Big Heart Adventures

24/06/2026

Yoga and foot baths, rain and sunshine, frosty mornings and orchid spotting, walks and valley views, wineries and cozy fireside chats.

Yep, that just about sums up our Clare Weekender for Women last weekend. So grateful 🙏

With this lovely bunch of women, we explored parts of the Wine and Wilderness Trail through Spring Gully Conservation Park on our first day, spotting green hood orchids and red stringybark gums, which are endemic to the area. Our next day’s walk had us weaving between paddocks, old wendouree vines and the native gum corridors up Dunns Range. Then, on our last day, it was the Riesling Trail from Clare to Sevenhill. Following the old train line, we arrived at Sevenhill, fascinated by the history of the valley's first and oldest vines. Piared with our accommodation at beautiful Bungaree Station, it was a weekend filled with friendship, conversation and connection. Our hearts returned home on Sunday evening, overflowing after 3 days of awesome walking, wellbeing activities, and yummy food!

Thanks to all who joined us and to our Big Heart Leaders, Talia and Greta.

Walk Leaders: Talia & Greta
Bus Driver: Talia
Photos: Talia & Greta

Would you like to see this Weekender on our 2027 Calendar?
https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/clare-weekender-for-women/

24/06/2026

Create space for nature with Big Heart Wellbeing 💚

22/06/2026

It's waterfall season and after all the rain we've had here in Adelaide, here's a list of the 10 best waterfall hikes recommended by the good folk at Walking SA

Pop your layers on, grab your weather jacket and go check them out!

https://www.walkingsa.org.au/news/10-best-waterfall-hikes-in-south-australia/

Have you visited any yet this season?

South Australia is a dry place, but there are still plenty of waterfalls. We've listed some of the best ones to access on hikes.

22/06/2026

** LAST CHANCE FOR MONARTO **

No pressure, but if you want to join us for our Monarto Wellbeing Weekender For Women, you have to act NOW!

Over 3 days, 14th to 16th August, this is a gentle walking, restorative and wellbeing-focused retreat at Monarto Safari Park. We stay at the multimillion-dollar Monarto Safari Resort which opened its doors in May last year.

BOOKING MUST CLOSE THIS THURSDAY, 25th JUNE - 3 DAYS! DON'T WAIT 🦒

https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/monarto-wellbeing-weekender-for-women/

21/06/2026

📣 NEW TRIP ALERT 📣

Kangaroo Island Highlights, Wildlife & Short Walks Adventure

This is a super small-group tour! Limited to 5 participants ONLY. All genders welcome.

Comfortable 4WD transport, all meals included, individual rooms with en-suite -
Cost saving for couples sharing and discount for past travellers.

A relaxed walking adventure featuring the very best of Kangaroo Island. This fully supported journey has been designed for travellers who love nature, wildlife and walking, but prefer shorter daily distances and plenty of time to stop, explore and absorb the beauty of their surroundings.

A small-group, meaningful and wildlife-rich exploration of Kangaroo Island acoss 5 days (4 nights).

DEPARTING 27th OCTOBER 2026 - It's live on our website now and there are ONLY 5 SPOTS!!!

https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/kangaroo-island-highlights-adventure/

18/06/2026

🤣🤣 Anyone else...? 🦆

18/06/2026

Let's catch up on last weekend's Training Walks 🥾

Although these routes were designed for our adventurers soon to undertake the Larapinta Trail end-to-end, did you know you can join our training walks even if you are not doing the particular walk, but just want to do some training?

Last weekend saw Mark leading 4 walkers around Morialta on Saturday, followed by Kim and 5 others enjoying the winter sunshine during 13km around Brownhill Creek and Waite Reserve. Things were pretty wet and slippery for Mark and crew on Saturday... with plenty of water flowing, the creek crossings required some serious focus, but the rain certainly didn't deter the wildlife, nor did it put off our walkers!

Our next round of Training Walks is the first weekend in July with Belair on Saturday and Sturt Gorge on Sunday. Who's keen to get some steps in?

https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/training-walks-for-multi-day-trips-4805081

17/06/2026

Fungi lovers… get ready!

How many types can you count at the end of our clip? They flick past quickly, so you’ll have to count fast 😉

Our Grampians Weekender For Women was last weekend, and OH MY GOODNESS, we spotted SO MUCH FUNGI 🍄🍄‍🟫 So many colours, shapes and sizes. So many varieties… so so good!

Our ladies had a marvellous weekend. Four fantastic days, starting with a lunch stop at Pink Lake, then a first hike to Beehive Falls. Rain came on Saturday, and our group hiked the Pinnacle, battling on through the wet, windy and cold conditions. What a bunch of resilient champions! A great opportunity to test out wet-weather gear and discover some jackets were not up to scratch! Hot showers followed in the afternoon, plus a visit to Brambuk Cultural Centre and a local winery 🍷

Then, with the weather kinder on Sunday, it was a thumbs-up for the 15km Mount Rosea hike and an excellent opportunity to witness the fire recovery in this area, with detailed info offered by Talia on native species and how they respond to bushfires. Early Monday morning brought a sunrise hike up Chautauqua Peak before settling in for the bus ride back across the border.

Thanks to all who joined us and to everyone for sharing so many beautiful pics… those stunning views, waterfalls, and definitely the fungi... 😍

Big Heart Leaders: Colleen & Talia
Bus Driver: Talia

We’re thinking of resting this Weekender in 2027, but our Grampians Peaks Trail Adventure departs in May and is now open for bookings. This departure is for all genders and features a slightly different itinerary in which we walk the Grampians Peaks Trail from Chatauqua Peak to the highest point in the park, Mount William Peak. This is a 5-day itinerary that includes cultural experiences, spectacular mountain ranges, and awe-inspiring peaks. Check it out here:
https://bigheartadventures.com.au/product/grampians-peaks-trail-adventure/

Music by Sigma Music Art

16/06/2026

Join Big Heart Wellbeing for Forest Bathing in Adelaide's Himeji Japanese Gardens on Wednesday, 24th June at 10am 🌳

15/06/2026

It's Mystery Trail time!!

Where are we...? No cheating by using the trail marker either 🤣

Here's your clue: 🐮🐄🦴💦

On your marks.... Get set... GO!