Munda Biddi Cycle Tour, Albany to Walpole

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From $2,549 ^AUD

Days

6 Days

Tour Type

Cycling

From

$2,549 Twin Share

Start: Perth
Finish: Perth
Physical Rating: Moderate to challenging
Tour Distance: Approx. 208km
Group size: Min 4, Max 10
Code: MUNAW

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Overview

Join us on a scenic cycling holiday (e-bikes available) along the iconic Munda Biddi trail and complete only the best sections* of the southern end of this world class touring trail over 6 days. Cycling around 40km per day from Albany to Walpole you will enjoy the sights and sounds of isolated coastline and the cool depths of Karri and Tingle forest. Each night you will return to lodge style accommodation in one of the quaint South West towns. Our Australian cycling holidays are perfect for road cyclists or for those that enjoy regular riding. They are not fast paced and the tracks are a mixture of sealed roads and off road tracks. You will ride free of trailers or heavy panniers as you will be supported by a vehicle, stay in accommodation and have all of your meals taken care of. All you need to do is pedal and enjoy the ride, our team will do the rest. * We complete almost the entire Southern section of the Munda Biddi Trail from Albany to Walpole excluding a 25km stretch after Day 4 due to difficult terrain.

Highlights of this cycling tour

The Munda Biddi Trail offers an unforgettable journey through the stunning natural landscapes of the South West. The trail spans over 1,000 kilometers and takes you through diverse environments, including ancient forests, picturesque valleys, and scenic coastal areas. Along the way, you’ll encounter breathtaking views, tranquil rivers, and an abundance of native flora and fauna.
World’s Longest Off-Road Cycling Trail: The Munda Biddi Trail holds the prestigious title of being the longest off-road cycling trail in the world. It provides a thrilling adventure for cycling enthusiasts, offering a mix of challenging terrain, gentle slopes, and smooth tracks suitable for riders of various skill levels. Whether you’re an experienced mountain biker or a casual cyclist, the trail offers a unique opportunity to explore Western Australia’s wilderness on two wheels.
Cultural and Historical Significance: In addition to its natural wonders, the Munda Biddi Trail holds cultural and historical significance. “Munda Biddi” translates to “path through the forest” in the local Noongar Aboriginal language, highlighting the trail’s connection to the indigenous heritage of the region.
Cycle in the company of an experienced guide as they share their unique perspective of this fascinating region.
Continue your journey on the Munda Biddi Trail: Munda Biddi – Walpole to Manjimup – 7 Days

Itinerary

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Picking up in Perth, we will head south towards Albany. With morning tea and lunch on the way, we will arrive in the coastal town early afternoon and we will get straight into it! From the Visitor's centre in Albany to Torbay is mostly easy going, with the odd hill. A perfect start to this epic adventure.

After the ride, we will check into our motel for a one (1) night stay and have a meal at a local restaurant. With the travel, it will feel like a big day, so don't make any plans for the evening!

Accommodation: Emu Point Motel - Albany (or similar)

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

We will get going after breakfast and head out in the vehicle with bikes in the trailer back out to Torbay. All of today's ride to Denmark is classed as easy in terms of the riding surface, but there are a few decent hills. There are several access points for our vehicle to pick you up along the way should you wish to have a shorter day.

We will finish the days ride at our accommodation in Denmark where we will be staying for the next 3 nights.

Accommodation: The Cove OR the Koorabup Motel - Denmark (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Denmark, it is a particularly scenic and enjoyable route along the WOW trail past Light's beach then out to Green's Pool, one of Australia's most beautiful beaches. After a delicious morning tea, there is a long uphill section heading out towards Mt Shadforth, followed by a long down hill, to Scotsdale road. The riding is partly along the stunning coastline then up through farmland today.

At the end of the ride, the bus will be waiting to take us back to Denmark.

Accommodation: The Cove OR the Koorabup Motel - Denmark (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A great day today! We will begin by weaving our way through some more farmland and passing one of the beautifully built campsites (don't worry we are not sleeping there!). After morning tea, we start to head back into the tall trees of the National Parks. There are a few short challenging sections today which will test us, but it is all achievable. Again, those seeking an easier option, can shorten the day if they wish.

The bus will be waiting for us at Nornalup Rd, to take us back for our last night in Denmark.

Accommodation: The Cove OR the Koorabup Motel - Denmark (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We are changing accommodation today, so we will check-out of our accommodation in Denmark before we head out. Today we pick the track up at Middle Rd to avoid roughly 25km of difficult riding through sand and loose gravel. Most of today's ride is in National park, through Tingle forest and following the river. We will see a mix of Karri forest as well as Tingle trees as we get closer to Walpole. There are some long uphills and fun downhill sections today, with a mix of easy and intermediate terrain.

