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Carry only your day pack while we take care of the
rest. Guided by environmental scientists and local Aboriginal guides, enjoy
large tents, comfy beds, hot showers, heaters in the winter and chef-prepared
meals. Advanced Ecotourism accredited and proud winner of double Gold at the
2025 NSW Tourism Awards. Departs Byron Bay, Mullumbimby, Kingscliff.
Tour Description
Journey through 48km of breathtaking landscapes: sclerophyll forests, lush rainforests, waterfalls and panoramic lookouts. Carry a day pack only- our logistics crew takes care of everything else! Experience the region’s natural beauty, ecology, and Indigenous heritage.
After a wonderful day’s hiking, you will arrive at your fully set-up bush glamping accommodation, youll be able to have a hot shower and freshen up. As the sun sets, put your feet up and relax with a cold beer or wine a grazing platter of local delicacies. Awake with a steaming coffee and breakfast before your next day of adventure. This experience culminates at the breathtaking Minyon Falls.
All our guides are accredited Environmental Scientists or Aboriginal cultural specialists, bringing deep knowledge and expertise to ensure your tour is both educational and enriching. Vision Walks is an award-winning company, proud to have won NSW’s Best Tour Operator 2023. We also have the highest level of Eco Tourism Accreditation in Australia. We cannot wait to take you on this incredible journey!
Highlights
- Trek through breathtaking landscapes, from dry sclerophyll forests and lush rainforests, past ancient trees to waterfalls and panoramic mountain lookouts.
- Expert guides; 2 guides on each walk, 1 environmental scientist, 1 hiking expert, plus local Widjubul-Wiabul elder to talk to the group on night 3.
- Travel light, free from the burden of heavy packs, as your belongings are carefully transported
- Bush Glamp in style with a fully set up camp, tall tents, camping beds and comfortable pillows
- Awake with hot, freshly prepared coffee in the morning, a cold beer or wine in the evening and a steaming hot shower
- Dine on a hearty chef-prepared meal using local ingredients at the end of each day- a meal under the stars.
Inclusions: All camping equipment is included, transported by our logistics team so you don’t have to lift a finger!
- Tents: One tent to 2 people, unless you’ve chosen the single supplement. Each tent is a 6 person tent, which is 2m high, leaving ample room and head height.
- Deluxe raised camping bed, these can be pushed together for couples.
- Bedding: Sleeping sheets, sleeping bag, blanket, comfortable pillow and a hot water bottle in the colder months
- Portable hot showers
- Large lithium batteries powered by solar with multiple USB ports – to charge your devices
- Other equipment including: camping chairs, lanterns, gas heaters (campfires are not permitted)
- Filtered drinking water
All Meals are provided: Local Chef-Prepared Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks. Meals will be prepared by local chefs at the Bloody Good Food Company. Each meal incorporates locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing fresh, in season, sustainable options.
- Breakfast: Local muesli, milk, butter, sourdough bread, macadamia and Davidson plum spreads, blueberries, tea, and coffee.
- Lunch: Bento-style track boxes with sections containing, salads, proteienss, snacks, fruit, and trail mix to keep energy levels high during the hike.
- Dinner: Evening meals include a grazing platter and a one-pot meal cooked by the guide, with drinks for an enjoyable, relaxing experience around the campsite.
All drinks: All drinking water will be provided. In addition. coffee, tea and alcoholic beverages will be served in the evenings: local Stone & Wood beer and quality, local wine from Jilly Wines.
What’s Not Included?
Please bring all personal items including: water bottle, insect repellent, clothing, toiletries, any medication needed etc.
Hiking Itinerary
Day One: Unicorn Falls to Camp One (9.6km)
Pick up from Byron Bay, KIngsliff, Mullumbimby. Arrive at trail head for briefing. Starting with a side track to Unicorn Falls, hikers will explore the area’s distinct dry sclerophyll forest, keeping an eye out for native birds as they continue along the old Whiskey Creek logging trail. This route transitions into a lush wet sclerophyll forest and a touch of rainforest before reaching the awe-inspiring Hell’s Hole, for an optional swim. The day’s journey concludes at Camp One, where hikers are greeted with their full glamping set up, hot showers and a warm dinner.
