Summiting Australia's Tallest Mountain

Summiting Australia's Tallest Mountain - Mount Kosciuszko

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Mount Kosciuszko, New South Wales Australia.
2 hours out of Canberra is Australia's tallest mountain and a beautiful overnight hike, in Mount Kosciuszko National Park.
Starting from Charlotte Pass the Main Range Walk is a loop that takes you past some incredible never ending views of the Snowy Mountains and can be done as a day hike, or you can take your time - and your tent- and do it as an overnighter!
Quick Trail Facts:
Distance - 22km
Time - 2 days/ 1 night
Grade - 4
Highest Altitude - 2228m a.s.l
This trek is very well marked out and easy to navigate, however be aware that in snowy conditions that can change incredibly fast to be the exact opposite. A PLB is recommended if these conditions are forecast. Please make sure you are aware of forecasts and always be prepared.
We had incredible sunny weather for this hike and could not have enjoyed it more!
Please feel free to throw any questions you have in the comment section and we'll be sure to answer them!
*NOTE* We made an error in announcing the correct elevation of Mount Kosciuszko's summit which is actually 2228m.a.s.l! Whoops!
Next, we take a long flight to fulfil a life long dream of mine! See you in Africa!
Simon & Bec
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@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

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@vmaks_official 2 жыл бұрын

The way you guys say Kościuszko haha :) love the video by the way!

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! :)

@deborahdyer3484 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome footage, love the backing music you selected too! Groovy work. Look forward to seeing your next adventure :)

@vaastexpeditions908 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Deb! This hike was super fun and we wanted the music to match! Thank you so much for following the adventure so far! 😊⛰❤

@koof1776 3 жыл бұрын

Witamy Tadeusza~

@shreekrushnapawar394 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing Video And You Guys Are Lovely .The Song Fits Perfectly .Thanks For The Video❤

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! ❤️⛰️

@B4IRUTUARU16 3 жыл бұрын

great stuff mate used a lot of your videos for prepping my own Kozi trek! cheers!

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

That is a huge compliment! Thank you so much for commenting. 😊 How was the trek? Did you do the main range?

@pauladams4890 2 жыл бұрын

Wow... it’s magnificent up there.

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Sure is! Such a beautiful part of the world! We're super keen to head back in winter time and see some snow too!

@abrahamdennis4067 5 ай бұрын

Well done ! Enjoyed your video :) Need to do the overnight camping in the mountains and Her red tights in the end were good too.

@edyhekul Жыл бұрын

Nice video - I'll be doing this next week and I'm pumped! :D

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

Have an incredible time! It's a truly beautiful place. 😊🏔️

@OurWeekendAdventures Жыл бұрын

Such a pretty place, definitely on our bucket list!

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

It's so beautiful! We're super keen to go back in the snow! Thanks so much for watching 🏔️

@OurWeekendAdventures Жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 LOVE the snow!

@jerryscanas Жыл бұрын

I very much hope to do this friday next week in da winters

@zingopal21 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent footage guys! We are doing the trek this weekend, pretty a ditto of what you guys have done. Going to do summit camping and overnight on top.

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It's such an awesome track to do a quick overnight! I'm sure you're fully aware already, but I always feel the need to say 'check the weather forecast' It can snow up there at any time, which I'm glad it didn't for us, as we would have been totally unprepared! Hahahaha Have fun, would love to know how you go! :)

@minu5271 3 жыл бұрын

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@sagarsemwal3562 3 жыл бұрын

I am here Because I have to prepare notes for the continent of Australia in geography... incredible Australia ❤️

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Honoured to be a part of your research! ⛰️⛰️

@bqfoz 3 жыл бұрын

Really good video. Really enjoyed it. Good job

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Chris! Really appreciate the comment! :) Are you planning on hiking this soon?

@nepaltrekking4541 9 ай бұрын

Amazing guys

@vaastexpeditions908 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@alieesa1412 3 жыл бұрын

I climbed this summit in 2018 during the winter season, and it was an enjoyable trip, but we did not enjoy the landscapes and topography of the region due to the snow cover, so your choice of time was an important factor to enjoy the trip, and great photography and music have a nice time . Your friend from Saudi Arabia: Ali Issa

@alieesa1412 3 жыл бұрын

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@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it changes dramatically with the seasons doesn't it! So great to hear you were able climb in the winter!! We really want to do this climb in the snow too. Thank you so much for your kind comments, they are much appreciated! :)

@lilygabriel2259 2 жыл бұрын

Very well shot and edited.

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks so much Lily! That's really kind of you. :)

@AUSABCDrad 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome journey and film! Looks absolutely gorgeous! Yet not such a steep climb?

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the comment! Not steep at all, it's a super easy climb! Beautifully snow covered in the cooler months and a fun summer hike in the summer months!

@delmiller4184 3 жыл бұрын

I am planning a trip for January so it was great to see your well-presented video. Loved it!

