Into the Wild: Acacia Flat Overnight Hike

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Into the Wild: Acacia Flat Overnight Hike

$429.00

Challenge yourself on a rewarding full-pack trek through rugged wilderness and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Grose Valley. Beginning at Evans Lookout, you'll descend through spectacular sandstone escarpments, lush forests, and scenic valley trails, carrying everything you need for an authentic overnight adventure. Along the way, you'll build confidence, resilience, and a sense of achievement while immersing yourself in one of the Blue Mountains' most iconic wilderness areas.

Your journey leads to the renowned Acacia Flat Campground, nestled amongst towering blue gums deep within the valley. Spend the evening relaxing in nature, sharing stories around camp, and enjoying the tranquillity of this remote wilderness setting before waking to the sounds of birdsong and fresh mountain air. To make your adventure even more enjoyable, Friday night's accommodation in Blackheath is included, allowing you to arrive refreshed and ready for an unforgettable weekend of hiking, connection, and exploration.

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DETAILS

  • Cost: $429*

  • Meeting Time: Friday, November 27, 2026 from 4 pm

    *Due to the early start, we have organised and included Friday night’s accommodation based on twin share. Limited Single Supplements are available for an additional $70.

  • Meeting Location: Blackheath Motor Inn, 281 Great Western Hwy, Blackheath. ( On Saturday, we will carpool to the start of the hike at Evan Lookout at 7 am)

  • Maximum number: 12

  • Difficulty:  Challenging. Two days of hiking on challenging terrain, with a full pack- some rock scrambling with some exposure to heights. You need good balance and to be comfortable on uneven terrain.

  • Fitness Requirements: High level of fitness, good general health.

  • Finish Time: Sunday Approx. 4.00 pm

  • Enquiries: admin@ditradventures.com.au or call Michele 0423 190 010

INCLUDED: 

  • Two experienced Diamonds in the Rough Leaders 

  • Friday Night accommodation ay Blackheath Motor Inn

  • On-the-go breakfast Saturday Morning

  • Pre-adventure meeting for information and comprehensive advice on gear, food choices and equipment to have you confident and prepared

  • Wilderness First Aid kit and all safety equipment inc PLB

EXCLUDED

  • Travel to and from Blackheath

  • Dinner out on Friday night

  • No food is provided-this is a self- catered hike

WHAT TO BRING 

  • Hiking pack (60-70L capacity). 

  • Tent 

  • Warm Sleeping bag- the mountains can get cold

  • Thermal liner (optional) 

  • Sleeping mat 

  • Camp chair (optional) 

  • At least 3-5 L of water 

  • Head torch with spare batteries 

  • Rain jacket with a hood 

  • T-shirt- recommend merino 

  • Hiking pants 

  • Long sleeve shirt,

  • Warm fleece jacket/puffer jacket 

  • Thermal top/bottoms- to sleep in

  • Swimmers/towel (if braving the stream for a dip)

  • Boots 

  • Hiking socks

  • Gaiters- optional 

  • Personal medication inc blister treatment 

  • Minimal toiletries- tissues, wet wipes and clip lock bags (for toileting) Our leave no trace policy requires you take out all waste such as toilet paper and wet wipes. Coaches will carry a small shovel 

  • Sunscreen 

  • Hat/cap

  • Bug spray 

  • Beanie/gloves/buff or snood 

  • Hiking poles 

  • Camp shoes (optional) 

  • Recommended- waterproof pack liner, waterproof stuff sacks 

  • Small Thermos of hot water (for your tea/coffee) 

  • Light weight cooking apparatus (jetboil, trangia, propane gas) 

  • Plate/cutlery/mug 

  • Personal use light weight food for 2 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast - keep it simple 

  • Personal Snacks- tea/ coffee/powered milk  We want to strongly discourage any treats for the whole group- (including alcohol) your food should be just for you (and possibly organised with one other,) keep your pack as light as possible.