Make your own way to Perisher Valley for the start of our adventure! Please ensure you arrive by 6pm in time for a welcome briefing with your local guides to discuss the trek ahead.
Accommodation: Valhalla Lodge
Meals: D
Climb Against Cancer
Need to know
- Dates: 22–24 March 2025
- Tour duration: 3 days
- Group size: 10–18 travellers
- Challenge grade: 3/5
- Registration fee: $295 (non-refundable)
- Fundraising target: $2,000 (excludes travel)
- Accommodation: Twin-share at Valhalla Perisher
- Minimum age: 18 (younger ages considered on application)
Tour from AUD: $1,276
*Subject to change. Refer to Soulful Concepts Terms and Conditons. Book nowTrip at a glance
Join Rise Above on a journey through the breathtaking landscape of the Snowy Mountains, as we trek to the summit of Mount Kosciuszko to help make a tangible impact in the lives of those battling cancer.
Experience the majestic and wild beauty of Australia's only true alpine region as we make our way through the breathtaking scenery of Perisher Valley, stunning Blue Lake, and Mount Kosciuszko. This bucket-list adventure will introduce you to the very best of Australia’s High Country. Hiking in a small group with like-minded people and under the care of an expert guide, your journey will encompass glacier-fed freshwater creeks, historic huts, weathered snow gums and cool granite tors carved out during Australia’s last Ice Age.
As you take in the crisp mountain air, you’ll be able to drink from one of the many cascading icy alpine streams. Passing above the snow gum treeline, you’ll keep a lookout for mountain pygmy-possums, wombats, emus, platypus, echidna, crimson rosellas and even wedge-tailed eagles in their extraordinary natural habitat.
Most importantly, your fundraising efforts will directly contribute to providing crucial financial assistance to patients, helping them access treatments, medications, and essential support services they desperately need. Every step you take, every dollar you raise brings us closer to our goal of ensuring that no one faces the daunting challenges of cancer alone.
Together, we can lighten the burden for patients and their families, offering hope, support, and a pathway to a brighter tomorrow.
Give back
Imagine embarking on a journey that not only fulfils your sense of adventure but also touches lives and makes a meaningful impact.
At Rise Above, we extend an invitation to all those with an adventurous spirit and compassionate heart. Join us on a transformative journey where every step you take and every dollar you raise contributes to a cause that truly matters.
Picture yourself trekking through the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Kosciuszko region, all while supporting our mission to alleviate the financial burdens faced by local cancer patients. With each stride, you're not just traversing terrain; you're paving the way for hope and support in the lives of those battling cancer and their families.
By joining initiatives like the Climb Against Cancer, you become a beacon of hope for those battling cancer ensuring they receive vital support during their treatment journey. Your fundraising efforts translate into tangible assistance, from covering medical expenses to providing essential resources for families in need.
With your support, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients, offering them not just financial aid, but a renewed sense of hope and resilience. Together, let's climb higher, overcome obstacles, and uplift those in need.
Itinerary
Day 1: Saturday, 22 March 2025 – Welcome to Perisher Valley
Day 2: Sunday, 23 March 2025 – Summit Mount Kosciuszko
After a hearty breakfast, we commence walking around 8am. We cross the infamous Snowy River on our way towards the summit, as well as numerous landscapes unique to the NSW alpine region. Setting a steady pace of between 3–5 kilometres an hour, we make our way through the undulating terrain, reaching the summit with plenty of time to enjoy the spectacular view from the top of Australia!
After lunch near the summit, we make the return trek, taking our time to experience the best of Australia's High Country, including historic huts, fields of wildflowers and weathered snow gums, clear glacial lakes and ancient rock formations.
Upon returning to our start point, we transfer back to our accommodation for a well-deserved shower ahead of an evening celebration in honour of our achievement.
Accommodation: Valhalla Lodge
Meals: B,L,D
Trekking distance: 23km, 7–8 hours (hard)
Day 3: Monday, 24 March 2025 – Departure day
After breakfast, we say goodbye to our new friends and make our way back home, taking with us the incredible accomplishment of conquering Australia’s highest mountain to raise vital funds to ensure no one faces the daunting challenges of cancer alone.
Meals: B
- What's included:
- Local wilderness guides
- Transport to and from your accommodation to the trekking start and finish point
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary with snacks throughout the day
- Twin-share accommodation
- National Park entry fees
- What's not included:
- Single supplement (subject to availability)
- Transfers to and from Perisher Valley
- Optional tours and excursions
- Personal travel insurance and ambulance cover
- Items of a personal nature
- Other services not listed in the inclusions column
* Travellers are responsible for valid visas throughout the duration of the trip
Unique experiences
- Summit Australia’s highest mountain, Mount Kosciuszko
- Enjoy breathtaking 360° views of rugged alpine landscapes
- Experience the huge granite tors and lakes carved out during Australia's last Ice Age
- Forge lifelong friendships while raising vital funds ensure no one faces the daunting challenges of cancer alone
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