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Del! It makes for an incredible summer time hike! 😄⛰️☀️☀️

@jeffhusman Жыл бұрын

Nice video, you both are a nice couple. I really enjoyed it. Any ideas how long it takes for a daily trip summit hike and back?

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

Hey Jeffry, thanks so much for watching! The summit day walk is an 8-9hour return from memory!

@audiophylle 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, very nicely done. This deserves more views for sure. Can you tell which month of the year was it ? The weather looks perfect for a hike and camping.

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thank you so much for the great feedback! :) We went in February and we got super lucky with the summery weather! I know that the area can snow at any time so it's very important to check the forecasts before heading out there! Right now it would definitely be under snow! During the summer months though it can be absolutely perfect - just like this! (Although we love the snow too!)

@audiophylle 3 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 thank you for the super quick response. We are planning to go for the hike this October. Hoping for a nice spring weather .. Fingers crossed.

@KroniklyStoned 3 жыл бұрын

When did you guys do the hike? We are going in 2 weeks. Can't wait!

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

It's such a beautiful hike! Are you doing the Main Range as an overnight too? We went in February and had perfect weather! It can snow up in that area at any time so be sure to check the forecasts! :)

@GamingWithAnchiii 2 жыл бұрын

Hii!!! I'm planning on also doing the summit hike early/mid nov. I was wondering if we're allowed to camp anywhere along the trail? And do we need permits to freely camp? ps. This video is beautiful!

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Anas, thanks so much! When we went you were able to free camp along the trail, as long as you were 200m away from the summit, I would assume it's the same now? Their website should have more info! :) www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/kosciuszko-national-park

@hugba 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guys. Loving the content! Looking to see if you went back there... Would there be another place you would set up camp? Somewhere more scenic than the summit? I'm looking for that scenic sunrise camp spot! Thanks

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Hugh, thanks so much for your comment! :) I just had a chat to Bec about this and honestly we think the summit area is probably the best sunrise spot, along the main range circuit at least. Potentially mount Townsend, but we didn't end up taking that side trip. The Blue lake is pretty spectacular, but I can't imagine it would beat sunrise views from the summit. There might be some better spots for sunset, but from that east sunrise vantage point the summit is stunning! Sorry we couldn't be more help! :) We hope you have an epic trip! When are you heading over?

@hugba 3 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 thanks for the feed back, I'm thinking I'll head out in the next few weeks, when my research is all done. Thinking about setting camping in the rams head range, The tors there provide a good foreground for photography. Seems like the "10 highest summits" hike is a great way to get to know the area over a few months. Keep up the great work guys

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

@@hugba Yeah we are keen to so the 10 summits hike too! :) Thanks again Hugh!

@nesjanemarcial9690 2 жыл бұрын

Wish to go there😍

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

It's a beautiful part of Australia! We are keen to go back in the winter. :)

@rrocketman 2 жыл бұрын

A nice flat walk ;)

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Hahaha

@miggity_mac 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! We did this hike last week but wasn’t as dry as yours!

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Yikes did it rain!?

@miggity_mac 2 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 Thunderstorm! They shut down the chair lifts because of lighting and we all had to take refuge in the closed resturant!

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! So sorry you couldn't enjoy it as we did. Makes for a great story though! :) I hope you still had fun. 😄

@miggity_mac 2 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 haha nah it’s cool! We made it all the way, it was only the way down when the storm hi

@mr.mirage3986 Жыл бұрын

Jokes on you, Australians. We named this mountain after ourselves.🇵🇱 also it's Kościuszko

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@TheRojo387 5 ай бұрын

And it sounds like…"kosh-CHUSH-ko", don't it!

@SimplicityOfLove Ай бұрын

It's had a name for thousands of years He named a named mountain😂

@zakariasarianna1695 3 жыл бұрын

Nice we will be doing it end of Dec 😁👍

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!! Have fun, it's an absolutely beautiful hike! 😃⛰️😊

@VenkateshPattamatta 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Im doing the hike tomorrow and this is the first one of this kind (multi day hike). The weather is also 7 deg at night and wind is 32 kmph. I have a sleeping bag of comfort rating -1 deg. Do you think it would be sufficient for that weather?

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the great feedback! That comfort rating should be absolutely fine if the lowest over night temp is 7 degrees. There are a few factors to consider like sleeping mat and tent when thinking about overall warmth, however it sounds like you will be quite comfortable. Even if you're a little cold, it will only be for one night and not too far from structured shelter in the worst case scenario. Have an absolutely amazing time on the trail and a great new year!

