Great South West Walk Tour - AllTrails Walking Tours

Pssst! Have you heard about Southwest Victoria’s best kept secret?

The Great Southwest Walk (GSWW) is a unique and serene walking trail tucked away in a quiet pocket of Victoria. Noted for its diverse scenery, the GSWW meanders through quiet forests, untouched beaches, rugged clifftops and along the magnificent Glenelg River. With hardly another human to be seen (beyond the camaraderie of our special group), the over-abundant wildlife may be the only other company you’ll keep.

And there’s no need to lump heavy bags and camp! By joining AllTrails on our fully supported and ensuite-accommodated tour, you can walk the track by day with a light daypack and relax in comfort by night. Enjoy morning tea and lunch stops set up for you along the route, quality evening dinners, first-aid qualified guides, safety briefings, vehicle support, luggage transfer, and great camaraderie, rejuvenating nightly with a little luxury, and a lot of fun!

We have divided the GSWW circuit into two distinct half-laps which we will run at different times; one based at the Portland (Eastern) end of the circuit, and the other at the Nelson (Western) end. Over the two distinct tours there are no missing sections, the daily distances are achievable, and you walk at your own pace - no group marches here! AllTrails creates bespoke tours for the discerning traveller, and our tours are not churned out en masse – get ready for unique experiences where the crew are as excited to be on tour as you are.

In 2027 we are offering the ‘PORTLAND END’ HALF-LAP

This is why walking with AllTrails is the best step you’ll take…

At an average of 17km/day with shorter options available, our distances are achievable and enjoyable.
Take your time to soak it all in. There’s no whip cracking here!
We provide superior ensuite accommodation - no communal group lodges or shared bathroom facilities.
We provide restaurant dinners - there are no “crew cooked” meals.
Pack-free walking with trail snacks and refreshments provided.

AllTrails has been taking groups for multi-day tours around Australia for 30 years. Join us as we apply the winning AllTrails formula to this emerging walking track that won’t be a secret for much longer…

THE TOUR AT A GLANCE

Dates: Wed 14 - Thu 22 April 2027 (8 nights)
Distance: 131km
Average daily: 17 km (shorter options available)
Surface: Compact earth coastal & forest tracks, rocky clifftop tracks + short sand/beach section
Terrain: Flat to undulating
Accommodation: Quality ensuite accommodation all the way
Meals included: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners, plus morning teas & trail snacks
Staff: Walking guide, support vehicle driver
Group size: Approx 10-15
Difficulty Rating: 7/10 (terrain mostly gentle but some long days)