Melbourne Adventurers 20s-40s (OZ Adventurers)

【Itinerary】
Day 1:
Drive to the Grampians. Please bring your lunch as we will have a picnic when arrived Grampians.
Set up our tents at our campsite (Smiths Mill Campground).
Do the Chatauqua Peak Loop hike (6km), then Hiking to Balconies lookout, Boroka lookout, enjoy the sunset.
Back to campsites for cooking and dinner.

Day2:
Sunrise if you can get up early.
Pack the tents.
Do the Mount Rosea track hike (12km)
Drive back to Melbourne

【Cost】
$20 including campsite fee, group management fee. After the bank transfer, I will add you to the Facebook Messenger group for this trip to discuss hike, camping, and car pooling.

【Car Pooling 】
To be environment-friendly and cost-effective, we help with carpooling. You can join the carpooling group as either a driver or a rider in the link above. Recommended riders pay $35-$45 ( or other amount as agreed with the driver) to the drivers to cover fuel, parking and other costs.

【What to bring?】:
Sufficient water per day (2 litres min.);
Sunscreen;
A hat and suitable shoes;
A first-aid kit;
Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, and mattress)

【Risks and Waiver of Liability】
By attending the OZ Adventurers event, I represent that I am in good physical health and capable of participating in the event. I understand that risks of Injuries and Damages are involved in hiking and other adventure travel, and I appreciate that I may have to exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me. I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY OZ Adventurers, Its organisers, leaders, volunteers, members and attendees from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages.

Join a small group of Australian travelers (ages 20s to 40s) for an epic 16-day adventure across Brazil! From scaling coastal peaks in Rio to swimming in crystal-clear desert lagoons and tracking wild jaguars in the Pantanal, this trip is designed for active, like-minded explorers.

### 📌 Trip Overview

• Dates: 6 September – 21 September
• Group Size: Small group (Australian travelers, 20s–40s)
• The Highlights: 🥾 Iconic coastal rock hikes in Rio de Janeiro
  🏝️ Freshwater lagoons among white dunes in Lençóis Maranhenses
  🦩 Scarlet Ibis flocks in the Parnaíba Delta
  🤿 Snorkeling crystalline subterranean rivers in Bonito
  🐆 Tracking wild Jaguars on safari in the Pantanal

### 🗓️ Proposed Itinerary

(Note: The detailed daily activities will be collaboratively discussed and finalized by the group.)

• 6 Sep: Depart Australia / Fly to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• 7 Sep: Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) & Sugarloaf Mountain Sunset
• 8 Sep: Hike Pedra Bonita (Beginner/Intermediate) + Relax at Ipanema & Copacabana Beaches
• 9 Sep: Hike Pedra da Gávea (Advanced/Challenging)
• 10 Sep: Morning in Rio / Fly to São Luís
• 11 Sep: Explore historic São Luís & organize excursion transport
• 12 Sep: Tour Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (dunes & lagoons)
• 13 Sep: Preguiças River boat tour
• 14 Sep: Parnaíba Delta (Spotting bright-red Scarlet Ibis flocks)
• 15 Sep: Fly to Campo Grande
• 16 Sep: Subterranean cave & river snorkeling tour in Bonito
• 17 Sep: Bonito freshwater adventure tours
• 18 Sep: Drive to the Pantanal & begin Jaguar Tracking
• 19 Sep: Wildlife Safaris in the Pantanal
• 20 Sep: Full-Day Wildlife Safaris in the Pantanal
• 21 Sep: Drive back to Campo Grande & international departure flight

### 💰 Expenses & Cost-Sharing

• Shared Cost Model: This is a non-profit, shared-expense trip. We will transparently split all shared costs for transport, accommodation, local tours, and group fees.
• Organizer Contribution: A small contribution of $10 AUD per day ($160 AUD total) per participant goes to the organizer to help cover the significant time and administrative costs of planning and logistics.
• Flights: Please hold off on booking individual flights until recommended routes are shared with the confirmed group.

### 📝 Important Notes

• Co-Op Style Trip: This is not a commercially guided tour. The organizer is a volunteer from our community coordinating the logistics and enjoying the trip alongside everyone else.
• Travel Insurance: Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is mandatory for all overseas trips with our group.