@VenkateshPattamatta 2 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 Thanks for your reply! Went for this one, amazing hike and camping places. One night we camped near Seamans hut and the other night at the Muellers pass and went to hike Mt Townsend and then back to Charlottes pass the next day via Blue lake. Such an amazing experience. Best part was the night summit hike and drinking from creeks, the water was ice cold and fresh, melting from the ice caps and filtered thru the vegetation 🤤😋

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

That honestly sounds like an incredible trip! So happy you got to start the year that way! Well done! 🎉

@jerryscanas Жыл бұрын

Thinking of throwing two trails together Dead Horse Gap to Kosciuszko Walk and then back again lord willing I find myself good conditions

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

Hey Jeremiah, thanks so much for watching! We really want to do this again in winter too! Very different place in winter time, with way more careful planning needed with weather forecasts! Good luck on your trek! :)

@ninjaboii222 3 жыл бұрын

hey there great video i was wondering if you were allowed to camp near the summit? and if you needed to book or anything?

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Benny! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch the vid! :) When we went the rule was as long as you were 200 metres away from the summit you could free camp, I'm pretty sure it hasn't changed. As long as you pay the national park entry fee you're good to go! Be aware though we did this in the summer time, so it was fantastic weather, at the moment I know they're experiencing some serious snow. Temperatures were down to -18c only two weeks ago! The link below is a great resource! :) www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/main-range-walking-track

@ninjaboii222 3 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 thank you so much keep up with the great videos :)

@MrMikkyn Жыл бұрын

Mount Koziosko looks really nice. Gives me Tibet and Afghan vibes. Unfortunately it seems no one lives up here. LOL. I don’t see any yaks, or milk, or yak tea. Or buckwheat noodles.

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

Hahaha yes certainly nothing like that happening there! Thanks for watching Michael!

@dom0 2 жыл бұрын

Hey bro sorry if I've missed it in the video but what month did you guys do this? We're thinking of going Nye. Thanks in advance

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate! Thanks for watching! We went in February, so generally speaking you should get similar weather. It can snow up there at any time though so keep a keen eye on the forecast before you go! 😃⛰️ What a great way to spend NYE! 🎉

@dom0 2 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 awesome thanks for the info!

@LinusWilson Жыл бұрын

Kosiosco was the easiest hike outside of a local park. I did it in July in snow and it was so quick and easy.

@vaastexpeditions908 Жыл бұрын

Definitely easy! Also super beautiful! There's a fantastic extended walk through this area called the Ten Peaks hike. Such a beautiful area, we wish we had more time there.

@Cyfkycdrycvkb 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you guys set up camp exactly?

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

About a few hundred metres down from the summit. To the left of the summit, if you're walking up to it. :)

@Tycini1 2 жыл бұрын

Kozyosco is my third favourite Australian word after "crikey" and "wanker"

@lordvader9712 Жыл бұрын

You mean kościuszko?

@shaneevans966 3 ай бұрын

anyone can take something like that to stare at , more scenery and less drama mate!

@vaastexpeditions908 2 ай бұрын

Hey?

@rosethomas8519 2 жыл бұрын

Why MT kosciuszko is not so crowded ?

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

I guess it depends on when you go! There were only 2 other couples that we saw on the trail, we were super lucky. The main range walk is certainly less popular than the direct summit walk. When we were returning via the regular summit route there were quite a few people there!

@rosethomas8519 2 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 thanks guys. keep exploring Love from kerala, India 🇮🇳

@zarkan88 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t like that the road is all paved.... it doesn’t feel like a hike, more like walking down a street.

@vaastexpeditions908 3 жыл бұрын

You're right it does feel a little 'developed' but I'm sure it's just there to maintain the trail during the winter snow season. The incredible views were what we loved about this hike! Thanks so much for watching!

@marialange1103 8 ай бұрын

Is not reallye a mountain climb....its more a long walk to this plateau but still looks nice........

@chellchrome6698 2 жыл бұрын

If Australia owns Heard Island, wouldn't it make Mawson Peak, at 9006 feet above sea level, the highest point in Australia? Mount Kosciuszko is only 7310 feet above sea level.

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Chell thanks so much for watching! It's an interesting question actually. I hadn't heard of Mawson Peak before, but going by the Seven Summits guide based on the highest peak on each continent they don't even mention those islands and I wonder if that's due to them being closer to Antarctica, in which case mount Vinson would be the highest at 4,892m. There is a case for Puncak Jaya (4,884m) being the highest in Australia as the Seven Summits guide does suggest New Guinea is considered a part of the Australian continent and therefore there are two options Kosciusko or Puncak Jaya, but again makes no mention of Mawson Peak on Big Ben.

@chellchrome6698 2 жыл бұрын

@@vaastexpeditions908 I guess you can see Australia as a continent or as a country. And Heard Island, I suppose, is treated more as a territory than as part of Australia itself. I just thought to bring up Heard Island because not many people know about it. 🙂

@poki0061 2 жыл бұрын

Polska nawet w Australii sławna

@vaastexpeditions908 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha yes that's correct! tak, to jest poprawne!

@elroyfudbucker6806 Жыл бұрын

That's because of our tallest mountain, Kosciuszko, named by one of your countrymen, Strzlecki who explored much of outback Australia. I think he named it after a Polish count. There's a road in outback South Australia named the Strzlecki track.