your RSVP to ‘Not Going’ asap at least by 7pm the day before. It’s only take a second!
❎ Late cancellation or No Show would not be tolerated. You will forfeit the opportunity to join my future events! ******************************************** 🎒WHAT TO BRING 🎒 👕 Comfortable outfit for the weather preferably hiking gear. Jeans or cotton t-shirt is not suitable for this walk. 🥾 Waterproof hiking boots or good grip walking shoes/trail runners highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER, Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and packed LUNCH. 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent ie: Bushman or Aerogard and hand sanitiser. ⛑ Basic First Aid Kit ie. BandAids, bandages, antibacterial wipes etc. 🧥 Light raincoat or a poncho just in case of wet weather. 🤩 Great sense of fun and adventure. ℹ️ This is a great article tips on preparation for Day Walk Skills & Gear. Bushwalk Skills 101: https://www.bushwalk.com/article/8398 💵 GRATUITY/CONTRIBUTION: $10 CASH per person for this event to be collected at the start of the walk. ✅ Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet. 📲 Or PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Pulpit Rock. ******************************************** 🚊 Check Opal Trip Planner for public transport services, weekend trackwork etc. https://transportnsw.info/ 🚗 Carpark on Station Street near the entry/exit or side streets. 🏃‍♂️ Please leave home with plenty of travel time and arrive promptly. If you’re running late, we don’t wait! ******************************************** ✍️ I will update further information during mid week on weather forecast, train schedule from Central etc. Check latest update on comments section before heading out. 📲 Any questions, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion with unnecessary updates on comments section. 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

Rose Bay to Watsons Bay Circuit Walk (14km) Easy-Grade 1

This walk combines the Hermitage Foreshore Track from Rose Bay to Parsley Bay in Vaucluse with the Coastal Cliff Walk via Watsons Bay and South Head. Meeting up outside Rose Bay Wharf, we begin the walk to the Hermitage Foreshore Track which we follow to shark beach at Nielsen Park. We then continue through Parsley Bay Bridge to Watsons Bay where we have lunch at Robertson Park (option to exit the walk at Watsons Bay). After lunch we do the South Head loop walk around the Hornby Lighthouse to the famous `Gap` with cliff top views out to the Pacific Ocean on the one side and Sydney Harbour and the city on the other. We then follow the Coastal Cliff Walk past Macquarie Lighthouse finishing the walk down the road back at Rose Bay ferry wharf. TRANSPORT OPTION: Bus 324 or 325 from Town Hall or Wynyard or Edgecliff Station. Check Opal Trip Planner for updates. BRING: 2 litres of water, snacks, lunch, first aid kit, rain gear, sun protection. GRATUITY: There will be a $10 gratuity for this walk in cash or via PAY ID: 0412797279 JBehattin ALL MEMBERS MUST HAVE NOTIFICATIONS TURNED ON IN THEIR SETTINGS SO YOU CAN RECIEVE NOTIFICATIONS OF EVENTS UPDATES, CHANGES OR COMMENTS AND PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THE EVENT DETAILS THE NIGHT BEFORE! NOTE: If you are feeling unwell or unfit, please stay home! Limit of 30 people only for safety, so please only RSVP if 100% committed to attend! There is no excuse for not updating your RSVP in a timely manner for those on the waitlist to be able to attend. Accumulative NO-SHOWS and members who display disrespectful or inappropriate behaviour will be banned from the group. Members who show up for events inadequately packed with essential supplies will not be allowed to attend the event for their own health and safety. Walks are graded according to the difficulty of the terrain and access to exit points. Bushwalking is a skill. Members are responsible for assessing their own fitness and experience level before attending an event. All members are responsible for exercising duty of care for themselves and others. Be conservative for safety! Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns: 0412797279. Please message me your name and number so you may be contacted in an emergency or any other problem during the event. SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Please stay within sight of the group at all times and do not walk in front of the leader. If you get lost you are on your own and must find your own way out. If you see any potential health or safety problems, please ask the people involved to be careful and not risk accidents or injuries to themselves and other people. And please communicate with the group and the leader any problems! Immediately! So we can Stop! Access! Respond! DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Easy Pace Adventures Meetup group.