Day Two: Camp One to Camp Two (18km)
This challenging 18km hike ascends 600m into ancient blackbutt and subtropical rainforests. Hikers take breaks at two stunning lookouts, each offering breathtaking views of Wollumbin, Commissioners Creek, and beyond. Crossing the Doon Doon saddle, guests traverse the borders between Mount Jerusalem National Park and Nightcap National Park. After a panoramic view from Tea Tree Lookout, the group continues up the historic Nightcap Bluff to Camp Two. Where luxury awaits the day’s end.
Day Three: Camp Two to Weeun Weeun Camp (11.4km)
After the previous day’s challenging hike, Day 3 is a gentler, scenic descent through wet and dry sclerophyll forests. Following the ridgeline and taking in views of Goonengerry National Park and Coopers Creek, hikers reach the peaceful Weeun Weeun Camp, located near the Wanganui Gorge. That afternoon a Widjubul- Wiabul Elder will speak to the groups about the significance of the walk.
Day Four Weeun Weeun Camp to Minyon Grass (12km)
The final stretch of the journey winds through diverse landscapes, including scenic creek crossings and the tranquil Boggy Creek Walk, before continuing toward Minyon. The trail meanders through lush lowland subtropical rainforest, leading to the awe-inspiring Valley of the Giants, where towering brush box, blackbutt, and strangler figs create a mystical atmosphere. Here, guests can take a refreshing swim and enjoy lunch at the base of Minyon Falls. The hike concludes around 3 PM with a climb to Minyon Grass, where transport will be waiting to return guests to their accommodations.
What Happens at Camp?
Morning:
Wake up whenever you like and step out of your tent to the sounds of birdsong as the bush comes to life. Breathe in the fresh morning air, sip on a freshly brewed coffee or a quiet cup of tea, and ease into the day. Stretch out any sore hiking muscles before enjoying a delicious, nourishing breakfast. Take a refreshing morning shower—or opt for an evening shower the night before—and get ready for the day’s adventure. No need to pack up; our logistics crew will take care of dismantling the camp while you set off on your hike.
Evening:
Return from your hike to a fully set-up camp, glowing with lantern light as the sun begins to set. Have a nice hot shower. Kick back and relax with a well-earned Stone & Wood beer or a glass of locally made Jilly wine. A beautifully arranged grazing platter will be served, offering the perfect way to unwind before dinner. Gather around the custom-made Blackbutt dining table to enjoy a nourishing, chef-curated meal under the stars, crafted with fresh, local ingredients. As the night sky fills with stars, take in the breathtaking view, share stories around the gathering circle, or retreat early for a well-deserved rest. Your tent is thoughtfully prepared with fresh bed linen, a comfy pillow, and soft lighting for your convenience. Drift off to sleep surrounded by nature, under a sky free from light pollution—the perfect way to end the day.
A note on safety and logistics:
Due to the remote nature of the territory both the guide and the logistics crew will be issued with a Garmin Inreach in order to communicate with other, which can also be used as a personal locator beacon. Please note that phone reception may be limited for the hike at certain locations. Prior to your departure we will ask you to fill out a medical information form and liability waiver. Its important that you let us know any medical conditions that may be impacted by your walk.
Special Dietary Requirements
We can cater for the following diets: vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, nut free. If you have have additional dietary preferences we’ll do our best, but some may incur a small additional fee, depending on availability and complexity required.
Why choose us?
We have 19 years experience in providing award winning eco tours in the Byron Hinterland.
Our guides are experts in their field. Environmental scientist, hiking expert, local Aboriginal elder.
We make the bush glamping experience as comfortable as possible, we are the only operator on this walk providing: large tents, comfy beds, heaters, hot showers, chef prepared meals, local beer and wine.
In 2025 we won double gold for Best Eco Tourism Operator in NSW and Best Tour Operator in NSW.
This experience is Advanced Eco Tourism, Respecting Our Culture and Climate Action certified, through Eco Tourism Australia.
We are net carbon negative -6.2 tonnes CO2, reducing our emissions as much as possible and offsetting whats left by planting koala food trees.
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GREAT Knowledge of local area
Great places to see
Defintly recommend
It was a surprisingly (to me at least) not a very taxing day - no long hikes.
We did a rainforest walk where a few pademelons were sort of visible. Then the abundance of koalas, and then a lovely picnic by the river. Finally kangaroos and wallabies and a short stop for coffee.
It was perfect.
Hike was amazing but even better were the logistics - food was delicious, beds were super comfy and cosy, there was a shower every night... could not have been better. And the grazing platter that greets you every afternoon when you roll into camp! Best dolmades I've ever tasted!
