Bibbulmun Pemberton - Northcliffe Pack & Camp 3 Day Hike
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The Bibbulmun (Bib) Track stretches 1003kms from Kalamunda to Albany and is Western Australia’s longest walking trail.
Escape the hustle and bustle and the endless list of “things to do” and instead reconnect with nature on this 50 km / 3 day incredible hiking adventure.
Trekking from the famous Gloucester Tree in Pemberton to the small South West town of Northcliffe you will be totally immersed in our spectacular Southern Forests!
You will be expertly guided through the:
Lush Karri and Jarrah forests
Rolling country hills
Trees covered in vibrant green moss
Little bridges (and a mighty big one too!)
Flowing rivers
Tranquil cascades
Picturesque farmland
You are invited to come and experience the great South West along parts of the magical Bib track that are only accessible by foot. This is the perfect adventure off the beaten track and a great one for beginners to dip their toe into multi-day hiking!
Book now or check out the full inclusion list and detailed itinerary below for more information.
Itinerary:
Day 1 | (Departing 6:30am) Drive Day & Pemberton – Warren Campsite (14 km)
After driving down to Pemberton in the South West of WA you will kick off day one of hiking at the the Cascades in Gloucester National Park. You will begin the hike by walking through a tall and lush karri forest with moss covered fallen trees and thick karri hazel undergrowth. The fungi throughout the forest is incredible! You’ll pass through farmland and some stunning rolling hills, before entering the forest again towards Warren River. A steep ascent up to Warren campsite and home for the night! Day 1 is a big effort, but you’ll be rewarded with a hot track meal and a campfire (weather permitting).
Day 2 | Warren Campsite – Schafer Campsite (22.1 km)
A nice downhill to start the day to the very special River Road Bridge. Today we will weave between wide and narrow track through lush karri forest with plenty more fungi on display! We’ll get even more spectacular views of the Warren River today before we move through some farmland before we reach Schafer Dam and campsite. Today is a very enjoyable day of hiking with not too many hills, but plenty of lush forest to immerse yourself in!Day 3 | Schafer Campsite – Northcliffe (14.5 km)
The views from camp looking down at the dam are just spectacular, but alas you must continue with your hike as today is day 3 and your final day on the track. Today the forest is a mix of karri and marri/jarrah as you move along a fairly flat trail towards Northcliffe. There will be some lovely green pastures to hike alongside before you head back deep into the forest and the lovely Gardner River.
Before you know it, you’ll be walking into the town of Northcliffe and checking in to local accommodation signifying you have completed three days on the Bibbulmun track! After a hot shower, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner at the local pub and celebrate our adventure together.
Day 4 | (Arrive back in Perth by 2pm)
Check out & drive back to Perth.
After 3 days on the Bibbulmun Track and hiking an impressive 50kms, you will be picked up and can relax as we drive you back to Perth. You will feel empowered and invigorated, with
plenty of amazing memories and stories to tell!
Departing from: 6:30am Cockburn Central Train Station, ‘The Siding’ pick up area, Junction Boulevard, Cockburn. Please arrive 6:15am ready for a 6:30am departure.
Experience Includes:
3 x days of guided hiking
2 x nights camping at Bibbulmun Track shelters
1 x night accommodation in Northcliffe
Return transport from Cockburn Central to Pemberton/Northcliffe
2 x trail breakfasts, 3 x trail lunches, 2 x trail dinners, Trail snacks for each day (optional food bundle)
1 x pub dinner in Pemberton
1 x breakfast in Pemberton
Information session
Access to all OTBT photographs
50% discount on OTBT Endurance Hikes (training)
Individual Equipment Hire Available:
65ltr backpack
1 person tent
2 person tent (to share with a pal)
Sea to Summit sleeping mat
Stove & Pot set
Or make life easy and hire the full Overnight Hiking Kit which includes the below (pricing as per above):
OTBT Overnight Hiking Kit
Hiking poles
Own tent (or shared if preferred)
Sleeping mat
65lt backpack
Hiking stove with gas
Lightweight pot set
Mug, Bowl, Spoon
Head torch
Water purification tablets
Dry sack for food storage
Dry sack for clean clothes storage
Upon registration, you will be issued with a Guest Information Pack which contains a training plan, packing list, copy of itinerary and other useful information.
Fitness Level: A medium level of fitness is required for these hikes. You do not need to have overnight hiking experience, however it is advantageous to have done at least one overnight hiker before embarking on a multi-day journey. We will guide you through the packing and preparation and even assist you with some training suggestions. During the hike, we will be going at a pace where we will enjoy the journey as well as the destination.
