Cattleman's Historic Huts Tour in Victorian High Country

Highlights

  • Explore the rugged beauty of the Alpine National Park while discovering the rich history of remote huts.
  • Camp under the stars near Jamison Hut, immersing yourself in the stunning landscapes of the Victorian High Country.
  • Traverse diverse bush terrain across 400 kilometres, experiencing both adventure and breathtaking scenery over four unforgettable days.

Description

Their most extensive Victorian High Country tour allows plenty of time to venture into the heart of the Alpine National Park and have back-to-back days of trying out all different types of remote bush terrain in between discovering the rich history of the various huts in the area.

This tour is four days with a medium rating, with some difficult sections. The tour covers around 400 kilometres in total, with daily distances about 100 kilometres.

The tour begins with meeting at Licola outside the General Store at 8:15 AM for an 8:30 AM start. Head for Jamison Hut and camp somewhere near there for the first night. On day 2, head for Bluff Hut, and then on to Lovick’s Hut. Camp along the King Billy Track. On day 3, head for Guy’s Hut, Howitt Hut and McMichael’s Hut. Next, head for Kelly’s Hut. There may be an opportunity to walk to Pieman’s Falls, but it depends on the weather. Camp in this region night three. On day 4, travel to Mount Wellington, and up to Miller’s Hut and on to Moroka Hut. Next, head back towards Valencia Creek, from where people can depart, and make their way home.

Category/Classification
Tour
Adventure and Outdoors Tours

Contact and Map

  • Start location: 14 Jamieson-Licola Road, Licola, Victoria, 3858, Australia
Lat -37.62787, Lng 146.62373

Highlights

Historic High Country Cattlemen's Huts. Exceptional geography. Accompanied by a real cattleman.

This tour will take you through the most spectacular parts of the Victorian High Country to visit historical mountain cattleman’s huts and places of interest. Your guide is a true bushman who has been actively involved in High Country tours for many years, and is a fully accredited member of the Victorian Cattleman’s Association.

Indicative rate
  • $1,900.00 Adult
    This is a per-vehicle cost, inclusive of taxes. Participants must be self-catered and have their own vehicles.
  • $0.00 Child
    Children under 12 tour for free.

Schedule

  • Single
    Available from 9 January 2026
    Departs on Fridays at 8.15am
    Returns on 4 at 5.00pm
  • Single
    Available from 21 February 2026
    Departs on Fridays at 8.15am
    Returns on 4 at 5.00pm
  • Single
    Available from 13 March 2026
    Departs on Fridays at 8.15am
    Returns on 4 at 5.00pm
  • Single
    Available from 6 November 2026
    Departs on Fridays at 8.15am
    Returns on 4 at 5.00pm
  • Single
    Available from 20 November 2026
    Departs on Fridays at 8.15am
    Returns on 4 at 5.00pm
  • Single
    Available from 11 December 2026
    Departs on Fridays at 8.15am
    Returns on 4 at 5.00pm

Booking Options

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Tour Length / Duration

  • Customised

Transport modes

  • Land – Motorised

Service facilities

  • Family Friendly

Fitness level

  • Moderate

Tour format

  • Self-drive Tour

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

  • Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
  • Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
  • Staff are trained in disability awareness.
  • Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
  • Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)

Communication

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)

  • Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
  • Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
  • A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.

Hearing

  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.

  • Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.