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"Jenny, thank you for opening up for me the wonders of an area of Victoria that I hardly knew. I’ve loved seeing the landscape, forest, animals & birds and drinking in the fresh air and silence."
Deb (Melbourne)
“The comprehensive interpretation of the flora and fauna
of this region enhanced our appreciation of this spectacular part
of Australia. The diversity of plantlife over a short distance and
varying altitudes is amazing and we really enjoy our five days in
the company of happy birdos”
Rosie & Ian (S.A.)
“Thanks Jenny for another wonderful experience- the beautiful Snowy River and Errinundra National Parks. I’ve seen some huge trees before, but at Errinundra, they are just amazing.”
Val (Melbourne)
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Gippsland Waratah in bloom in spring |
Feel dwarfed by immense eucalypts of Errinundra's old growth forests. |
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Walking a riverside track
Yet another serene river scene
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"Just wonderful. Nurtured and nourished by Kay & Bob, Christianne and the environment
plus other fellow travellers."
Sandra (Melbourne)
"Our first trip with Jenny and have enjoyed every minute. Great fellow travellers, well planned trips with
much to keep us interested. And the Waterholes hospitality, just superb. "Ambling and Amiable".
Just perfect."
Coralie & Brian (Vic)
".Thanks for your warmth and friendliness and for sharing your great knowledge of things natural and historical"
Jim (NSW)
"Great Company, great food and a fantastic time. The walks were great - not too high-power, the history helps to get a feel for the place. More Please!"
Jen (Vic)
Meals served in the ambience of the dining room
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“Invigorating and inspiring”
Nancy (Melbourne)
“Sun, wind, rain, thunder, sheet lightening, good food, good sleeps, good walks, humour and laughs – thanks – what more could a girl want?!
Belinda (Melbourne)
“The walking was fantastic as was the company. Because everything is so well organised it is a tremendously relaxing way to spend a week. I anticipated it would be enjoyable but it far exceeded my expectations.”
Claire & John (Melbourne)
“Your individual and combined knowledge and dedication to your corner of nature has been awe inspiring and an example to be followed”
Helen (Vic)
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“Thank you Jenny for a most wonderful New Year adventure – I especially enjoyed learning so much about our native birds and animals and the time spent at Haunted Stream trapping and scientifically recording the tiny bats held so much interest for me.”
Margaret (Melbourne)
“The best part for me was observing so much about the wildlife, especially the bats. My pre-conceived ideas about them were so wrong.”
Diana (Melbourne)
“Great way to enter 2006, the research stuff was great to take part in. Impressive, effortless organisation.”
Sylvia (Melbourne) |
Naturalist Jim Reside coaxes a reluctant starter from a small mammal trap. Wonders of Wildlife Ecotour |
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A diminutive but full grown insectivorous Forest bat |
Checking the bat trap Wonders of Wildlife Ecotour
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“Jenny, your enthusiasm, energy and sense of adventure has made this trip unforgettable. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of the creatures great and small, of the history and the people of the High Country. What a pleasure it was discovering wildflowers and plants and tasting the berries off a wild pepper bush.
Ann (Canada) |
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Mountain mist above, wildflowers at our feet |
Nature close up |
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“Thank you Jenny for a grand trip. Wonderful stories of the local history and the appreciation you gave me of the wonders of nature. The High Plains a sheer delight and a highlight of my week.”
Enid (Vic)
“The highlight for me were the Alps with spectacular scenery and the profusion and variety of the wildflowers. You have passed on such much information and told fascinating stories of life in the High Country from early settlement to the present day. It has been specially interesting to learn of the impact of the fires on people and the environment and come away knowing that both are resilient.”
Alison (Melbourne)
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Gang Gang Cockatoo |
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"My fourth Gippsland High Country Tours trip. No disappointment here - wobbly knees and deepened laughter lines. Another 5 days of good-for-the-spirit Alpine walking"
Shirley (S.A.)
"How can you describe a walk that leaves us knee-less on our first day, breathless (from climbing uphill) on the second day, direction-less (from scrub bashing) on the third day and care-less on the last day? Fabulous because of the company, the laughs and the gorgeous autumn weather."
Diana (S.A.)
"Another life ambition achieved"
Janie (Melbourne)
"The rock climb to the breathtaking view from the Sentinel was the highlight of the trip for me"
Marelyn (Vic)
"What an achievement - an adventure, unforgettable"
Yo (Qld)
Picturesque tentsite
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Just one of the challenges
Photo: Diana Cross
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“Excellent mix of different types of vegetation, terrain, coast/land, animals and birds: a wonderful way to experience Tasmania.”
Jim (Melbourne)
“Another successful tour, travelling with nature around Tasmania. Fantastic organizing, something of interest for everyone. Can’t wait until the next adventure!”
