Trek Yuin Country - Soulful Concepts
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Trek Yuin Country (Cultural immersion tour)

Need to know

  • Best time to travel: March-May and Sept-Nov
  • Group size: 8–18 pax
  • Challenge grade: 3/5
  • Accommodation: Twin-share at Motel Molly
  • Minimum age: 12

Tour from AUD: Price available upon request

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    Trip at a glance

    Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of Yuin Country on an unforgettable cultural expedition!

     

    On this incredible curated three-day journey, you’ll experience the breathtaking highlights of NSW’s South Coast. From ticking off two of the most scenic hikes through Morton National Park, to celebrating the resilience and strength of the Yuin Nation when you meet respected Elders for a Welcome to Country, cultural discussions and hands-on workshops. 

     

    Setting off before dawn, climb through the magnificent wilderness of Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain) along a walking track surrounded by ancient sandstone formations, heathland and forest. Witness sunrise while trekking and taking in spectacular panoramic views over the rugged cliffs and gorges, with the coastline stretching around you from Point Perpendicular in the north to Gulaga in the south. 

     

    Give back

    We know travel is better when you can give back as much as you get. That’s why we have designed our trips around contributing, supporting and participating in local projects and community initiatives that have a positive social and environmental impact.

     

    Each of our tours provide a unique way to get up close and personal with the destination and incorporate a fundraising target or donation  into the travel costs, which enables travellers to connect, give back and travel with purpose.

     

    If you are a charity, corporate or a private group interested in Trek Yuin Country, please get in touch with info@soulfulconcepts.com.

    Itinerary

    Day 1: Welcome to Mollymook
    Welcome to Ulladulla! You’ll local guide will meet you at the hotel reception at 1pm, from there you will travel a short distance for a welcome briefing and attend a Welcome to Country to pay respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians of the land, the Yuin people, and their connections to land and community. 

     

    Your afternoon will be spent with Yuin Elder, Uncle Dean Kelly, participating in a hands-on learning experience that focuses on Aboriginal tools and resources, sharing information about Aboriginal cultures, history, the environment, animals, plants, shelter, tools, weapons and sustainability.

     

    In the evening, we’ll come together for our first team dinner and get to know each other ahead of our first day of trekking.

     

    Accommodation:  Motel Molly

    Meals: D

    Day 2: Cultural Discussions and Florence Head Trek
    This morning we’ll rise early and meet Uncle Dean for a sunrise ceremony on the beach, before returning to our hotel for breakfast.

     

    After breakfast, we’ll engage with an inspiring woman for a very open and honest discussion about Aboriginal perspectives of invasion, frontier wars, loss of land, reserves and missions and the stolen generations.

     

    This conversation will take place over a hands-on traditional weaving class in which we’ll create bracelets, bookmarks, necklaces or rope using raffia, feathers and beads. 

     

    After lunch you’ll have time to relax before we venture out to Florence Head walking trail. This easy walk features a variety of vegetation types, including mallee gum trees, heath plants and sedges. Keep your eyes out along the way for local kangaroos, wallabies and an array of bird life, such as honeyeaters, wrens and colourful parrots. 

     

    Once we arrive at Florence Head lookout, we’ll have an early dinner and cook up while taking in the incredible views of Pigeon House Mountain. 

     

    Accommodation: Motel Molly

    Meals: B,D

    Trekking distance: 6.3km (easy)

     

    Day 3: Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain) – Farewell
    Today we again rise early and make our way to the top of Didthul! The walk is quite steep in parts, but the incredible views make it all worthwhile.

     

    This is one of the best walks in Morton National Park and the South Coast. We’ll hike through forest, heathland and age-old sandstone before reaching a series of ladders that lead to the summit and the amazing views of the surrounding national park and pristine coastline.

     

    With ample time to take in the captivating sight of cliffs and gorges within the Budawang wilderness, all carved by the Clyde River, we might even be able to see as far as Jervis Bay and Bermagui.

     

    After a well-earned morning tea at the summit, we’ll make our way back and transfer to our accommodation where the tour ends.

     

    Meals: B

    Trekking distance: 5km, 3 hours (moderate, very steep)

    • What's included:
    • A first aid-trained local wilderness guide
    • Welcome to Country
    • Indigenous guest speakers and workshops
    • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
    • Accommodation on a twin-share basis
    • National park entry fees
    • Transfers in private vehicle
    • What's not included:
    • Single supplement
    • Optional tours and excursions
    • Tips and gratuities (optional)
    • 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

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    Unique experiences

    • Meet and connect with Yuin Elders, the Traditional Custodians of the land
    • Learn from heartfelt cultural discussions and hands-on workshops
    • Take on two of the most scenic hikes through Morton National Park, exploring enchanting rainforest, heathland and caves
    • Keep an eye out for goannas, lyrebirds, swamp wallabies and long-nosed potoroos on the magnificent journey up to Didthul
    • Take in the sunrise from the summit of Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain), enjoying breathtaking panoramic views over Point Perpendicular and Mount Dromedary

    Need to know

    • Best time to travel: March-May and Sept-Nov
    • Group size: 8–18 pax
    • Challenge grade: 3/5
    • Accommodation: Twin-share at Motel Molly
    • Minimum age: 12

    Tour from AUD: Price available upon request

      Get in touch with us

      Fill in your details and we’ll get back to you soon

      Unique experiences

      • Meet and connect with Yuin Elders, the Traditional Custodians of the land
      • Learn from heartfelt cultural discussions and hands-on workshops
      • Take on two of the most scenic hikes through Morton National Park, exploring enchanting rainforest, heathland and caves
      • Keep an eye out for goannas, lyrebirds, swamp wallabies and long-nosed potoroos on the magnificent journey up to Didthul
      • Take in the sunrise from the summit of Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain), enjoying breathtaking panoramic views over Point Perpendicular and Mount Dromedary