### ⚠️ Waiver of Liability

By attending this OZ Adventurers event, I confirm that I am in good physical health and capable of participating in all activities. I understand that outdoor adventures, hiking, and travel carry inherent risks of injury and property damage, and I agree to exercise extra care for my own safety and the safety of others. I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY OZ Adventurers, its organizers, leaders, volunteers, and participants from any and all liability or claims resulting from personal injury, illness, or property damage connected to this event.

THIS EVENT IS FULL. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE ADD YOURSELF TO WAITLIST.

About:
Once you RSVP you will be put on the waitlist. Please DM me to make your payment and secure your spot on this trip

Summary:
Come along for a 3-days and 2-nights hiking adventure down at the beautiful Wilson's Promontory. We will be hiking part of the Southern Circuit visiting pristine beaches and enjoying the sea breeze air.

You must be physically fit and mentally prepared especially for this hiking trip as the track has some hilly and steep sections and you will be carrying a hiking pack every day.

Distance : 40km +\- grade 3 over 2 days
Maximum number of spots available: 5

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please beware that this trip may be cancelled due to the weather. Heavy rainfall or snowfall.
Please make sure you pack warm clothes and appropriate camping gear for minus degree weather. I will assess the weather closer to the trip.

You must have all the base camping gear prepared for this trip.

Itinerary:
31th Oct - Sunday: Day 1.
Drive to Wilson's Promontory and everyone meets up at Tidal River Visitors Centre at 9:30 am sharp. We set off on the hike at 10:00 am to Halfway hut campsite (4.5hrs- 11.9km) where we will be camp for two nights. We will have a 30min to 1-hour lunch break halfway through the hiking trip. We get to the camp by 3:00 pm -3:30 pm. Once at the campsite set up camp, relax, and think about what to make for dinner.

1st Nov - Monday: Day 2.
A day hike for a total distance about 16km. We will hike south to the light house and head up east along the coast to Waterloo Bay Beach then head west back to the camp site. The view is amazing for this section. to Little Waterloo Bay (5.5hrs - 13.8km). We will have a 30min to 1-hour lunch break halfway through the hiking trip and aim to get to the camp by 4:00 pm. Once at the campsite set up camp, relax, have a swim and think about what to make for dinner.

2nd Nov - Tuesday: Day 3.
Pack the tent, breakfast, leave the campsite by 9am and hike back to Telegraph Saddle Car Park (4.5hrs - 12km) and take a shuttle bus back to the visitors centre. We will have a 30min to 1-hour break halfway through the hiking trip. We will reach the car park around 1.30pm.

Stop over in Melb for a beer if people are keen.

What to bring:
You will need to be self-sufficient for this camping and hiking trip.

• Food
• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping mat
• Camp chair
• Warm/waterproof clothing
• Water container/ bladder
• Hiking clothing- NO JEANS
• Hat/beanie
• Gloves
• Hiking shoes/ boots and socks
• Comfy shoes at Basecamp
• Comfy basecamp clothes
• Head torch
• Jetboil unit/ trangia or stove
• Cooking gear/utensils
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent

Food for 3 day and 2 night:
2x Breakfasts
2x Lunches
2x Dinners

• Snacks
• Drinks
• Water 10 - 20 litres

Additional information: I’ll have a basic first aid kit with me at all times while we are on this hiking trip.

There’s a picnic area and drop toilets at the camping site. Please bring your own toilet paper.

The campsite has water resources.

Cost:
Campsite fee - $16.2 for two nights
Management fee- $24
Total cost: $40

Carpooling:
This will be arranged once participants have RSVP and paid for the trip and will be placed in the GOING section. Please DM me with the area you are located in so that carpooling can be arranged.

【Risks and Waiver of Liability】
By attending the OZ Adventurers event, I represent that I am in good physical health and capable of participating in the event. I understand that risks of Injuries and Damages are involved in hiking and other adventure travel, and I appreciate that I may have to exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me. I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY OZ Adventurers, Its organisers, leaders, volunteers, members, and attendees from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages.