New to hiking or looking to build your confidence on the trails? Join us for Hiking 101—an engaging and practical skills hiking workshop designed to give you the know-how to hike smarter, safer, and with more confidence.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Cape Le Grand National Park, this 5km return hike from Lucky Bay to Thistle Cove is the perfect classroom. Along the way, you’ll learn the fundamentals of hiking safety, trip planning, trail etiquette, basic modern navigation techniques, and how to prepare for a day on the trails—from gear selection to packing tips and hydration strategies.

Led by Off The Beaten Track WA’s experienced and award-winning Guides, this small-group experience is all about empowering you to explore the outdoors with confidence and clarity. 

Includes: 5km guided hiking, hiking 101 skills workshop delivered throughout, National Park Pass, morning tea, sunscreen, repellent & a whole lot of fun!

Fitness level: Moderate fitness required – suitable for beginner to intermediate hikers ready to take the next step.

What to Bring? 20-30ltr backpack, 2-3ltrs water, personal first aid and medications, rain jacket (just in case), hat, sunglasses, camera, a good attitude and big smile!

Meeting Point: Lucky Bay Car Park, Cape Le Grand NP, Esperance, WA.

In partnership with Australia's Golden Outback and supported by the State Government (DLGSC) through the WA Hiking Participation Grants Program and DBCA, we are honoured to hosting this event for the GROUNDED Esperance Hiking Festival 2025.

Off The Beaten Track WA provide a trained and experienced Lead Guide and Support Guide for our hikes. We carry two-way communication devices, a personal location beacon when phone signal is not available and we’re a fully licensed, insured and accredited Western Australian tourism business provide hiking and adventure experiences with a twist!

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Wander on Country with Off The Beaten Track WA and Dabungool Cultural Experiences for an exclusive collaborative GROUNDED experience!

You’ll experience an immersive 2.5km hike from Lucky Bay to Thistle Cove led by OTBT’s award-winning Guides. Here, the team from Dabungool will welcome you to Wudjari Country and take you for a walk on Kepa Kurl Boodja sharing their cultural knowledge that’s been passed down from one generation to the next for thousands of generations. 

You’ll listen to some cultural Dreaming stories whilst you enjoy a bush tucker grazing board and some freshly made bush tea.

As the sun starts to sink into the horizon, you’ll walk back to Lucky Bay arriving at dusk to see the bay transform from daylight to twilight.

Includes: 5km guided hiking, cultural experience led by Dabungool Cultural Experiences, Bush Tucker grazing & herbal tea, National Park entry fee, sunscreen, repellent & a whole lot of fun!

Fitness level: Reasonable fitness required – suitable for beginner hikers wanting to deepen their connection to place.

What to Bring? 20-30ltr backpack, 2-3ltrs water, personal first aid and medications, rain jacket and warm jacket (just in case), hat, sunglasses, camera, a good attitude and big smile!

Meeting Point: Lucky Bay Car Park, Cape Le Grand NP, Esperance, WA.

In partnership with Dabungool Cultural Experiences and Australia's Golden Outback we are honoured to hosting this event for the GROUNDED Esperance Hiking Festival 2025.

Off The Beaten Track WA provide a trained and experienced Lead Guide and Support Guide for our hikes. We carry two-way communication devices, a personal location beacon when phone signal is not available and we’re a fully licensed, insured and accredited Western Australian tourism business provide hiking and adventure experiences with a twist!

To view other Off The Beaten Track WA events and tours please click here!