Jean (Vic)
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Cradle Mountain
“You made an excellent selection of places to visit and places to stay. Each different location seemed like a mini-tour of it’s own.”
Airdrie (SA)
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Walking beneath the Pandani |
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Enjoying the views
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“To me the trip has been a great introduction to a new form of holidays"
June (NSW)
“This trip was even more wonderful than I expected and the special highlights were the outstanding 360º view of Wilderness from Cobberas 1, also a new library of flowers, trees and orchids. New birds, atmospheric snowgums, Gondwana-like plants, insects and lizards plus the snowgum bonsai/witchworld.”
Alison (Qld)
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Mt Tingaringy and Errindua for Walkers
See Walking Ecotours for a similar experience Walking Errinundra Plateau |
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“Ancient rain forest in all their glory – shrouded in mists of time – tall tall timber, deep deep fern gullies… all memories to cherish,”
Jackie (Vic)
“Our third trip with Jenny and again a wonderful experience. The hospitality at the Delegate pub was very special. The walks are unforgettable; the ancient forest and the amazingly diverse plants set in a background of mist. Wildlife and birds were in abundance- all in all it has been a very happy and special few days.”
John & Joan (Vic)
“Thank you Jenny for guiding us through this beautiful part of East Gippsland. You have shown us the magnificence of the Errinundra Plateau forests and the birds and wildflowers. I have appreciated the knowledge you have shared with us and the pleasant atmosphere you created. I look forward to more trips with Gippsland High Country Tours.”
Joan (Melbourne)
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Ancient forests shrouded in mist |
Errinundra Shining Gums |
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Crested Terns and Godwit
Walking at Point Hicks
"I enjoyed being able to participate at my own pace. Given time to contemplate and appreciate the environment."
Shirley (Vic) |
An extremely enjoyable trip. Tom and Maria were great fun and looked after us all very well. Good food, fantastic scenery and Gipsy Point Lodge exceeded expectations. I could indulge my passion for birdwatching while others did more demanding walks.
Lyn (Melbourne)
"A well planned tour with a most satisfying balance of activity, sightseeing, plants, birds, coast and mountains. And a prevailing goodness of food, care and the company of fellow travellers. I have enjoyed the week very much."
Jim (Melbourne)
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"What a wonderful experience - puts new light on threatened species and how much work is involved to increase our knowledge"
"A rare and beautiful experience. Thank you Jim, Jenny and Christine. Your multi-skilled expertise opened up so many worlds. I loved watching skinks by such a pretty creek. I've fallen in love with the Broad-Toothed Rat"
Ann (Melbourne)
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Searching the creek banks for Alpine Water Skinks |
Eyebright, an autumn wildflower |
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Juvenile Broad-toothed Rat |
Dendy's Toadlet |
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"Thanks for a window into a wonderful world"
Catherine (Melbourne)
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"A wonderful trip Jenny, thanks to you, Tom & Raz. You helped me fulfil one of my goals to see the Dig Tree. Your good humour, organization and super food made for a marvellous trip and it exceeded the expectations which Laurie & I had. We do look forward to enjoying another trip with you."
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have experienced so many memorable moments, colourful sunrises and
sunsets, new birds, bush campsites, memorials to early explorers,
examining bats and reptiles, good food and more. A great fortnight."
Val (Melbourne)
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cuppa. Cullyamurra Waterhole, Cooper Creek |
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Time with naturalist Jim. Kudriemitchie Waterhole, Cooper Creek |
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| Typical outback scene, red sand and Spinifex |
Explore Mungo National Park with a local guid |
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“Not for the faint-hearted”
John (Vic)
“Quite an achievement! My highlights- the challenge, the environment and your knowledge. Thanks heaps Jenny”
Kim (Vic)
“Some rugged walking in interesting country. I particularly enjoyed the long day walk down to the Reedy Creek Chasm”
Roger (NSW)
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Bushwalkers lunch on a remote Alpine Peak |
“The trip was perfect. The country rugged, the Wilderness
pristine, the leadership unsurpassed. Jenny you have found your
calling in life as your knowledge and enthusiasm for the area
is outstanding. I’ll be back!!”
Sharon (Qld)
“Thanks for a really great trip – everything I had hoped for- Challenging walking, spectacular views, wildflowers galore, birds and mostly great weather.”
David (Vic)
“Jenny told me about the Cobberas 6 years ago on a trip to Mt Feathertop – took a while to get here but it was a wonderful experience. Everything is done with great professionalism, cheerfulness and a big smile.”
Ron (Melbourne)
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Walking through twisted snowgums |
Final pack adjustment before walking off into the mist |
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