Mount
BEAUTY
ADVENTURE LIVES HERE!
Nestled in the heart of the Kiewa Valley, Mount Beauty is a destination that lives up to its name. With its stunning backdrop of Victoria's highest peak, Mount Bogong, this charming town offers a perfect escape for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
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Join Bogong Horseback Adventures three day Packhorse expedition and experience a truly Australian experience. Get a little saddle grease on your trouser seat this Australia day weekend.
Travelling back in time leaving the 21st century behind as you ride into the belly of the clouds to the ‘mountain dreaming place’ the High country. Packhorses carrying all the camping equipment for comfortable camping. The packhorse load will surprise you with the ‘magic pudding’ quality, delicious camp fire meals served one after the other. Bogong Horseback Adventures are proud to combine both living an old world heritage with modern comforts and cuisine.
This expedition takes in Mount Fainter and Bogong Jacks Hideout. An iconic short Australian break. It is made easy for the casual weekend rider or the beginner rider, by camping two nights at Bogong Jacks Hideout camp. On Sunday you ride out over Mount Fainter and unload the lunch pack at Tawonga huts.
After your billy boils and the cake washed down with billy tea it is out into Pretty Valley for a few good canters, let the wind blow out the cob webs and stresses of your busy lives.
Located in the heart of Mount Beauty, Nourish Wholefoods is your go-to destination for organic, healthy, and packaging-free wholefoods and snacks. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Nourish Wholefoods offer a curated selection of fresh produce, specialty items, and nourishing treats you won’t find in mainstream supermarkets.
Enjoy barista-crafted coffee, herbal teas, and alternative beverages – perfect to sip in-store or take on your next adventure. Discover their range of organic fruits and vegetables, sourced with care to support your health and the planet.
A favourite among cyclists, trail runners, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts, Nourish Wholefoods has become a staple in the greater Alpine region for those seeking quality, sustainability, and community.
Come in and explore a store that’s as vibrant and wholesome as the lifestyle it supports.
Eagles Nest Hideaway Guest Suites are a great place to stay for that welcomed getaway.
The guest suites comprise two bedrooms, a private bathroom, kitchenette, outdoor terrace, an additional area with barbecue and outdoor setting. The property offers comfortable accommodation to relax and unwind, enjoying the local wildlife.
The suite accommodates up to four guests. Bedroom one has a king bed, can be split into two king singles. Bedroom two has a queen bed, plus a single bed. All bed linen and bath towels provided by the host.
The kitchenette, has a dining table, workbench area, kitchen appliances, microwave, fridge, crockery, specifically set up to meet with your daily essentials and a barbecue area outside. No kitchen provided.
Only a four-hour drive from Melbourne, Mount Beauty is a three-kilometre drive, where there are taverns, cafes and restaurants. Falls Creek is a 33-kilometre drive where activities are abundant for all ages. Travelling time to Bright is approximately 30 minutes.
Enjoy the relaxed country living, friendly locals and a number of cafes and vineyards around the area. A popular base for outdoor activities from downhill mountain bike riding for the adrenalin seekers to a peaceful game of golf or enjoy tranquil fishing in a clear mountain stream. Falls Creek is Australia’s premier alpine village for ski and snowboard enthusiasts and in summer you can enjoy bushwalking.
Horsemanship clinic in a spectacular classroom, beyond the yard and stable. Advance your horse and rider relationship in a working environment. Great horses, beautiful camps, brumby country, experienced leaders.
This five day travelling clinic combines the rewards of a remote packhorse expedition with the the extra dimension of horsemanship skill building in a working environment. The experienced horse masters offer ongoing advice and ideas throughout the expedition.
Although all BHA rides include basic Natural Horsemanship, these clinics are an opportunity to focus on horsemanship, observe brumbies in there natural wild herd environment, learn the traditions of using packhorses, bush skills, camping with horses and problem solving the challenges of horses in remote landscapes.
On these expeditions there is an opportunity to bring your horse or use one of BHA’s own bred and trained mountain horses. Offering one on one mentoring, the Natural Horsemanship mobile clinics will be run this year by Lin and Clay Baird.
Fainter Falls are a must-see natural bucket list attraction located at Falls Creek in the Victorian High Country.
This walk is located 1 kilometre past Bogong Village, just before the Bogong High Plains Road crosses the Pretty Valley Stream. Start the walk opposite the car park. Follow the signed walking track, which provides spectacular views of the Falls and the beautiful environment beside the wild river.
Looking for a fun long-weekend getaway that mixes Pilates, adventure, and a good crew of like-minded people? Join Wildflower Pilates for a three-day retreat in the Victorian High Country. A relaxed, activity-filled escape designed for anyone who loves moving their body and spending time outdoors.
Set in the alpine surrounds of Tawonga South, this intimate retreat is designed to help you reconnect with your body, settle your mind, and soak up the mountain landscape.
Across the weekend, you will also take on a guided hike up Mount Feathertop, Victoria’s second-highest peak, an epic day out with alpine views, fresh air, and plenty of laughs along the way.
It’s fully catered with seasonal local food and regional wines, so you can train hard, eat well, and unwind without having to organise a thing.
This getaway attracts people who love Pilates, enjoy a challenge, and want to meet others who share the same energy, whether you come solo or with a friend. Expect sweat, scenery, good conversation, and the satisfaction of doing something memorable with your weekend.
Hosted by Mimi, Pilates teacher and adventure lover, this retreat combines movement, hiking, and a relaxed social vibe, no pretence, no pressure, just a great time in the mountains.
Spaces are limited, book via the website and lock in a High Country weekend you will actually talk about.
Gather and Harvest hand crafts a range of luxury candles, soaps, lip balms, bath bombs and diffusers in its studio in the pristine Victorian High Country.
Gather and Harvest’s soy candles are poured into recycled glass bottles, that have been hand-cut by a women’s community group in Bali. Each candle directly helps to improve a woman’s life.
Olive oil, goats milk, sheep milk and honey sourced from local alpine area farms are used to make Gather and Harvest’s range of natural soaps. Essential oils and natural clays are used for scent and colour, to create a truly beautiful product.
Gather and Harvest’s bath bombs are made with luxurious essential oils and clays to produce a perfectly relaxing bath time experience.