Ten Peaks Challenge with Mount Kosciuszko itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & Briefing
• Arrive in Thredbo Village
• Lodge check-in
• Welcome drinks and expedition briefing
• Equipment check and preparation
Day 2 – Rams Head & Rams Head North
• Chairlift ascent from Thredbo
• Trek Distance: 8.3 km
• Shortest hiking day, ideal for acclimatisation
Day 3 – Long Summit Day
• Chairlift ascent
• Peaks Covered:
o Mount Townsend
o Mount Alice Rawson
o Mount Du Faur
o Abbott Peak
• Trek Distance: 26.35 km
• Duration: Up to 11 hours
Day 4 – Mt Kosciuszko & Etheridge Peak
• Chairlift ascent
• Trek Distance: 13.37 km
• Summit Australia’s highest mountain
Day 5 – Mt Twynam & Carruthers Peak
• Drive to Charlotte Pass
• Trek Distance: 17.2 km
• Return to Thredbo and expedition conclusion
ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
• Lodge accommodation in Thredbo Village (Twin Share)
• Hot showers and drying room facilities
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4 Breakfasts
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4 Packed Lunches with snacks
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4 Dinners (including a celebratory dinner on the final night)
EVENING EXPERIENCE
• Evenings are designed for relaxation and camaraderie:
• Leisure time in Thredbo Village
• Cafés, alpine slide, and local attractions
• Final-night celebration dinner at a premium local restaurant
• Inspirational audio-visual presentations by experienced mountain guides
SAFETY & GUIDING
• Fully qualified and wilderness first-aid–trained guides
• Satellite phone coverage for emergencies
• 24-hour access to medical support
• Comprehensive risk management and safety protocols
We can arrange the following on request:
- Transfers from Canberra to Thredbo | Transfers from Sydney to Canberra | Hotel bookings in Canberra / Sydney before or after the trek
Tour Highlight
INCLUSIONS
✔ Accommodation (Twin Share)
✔ All meals as specified
✔ Professional guiding services
✔ National Park trekking permits
✔ Chairlift passes (3 days)
✔ Satellite phone & emergency support
✔ Expedition completion certificates
✔ Public liability insurance
EXCLUSIONS
✖ Travel to and from Thredbo
✖ National Park vehicle entry fees
✖ Alcoholic beverages
✖ Personal clothing and equipment
✖ Travel insurance
FITNESS & PREPARATION
• Participants should prepare with:
• Regular hill walking on uneven terrain
• Progressive pack-weight training (5–15 kg)
• Cardiovascular conditioning
• Strength and flexibility exercises
• A detailed training and equipment checklist will be provided by Shikhar Travels upon booking.
WHY CHOOSE SHIKHAR TRAVELS?
Shikhar Travels specializes in high-altitude expeditions and iconic mountain challenges worldwide, delivering:
• Experienced leadership
• Strong safety standards
• Seamless logistics
• Authentic adventure experiences
This Ten Peaks Challenge is not just a trek—it is a celebration of endurance, teamwork, and alpine exploration.
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Places Covered:
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