WALKING WITH WILDFLOWERS
FITZGERALD BIOSPHERE AND STIRLING RANGES
SEPT 04 - 10 2024
Our 7-day walking adventure takes you on an immersive botanical journey to witness the abundance and vibrance of hundreds of wildflowers in their pristine natural habitats within these two breathtaking, Western Australian landscapes.
The Stirling Range National Park and the Fitzgerald Biosphere are biodiversity strongholds.
The geology of the Stirling Ranges stretches back over 2,500 million years, on its low-nutrient soil thrive a range of ecosystems that sustain over 1500 floral species, dozens of which are rare, threatened, priority-listed, and endemic.
Likewise in the Fitzgerald Biosphere there are more than 2,000 plant species, more than 70% of them are endemic.
You'll be walking through one of the most florally biodiverse places on the planet, and on some spectacular landscapes too!
There are dramatic coastal landscapes, quartzite ranges, limestone cliffs.
You’ll hike up granite peaks, along craggy & slippery granite footholds and rocky trails.
And for seven days you’ll be captivated and awed by the abundance, richness and diversity of the thousands of wildflowers you’ll encounter.
If softness was weakness
the flowers would never grow.
Amna Dhanani
The wildflowers are extraordinary.
Walking among them is an intimate way, not only to experience their natural beauty, but also the remarkable diversification that has enabled them to adapt, survive and and thrive for the 60 - 100 million years they’ve been on this continent.
Let yourself be inspired by their beauty as well as their resilience, strength, and determination.
And let the Edgewalkers team make this one of the most memorable, inspiring walking tours you've ever experienced.
Below are from left to right Darwinia sp., Darwinia witterorum(priority listed) Giant Andersonia axilliflora (threatened) and Hakea cucullata.
Banksia baxterii - Fitzgerald River National Park
OUTLINE ITINERARY
DAY 1 - Perth to Stirling Range NP - Mt Trio
390 km drive & 3.5 KM walk
Mt Trio - a short but steep hike with stunning views ... a real delight.
DAY 2 - Mt Magog
7 km - 856 MTS
This spectacular trail offers a true wilderness experience where you can expect lots of flowers and breathtaking views.
DAY 3 - Talyuberlup & Tozers Bush Camp - Bremer Bay
2.6 KM walk 140 KM drive to Bremer bay
This 2.6 km trail will give us access to views of the north side of the national park.
DAY 4 - Fitzgerald River NP - the Mamang Trail
50 KM Drive - 13 KM Walk
So much variety, especially in late August to ealry October.
DAY 5 - Ravensthorpe Range - Hopetoun
240 km drive - 12 KM Walk - 50 km drive
The Ravensthorpe Range is a florally diverse magic region.
DAY 6 - Hakea Trail - Hamersley Inlet to West Beach
13 KM Walk
Beach, coastal heath, rugged rock formations a coastal landscapes where every flower is like finding a treasure.
DAY 7 - East Mt Barren
2.6 KM - 590 KM back to Perth
Qualup Bells, Royal Hakea and Barren's Clawflower and Barren's Regalia - lots of endemic species on our way up another spectacular mount.
“The whole experience was so well organised, from after that very first phone call I had with you when I was both relieved and excited that you were able to fit the 4 of us onto a trip to when you dropped us off virtually at our doorstep. We love how you’re all so passionate about what you do. You complement each other and work so very well as a team that that it’s a delight to observe. Denise commented that she always felt totally safe, which she’s probably more sensitive about than me, but I do agree with her! You always kept us well informed on the walks, and were generous in the knowledge you shared with us. It was fun to see how pleased you were when Terry confirmed you had correctly identified the botanical name of a difficult to remember wildflower. We both loved the food and agree that Kirra is a genuine culinary artist. Each day was varied, and things flowed along smoothly. You looked after all of us very well and it was like a big family even with our to be expected differences. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble for you. The entire experience surpassed our expectations and for that we are deeply and genuinely appreciative. Warmest regards and best wishes to the three of you”
“Edgewalkers put on such a fantastic trip. Being a vegan I’m often very badly catered and cared for on trips.
Edgewalkers, made everything worry free and easy. The guides are amazing, caring individuals, who think about every detail, nothing is too much trouble, the food was amazing, so fresh and tasty, first time I haven’t had to worry about what I’d get to eat each day, what a relief!
To top it off the walks & the wildflower were spectacular, the beaches pristine, the accommodation was clean and comfortable the local restaurants enjoyable.
I came home from this trip feeling so good, refreshed and relaxed, everything was just “no stress”, I love, love, loved it!!! Edgewalkers are a great company, putting on high quality walks with local experts to add interest and expertise, I’ll definitely be traveling with them again.”
The Mamang Trail - Fitzgerald River National Park
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“My trip with Erika in September to the Fitzgerald National Park was truly the highlight of 2018 for me.
Going into the wilderness to see places I would not get to on my own with like -minded souls was a treasure.
It was a nature smorgasbord seeing amazing coastline and wildflowers.
Erika took great care of us ...it was great to enjoy the ride without the organising.
Yes, I would do it again!”
“Awesome, overwhelming, exquisite, sheer joy - some of the words I use to describe my Walking with Wildflowers tour in the Fitzgerald River National Park with Edgewalkers.
Truly there are not enough superlatives to describe this trip.
I dove headlong into the adventure and was supported throughout the beautiful, caring, safe experience by Erika and my other travelling companions, all of whom were strangers to me at the beginning and dear friends by the end.
Thank you Edgewalkers.”
YOUR HOSTS
Kirra Diconza - yoga instructor, guide and culinary artist
Dr Erika Jacobson - adventurer, yogi, plant-based veteran
WHERE WE STAY
Karribank is centrally located within the Porongurup National Park, close to the magnificent Granite Skywalk at Castle Rock and many other scenic walks absorbing the unique flora and fauna.
The warm and friendly staff of the Bremer Bay Resort have been welcoming our guests since 2020.
The Resort offers relaxing and comfortable accommodation in the beautiful coastal town of Bremer Bay with spectacular views from some rooms and easy access to the east side of the Fitzgerald River National Park.
Each room can be set up as twin-share or Queen solo, and has its own ensuite bathroom.
The Wavecrest Village is located about 2 kilometres north of Hopetoun and had been hosting us in their spacious and homely chalets since 2019.
Each chalet has three bedrooms: 1 King with ensuite (our single supp), and 2 twin-share or double rooms with a shared bathroom.
There is also a small kitchen, an open lving rom and dining room and a small verandah.
We know that life can be unpredictable and you may need to change your plans and cancel your booking.
WALKING ADVENTURES: If this happens please let us know no less than 31 days before your tour and we will be happy to give you a refund with a cancellation fee of 50%. If you cancel 30 – 15 days before the start of your tour, the cancellation fee is 75%. Regrettably, if less than 15 days notice is given, we are unable to give you any refund. Where possible though, we will consider transfers to alternative dates with a fee of 10% of your booking.
CREATIVITY RETREATS: If you need to cancel please let us know no less than 31 days before your event and we will be happy to give you a refund with a cancellation fee of 50%. Regrettably, If you cancel less than 30 days notice is given, we are unable to give you any refund. Where possible though, we will consider transfers to alternative dates with a fee of 10% of your booking.
To be clear the percentage refunded refers to the percentage of the total price of the event.
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