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Araluen Botanic Park is an extraordinary garden in a breathtakingly beautiful bushland setting. Enjoy this exclusive opportunity to discover the hidden secrets behind the locked gates of Araluen. A 4.5 kilometre hike through stoned pathways across the terraces that are lined by enormous stone pillars and shaded jarrah pergolas. View the circa 1930s log cabins located in each garden precinct and learn about Araluen’s heritage and history.
Step into a sanctuary of calm in Perth Zoo before the gates open, where a world of lush greenery and curious creatures set the stage for your mindful escape. Your two-hour-exclusive tour begins with a gentle walk through the rainforest, as the first light filters through the canopy accompanied by the natural sounds of the waking wildlife. As you journey deeper, elevate your mind and body with a 45-minute beginner-friendly yoga session in the calming presence of the elephant. Feel the energy of the wild blend seamlessly with your breath, with distant animal calls creating a soothing, natural soundtrack to your practice. This experience blends breathwork, yoga, stretching, or sound healing elements, offering a unique pathway to reconnect with yourself in nature’s most unexpected embrace. Slow down, breathe deeply, and let the rhythm of the earth bring you back into balance. Continue your journey with a stroll through the African savannah and Australian bushland, where you’ll meet some of the favourite locals—from lions and meerkats to pandas, and koalas. Wrap up your experience with a refreshing cold-pressed juice as you soak in the wonders of the wild.
Join them on a beautiful 10-kilometre guided hike experience along the famous Bibbulmun Track on arguably the best day hike around Perth. Explore the iconic track from Sullivan Rock to Mount Vincent and Mount Cuthbert, with a magnificent showcase of lush Jarrah and the relatively rare Darling Range ghost gum or butter gum. As the name suggests, they will encounter two great climbs so prepare yourself for some challenges, and of course, incredible views when you get to the summit of the two peaks. The Bibbulmun Track is one of the world’s great long-distance walk trails, stretching 1000 kilometres from Kalamunda in the Perth Hills, to Albany on the south coast, winding through the heart of the scenic South West of Western Australia.
Experience the wilderness and wonder of Yanchep National Park in this unique yoga and guided hike experience that is only one hour from Perth. Get in touch with your inner yogi in a beginner-friendly yoga session in the depths of the Cabaret Cave, originally used in the 1930s to provide a secret dinner and dance location for Perth’s rich and famous. Cabaret Cave is Perth’s only venue cave and is not accessible to the general public.
Tucked into the hidden gem of one of Western Australia’s oldest settlement towns Jarrahdale, Kitty’s Gorge is set in the Darling Ranges and surrounded by Jarrah forest. Located a pleasant one-hour drive from Perth, the magnificent Kitty’s Gorge trail will find you hiking a 17-kilometre return with a showcase of the forest’s iconic flora and fauna, allowing your senses to come alive as you see, hear and smell nature at its finest. With beautiful streams, gorges, and the famous Serpentine Falls ahead, this experience is jam-packed with exciting challenges, and rewarding views.
Join The Hike Collective on this beautiful experience through the stunning Kings Park and Botanic Garden. A seven-kilometre journey exploring the unique flora of the Kings Park bushland and glorious views of the Swan River and Mount Eliza escarpment. Discover the stories of Kings Park from early times as you wind through the memorials, visit Gija Jumulu, the 750-year-old Boab tree, and wander along the Boodja Gnarning walk trail that highlights the diverse methods of survival used by Nyoongar people to live off the land in the southwest of Western Australia. Take a breathtaking walk through the treetops as you walk along the Lottery West Federation Walkway, also known as the “glass bridge” with striking artwork celebrating the Centenary of Federation, Aboriginal Culture and the magnificent trees of the Swan Coastal Plain. After your beautiful hike along hidden paths and promenades, sit back and relax with a Devonshire tea or freshly brewed coffee and a homemade cake or scone at the Zamia Cafe.
Experience one of the best views at sunset in Western Australia with panoramic views on the top of the Lesmurdie waterfalls. Head out to enjoy a four-kilometre hiking loop over undulating rocky outcrops near trickling streams, along the darling scarp at Lesmurdie Falls in Mundy Regional Park. Put your feet up for a rest as they arrive at the foot of the falls, as you marvel at the amazing beauty of the waterfall. Then journey back up the hill begins as you head to the hidden lookout spot to enjoy sunset. A beautiful opportunity to experience the magic of the infamous Lesmurdie Falls and enjoy a shorter, yet challenging hike.
Escape to the Bickley Valley, to enjoy the best of the Mason and Bird Heritage Trail and the New Victoria Dam Walk Trail on this seven kilometre combination hike, exploring Australia’s pioneer heritage through the Korung National Park. From Australia’s oldest wooden bridge, the Munday Brook Bridge to the first Western Australian dam, the rich history of this trail will inspire you. Enjoy the abundance of valley views, expansive forests of Wandoo and beautiful granite outcrops as you discover the Bickley Valley.
Experience Rottnest Island by foot on the 12-kilometre guided hike. Traverse spectacular coastal headlands, past stunning inland lakes and encounter both natural and man-made attractions along the way. From “walking on water” boardwalks to a dip in the big blue at Little Parakeet Bay or the Basin, famous shipwrecks and a little journey of the Island's lighthouses, this one-day island adventure is the perfect way to experience the highlights of Rottnest in a bite-sized chunk.
The Karijini Journey is a five-day immersive hiking and wellness retreat through the ancient landscapes of Karijini National Park. Led by expert guides, this all-inclusive experience invites guests to discover the park's breathtaking gorges, crystal-clear pools, and rugged trails by day, while evenings are spent unwinding with stargazing, mindfulness, and journaling. With luxury eco-accommodation, nourishing meals, and moments of stillness woven throughout, the Karijini Journey is a soulful adventure for those seeking connection—with nature, with themselves, and with something greater. It's a chance to slow down, explore deeply, and walk away transformed by the heart of the Pilbara.
Bells Rapids is situated where the Avon and Swan rivers meet in the northern reaches of the Swan Valley. From the top of the road, you get your first glimpses of the idyllic valley that is Jumbuck Hill Park. With gushing rapids on the Swan River through the wet months and an intricate path of glimmering rock, driftwood and calm pools in the dry months, their five-kilometre hike at Bells Rapids is not to be missed. With grey kangaroos bouncing through the wildflowers, Bells Rapids is just a 40-minute drive from Perth, and has an iconic walk bridge spanning the Swan River over the white water rapids making this an exciting viewing spot.
As the sun tucks behind the trees in the late afternoon of another beautiful day in Perth, join the Bibbulmun Track in Mundaring to explore the magic of the iconic Western Australian hiking trail at nightfall. Start the six-kilometre hike at the iconic Mundaring Weir, discovering the rich stories of the golden pipeline, and heading into the forest of Beelu National Park before reaching the Golden View Lookout. Immerse yourself in mindful rest on the rocky outcrops at the golden hour before using the light of the moon (and head torches) to navigate the journey back.
This moderate 6.5-kilometre hiking tour will take you through the magnificence of Paruna Sanctuary. The 2,000-hectare property predominantly follows the southern banks of the Avon River. This picturesque sanctuary is often characterised by its extremely steep slopes, numerous streams and creek lines, and areas of exposed granite. Don’t let the steep slopes fool you though, as this impeccably kept hiking hot spot has steps-a-plenty, and gorgeous views. This hike is not for the faint-hearted! This detailed and well-maintained trail will surely provide all trail seekers with a spectacular and challenging hiking experience, and worth every step.