Why Guided Multi-Day Walks
Nothing clears the mind and sparks the senses like spending time in nature. Taking a guided walk with Great Walks of Australia means enjoying the tranquility, beauty and drama of nature with guides who know the land, are committed to your safety and the enjoyment of your experience.
Small group walking journeys that nourish body, mind and spirit
Exploring Australia on foot offers a deeper, more meaningful way to experience the country’s most remarkable landscapes. Our small group guided walking adventures combine the restorative power of nature with exceptional hospitality. Great Walks of Australia bring a level of comfort and care rarely found on traditional hikes.
From premium lodges to beautifully prepared swags beneath the stars, each walk enhances your time on Australia’s trails and tracks with thoughtful touches that make every step more rewarding.
Walk in Comfort, Arrive Renewed
Every Great Walk of Australia is designed to leave you feeling physically recharged, mentally clearer and deeply connected to nature. Guests enjoy a considered balance of challenge, comfort and care.
Your experience may include:
• Lodge-based accommodation or comfortable eo-wilderness camps
• Chef- inspired meals featuring local and seasonal produce
• Lightweight packs to carry or day packs only on some itineraries. Some walks provide luggage transfers.
• Carefully designed amenities that allow you to relax fully each evening
It’s hiking with ease. An approach that brings out the best of multi-day walking while allowing you to savour the journey at your own pace.
The Transformational Power of Time in Nature
A guided multi-day walk is more than a holiday. It is a complete reset for body and mind.
Growing scientific research highlights the genuine health benefits of walking in nature:
• Time on trails and tracks reduces stress, lowers cortisol and improves emotional wellbeing.
• Walking in natural environments improves clarity, creativity and overall cognitive performance.
• Regular movement outdoors has been linked to slower cognitive decline.
• Awe-inspiring landscapes help foster meaning, connection and renewed purpose.
• Natural terrain supports heart health, muscle tone, balance and joint strength.
• Forest environments contain beneficial compounds that support immune function.
• Disconnecting from digital demands often leads to deeper self-reflection and personal reset.
Many guests describe the experience as transformative. A return to simplicity, presence and a renewed sense of self.
Guided Journeys That Go Deeper
Travelling with experienced guides enriches your walk with knowledge, insight and context you wouldn’t uncover on your own.
Our operators carefully select guides who:
• Hold extensive knowledge of local ecology, geology and cultural history
• Create a supportive environment for learning and discovery
• Bring warmth, encouragement and genuine Australian hospitality
• Foster meaningful connections within small walking groups
With a guide, you explore in the footsteps of First Nations peoples, witness ancient stories in the landscape, and develop a deeper appreciation for the evolving and diverse terrain beneath your boots.
A Safe, Supported Experience From Start to Finish
Safety and wellbeing are at the centre of every Great Walk of Australia itinerary.
Operators invest in:
• Highly trained, wilderness-ready guides
• Advanced first aid and accredited safety qualifications
• Professional communication and emergency equipment
• Thorough safety protocols and contingency planning
You can step onto the trail with confidence, knowing you are fully supported every moment of the journey.
Where the Journey Leads
A Great Walk of Australia offers more than beautiful scenery. It offers space, stillness and the chance to reconnect with what matters.
These journeys invite you to:
• Slow down and breathe deeply
• Reawaken your senses
• Build physical strength and resilience
• Clear mental clutter
• Connect with fellow travellers
• Gain a renewed appreciation for Australia’s wild landscapes
• Carry home memories and insights that last long after the walk ends
These are not just walks. They are grounding, elevating, life-enhancing experiences across some of the most spectacular trails and tracks in Australia.
Refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page to read some of the commonly asked questions or refer to each walk page to learn more about the Great Walks of Australia collection of multi-day guided walks here.