🌸CQ🌸WATSONS BAY🌸BONDI BEACH🌸COOGEE BEACH🌸

MEETING: Circular Quay Wharf 2 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:00 for the 10:15 ferry to Watsons Bay 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: This is one of the best walks in Sydney, with glorious harbour and/or beach views the entire way. Watsons Bay-Diamond Bay-Bondi Beach-Tamarama, Clovelly, Gordon’s Bay, Coogee Beach with several spots to enjoy a beverage at the finish 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Bondi Beach 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: Spectacular, and hopefully the odd 🐳 🌸☀️🌸 GET OUT POINTS: the entire way 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Ferry to Watsons Bay, return Bus to the City 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVP to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below: https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

Shady 15km St Ives to Roseville. Garigal NP. Be active, healthy & happy.😎

**Garigal National Park- St Ives to Roseville - 15km** I would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land on which I walk, the Garigal people & pay respect to the Elders past, present & emerging. **🌳8.45am Meeting Place:** **[Gordon Station, Stand A.](https://tinyurl.com/4ykddcx8)** **🌳About:** This is a picturesque walk of the northern end of Garigal National Park with water views most of the way. It has a lot of shady parts along the creek too & is a good warm weather distance. A nice early finish gives you time to do something else on the day. **🌳Route:** From Gordon Station we catch the 197 bus for an 11 minute trip to our starting point in St Ives. We walk down a street and follow a track along Middle Harbour Creek to Davidson Park. To finish we cross Roseville Bridge to the bus stop. There's frequent buses back to the CBD or Chatswood. We should arrive at Roseville around 1.30pm. **🌳Distance:** 15km **🌳Type of walk:** Shady with well established bush tracks & fire trails. **🌳Difficulty:** Easy. There are some rocky & uneven sections. Total elevation is only 190m. **🌳Walking Pace:** We will maintain a steady pace and average 4-4.5 km per hour. **🌳Public** **Transport:** *From CBD.* Depart - 8.00am [Central Station, Platform 16](https://tinyurl.com/bdf9csp5). Arrive - 8.36am [Gordon Station, Platform 3](https://tinyurl.com/465evnpr). *From Meeting Place.* Depart - 8.45am [Gordon Station, Stand A](https://tinyurl.com/4ykddcx8). Arrive - 8.56am [Mona Vale Rd at Kitchener St](https://tinyurl.com/3p9xzfyt). At the end of the walk the [bus stop](https://tinyurl.com/3rk87ben) has frequent buses that take about 15 mins to get to Wynyard or Chatswood. **🌳What to bring:** * Trailwalker shoes with good grip * 2 litres of water, optional hydralytes * BRING LUNCH & snacks. No food to buy on the way. * Light rain jacket depending on conditions * Sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim * Eagerness to explore **🌳Gratuity:** There will be a $10 cash gratuity for this walk or Pay ID alternatively. By ***RSVP*** to this meetup you agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of Aussie Explorers which can be found [here](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/). ***SAFETY WARNING:*** Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Please stay within sight of the group at all times. ***DISCLAIMER:*** Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. If you have any questions, please leave a comment below or Message me. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. **Mark F** 😎

The Sydney Gelato Circuit - Milson’s Point to Leichhardt!

**It's getting hot, it's that time of the year! Gelato time!** **We will stop at a minimum of 4 gelaterias, among the best Sydney has to offer.** **If you love gelato, this is the walk for you! Not only do you get to have as much as you want, but you get to use up the calories by walking them off.** **We will start at Milson’s Point at 9.30am.** **From here we will walk across the Harbour Bridge and around the coastline to Barangaroo, where we find our first stop, Rivarino Gelateria (I will think there is something drastically wrong with you if you don’t try and like their gelato).** **There is also an alternative near-by, Anita's Gelateria.** **From here we will head to the Fish Markets for Cow and the Moon Gelateria where we will stop for a 30 minute lunch. You can bring your own food, but why do that when you can have even more gelato!** **From here we will go to Tramsheds where there is Gelato Messina and then (if we are able to) we will walk through some parks in Annadale to Norton Street in Leichhardt at our final stop, Bar Italia or Lunetta Gelateria.** **Each gelateria stop will be around 15 mins (depending on the cues) and there is no obligation to have a gelato at every stop (although you will need to have at least one during the day).** **A bus from from here will take us back to the city.** **No problem if you are lactose intolerant, discreet “fluffing” is not encouraged but allowed as long as no one complains about you on the day!** **We will aim to finish without a feeling of overindulgence or indigestion by 3.30pm.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: About 16 km, pretty flat.** **GRADE: Medium, mainly because of the distance (I could have made it shorter but we have to burn the calories gained from the gelatos somehow).** **NOTE: Plenty of get-out points, just let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water (refill points available), and dress for the weather.** · **Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight** · **RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

