MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL OFFER
Listed below is a brief description of some our overnight rides followed by a calendar of our latest availability.
PRICE: from $250.00pp inc GST
Spectacular 360 degree views
Overnight accommodation in rustic bunkhouse.
Fully Catered breakfast, lunch, dinner.
See the jump scene from the “Man from Snowy River” movie.
ITINERARY
1 DAY 2 NIGHT MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER RIDE - $250.00pp INC GST
FRIDAY:
Arrive late afternoon / evening at Home Station Lodge at your leisure.
SATURDAY:
Enjoy a pancake breakfast before departing Home Station Lodge for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
Upon arrival you are greeted by the Watson family and fitted with your riding gear and provided with tuition before setting out on your experience on horseback.
You ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle.
The ride takes you to the famous ‘jump scene’ from the “Man from Snowy River” movie.
You then descend to the Dungeon Hut for a picnic lunch.
After lunch you ride up to another spectacular peak overlooking the high country on one side and the valley on the other before descending back to the farm.
A short drive back to Home Station Lodge for a relaxing hot shower and a BBQ dinner around the campfire overlooking the Delatite Valley.
SUNDAY:
Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departure. The rest of the day is up to you. We are located in the valley below Mt Buller so why not organise a day at the snow?
2 DAY 2 NIGHT HOWQUA RIVER RIDE - $375.00pp INC GST (Normally $475.00pp INC GST)
FRIDAY:
Arrive at the Hideout at your leisure from 4.00pm. Meal not included this evening.
SATURDAY:
Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
Enjoy a relaxing hot shower before a BBQ dinner around the campfire.
SUNDAY:
We start our day with a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed. We then head down to the farm for lunch to complete our ride.
2 DAY 2 NIGHT HOWQUA VALLEY RIDE - $375.00pp INC GST (Normally $475.00pp INC GST)
FRIDAY:
Arrive at Howqua Valley views at your leisure from 4.00pm. Meal not included this evening.
SATURDAY:
Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing Howqua Valley Views for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We then set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and the amazing bird life.
We ride to the Dungeon Hut for lunch.
After lunch we ride through creek beds and bridle tracks to our accommodation at Howqua Valley Views, a bunkhouse converted from stables. There are 4 bunkrooms with 2 bathrooms.
Enjoy a relaxing hot shower before a hearty roast dinner in one of Victoria’s prettiest valleys.
SUNDAY:
We start our day with a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed. We then head down to the farm for lunch to complete our ride.
WHAT TO BRING
Essential Equipment
Shoe with a heel, 2 days of clothes, Warm Jumper, Long Pants, Swimmers (seasonal).
Toiletries
Soap and shampoo, Toothbrush and toothpaste.
Personal Equipment
Camera, Sunglasses, Personal Medical Requirements, BYO Alcoholic Drinks.
Bedding
Sleeping Bag and Pillow.
Next available overnight rides
Price
$400.00pp inc GST upon booking
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 6 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive at our accommodation the ‘Hideout’
Day 1: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
We enjoy a roast dinner and large campfire in the evening.
Day 2: Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off down the high track and then head for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.
We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the farm house for a late lunch to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
January 31 (Saturday) - February 1 (Sunday)
Price
$400.00pp inc GST upon booking
Availability
18 spaces available
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 6 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive at our accommodation the ‘Hideout’
Day 1: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
We enjoy a roast dinner and large campfire in the evening.
Day 2: Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off down the high track and then head for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.
We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the farm house for a late lunch to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
7 (Saturday) - 8 (Sunday)
Price
$795.00pp inc GST – ($150.00pp deposit upon booking and balance due 14th January 2025) or full payment upon booking of $400.00
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 6 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive at our accommodation the ‘Hideout’
Day 1: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
We enjoy a roast dinner and large campfire in the evening.
Day 2: Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off down the high track and then head for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.
We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the farm house for a late lunch to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
14 (Saturday) - 15 (Sunday)
Price
$795.00pp inc GST ($150.00 deposit upon booking and balance due by 21/1/2026) or $400.00pp inc GST upon booking
Availability
1 space available
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 6 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive at our accommodation the ‘Hideout’
Day 1: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
We enjoy a roast dinner and large campfire in the evening.
Day 2: Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off down the high track and then head for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.
We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the farm house for a late lunch to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
21 (Saturday) - 22 (Sunday)
Price
$795.00pp inc GST ($150.00 deposit upon booking and balance due by 28/1/2026) or $400.00pp inc GST upon booking
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 6 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive at our accommodation the ‘Hideout’
Day 1: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
We enjoy a roast dinner and large campfire in the evening.
Day 2: Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off down the high track and then head for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.
We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the farm house for a late lunch to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
February 28 (Saturday) - March 1 (Sunday)
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Michael and Sally Watson
PHONE: (03) 5777 3552
FAX: (03) 5775 1757
EMAIL: info@watsonstrailrides.com.au
ADDRESS: 296 Three Chain Rd, Booroolite, Victoria, 3724
MAIL: PO Box 207. Mansfield VIC 3724