Off The Beaten Track WA provide a trained and experienced Lead Guide for their hikes, carry two-way communication devices, a personal location beacon and is a fully licensed, insured and accredited tourism business aiming to provide hiking experiences with a twist!
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Woohoo! Your next adventure awaits!
You’re officially booked for the Bibbulmun Pemberton to Northcliffe Pack & Camp Hike with Off The Beaten Track WA!
GUEST INFORMATION PACK
Please download your Guest Information Pack for a detailed itinerary, info about your accommodation, a suggested packing list, and some tips on getting hike fit.
WHERE TO MEET?
Please meet us at:
6:15am (for 6:30am departure) Cockburn Central Train Station – ‘The Siding’ pick up area. Junction Blvd, Cockburn.
JOIN OTBT CONNECT!
Now that you’re an OTBT hiker, come hang out in our private Facebook group OTBT Connect – the perfect place to share photos, connect with fellow hikers, and relive the magic. Our guides will also upload your tour photos there!
We can’t wait to share the beauty of Western Australia with you! See you soon!
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Ash kept us highly entertained with his comments and jokes!!!
I would highly recommend 'Off The Beaten Track', especially Ash as your guide.
DON'T WAIT - JUST DO IT!
and delicious catering! So many benefits mentally physically emotionally……… Such a great way to meet new people in our own Big beautiful backyard!
Absolutely recommend
We learnt lots about the local area on the way thanks to their great knowledge and spent a lot of time laughing. Would definitely join again and had a great time!
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK, led by Tracy and with wonderful help from Sarah and Anne Marie.
Every part of the walk was explained and advice was given.
The break in the middle was welcome, with tea and refreshments and a lovely platter of biscuits and cheeses and strawberries and other items.
Thank you for supplying the walking poles to me as a newby.
I thoroughly enjoyed the walk as a 77 year old senior.
Alan G
As always, the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Our guides (Mikey and Kym) were outstanding – knowledgeable, supportive, and full of good humour – which made the whole trip even more enjoyable. We had plenty of laughs along the way, were treated to gourmet food, and even enjoyed some wine tasting on the journey back.
Everything was so well organised and thoughtfully planned. I always feel looked after and inspired on these trips.
Can’t wait to join OTBT for more adventures in the future!
Highly recommend.
Super fun and friendly.- will definitely be signing up for more adventures.
Australia is a world way away from many of us, and it takes a lifetime to fully experience everything it has to offer. Don't hesitate to do your research well ahead of your visit and benefit from the insider knowledge/tips that OTBT can share with you. Thank you, Tracy and Sarah!
I’m not a strong confident swimmer but the partnering tour companies were awesome and supplied life jackets or pool noodles to make me feel comfortable in the deep ocean.
The tours were amazing, the snorkelling surreal and can be summed up as WOW!!! No hesitation in recommending, even if your not a confident swimmer - book it I travelled with my husband who was also impressed and exceeded all expectations
From our first gorgeous sunset views at Vlamingh Lighthouse to our last stunning sunrise from Charles Knife Canyon, this trip was amazing!! The hikes were tough but worth it! Yardie Gorge and Mandu Mandu Gorge!! We got to see wildlife everywhere including Ospreys, bats and black flanked rock wallabies. The stunning Ningaloo reef experiences were even better than I had ever imagined! From sea kayaking, snorkeling, the glass bottom boat trip and the unbelievable Whaleshark experience! We saw whalesharks, turtles, dolphins, dugong, giant clams and so many reef fish! This is a trip I'll never forget. Thanks to our awesome guide Sarah for making this such an unforgettable experience.
Will be back for the guided multi days hike next time !
Accommodation in Albany was great, very central to cafe's and restaurants where we dined and the food was delicious.
First hike on the Bald Head Trail was challenging but the views were breathtaking.
Our second hike had to be cancelled due to weather conditions but the alternative was organised immediately including our winery lunch. We hiked Mount Hallowell in Denmark and this hike was fantastic definitely a contrast from the previous day and the views at the top were astounding.
We also did a sunrise hike to Point King Lighthouse ruins which was not on our itinerary but our guides went out of their way to get up early to take us and the sunrise was spectacular.
Will definitely do another tour with OTBT

































































