Autumn Alpine Family Getaway
Together. Explore. Connect.
Explore the Australian Alps on this unforgettable 5-day getaway. Adventure with your family through this stunning part of God’s creation, explore Smiggins, summit Kosciuszko, ride the Thredbo Valley Track and hike around Blue Lake.
All of our Getaways are fully catered and thoroughly Christian, giving you the space to disconnect to reconnect with what matters most.
Don’t miss the chance to book your family into this unforgettable experience.
Mon 12th April - Friday 16th April
(first week of the NSW Autumn school holidays)
What does it look like?
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Drive your family to Smiggins
Meet and greet over chocutterie
Dine together
Evening exploration of the natural environment or enjoy the fire.
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Provided warm breakfast with Espresso coffee
Ride or walk past Seamans Hut to Rawson Pass
Enjoy a packed lunch on top of the country at Australia’s highest peak.
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Enjoy shuttling with our bus and purpose built bike trailer to Thredbo for a gentle descent downhill toward Jindabyne.
OR take advantage of the lift network and dedicated downhill trails in Thredbo’s MTB park.
OR choose to recreate in the cafes, picnic areas, pump track, indoor heated pool all within the Thredbo Village.
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Join our Hiking guides for an offtrack wilderness experinece to Blue Lake and Hedley Tarn with a packed lunch.
OR laze about the lodge recovering with a book in a quiet spot and enjoy a quiet indoor lunch.
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Final breakfast together.
Pack up and depart the lodge
The holiday is tailored to create incredible memories within your family, with the opportunity to make new friends.
Connect
Our team of Christian leaders and volunteers will help you think about the place of Jesus in your family’s daily rhythms.
Reflect
The itinerary has the right balance of adventure & rest, freedom & facilitation so you don’t waste this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Optimised
Frequently Asked Questions
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All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 5 inclusive
Lodge style family accomodation in Smiggins
An itinerary that makes the most of region and has been proven popular with families.
Use of our Mountain Bikes (Hardtail/front suspension)
Bike transport/shuttles for our bikes or yours.
Satellite communications for remote activities
Wilderness hiking guides
Behind-the-scenes support and 24/7 emergency contact
Comprehensive risk management with clear contingencies
Bus transport from Jindabyne for families not wishing to purchase their own National Parks pass
A pre-trip online briefing session to help you prepare.
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Transport from your home to Jindabyne.
Lunch on the first and last days. There will be opportunity to purchase at Jindabyne.
Soft drinks nor alcoholic beverages (not to be consumed in the lodge).
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$650 per person. Which we think is exceptional value considering the accomodation, catering and included activities.
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With the right gear a bit of rain might be just what is needed to make the trip even more memorable!
The lodge has drying room facilities so we’re confident a damp day won’t ruin this Getaway. -
We’ll be Southern Cross Alpine Lodge in Smiggins.
A dedicated facility for Christian ministry families will be accomodated in their own rooms to maximise discipleship moments that come from bedtime conversations.
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Rooms are not ensuited however there are numerous bathrooms on each level for convenience.
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No. We’re genuinely delighted to welcome all people, regardless of their faith.
Our team are all Christians and carefully craft the input and delivery to avoid ostracizing or prompting a sense of guilt in someone who doesn’t have a Christian faith.
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A combination of Youthworks Team members who may be supported by men and women volunteers from various churches.
Leaders will have verified Working with Children Checks and Safe Ministry Training.
Read more here: youthworks child protection.
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Youthworks has a proven track record in outdoor education risk management thanks to our rich history in christian camping.
From satellite communications/tracking to careful route selection, our team manage risks to reduce the severity and liklihood of consequences while maximising the benefits that come from exploration, nature play and adventure.
A qualified Wilderness First Aid leader and kit will be present throughout the week.
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The lodge does not allow alcohol to be brought onto the property.
Register your interest now
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