Accommodation tonight is in the lovely South West town of Walpole.

Accommodation: Bayside Villas or Tree Top Motel - Walpole (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our last day! A short ride this morning with a few challenges, so it is no easy push off into the sunset. We finish in the town of Walpole. We'll get views of the Nornalup inlet at Coalmine Beach before arriving in the town.

There will be time for a quick shower and morning tea before we head back to Perth, with our tired legs and our sore cheeks - that's from smiling too much!

Meals: Breakfast

This cycle tour includes

Meals

5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

Transport

All transport: private bus transport to and from Perth; as well as transport to and from the track each day

Accommodation

Motel (5 nights)

Included activities

Bike for hire for 6 days (or bring your own)
Professional guiding and mechanical support each day
Emergency support: guides carry satellite phones and a full
first aid kit
Munda Biddi Trail: Albany -Walpole section guided ride
The WOW Trail out of Denmark which offers breathtaking views of the stunning coastline.

Dates & Availability

$2,549 ^AUD
per person twin share
Want your own room? From an extra $420 (subject to availability).

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6 spots available

$2,549 ^AUD
per person twin share
Want your own room? From an extra $420 (subject to availability).

Book Now

6 spots available

$2,549 ^AUD
per person twin share
Want your own room? From an extra $420 (subject to availability).

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5 spots available

$2,549 ^AUD
per person twin share
Want your own room? From an extra $420 (subject to availability).

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12 spots available

Important Notes

This tour has a full-time support vehicle that will transport the group to and from the track each day as well as move luggage between accommodations. There is also a tour leader that rides with the group each day.
To complete this trip it is important that you are both confident and competent in riding a bicycle. The tour price includes a high-quality single suspension MTB bike.
An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are on an ‘on request’ basis only. Please ask us for more details at the time of booking.
Single Supplement: A single supplement is bookable, subject to availability at the time of booking.
First Day Info:While you will be riding on the first day of the tour, you do not have to wear your gear on the bus ride from Perth to Albany. There will be an opportunity to get changed into your riding gear when we arrive in Albany, so please have your first days riding gear in a small accessible pack, separate from your main luggage. Your luggage will be stowed in a trailer and waiting for you at the accommodation when you return from your first days ride.
In the event of unforeseeable circumstances that require a modification to the itinerary or accommodation, we will make every effort to provide a suitable alternative.

FAQs

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Munda Biddi Cycling Tours FAQs

Can I bring my own bike?

Of course! If you are electing to bring your own bike, it is important that you have a bike fit for purpose. This will be different for every person, as we all have different skills, fitness and opinions and there is no bike made for every scenario. You will ultimately be the best judge on whether your bike is suitable however we strongly suggest it meet the following recommendations –

A mountain bike with front suspension (rear suspension is also good, but not necessary).
Well maintained and in good working order (serviced within the last 3 months)
26, 27.5 or 29 inch rim tyres
Wide off road tyres. Ideally the tyres will be around the 45-55mm. Anything less than this will be difficult to ride in the sandy patches. Anything really wide is going to harder going on some of the firmer ground.
Knobbly tread patterns (not a smooth tyre). Maximum of 2 years old.

If you feel your bike is not going to be up to the ride just let us know and we will arrange a perfectly suited mountain bike for the duration of the tour.

If electing to bring your own we will need your bike at least a day before the tour, so that we can load it onto our trailer to avoid loading bikes at the pick up spot.

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Do I have to ride each day?

It is your holiday, so if you feel like a day off, it is not a problem at all. Most days it is also possible to ride a half day if you would prefer.

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Do I need any special gear?

Not really. We would recommend bring riding pants to prevent chaff. If you are a seasoned rider, you might also bring along your own saddle too.

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How fast do we ride?

This is always a tough one. When we designed the itinerary, we allowed for an average riding speed of 10km/hour. This is meant to be a comfortable pace, which will allow plenty of time for rest.

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How fit do I need to be to participate in a multi-day mountain bike trip?

Our trips will vary in difficulty but in general they are suited for intermediate riders. An intermediate rider is someone who can handle 3 to 4 hours of moderately paced pedal time each day, for several days in a row (although you can take days off from riding). There will always be slower and faster riders on every trip; in general we try to cultivate a strong group dynamic so that people understand it’s not about finishing quickly or logging as many kilometres as possible on the odometer, but about enjoying the riding and scenery in the company of other riders, and that may require waiting every now and then.

Ensuring you are on a tour that’s right for you, and ensuring you are ready for the physical and technical demands of a tour, is of utmost importance to us. It helps ensure that you will be riding with people of similar skill level and won’t be holding up the group or be held up by others – and can ride at the pace you prefer.

