Travel guide Snowy Mountains

The Heritage listed country town of Adelong is nestled along the Adelong River to the northwest of the Snowy Mountains. This pretty 19th century town has an array of historic farmhouses, town buildings and plenty of trees, which change colour in a spectacular fashion in autumn. Ghosts of gold diggers long past would likely be thrilled to see how much of their history has been preserved, offering a mixture of charm and beauty to an area that is frequented by bushwalkers and skiers alike, staying in nearby tourist centres.   Things to do: Given Adelong is best known for its golden history, you may want to try your hand at fossicking for gold at Richies Gold Battery located at Adelong Falls Reserve.    Walking the streets of Adelong will provide a feel for the charm of the... Read more

A successful holiday is measured in many ways. Your hosts want you to be rewarded as follows:

Fondly remember their area as the most scenic, pristine and enchanting countryside in this vast country; recall home cooked meals, billy tea and damper
shared with friends in a comfortable and well equipped camp.

Go away regarding your hosts as friendly, professional, hardworking mountain people. Last, but not least, they want you to remember your horse as a trustworthy friend that got... Read more

The Snowy Mountains Climbing School are the outdoor adventure specialists.

If you want to experience the best the outdoors has to offer then the SMCS can make it happen with tailor-made programs and adventures to suit your individual or groups' outdoor adventure needs.

Activities include: rock climbing, abseiling and winter adventures. Read more

Mountain views, fishing, sailing and nearby skiing make Talbingo a terrific holiday destination for any time of the year. Despite being a tiny town with a population of less than 300, it is bursting with inspiration. So it isn’t surprising that it was the birth place to one of Australia’s most famous writers, Miles Franklin, who penned My Brilliant Career and All That Swagger in the early 1900s. The spectacular mountain scenery brings out the artist in everyone, so if you have any desire to try your hand at oil or watercolours, don’t forget your easel and brushes. Or you may find yourself wanting to photograph the wild brumbies on your way in, or the many stunning birds of the region with the wonders of Kosciuszko National Park as your backdrop. Things to do: Tal... Read more

Pender Lea Chalets Alpine Way, Thredbo Valley, Snowy Mountains New South Wales You’ll want to return time and again. Pender Lea Chalets are secluded, traditional Swiss-style chalets in gorgeous bush surrounds that give you the feeling of being close enough to the action, without always having to be in the thick of things.  It is just off the Alpine Way on a bush property that is also popular for horse-riding in the summer. Overall rating?  Good What makes Pender Lea different? I was traveling with six friends and the chalet was ideal for that, but would equally suit the family as an ideal place to stay for a ski holiday or a bush experience. The property consists of several self-contained chalets of differing configurations to cater for different needs. Accommo... Read more

A family ski holiday is one of those things we all want to do, but various issues can make us choose another destination, price obviously being one! However, that first family holiday to the snow is not necessarily out of reach, and can offer enough interest and variety to keep the non-skiers happy as well! What is needed is a family-friendly resort that understands that the needs of family skiers are different to those of others. Mt Selwyn is a friendly ski resort that is ideal for a family ski holiday.  The Selwyn snowfields offer shorter, safer runs due to the gentle nature of the terrain, and the Chum Bowl is probably the best beginners area in the mountains. The ski programs cater to both adults and children, with toddlers as young as 18 months eligible to join the ski school.&n... Read more

Winter is here, and what better way to enjoy the season than a family trip to the snow, which can be as simple as sliding down the slopes on plastic garbage bags or as extravagant as resorts and skiing schools for the children. Whatever you choose, a holiday to the snow is one that is usually enjoyed just as much by the parents as the children. Ski School Much more fun than real school, ski school will teach children how to ski or snowboard and give you some time out to hit the big slopes (or just the spa!). The instructors will put your children in classes according to age and skill and they will be given all the safety equipment, such as helmets for first timers. Classes can run for a few hours on one single day, but it is probably better to keep the consistency and momentum goin... Read more

Bredbo is a quaint rural village located in the Monaro, the heart of Merino Country. Undisturbed by the urban sprawl of the major cities and towns Bredbo has retained its old world charm and the true nature of Australian rural life. The gateway to the High Country Bredbo is surrounded by views of sprawling grasslands, pastures and mountains. Bredbo is the perfect place to energise the body and soul so that after your visit you’ll be ready to take on the world again. All your senses can be indulged by booking a Soar, Sup and Slumber package. Experience the spirit of adventure with the serenity and tranquility of gliding over the Monaro. With your feet back on the ground prolong the feeling of peace while sipping on a glass of Settin Estate wine and munching on a succulent wood f... Read more

Yuranga – Aboriginal for ‘extensive view’ Old Adaminaby, Snowy Mountains, NSW Yuranga is a large, comfortable log house, well situated on Old Adaminaby with expansive lake and countryside views. It is a great place just to chill out, or from where you can gain easy access to the lake and Mt Selwyn ski fields. Overall rating: Great with Excellent cleanliness What makes Yuranga different? No matter what the weather, Yuranga caters for it all – sit on the outside deck and swim in the lake in the summer, or cosy up in front of one of the two log fires in wintertime. With a TV in every bedroom and two lounge areas, the house is perfect for extended family or group getaways. Proximity to the lake make this a fisherman’s delight. Accommodation overview Three... Read more

Ski Thredbo, Snowy Mountains, NSW Thredbo ski fields, in NSW’s Kosciuszko National Park, are home to Australia’s longest ski run, the 5.9km from Karel’s T-Bar to Friday Flat, across wide open slopes and fascinating snowgum trails. World Class Skiing With 672 metres of vertical and its highest elevation at 2,037 metres, 14 lifts and 480 hectares of terrain, Thredbo is the place to ski, snowboard or après-ski in NSW. For beginners, intermediate or advanced skiers and snowboarders, there is something for everyone in Thredbo. As the advertising slogan says – Thredbo, You’ll like it! Friday Flat is purpose-built for beginners with a carpet lift and chairlift. Intermediates can cruise the Cruiser at Meritts and carve the Supertrail down the main spine o... Read more