Our lead guide, Eugene, was knowledgeable and a lot of fun. We even had a botanist with us, Dana, who taught us heaps about all the plant life along the way.
Could not fault anything about this tour or the company. I've done overnight hikes before but not having to carry your full kit, and having access to all that is provided makes this well worth the expense. And a big shout out to 'the elves', who do a great job doing all the hard work in the background so you can concentrate on just walking and enjoying yourself.
If you're not sure about being able to do the walk itself - neither was I. But the pace was good throughout and Eugene was always clear that we were about the journey, not just the destination, so we never felt rushed. Day 2 is the hardest but... you get through it! Then an easy day three is your reward 😆
Do the walk, and do it with this company - it's so good.
Very accomodating when we needed to get out a day early due to intense rainfall.
Friendly helpful and reliable.
Thanks Wendy!
We saw 10 koalas, all peacefully sleeping up in the trees, which was such a special experience. The tour itself was fantastic, and Wendy from Vision Tours made it, she was knowledgeable, friendly and clearly passionate about the area.
It wasn’t just about the koalas either. We also saw macadamia farms, tea tree plantations and cattle egrets, all set against the most beautiful, lush green scenery.
A really well-rounded, relaxed and memorable tour. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Byron.
We were in Byron Bay and wanted to see some wildlife. We'd seen Kangaroos, Wombats and Koalas before, so we did the night vision walk.
The guide took us to a patch of remaining "virgin rain forest) and we saw pademelons (really cool) and walabies, a huge Capet Python hunting the Bush Rats (which are not really rats but marsupials. We saw lots of this Bush Rats as well (and they are pretty cute). Finally, we had a magnificent sighting of something on my bucketlst--a gorgeous Tawny Frogmouth. What an incredible bird.
I would strongly recommend this company and their tours. First rate
Strongly recommend for those that are looking for special encounters with Australia's unique wildlife.
Great suggestions regarding where to leave our car in Mullum.
We decided to make a change to our itinerary on the last day. I phoned Wendy & it was all sorted immediately & her communication was excellent.
Emma, our shuttle driver both ways was very personable & professional.
Thank you for making it all so easy! Will definitely recommend them.
The service could be improved by allowing extra time for the Minyon Grass section of the walk. This last section was incredible but we didn’t have enough time to fully enjoy the experience because of the pick up time.
I highly recommend the great customer service.
Mullumbimby was a great spot to leave the car as travel distance was short and its a fun town to have breakfast before and lunch after.
All these conveniences made for a smooth and fun walking adventure. Thank you!
The service was prompt and friendly, and the advice helpful.
My only criticism is that there was only just enough time for us to do the extra 6 km to the base of Minyon Falls - arguably one of the most spectacular and worthwhile portions of the hike. It would have been nice to have another half an hour to an hour to finish this section of the walk at a more leisurely pace, especially after four days on the trail.
All in all though, I definitely recommend using Vision Walks if you'd like to walk the Gijuum Gulganyi trail but you're not from the area / don't have a car.
The service was prompt and friendly, and the advice helpful.
My only criticism is that there was only just enough time for us to do the extra 6 km to the base of Minyon Falls - arguably one of the most spectacular and worthwhile portions of the hike. It would have been nice to have another half an hour to an hour to finish this section of the walk at a more leisurely pace, especially after four days on the trail.
All in all though, I definitely recommend using Vision Walks if you'd like to walk the Gijuum Gulganyi trail but you're not from the area / don't have a car.
Amazing scenery and comfortable glamping style accommodation each night.
A massive thank you to our guide Tom, whose friendly nature and obvious love of his job made the trek all the more special.
Worth every penny (cent) and a great way to spend a morning.
It was a great day and Tom was a great guide, we definately recommend.
The icing on the cake: she has invested in tree planting so that the carbon footprint of her business is a net positive to the world! And the trees help provide koalas with an enhanced habitat!
This adventure was 100% worth every penny! We couldn’t recommend Wendy and her business high enough.
We spotted koalas on eucaliptus, some kangaroos and wallabi, bats and birds. We had a very nice pic nic (also for vegan vegetarian and gluten free).
Very recommended
Thanks for the great experience and amazing pictures! You made the trip of a lifetime even better! Book today!




















































