Great Victorian Rail Trail Self Guided Cycle
The Great Victoria Rail Trail is Australia’s longest rail trail passing through charming towns and diverse countryside. The dedicated cycle way meanders next to the heritage classified Goulburn River, crossing Lake Eildon before entering the pretty Trawool Valley. Between 1883 and 1970 the Mansfield Line passed through the Cheviot Tunnel, a historic structure constructed with…
Read MoreTwo Day Luxury Trail Ride
Watson’s Mountain Country Trail Rides depart from the farm in the morning and ride up to spectacular views. Then descend into the Dungeon Gully for a picnic lunch at the hut. After lunch, follow the creek beds and bridle tracks into the Howqua Valley and traverse the Howqua River a number of times before you…
Read MoreFull Day Trail Ride
This ride with Watson’s Mountain Country Trail Rides departs from the family farm and rides up to spectacular views in the morning. Then ride down to the ‘Dungeon Hut’ for lunch by the camp fire. In the afternoon groups traverse creek beds and bridle trails through to the next valley Howqua where the ride finishes…
Read MoreOne to Three Hour Trail Rides
Watson’s Mountain Country Trail Rides provides trail rides from one to three hours in duration. The one hour ride is suitable for younger children and nervous adults and provides a basic gentle ride up to a ridge line that affords a beautiful view. The two hour ride is suitable for adults and older children of…
Read MoreTwo Day Two Night Howqua Valley Horse Trail Rides
The two day two night Howqua Valley horse trail rides starts on the Saturday, after a cooked breakfast at the accommodation provided by Watson’s Mountain Country Trail Rides, they then drive you to their farm. On the morning ride you will take in spectacular views looking out for the wildlife along the way and taking…
Read MoreFive Day Man from Snowy River and Heritage Ride
The Five Day Man from Snowy River and Heritage Ride conducted by Watson’s Mountain Country Trail Rides leaves from the farm and on day one, rides through to the Howqua Valley and stays overnight at the Riverhouse. Guests enjoying their own room and a gourmet barbecue dinner. On day two, enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast…
Read MoreGoldrush Ballooning Mansfield
A spectacular one-hour flight across the Mansfield basin. Goldrush Ballooning’s Mansfield flight is Victoria’s Best Value Balloon Flight. Mansfield is nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, an area well-known for its stunning scenery and great ballooning conditions. Surrounded by rolling hills you will fly gently between the Delatite and Broken Rivers with…
Read MoreRiver & Park Walk
A well-formed track that meanders along the river bank. Be immersed in the sounds of rushing water, wildlife and fresh mountain air as we climb further up the mountainside. End in a beautiful alpine park full of large shady trees. Enjoy rock skipping or perhaps wander further up the track, crossing the river via a…
Read MoreMount Samaria Day Tour
A day tour to explore this often forgotten part of the world. It is an area full of native animals, with incredible scenery. There are seasonal waterfalls (lots of water when it rains, totally dry when its wet) and historical features. Drive along a dirt track, with walks to two stunning waterfalls and a wonderful…
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