FITNESS HIKER - Event Leader - Michael

A fitness hiker enjoys walking with purpose, maintaining a moderate to brisk pace throughout the hike. These hikes, ranging from 10-20 kilometres, are focused on building endurance and challenging the body, often leaving you a little sweaty by the end. Your heart rate will increase!!!

Expect a mix of terrain, including sand, inclines, and steps, designed to keep your heart rate up and maximise calorie burning.

While the pace is faster and breaks are fewer, there’s still time to pause, catch your breath, take in the surroundings, and capture the moment with a photo or two. Fitness hikers value the balance between intensity and enjoyment, pushing their limits while connecting with others who share the same goals of staying fit and active in the outdoors. These hikes are perfect for those who want to elevate their fitness and enjoy the challenge of more demanding trails.

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND STARTING WITH ONE OF OUR "RELAXED HIKER" OR "MID PACE" HIKES FIRST AS YOU MUST KEEP UP WITH GROUP.

10 KILOMETRES OF HIKING AT A BRISK PACE IS EQUIVALENT TO 15 KM'S OF SUBURBAN WALKING - Just more exciting and not so boring :)

Okay people, this is a great one!!

Gunnamatta Ocean Beach is renowned for its epic surf, but Parks Victoria offers some truly epic coastal tracks that are worth exploring! You’ll be captivated by the rugged coastline and incredible views of surfers riding the waves. While there’s some sand walking on this trek, the reward is worth the effort, after all, we love to add a touch of endurance to our hikes. It's not overly intense, but enough to work up a bit of a sweat. Expect a mix of challenging terrain, serene coastal shrubs, and narrow, winding trails.

If you're thinking of joining solo, don’t worry most of our hikers do! We’d love to have you with us!

We will commence our trek from Gunnamatta Ocean Beach in the direction of St Andrews Beach. We will complete a total of 10-12km’s on sand and trail hiking. This is a return trip!

THINGS TO NOTE:

- Licensed Tour Operator Guide

- $2.40 of every ticket purchased is returned to PARKS Victoria

- Public Liability insurance covered

- First aid qualified

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE WALK:

- Sandy patches of ground

- Some inclines

- Possible stairs

- Uneven ground

- Epic surf beach

- Exceptional views

- Great people

- Improved fitness

- Toilet at the beginning

WHAT TO BRING:

- Water

- Snack. Ie: Banana, high protein snack, Jam sandwich.

- Electrolyte energy drink

- Insect repellant

WHAT TO WEAR:

- A good pair of walking shoes is necessary, which could be hiking shoes or boots. It is recommended to avoid jogging runners as they may not provide enough grip, although it is not a strict requirement. No open toe shoes.

- Decent socks. Ie: a mix of wool, nylon & elastane. Non bulky (Visit hiking stores)

- Compact lightweight jacket - optional

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

This walk is NOT suitable for children (18+), babies in carriers or for people who do not walk more than 5km’s at a time. This is a National Park, therefore no dogs or animals allowed.

YOU MUST READ ALL EVENT DETAILS IN THEIR ENTIRETY BEFORE PURCHASING A TICKET

Please reach out if you have any questions!

PLEASE ARRIVE AT 7:45AM

Reach out if you have any questions!

Contact the host of Gunnamatta to St Andrews Beach