Take advantage of Melbourne’s winter playground on board our one-day tour to the beautiful Lake Mountain! Located only 2 hours from the city, you’ll have plenty of time to make lasting memories. Have a go at building a snowman, test your skills with a ski lesson or a toboggan or just have fun throwing some snowballs around.
Standard Price: $110 per adult, $85 per child.
Highlights:
Experience one of Victoria’s most spectacular scenic drives as we pass through the Black Spur, a drive bordered by large mountain ash trees and green tree ferns.
Enjoy 3 hours in a snowy winter wonderland at Lake Mountain where you can try tobogganing, skiing or building a snowman. There’s even time for ski lessons if you choose (own expense).
Warm up at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, where you can enjoy sampling some of their chocolates or grab a hot chocolate or coffee (own expense) while watching chocolatiers at work.
Itinerary details:
Lake Mountain Snow Time:
Leave Melbourne and head straight towards Melbourne’s closest snow resort, with a stop at Beechworth Bakery along the way for those who would like to buy a coffee or morning tea (own expense). We then make the scenic drive through the stunning Black Spur region up to Lake Mountain snow resort, where you have 3 hours to enjoy the winter playground! Build yourselves a snowman, start a snowball competition with your friends or walk up to the lookout. For the more adventurous, have a go at skiing or tobogganing (own expense). There’ll even be time for you to visit the bistro for a meal or a hot drink.
Walks and Waterfalls:
In the early afternoon, we make a visit to a wonderful waterfall near Marysville, named Steavenson Falls. Wander over to the base of the falls along an easy walking track to witness one of the highest waterfalls in Victoria at 122m!
Warm up with chocolate:
On the drive back to Melbourne, we head through the Yarra Valley region, known for its food, wine and beautiful scenery. We’ll stop by the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice-Creamery where you’ll have the opportunity to sample some of the chocolates or warm up with hot chocolate (own expense) after your day in the snow.
Inclusion:
Melbourne city pick up and drop off, informative commentary, experienced and knowledgeable guide, park entrance fees.
To Bring:
Camera, waterproof jacket, gloves, beanie and a sense of adventure. Guests can hire snow gear and equipment at Lake Mountain (own expense). Please see below for the full listing.
Available to rent at Lake Mountain:
Prices listed are to be used as a guide only, as prices may be subject to change without notice. All equipment and lessons are booked directly with Lake Mountain Resort.
Ski Equipment
Skis / boots / poles - $35.50 (adult)
Skis / Boots / poles - $35.50 (child)
Skis only (Classic or Skate) - $22.00
Ski boots only - $22.00 (adult)
Ski boots only - $15.00 (child)
Poles only - $12.00
Lesson Packages
Skis / boots / poles / 60 minute lesson - $70.00 (adult)
Skis / boots / poles / 60 minute lesson - $65.00 (child)
Snowboard mini lesson - $35.00 (child only)
Packages
Toboggan / PVC jacket & pants / boots - $40.00 (adult or child)
Snowsuit / boots - $40.00 (child only)
Toboggan / snowsuit / boots - $45.00 (child only)
Padded pants / jacket / boots - $50.00 (adult)
Padded pants / jacket / boots - $45.00 (child)