Christmas GRAMPIANS: 2-Day trip: HIKE + DINNER, LOOKOUT, KAYAK, Meditation

• 🌏 MELBOURNE → GRAMPIANS🏙️ + CHRISTMAS DINNER
• 📅 FRI-SAT 25-26 DEC, 2-DAY TRIP ☀️
• ✨Nature, Peaks & New Stories✨
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  🌿 Grampians Christmas Getaway — Nature, Peaks & New Stories 🌄🎄
  This Christmas, leave the city behind and step into the magic of the Grampians (Gariwerd) — where rugged mountain ranges rise above peaceful valleys, forest trails lead to spectacular lookouts, and every view has a story to tell.
  Across two unforgettable days, we’ll explore Venus Baths, kayak across a tranquil lake, spot kangaroos and emus, and enjoy a guided 10 km forest and mountain hike. As evening arrives, we’ll settle into our cosy shared accommodation, prepare a festive Christmas BBQ, exchange Secret Santa gifts and finish the night with meditation beneath the stars.
  ✨ This is more than a sightseeing trip — it’s a Christmas celebration filled with nature, movement, laughter and genuine connection.
  🛶 Beginner-friendly kayaking and a welcoming small-group atmosphere make it easy to join, even if you’re travelling solo.
  🎄 Come for the mountains and adventure — return with new friendships, beautiful photographs and memories stitched together along the way.
  😊 You don’t need to know anyone before joining — arrive as a guest and leave feeling part of the group.
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🎒 All-Inclusive for $329
✅ Round-trip transport in a comfortable Mercedes minivan 🚐
✅ Guided 10 km hike with gear 🥾
✅ Kayaking on a stunning lake (gear provided) 🛶
✅ Unlimited snacks, soft drinks, coffee & tea ☕
✅ Visit to breathtaking lookouts🌄
✅ 1-night Cosy shared accommodation ✨
✅ Spot native wildlife
✅ Christmas BBQ
✅ Meditation & grounding
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🕒 2-Day Itinerary Highlights
Day 1
🌅 07:30 — Meet at St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street
🍉 08:30 — Refreshment stop
☕ 10:30 — Welcome morning tea & snacks (included)
🥾 10:45 — Explore Venus Baths & scenic peaks walk
🍽️ 12:30 — Picnic & lunch (BYO) with tea & snacks (provided, ulimited)
🛶 13:30 — Kayaking on a beautiful lake (beginner friendly!)
🦘 16:30 — Spot native wildlife
🚐 17:00 — Scenic drive through the ranges
🍝 17:30 — Hotel check-in & relaxation - shared accommodation
🏨 18:00 — Christmas BBQ - Group dinner - preparation/cooking
🎁 19:00 — Secret Santa and Christmas
✨ 20:00 — Meditation under the stars
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Day 2
🍳 07:30 — Hotel check-out & breakfast - emu greetings
🥾 08:30 — Guided 10 km forest+mountain easy hike (190m elevation)
🥪 13:30 — Lunch break + Picnic
✨ 14:30 — Meditation & grounding
🌊 15:00 — Breathtaking lookout visit
☕ 17:00 — Stop for refreshments
🏙️ 18:30 — Return to Melbourne, filled with memories
📍 Drop-off: Hamer Hall, Melbourne🌄
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💰 How to Book?
Secure your spot with a $329 transfer
Please note: An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding!

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🌟 Limited spots available—RSVP now to avoid missing out! 🎒
Spots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!
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❗️Please Note:
Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.
In all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿
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🎒 What to Bring?
✔️ Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)
✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket🧥
✔️ Long pants & long sleeves 🌿
✔️ Hat/beanie 🧢
✔️ Lunch for day 1+2
✔️ Christmas dinner share plate
✔️ A positive mindset & big smile! 😊
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📢 Questions? Feel free to DM me anytime! 📩
✨ Let’s make this an adventure to remember
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🌟 Days Include :
🥾 A 10 km guided forest hike (190 m elevation gain)
🍉 Snacks, coffee/tea, soft drinks
🌄 Visits to stunning lookouts
🚐 Scenic road trip through
✨ Meditation & grounding
😊 Christmas BBQ
🛶 Kayaking on a beautiful lake
✨ Cosy shared accommodation
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Perfect for:
✅ Solo travellers who would like to meet new people
✅ Couples and friends
✅ Active beginners
✅ Nature and photography lovers
✅ People spending Christmas away
✅ Anyone looking for a friendly alternative Christmas experience
You don’t need to know anyone before joining — most guests arrive as strangers and return as friends.
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Credited or refunded only if the event is canceled/moved. Non-refundable in any other cases
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***Two Days. Endless Views. Lasting Joy. ***
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LIABILITY WAIVER
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

## COVID-19 Safety Measures

• The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
• If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
• Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!