Willunga Week - Section 3 & 4 - Monday 10th November

Lisa Murphy is the founder and Chief Adventurer from Big Heart Adventures.  Devoted to getting more people out in nature for all the positive mental health benefits, Big Heart Adventures offers professionally led walks on trails across the Adelaide Hills, coast and urban areas in addition to Nature Therapy and Forest Bathing events to connect people deeply to nature using all of the senses.  With a range of walks to suit the beginner, experienced and accessible trails, adventure really is for everyone at Big Heart Adventures.  Check out our multi day trips for women only and men and women designed to Discover, Challenge and Fulfil.  Nature Connection for Everyone!

Lisa Murphy - Big Heart Adventures

Join us as we explore Sections 3 &amp; 4 on the Willunga Basin Trail.

Maslin Beach Carpark

Willunga Basin Trail Walks 2025

Join us for all of the stages of the Willunga Basin Trail over Willunga Week (8-15 Nov) or the catch up days through summer.

Join Big Heart Adventures as we explore Section 3 &amp; 4 of the Willunga Basin Trail!The cost of this walk is $75pp (plus Eventbrite booking fee) which includes bus transport from the finishing point to the starting point.These walks tie with our Willunga Week event allowing locals to join us for the walks only and includes only transport from finish point car park to start point – if you wish to join the guided 9 day tour with retreat style accommodation in central McLaren Vale and most meals, head to our website: <a href="https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/willunga-week/" title="https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/willunga-week/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/willunga-week/</a>The Willunga Basin Trail is a walking trail in the southern Mt Lofty ranges and is approximately 130km long and made up of 11 sections.We respectfully acknowledge that our adventure along the Willunga Basin Trail traverses on Kaurna Land traditionally owned by the Kaurna People. BUS MEET SPOTMeet at 8.15am for an 8.30am bus departure at Maslin Beach Carpark, at the southern end of Gulf Parade, Maslin Beach. You will receive instructions and a map on how to get to this location 24-48 hours before the event. Please allow plenty of time to arrive and park. There are toilets located at the bus departure location.The bus will then take us to Sellicks Beach to begin our walk. WHAT TO EXPECTOnce the bus has dropped us off at Sellicks Beach, we will then walk approximately 18km back to our cars at Maslin Beach. Allow 6-7 hours for this walk.This walk is rated as Moderate and includes a mix of urban paths, beach walking and trails. The walk takes us along coastal paths with stunning views of the coast and sections of beach and through Aldinga Conservation Park and Hart Road Wetlands. A real mix of scenery awaits!On our return those who would like to stay, we can dip our feet into the ocean – the best way to recover! WHO IS THIS EVENT SUITABLE FOR?This event is for both men and women and is suitable for anyone with a good level of fitness behind them. It is ideal for people who may not be confident with being on trails without a leader or the company of others.Note that our walks are all about fun, fitness and friendship – they are not a personal training session. If we cannot walk and talk at the same time, we are walking too fast! And we never leave anyone behind.The minimum age requirement for this walk is 15 years old and must come with a supervising adult - please check with us if unsure. WHAT SHOULD I BRING?Due to the variability of the weather, please ensure you have adequate sun protection (hat, sunnies, sunscreen) and wet weather gear – we cannot refund you if you do not have the gear required. If you arrive ill-prepared our leaders can ask you not to walk for safety reasons.We will check the forecast and remind you all what to expect prior to the walk, but weather can be unpredictable, so it is important to be prepared. We recommend wearing warm layerable clothing as the temperature can change quickly, and the extra layers can also keep you warm during breaks.Please also bring worn in comfortable walking shoes/hiking boots, day pack (35 litre), filled water bottles/bladder (2+ litres), personal medications/blister kit, walking poles (highly recommended), snacks (fruit, muesli bars, trail mix, lollies), and a light lunch to enjoy enroute. LEADERSOur leaders carry group first aid kits, emergency communication devices and are qualified and experienced bushwalking leaders. CANCELLATIONSRefunds are not available if cancelling 7 days or less prior to the walk.If the weather forecast is for extreme weather or a fire ban is issue for the Adelaide Hills, this walk will be cancelled the day before and participants will be notified. A rare same day cancellation may also occur if weather warnings or fire warnings are issued same day - we will always phone participants to cancel should this occur on the day of the event. Note that we require a minimum of 6 walkers for this walk to go ahead. If we do not meet these numbers, a refund will be provided. If you have any questions, you can call Lisa Murphy on 0418 802 361 or phone the office on 0870065620.

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