Who we are

At the Australian Walking Company we strive to provide unique high quality guided walks that focus on delivering an exemplary guest experience, whilst continuously reflecting the values of cultural and socially sustainable practices and environmentally responsible operations. Through slow journeying on foot we provide the opportunity for guest to step out of the every day and embark upon superb journeys into wild land and seacapes.

We actively care for the places we operate in and endeavour to instil our values of environmental and cultural integrity on our guests and across every level of our company. Our philosophy of belonging, fostering simplicity, environmental and cultural integrity, passionate leadership, genuine fun and 'wow''-ing our guests, speaks to our commitment to care for both people and the environment.

Our Vision

To design, create and deliver high quality guest orientated guided walking experiences showcasing Australia's iconic and incomparable land and seascapes; complemented by delicious locally sourced chef-inspired menus and outstanding architecturally designed eco-lodge accommodation.

Our Philosophy

At the Australian Walking Company, we strive to provide unique high quality guided walks that focus on delivering an exemplary guest experience, whilst continuously reflecting the values of cultural and socially sustainable practices and environmentally responsible operations. Through slow journeying on foot, we provide the opportunity for guest to step out of the every day and embark upon superb journeys into wildland and seascapes.

Our Values

Respect for cultural expression and practices
Understanding the significance of keeping Indigenous cultural practices, tradition and law alive
Promoting and protecting wild places
Sharing the unique cultures and histories of these special places, with awareness and sensitivity
Providing a fully supported guided experience that resonates with people from all walks of life
Providing all-inclusive, fully immersive experience in culture and nature - providing a space in which guests have time to form a greater connection to humanity, nature and themselves
Promoting wild place as sites for healing, therapy, escape, space for contemplation and release
Providing sensitive and appropriate small-scale eco-development that is ecologically and culturally sustainable

Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk - Ken Spence Photography

Sustainable Travel

We take sustainable travel seriously and strive to incorporate sustainable travel practices into all aspects of our business.

We follow best practice track guidelines on our walks. We follow designated trails and remove all waste from our huts, camps and lodge and recycle wherever possible. We ensure our guidelines are up-to-date by working closely with National Parks and Wildlife Services.

When it comes to best environmental practice we are seen as leaders within our industry. We continually monitor current best practice to ensure we are keeping up to date.

We encourage our guests to become engaged with the natural surroundings. This leads to a strong sense of ownership and custodianship of our wild places.

For more details on sustainable bushwalking please download the Green Guide To Bushwalking from Leave No Trace.

We are proud to have achieved our Advanced Eco Accreditation in 2013.

Acknowledgement

The Australian Walking Company acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of this nation. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which our company is located and where we conduct our business.

The Australian Walking Company is committed to honouring Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' continuous connection to country and their rich ongoing contribution to society and environment. It is is through their careful management and protection of the land, animals, plants and culture, that we are privileged to be able to share these extraordinary places with our guests.