Nakasendo Way Japan by E Bike

Nakasendo Way by E Bike Tokyo to Kyoto about 500 km of cycle paths, back roads and forest paths, medium grade cycling made easier by modern E Bikes Cycling about 50km per day crossing two mountain passes, amazing scenery and fabulous ancient well preserved villages, think Megome and Tsumago plus Kiso Valley for those amazing thatched roof houses. Mountain views, rolling hills and the lakes of Suwa and Biwa the latter Japan's largest lake and we get to cycle around 2/3 of it on fairly flat cycle paths! Please ask for a full itinerary including day by day cycling and KM, accommodation At the time of RSVP please email david@discoverytravel.com.au your name and mobile number failure to do so at time of RSVP you will be moved to not going! Price is $2450 per person twin share plus bike hire as below. Deposit is non refundable and change and or cancellation fees apply for any cancellations, ask for details. Luggage are not included can be forwarded each day or over several days to reduce cost as remote cycling at its best! Bike racks and bags can be rented too. You are welcome to bring your own bike! **Cycling:** Bike hire is not included standard road bikes aprox jpy19000 per week Ebike aprox JPY24000 per week see link for more details [https://cycletrip.jp/ja/item_detail.html?s=471](https://cycletrip.jp/ja/item_detail.html?s=471) (The giant E Bikes are fabulous and comfortable to ride, fitting is extremely important) *Most days can be shortened or skipped by train if you wish* **Rinko bag:** These are required to take bikes onto trains, wheels need to be removed to fit into the bag and shoulder carried onto trains (We can mix in and help each other) Rinko bags can be pre purchased on Amazon or in Japan at Mont Bell (fabulous Japanese outdoor store) [https://www.montbell.com/jp/en/products/detail/1130425](https://www.montbell.com/jp/en/products/detail/1130425) **Cycling:** I suggest e bikes but if you are a hard-core cyclist welcome to take a road bike, Japan is a fabulous country for bike packing. Itinerary may change. This is an international travel trip and travel insurance with unlimited medical cover, including existing conditions is compulsory. By RSVP this meetup you agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of Aussie Explorers which can be found here: [https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/) Aussie Explorers organisers and leaders accept no liability during this meetup, leaders try to ensure the safety and well-being of members at all times however as this is a weekend away travelling, exploring different areas and hiking in the great outdoors accidents happen, please take responsibility for your own safety and your belongings. Deposits are non-refundable, final price is subject to currency fluctuation. **Inclusions:** Accommodation and leader throughout, gpx file if you would like it to navigate on your phone. **Additional:** Luggage transfers each day are about AUD$15 if you would like it, Bike Rental is about JPY24000 per week, both us extras which add up best get a quote. Rinko Bag is about JPY9990 purchased in Japan

Berowra Creek - Thornleigh to Asquith

We are continuing our idea of following Berowra Creek from Source to the Hawkesbury River. This one follows much a trail we have done before along the Great North Walk, but also diverts to end at Asquith Railway station - so public transport friendly. This is about 10.5km, with a few climbs halfway, and near the end For public transport Central Platform 18 at 7:48am gets to Thornleigh at 8:32am, or whatever other options work for you to meet at that time. See [What3Words](https://what3words.com/figure.robots.same) for meeting point, which is on The Esplanade side of Thornleigh station.