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 Amanda “Mazza” Lovegrove 
 
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I recently did a four-day snow hiking trip in the Snowy Mountains with Adventure Gene, and I honestly couldn't recommend it highly enough.

We had some pretty wild weather, including torrential rain on the second day, which turned to snow overnight. Maddie and Tearloch were fantastic throughout the whole trip and adapted everything around the weather while keeping us safe and still making sure we had a great experience.

One of the things that attracted me to book the trip was being able to try out thousands of dollars' worth of specialised snow camping and hiking gear supplied by Adventure Gene. Being able to actually use everything in real conditions was fantastic — and it definitely helped me work out what gear I wanted for myself! I've since bought quite a few of the things I used, including the same Wippa backpack and Sea to Summit Spark sleeping bag.

The guides also showed us how to use the Garmin inReach, which gave me the confidence to buy my own and, more importantly, know how to use it properly when I'm out hiking.

The other people on the trip were lovely and it was great meeting and sharing the experience with such a nice group.
The biggest thing I took away from the trip was confidence. I now feel much more comfortable heading out on my own, including into snow and more remote areas. I learnt so much about the gear, planning, navigation and just dealing with whatever the weather throws at you.

I'd definitely recommend Adventure Gene to anyone wanting to get into snow hiking or build their confidence in the outdoors. It was an awesome four days and an experience I'll remember forever, thank you so much!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Cindy 
 
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I completed the Budawangs Traverse with Maddy and Mr T in September 2026, guided by Adventure Gene from Canberra. It was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The hike was beautifully organised, the meals were hot, tasty, and generous—there were even leftovers most days, so don’t be shy about asking for more. Dietary needs were thoughtfully catered for, and the snack selection was excellent (just try not to eat all the goodies in the first few days, it’s very tempting!).

I hesitated at first about using the lightweight gear provided, but I’m so glad I did—it was absolutely worth it. The whole walk was a joy, and Adventure Gene proved to be a well‑run, professional, and caring outfit. I’ve already booked my next hike with them.

Highly recommended.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Cath Chase 
 
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The 4 day Hike and Paint trip was fantastic. Our guides, Tearloch and Annika, were exceptionally organised, kind and knowledgable. The ultra-light equipment provided made the multi-day walk quite doable.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Anne 
 
2 days ago
 
 
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I just completed AdventureGene’s 4-day Paint and Hike trip on the Light to Light walk. Brilliant experience from the half- day set up session in Canberra  to the two guides, one of whom doubled as the painting tutor and the other who managed all the meals and clean- up! Food was great and the  ultralight loan gear a revelation. Can’t recommend this hike enough. Beginners at hiking and painting were helped along with kindness and patience! Bonus: whales for 35kms!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 BELINDA PORCHERA 
 
5 days ago
 
 
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+2
Great Aussie hiking company ,they are very experienced,friendly,encouraging,helpful from the very beginning  ,their knowledge is endless .Whether you’re a first time hiker or experienced
make the first move and call adventure gene for your next hike.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bianca Ellen 
 
9 days ago
 
 
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Intro to Snow Camping (July 2026)

It has taken me a while to write this review simply because I struggled to find the words to describe just how incredible this tour was and how much the experience meant to me.

I booked this tour to build my confidence in the snow, having never camped or hiked in winter conditions before. From the moment I booked, the team could not have been more helpful. The entire experience was seamlessly organized—from the convenient pickup in central Canberra to the initial gathering at their office, which gave us all a great chance to connect before heading out.

Our guides, Gus and Lisa, were exceptionally welcoming and educational right from the start. It is clear just how much they love what they do and how passionate they are about sharing it with others. The quality of the gear provided was top-tier, and getting to raid their pantry for snacks was an awesome bonus!

The location in the Munyang Valley was the absolute perfect choice, offering a great balance where everything felt doable. Lisa’s supportive approach and encouragement were standouts—on one of the days, a couple of people were unsure if they could complete the planned hike, but thanks to Lisa, they made it the whole way. Beyond the hiking itself, the knowledge sharing was truly the best part. We learned so much about the history, geography, and geology of the region, and even got to do some unforgettable stargazing.

I came away with invaluable tips that I now use on my own hiking and camping trips, boosted confidence in new environments, and lifelong friends. That kind of experience is priceless. I can’t recommend them highly enough!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Nicole Tang 
 
10 days ago
 
 
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Paint and hike trip was well organised and the information provided beforehand made it much less intimidating to prepare for the trip, especially as it was my first big camping hike.
Our guides, Annika and Tearloch, were incredible. They were really supportive with all aspects of the hike and were so friendly and sweet.
Hike itself had some rough spots, but that's more down to the terrain itself, so can't fault the company there. Would totally recommend signing up for a trip with them.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Darrel Robins 
 
10 days ago
 
 
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WOW

What a great adventure . For anyone who wanted to experience camping and hiking in the snow this is a must do .

Thanks Maddie and T
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Poppy S 
 
11 days ago
 
 
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I did the 4 day Light to Light Paint and Hike. It was very well organised, the gear provided was excellent and easy to use and the guides were sensational. Even the food was tasty and plentiful. Great hiking, great experience.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lewis 
 
11 days ago
 
 
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Recently did 4 days Intro to Snow Camping, was a fantastic experience! Highly recommend going with TAG, our guides Tom and Maddie were clearly passionate about hiking, and kept us safe and well fed the whole time.
The gear provided is high quality and lightweight and this trip was such a great way to get camping experience without worrying about buying all your own equipment. If you've been thinking about getting in to hiking, this is the place to start!