
Swaying palm trees, breathtaking coastal scenery, a crystal-clear lagoon and the southern-most coral reef in the world all feature on this World Heritage Site. The island’s isolation in the Pacific Ocean makes it home to 64 species of unique rainforest plants and teeming seabird colonies. However it’s very accessible, being only a couple of hours flight from either Sydney or Brisbane.
Travel on this island is done primarily by foot on an excellent network of walking trails that criss-cross the island’s volcanic landscape. To maintain such an unspoilt paradise, the number of tourists to the island is restricted. Care and consideration from all visitors is vital to the preservation of this unique environment. We stay and dine at the luxurious 5-star Arajilla Retreat ensuring that you’ll be wowed on and off the track. This is a very special trip!
For 6 nights, enjoy all the comforts of a 5-star luxurious Arajilla Retreat while taking in the island life. This accommodation is very special and a wonderful platform for us each day to set out from to explore the island. The single supplement guarantees you your own private room and private bathroom. Some of the single rooms have the added advantage of a lounge and kitchen which is shared with one other room.
Healthy and delicious gourmet meals will be prepared by the in-house chefs at Arajilla, this includes breakfast, lunch and dinner – ensuring walkers are better than well-fed. On one of the days, we walk to one of the many secluded beach locations to eat a delicious bbq lunch by the seaside.
Alcohol and drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
Flights to the island are only provided by Qantas Link. The earlier you book the better. Most walks are easy to moderate, although track surfaces can be rough and uneven. The two most challenging walks are Goat House Cave and Mt Gower which will suit those who like to challenge themselves a little (that’s a lot on Mount Gower). Although almost everyone always gets up Mt Lidgbird to Goats. An alternative walk is offered on both days. As well as hiking we spend time on a boat trip snorkelling on reefs, lazing and BBQ-ing on the beach and sipping champagne at sunset.
See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
The walk starts at the Lord Howe airport where you will picked up and driven to your accommodation.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form or email us at info@stroll.com
Swaying palm trees, breathtaking coastal scenery, a crystal-clear lagoon and the southern-most coral reef in the world all feature on this World Heritage Site. The island’s isolation in the Pacific Ocean makes it home to 64 species of unique rainforest plants and teeming seabird colonies. However it’s very accessible, being only a couple of hours flight from either Sydney or Brisbane.
Travel on this island is done primarily by foot on an excellent network of walking trails that criss-cross the island’s volcanic landscape. To maintain such an unspoilt paradise, the number of tourists to the island is restricted. Care and consideration from all visitors is vital to the preservation of this unique environment. We stay and dine at the luxurious 5-star Arajilla Retreat ensuring that you’ll be wowed on and off the track. This is a very special trip!
For 6 nights, enjoy all the comforts of a 5-star luxurious Arajilla Retreat while taking in the island life. This accommodation is very special and a wonderful platform for us each day to set out from to explore the island. The single supplement guarantees you your own private room and private bathroom. Some of the single rooms have the added advantage of a lounge and kitchen which is shared with one other room.
Healthy and delicious gourmet meals will be prepared by the in-house chefs at Arajilla, this includes breakfast, lunch and dinner – ensuring walkers are better than well-fed. On one of the days, we walk to one of the many secluded beach locations to eat a delicious bbq lunch by the seaside.
Alcohol and drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
Flights to the island are only provided by Qantas Link. The earlier you book the better. Most walks are easy to moderate, although track surfaces can be rough and uneven. The two most challenging walks are Goat House Cave and Mt Gower which will suit those who like to challenge themselves a little (that’s a lot on Mount Gower). Although almost everyone always gets up Mt Lidgbird to Goats. An alternative walk is offered on both days. As well as hiking we spend time on a boat trip snorkelling on reefs, lazing and BBQ-ing on the beach and sipping champagne at sunset.
See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
The walk starts at the Lord Howe airport where you will picked up and driven to your accommodation.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form or email us at info@stroll.com
Diane D
A truly beautiful place. Guides were excellent. Entire walk went extremely well.
Fiona G
Our guides were great; they are extremely capable and knowledgeable and also very relaxed, which was nice. There was no pressure to meet a standard, they were very flexible and keen that everyone in a group of varying fitness levels and ages, could be accommodated.
Gillian L
It’s such an amazing place in all ways & doing. The walks gave you such an overview of the island. An amazing experience that you won’t forget.
Rhonda
Lord Howe Island is a little blip of land in a big ocean, anchored by two large mountains of volcanic origin at the southern end, a ridge at the other, with a lagoon running along its western side. It is lush, beautiful, peaceful.
To be cossetted in the beautiful surrounds of Arajilla Retreat, fed wonderful food beautifully presented, enjoy the company of a fun, like minded group – what’s not to enjoy?
Then there were our two lovely and superb guides, Marie and Katie. Good fun, helpful, flexible, nothing seemed too much trouble, whether they were out the front leading or ensuring the safe return of some of the slower walkers, like me.
The walking required a lot of concentration and is measured more in ups and downs than kms covered, as there are many steps and paths can be very slippery and uneven with hidden challenges from roots and rocks.
The scenery is superb, with the different light changing the landscape, and the kentia palms, banyans and other vegetation providing intriguing scenes.
An afternoon snorkelling over the brilliant coral on the edge of the lagoon was a wonderful experience, again with great support offered to those who needed it.
A most enjoyable week in a stunning landscape. Thank you Auswalk.