Join us on a two day paddle encompassing the spectacular Shoalhaven Gorge, recognised as one of the most scenic flat water paddles in Australia! Enjoy the peace ... no roads, no powerboats, just the noise of the birds to wake you in the morning..... Bliss!
● Shoalhaven Gorge
● Camping Under the Stars
● Abundant Bird Life
8.15am - Arrive at Base Camp where you'll be met by a Qualified Flat Water Guide and our Adventurous Women host Deb. (Driving directions to Base Camp will be given prior to your departure. There is secure parking for your vehicle on site. If driving from Sydney allow 2 hours, If driving from Canberra allow 2hrs 15mins)
Introductions will take place, followed by a briefing, before loading of our equipment into the canoe's. Then it's away we go on this fantastic little adventure escape!!
We board a shuttle bus to Tallowa Dam where we begin our paddle into the spectacular Shoalhaven Gorge, recognised as one of the most scenic flat water paddles in Australia, especially after rain with many waterfalls coming over the majestic sandstone cliffs.
We paddle approximately 3 hours to our riverside camp which is around the Fossickers Flat area. We'll take our time, paddling at a gentle pace and stopping along the way to enjoy a relaxing morning tea by the river.
Once we've set up camp, it's time to unwind, relax and enjoy the serenity. We'll cook up a yummy meal for dinner and enjoy a vino by the campfire!
Meals: Morning Tea, Dinner
We wake up to the sound of the birds and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before breaking camp down. We allow three hours to paddle back to Tallowa Dam, enjoying lunch on the banks of the river along the way.
Once at Tallowa Dam, we're met by the shuttle bus and return to base camp to pick up our vehicles.
Meals: Lunch
Stable Double Touring Canoe's
All Canoeing Equipment (including PDF)
Qualified Flat Water Paddle Guide
Adventurous Women Group Host
Shuttle Bus Transport To/From Launch Spot
Cooking Utensils, Utilities Table, 2 Gas Burners, Kettle/Pot, Wire Toaster, Fry Pan, wash bowl & cleaning items
Meals stated in Itinerary
Tea & Coffee supplies (UHT Milk, Sugar, T Bags, Instant Coffee, Herbal Tea)
Additional Water - For Meal Prep, Cuppa's & Washing Up.
First Aid Kit for Group
Large Waterproof containers for all the gear/equipment
1 Morning Teas
1 Dinners
1 Lunches
Transport to Base Camp in Barrengarry
Items of a Personal Nature
- A Tent with floor / Small Tarp/Ground Sheet to go under the tent
- Sleeping Bag
- Sleeping Mat / Self Inflating Mattress (No bulky air beds, blow up mattresses or swags)
- Dry Bag for anything you wish to have at hand when paddling (ie: camera)
- Snacks & Food not included (BYO Lunch Day 1 & Breakfast Day 2)
- Cup, Plate, Bowl, Knife, Fork, Spoon
- Folding Camping Chair
- A book, pack of cards or an 'easy to pack' game
- Torch with new battery (head torch is best if you have one)
- Garbage Bag
- 4 to 5 Litres of Water for your personal use/drinking (Pack Taps are brilliant, can be purchased from Anaconda & come in 2L, 4L, 6 and 10L) or buy the 5 Litre water containers from Coles or Woolies - they can be stored in the canoe.
- Personal basic first aid kit with any special medication you require.
- Rain Coat (We paddle even if raining)
- A pair of shoes or water sandals that can get wet
- A pair of dry shoes (crocs, sneakers, uggs) & a pair of warm socks
- Hat with a brim & Beanie for evening
- Sun screen, Sunglasses
- Swimmers
- Small Travel Towel / Toiletries
- Roll of Toilet Paper (We will supply toilet spade)
- A change of clothes (Make sure you bring something warm ie: Jumper/Fleece as it can get cold by the river)
- A change of clothes to leave in your vehicle at the end of Day 2 paddle before driving home
- Camera
- BYO Drinks - In cans or cask if wine (No Glass or Bottles please) - can bring in a soft side cooler bag (no eskies)
This activity is suitable for beginners, although a general level of paddle fitness is required. We won't be paddling at a fast pace, we're in double canoe's and you don't need to come with a friend or partner as we match you up with another lady in the group.
This tour by it's very nature is not designed for the 5 Star Traveller. It is for the girl who has an 'adventurous spirit' and is looking for a unique and rewarding 'experience'! You need to be able to adopt a "Go With The Flow" attitude, a willingness to have a go, work as a team .... and to be 'ok' with bush camping & sleeping in a tent (no showers, no toilets)
We had a great time! Deb was a lovely guide and all the ladies in the group were really nice 😊
Plus we had perfect weather!
I’ll keep an eye out for future emails to go on my next walk.
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