Melbourne Social Walks - Dandenong Ranges Highlights ft. National Rhododendron Gardens, Olinda and Burkes Lookout - Easy 6km

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Join Dan on an awesome adventure out in the Dandenong Ranges featuring lush gardens, quaint towns and incredible lookouts.

Our Social Walks are a great way to get outside, get your body moving and make some amazing new friends along the way!

Meet our group and stay up to date with all our events here in our Facebook Group - Melbourne Social Walks

Some of our events sell out very fast, so be quick!  

ABOUT SOCIAL WALKS

- Licenced Tour Operators with Parks Victoria

- $2.40 from every ticket sold goes to Parks Victoria

- Experienced Guides

- First Aid Qualified

- Fully Insured

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Dandenong Ranges is one of the most peaceful escapes from the city you could ask for! It’s full of character and beautiful forestry and this day trip is sure to give you the fix it needs.

We start at the Rhododendron Gardens in Olinda which is a picturesque garden featuring vibrant rhododendrons in all shapes and sizes. The stroll through the gardens is truly magic as you get lost in the colours and beautiful pathways. 

Afterwards we will have a wander through Olinda exploring the quaint shops and hopefully trying the local coffee. We will finish the day at the SPECTACULAR Burkes lookout where you can get crystal clear views of Melbourne on a nice day. This lookout will be sure to stay with you long after the day is over.

START TIME AND MEET LOCATION

Meeting Location: Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden Carpark

Meeting Time: Arrive 9:00am for a strict 9:20am Departure.

Parking options: There is plenty of free parking at the meeting location.
NOTE: Arriving on time is critical to the Walk getting away on time. Participants not checked-in by 9:20am may be left behind.
CARPOOLING: Need help getting a lift to the hike, feel free to post in the Melbourne Social Walks Facebook Group

WHAT TO BRING

- Water (at least 2L)

- Snack food for the hike

- Picnic Lunch 

WHAT TO WEAR

- Comfortable sturdy walking shoes

- Weather suitable clothing (check weather the night before) 

- Hat or Beanie / Sun Protection

FINISH

The Hike should take around 3.5 - 4.5 hours with some small breaks to enjoy the scenery as well as a stop for picnic lunch.  

Can't wait to see you there!

Dan Hill