Bibbulmun Track Guided Running Tours
Immerse yourself in nature and see for yourself the stunning South Coast of Western Australia. Make your way on foot through pristine wilderness. Returning each night to a home cooked meal and a comfortable bed.
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Home Base - Denmark
You will be based in Denmark in shared accommodation. On Day 1 you run into and Day 2 run out of our accommodation with the Bibbulmun Track passing not far from our home base. There is no need to pack up and move on each day with each days trail section no more than an hours drive. After time on the track you will have plenty of free time and the space to yourself if you want it and can kick back and relax and look forward to a nourishing home cooked meal using where possible local ingredients, prepared by our resident Cook.
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We Drive You - All Transport Included
All transport is taken care of, you just need to carry what you need for the days running and hiking. The tour follows the track West to East starting at Greens Pool and finishing at the Albany Wind Farm. The section of the Bibbulmun covered crosses the Wilson Inlet, a boat crossing is required and included in the price.
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Explore the Amazing South Coast
The Bibbulmun Track leads you through a range of landscapes, you will experience a wide range of flora and fauna. While you may be a mere 30 minute drive from civilisation it won’t feel like it you will be totally immersed in nature. There will be ample opportunity to explore further and other experiences on offer not far from this iconic track and accommodation in Denmark.
Tour Itinerary - In Development
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Day 1 - Travel Day - Perth to Denmark
Participants to meet at Perth Airport or agreed location around midday to travel via mini bus to the South Coast of WA (Denmark).
Stop at Williams Woolshed en route for late lunch or coffee and light refreshments at your own cost. Comfort Stop Kojonup or as required.
Arrive at Home Base - Denmark Approximately 6pmHome Cooked Evening Meal Provided at Accommodation.
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Day 2 - First Day on the Track
Approximately 15km – allow 3 hours
Participants are driven 20 minutes to Greens Pool in the William Bay National Park and start their run/hike on the Bibbulmun track from here following the track East to our accommodation.
After a shower and a little recuperation at our accommodation we will head into Denmark where lunch is at your own cost from a local venue. There are many to choose from and plenty to explore in the local area. You may like to return to Greens Pool to swim and explore the amazing swimming at Elephant Rocks. Anything can be arranged.
Evening Home Cook Meal Provided at Accommodation. -
Day 3 - Trails and Wilderness
Accommodation to Lowlands Beach. Approximately 33km – allow 6 hours plus boat crossing of Wilsons Inlet (included)
We run from our accommodation picking up the Bibbulmun track into Denmark where will catch a charter boat across the Wilsons Inlet to the Nullaki Peninsula. There are some sandy tracks and amazing views across the inlet from the Peninsula before we head East and take in the windswept views of the Coast and Southern Ocean. Participants will be met at Lowlands Beach where you will have the option of a swim and quick carpark change. We will stop in at Boston Brewing Co for a late lunch and a beverage or two to celebrate the achievements of the day before heading back to our accommodation.
If you think the 33km is too much for you there is the option to be picked up on the corner of Eden Road and Rock Cliff Circuit (approximately 7km around Wilson Inlet from the jetty on the Nullaki Peninsula) making it around 15km for the day. You will rejoin the group at Lowlands Beach before heading to the Boston Brewing Co.
Evening Home Cooked Meal Provided at Accommodation. -
Day 4 - Southern Most Seat in Western Australia
Lowlands Beach to Cosy Corner Approximately 24km – allow 4 hours
Participants will be driven to Lowlands Beach (35 minute drive) where we will continue our journey East along the Bibbulmun Track making our way over West Cape Howe towards the sheltered corner of the coast known as Cosy Corner. Along the way we pass the Southern most seat in Western Australia a non-descript wooden bench with amazing views of the Coast both East and West. Option to enjoy a swim at this sheltered bay before we make our way back to our accommodation.
Lunch at local café or venue enroute.
Evening Home Cooked Meal Provided at Accommodation. -
Day 5 - Cosy Corner to Albany Windfarm
Cosy Corner to Albany Wind Farm. Approximately 18km - allow 3 ½ hours
After a 40 minute drive from our accommodation, this days time on the track begins with a long flat stretch of beach running along Shelley Beach from Cosy Corner. This beach is one of a few that can be accessed by 2WD in the area and is a popular spot with locals. Depending on recent rainfall a water crossing may be required at the Torbay Inlet. If this sandbar is broken we will have to wade through water which can be up to waist deep. Be prepared to get wet. You will soon dry out as we head towards Mutton Bird Island and make our way up into the dunes above the cliffs at the Windfarm, the Bibbulmun track passes in front of the giant wind turbines. We finish at the carpark for the Albany Windfarm along a boardwalk. Option to extend the days run over the headland and down to Frenchman’s Bay. -
Amazing Albany
Lunch in Albany.
A quick freshen up in Albany we will be able to access shower facilities in Albany before exploring some of the local landmarks Mt Clarence, Forts, Mt Melville, Australia’s most amaizng beach Misery Beach and Emu Point for afternoon tea and then transported back to Accommodation. -
Day 6 - Tour Concludes
After breakfast at our accommodation we will make our way back to Perth in time to catch afternoon flights as required. You have the option of extending your stay if you would like. All requests considered.