4.5 KM HIKE | EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE with Hike Collective
Araluen Botanic Park is an extraordinary garden in a breathtakingly beautiful bushland setting. Enjoy this exclusive opportunity to discover the hidden secrets behind the locked gates of Araluen. A 4.5km hike through stoned pathways across the terraces that are lined by enormous stone pillars and shaded jarrah pergolas. View the circa 1930’s log cabins located in each garden precinct and learn about Araluen’s heritage and history.
Your hike begins with a taste of the original and untouched bushlands of Araluen with a ‘heart starting’ warm up, heading up the hillside before the trail evens out and continues over undulating landscapes to the dam. As we come back into the 14 hectares of developed gardens, you can visit the varying precincts, featuring various exotic plant species that flourish in the cool micro climate of the Roleystone Perth Hills. Araluen flourishes amongst an undulating native backdrop of Eucalyptus, Marri and Blackbutt Trees, with collections of banksia, grass trees and man ferns amongst flowering blooms, it is an experience for the senses.
This tour is short and sweet, but does begin with an unsuspecting incline to introduce you to the rugged beauty of Araluen.
4.5 KM HIKE | EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE with Hike Collective
Araluen Botanic Park is an extraordinary garden in a breathtakingly beautiful bushland setting. Enjoy this exclusive opportunity to discover the hidden secrets behind the locked gates of Araluen. A 4.5km hike through stoned pathways across the terraces that are lined by enormous stone pillars and shaded jarrah pergolas. View the circa 1930’s log cabins located in each garden precinct and learn about Araluen’s heritage and history.
Your hike begins with a taste of the original and untouched bushlands of Araluen with a ‘heart starting’ warm up, heading up the hillside before the trail evens out and continues over undulating landscapes to the dam. As we come back into the 14 hectares of developed gardens, you can visit the varying precincts, featuring various exotic plant species that flourish in the cool micro climate of the Roleystone Perth Hills. Araluen flourishes amongst an undulating native backdrop of Eucalyptus, Marri and Blackbutt Trees, with collections of banksia, grass trees and man ferns amongst flowering blooms, it is an experience for the senses.
This tour is short and sweet, but does begin with an unsuspecting incline to introduce you to the rugged beauty of Araluen.
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
- A guided 4.5km hike and exclusive access behind the gates at Araluen Botanic Park in Roleystone
- Amazing historical stories and secrets covering local heritage of our fascinating hiking trail & surrounds
- All-day entrance included in your ticket purchase to enjoy Araluen
- A great experience with Perth's award-winning hiking tour operator
- Friendly and knowledgeable, first aid trained tour guide
- Our personal recommendations for the best local fruit orchards so you can visit and enjoy locally grown fresh fruits after your hike
TOUR DEPARTS:
9.00am on selected dates (see calendar) usually once or twice each month
MEETING POINT AND GETTING THERE:
We will be meeting just inside the main gate of Araluen. Park your car, and look for the Hike Collective sign where you can collect your armband and get checked in for your hike. Please note, that this group have a special access opportunity, so normal gate entry fees do not apply. Please look for your hike leaders to organise the entry!
TRAIL DIFFICULTY:
Bush and garden Walk: Some fitness required on this moderate green trail, with some hills and gradient changes. A great opportunity to experience a short distance hike on multiple surfaces. Larger child 4-14yrs friendly, but not ideal for small children.
WHAT TO WEAR & BRING:
Bring plenty of water ( at least 2 litres per person) Comfortable clothes and sturdy trainers or hiking boots. With the uneven gravel trail at times, good grip soles are advised. If you have hiking sticks, please bring them ( although not essential!) Personal First Aid kit Snacks / morning tea to enjoy at the end
HIKING GRADE:
This hike is a grade 2, and no hiking experience is required. The trail has an uphill gradient for the first section and then evens out for a beautiful relatively flat experience. Towards the end as we reach the gardens, you have the opportunity to rest, or head up the hill to the rose gardens.
