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Thredbo in summer is a nature lover\u2019s dream of show-stopping alpine beauty, cool mountain air and magical moonlit adventure.<\/p>\n

For many of us, Thredbo calls to mind shimmering slopes and snow-dusted gums, but come summer, this Alpine resort transforms into a playground of an entirely different kind. A cool mountain retreat despite the season, Thredbo summer hikes<\/a> are astonishingly beautiful, criss-crossing over dramatic peaks, pristine glacial lakes and abundant flora and fauna.<\/p>\n

From approachable tracks for novice walkers to more challenging hikes across the Main Range and even journeys under moonlight, Thredbo puts on an unforgettable show of natural splendour all summer.\u00a0Lace up your walking boots and take the chairlift from Thredbo village to embark on a self-guided exploration or a tour of the Snowy Mountains\u2019 most compelling landscapes.<\/p>\n

These eight unforgettable hiking experiences<\/a> are only available in summer and offer an alpine adventure like you\u2019ve never experienced before.<\/p>\n

1. Full Moon Hike to Mt Kosciuszko
\n\"FullStand atop Mt Kosciuszko at full moon.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s something almost mystical about hiking by the light of a full moon. This guided experience begins with a 15-minute chairlift ride, where you\u2019ll admire the Thredbo Valley below, bathed in the fading sun.<\/p>\n

Once at the top, you\u2019ll pass rivers, alpine lakes and spot nocturnal wildlife on your way to the Kosciuszko Lookout and Lake Cootapatamba. By the time you reach the summit, sunset is well underway as you watch day give way to night and the alpine landscape magically illuminated by the lunar glow. Enjoy a hot chocolate here before following the path back to Eagles Nest, brightened by the night sky.<\/p>\n

This 13-kilometre hike<\/a> will take place on 3 January, 2 February, and 2 April in 2026.<\/p>\n

2. Super Full Moon Hike
\n\"SuperTake in the might of a super full moon.<\/p>\n

The only thing that could level up the celestial beauty of a full moon hike would be a super full moon hike<\/a>. Following the same route, you\u2019ll meet the moon when it is largest and closest to Earth by ascending to the summit of Mount Kosciuszko at an elevation of 2228 metres. From such a height, it almost feels as though you could reach out and touch its glowing surface.<\/p>\n

Given the rarity and splendour of the super full moon, limited spots fill up fast for this awe-inspiring hike, so be sure to book the 5 December in advance.<\/p>\n

3. Lunar Eclipse Hike
\n\"ThredboSee dazzling celestial displays.<\/p>\n

What could be more extraordinary than witnessing a lunar eclipse from Australia\u2019s highest peak? Whether you\u2019re a keen astronomer or simply revel in nature\u2019s beauty, this guided 13-kilometre hike<\/a> will place you on top of Mount Kosciuszko just as Earth passes between the sun and moon, throwing shade over the lunar surface before transforming it with a deep-red hue.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an epic place to witness one of our galaxy\u2019s most spectacular and rare light shows. Apart from the dazzling celestial display, you\u2019ll also enjoy walking through the moon-bathed landscape, an evening chairlift ride, and a hot chocolate at the summit.<\/p>\n

Book now for 3 March.<\/p>\n

4. New Moon Hike
\n\"NewCatch the changing skies of a new moon.<\/p>\n

A stargazer\u2019s delight, the darkness of a new moon gives the Milky Way full permission to dazzle with its shimmering display. Both astronomers and photographers will relish this opportunity to observe and capture the starry skyscape from the lofty height of Australia\u2019s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko. Departing Thredbo Village at dusk and leaving its twinkling lights far below, you\u2019ll arrive at the summit in time to see the sun slip away and the stars appear.<\/p>\n

Catch this hike during the new moon lunar phase<\/a> on 20 December, 19 January,\u00a017 February, 19 March or 17 April.<\/p>\n

5. Thredbo River Track
\n\"ThredboTake yourself along the Thredbo River Track.<\/p>\n

Embark on a gentle entry into the Snowy Mountain scenery with an amble along the Thredbo River. This self-guided hike hugs the river and wanders along the valley floor, revealing snow gum forests, swimming holes and little waterfalls that make for revitalising cold plunges in the summer heat.<\/p>\n

6. Merritts Nature Track
\n\"MerrittsStop at swimming holes along the way.<\/p>\n

On warm summer days, venturing into the cooler air of Thredbo\u2019s alpine tracks offers relief from the heat. Particularly if you set course for the four-kilometre Merritts Nature Track<\/a>, where there are opportunities to take a refreshing dip in swimming holes along the way.<\/p>\n

The two-to-three-hour self-guided hike meanders through towering ancient trees (dubbed the \u2018Pixie Forest\u2019 by locals), takes in stunning mountain vistas and is soundtracked by the melody of birdsong. Stop for a picnic and discover a hidden natural infinity pool, the location of which is given away by the roar of a cascading waterfall.<\/p>\n

7. Mt Kosciuszko Summit Tour
\n\"FollowFollow a guide along Mt Kosciuszko\u2019s summit.<\/p>\n

While you can easily steer yourself to Australia\u2019s most iconic peak without a guide, following an expert guide to the summit of Mount Kosciuszko<\/a> will colour your experience with a deeper knowledge of the landscape and its wild inhabitants. The 13-kilometre return trail puts the alpine scenery on display with 360-degree views from the highest spot in the country.<\/p>\n

The walk begins at the top of the Kosciuszko Chairlift and takes around four to six hours to complete, but is gentle enough to be embarked upon by all ages.<\/p>\n

8. Snowies Alpine Walk Experience
\n\"SnowiesJoin a two- or three-day experience along Snowies Alpine Walk.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to truly untether from daily life and embark on a real immersion in Thredbo\u2019s stunning alpine scenery, pack your hiking boots for the newest multi-day walk in the mountains. The Snowies Alpine Walk<\/a> can be tackled over two or three days and includes nightly accommodation in the iconic Thredbo Alpine Hotel<\/a>, daily buffet breakfast, packed lunch and dinner vouchers, plus daily transfers to and from trail heads in a brand-new Defender.<\/p>\n

The two-day experience covers 24 kilometres, while the three-day experience almost doubles that at 44 kilometres. Along the way, explore barely trod landscapes, vast high-country plains and uplifting mountain horizons.<\/p>\n

Discover the full offering of summer hikes in Thredbo at thredbo.com.au.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Thredbo in summer is a nature lover\u2019s dream of show-stopping alpine beauty, cool mountain air and magical moonlit…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":17815,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[6541,15094,10716,152,247],"class_list":["post-17814","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-sydney","tag-accommodation","tag-affordable","tag-dreaming","tag-news","tag-sydney"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17814","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17814"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17814\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17815"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17814"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17814"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17814"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}