Thredbo might be famous for its slopes and ski scene – but if you take another look you’ll find that this idyllic destination is actually Australia’s go-to action destination all year round. Whether you’re extending your stay beyond the ski season or you’re planning an escape to Thredbo outside of the peak months, keep reading to discover the top activities in Thredbo beyond the slopes.
Mt Kosciuszko Summit Tour
Whether you opt for a self guided summit or you book in for a tour, scaling to the heights of Mt Kosciuszko is sure to take your breath away. It is Australia’s highest peak – hitting 2,228 metres! With incredible views that stretch as far as the eye can see, enjoy an abundance of memorable sights pepper with plenty of fascinating flora, fauna and skyline settings. The entire hike will take you between 4 – 6 hours, and a guided tour will be packed full of interesting facts to enrich your experience even further.
Mountain Biking
Explore the nation’s premier mountain biking park in Thredbo in spring and summer for an adrenaline filled adventure! With some of the best alpine riding in the country, experience over 40 kilometres of lift-accessible gravity trails, a sprawling network of cross-country trails, pump tracks, all-ability riding ranges and guided mountain biking tours as well as teaching sessions. With so many different options on offer, this is the ideal choice for large groups or families with riders of all abilities and ages looking to get their hearts pumping. For the active individual who wants to experience Thredbo beyond ski season, this is the ultimate experience.
Thredbo Alpine Coaster
Looking for a unique experience in Thredbo? Meet the Thredbo Alpine Coaster! This thrilling ride is the first of its kind – representing the debut all year alpine coaster experience in the Southern Hemisphere. Spanning 1.5 kilometres, you’ll be able to control your own speed with the cap off hitting at 40 kilometres per hour for the experience seekers out there. You can also coast at a cruisey space and take the opportunity to soak up all the stunning scenery and greenery that will surround you as you ride. Enjoy a mix of up and down hill dips with bridges, tunnels and loops that will get your endorphins flowing.
With so many incredible options on offer, it is easy to see why Thredbo is the choice destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers all year round. Whether you’re heading to the area for the very first time and you have opted for an out of season stay, or you’re familiar with the snowy mountains and you want to see it in a different light, book in for Thredbo accommodation in spring, summer and autumn for a transformative experience you are sure to love and remember for a long time to come.