This can be a challenge but here’s what we do –

When booking, we ask each participant to tell us about their mountain biking experience. The answers are reviewed by staff and provide valuable insight as to whether or not the tour is a good fit for them.
We follow up with a phone call if we think a rider might not be quite up to the challenge (or might be ‘over qualified’) and discuss their skill level and fitness to discover whether they are indeed a good fit, or if another tour might be more suitable.

Whatever your level, you’ll get the best possible enjoyment by getting in shape before the trip – we’ll offer training suggestions in our pre-tour communications to help you on your way.

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What if I have never ridden a mountain bike before?

While there is no specific skill requirements for our mountain bike tours (apart from being able to actually ride a bike!) you should be comfortable and familiar with riding in a variety of terrains including gravel roads, small sandy sections and up/down hills. Our guides are experienced mountain bikers who will teach you the skills to ride with confidence, however, it will be more enjoyable for you if you already have some familiarity with a mountain bike.

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What is a typical day like on an Inspiration Outdoors trip?

You’ll typically start your day with a group breakfast between 6:30am – 7:30 am, then hop in the support van to get to the trailhead. We stop regularly for photo opportunities, drink and snack breaks but will always stop after a 1.5 – 2 hour ride for a delicious morning tea on the trail. Some days lunch will be brought to us and other days we will find a shady spot with a great view to eat lunch on the trail. The support van is usually close by in the late morning or early afternoon for those ready to rest and relax while the more energetic push on for some more great riding. In the afternoon there is often spare time where we can check out local points of interest, enjoy an afternoon siesta or go exploring. When everyone has finished riding for the day we head back to the accommodation for a shower, dinner and a few drinks to celebrate a great days riding.

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What are some general items I should pack for a guided mountain bike trip?

In efforts to make your trip safe, memorable and enjoyable the below items are a guide only. These are items we suggest you consider bringing however you know your personal needs better than we do, so pack accordingly.

ON THE BIKE:

jersey tops (normal active wear tops are fine)
cycling shorts with a quality chamois (padding)
bike gloves with padding under the palm
arm/leg warmers (only if you think you will require them)
helmet
cycling shoes and socks
energy bars and electrolytes

ON/OFF THE BIKE:

rain/wind jacket
sweater
sunglasses (clear lens and polarized lens)
cycling water bottle or backpack with hydration system (2-3L water capacity)
camera (phone, GoPro, point and shoot)
backpack or pannier/s (if not using a backpack with hydration system you will need some way to carry extra water, snacks and personal items such as spare tubes and sunscreen)

CHILL TIME:

swimwear
thongs / sneakers
small camp towel (to use for swimming etc.)
comfortable, casual clothes for relaxing in (such as jeans, t-shirt, jumpers, shorts etc.)
flashlight or headlamp

PERSONAL ITEMS AND FIRST AID:

toiletries i.e. toothbrush and toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner, soap etc.
sunscreen
insect repellent (with Deet)
anti-bacterial wipes/gel
first-aid kit (ibuprofen, band aids, Polysporin, tweezers)

TOOLS/SPARE PARTS TO BRING:

For those bringing their own bikes – we recommend bringing the following tools with you. Rest assured your guides will have a full tool kit, but it’s a good idea to have the following items with you in case of trailside breakdowns:

multi-tool (preferably with chain breaker)
tire levers
small tire pump
1-2 spare tubes (our guides can’t realistically carry enough 26″, 27.5″, and 29″ tubes for everyone)
Any rare parts that might be hard to find locally for your brand of bike

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What happens after I book?

After you have paid a deposit and filled in a registration form, we will send you any extra information you may need, including a list of what to bring and how best to prepare for the tour.

Payment in full is required at least six weeks prior to the tour (bookings can still be made within six weeks of tour start date if there are places available). We will email or call you to remind you when this is due.

Finally, we will contact you prior to your tour to confirm pick-up times and locations. If you have any questions or concerns at all before or after you have booked, please don’t hesitate to get in touch so we can go through them with you.

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Can I cancel my booking?

We hope that you do not need to cancel your booking. However, if you do, our cancellation fee, based on the notice given prior to the departure date, is:

More than 12 weeks: $50 administration fee

6 to 12 weeks: loss of deposit

4 to 6 weeks: 25% of full tour cost

2 to 4 weeks: 50% of full tour cost

less than 2 weeks: 100% of full tour cost, no refund

If you have any concerns about cancelling, please take out travel insurance covering this contingency. This policy will be adhered to despite the most compelling and compassionate circumstances.

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What happens after I book?

After you have filled in a registration form, we will send you all extra information you may need, including a list of what to bring and how best to prepare for the tour.

Finally, we will contact you prior to your tour to confirm pick-up times and locations. If you have any questions or concerns at all before or after you have booked, please don't hesitate to get in touch so we can go through them with you.

What are my payment options?

Payment can be made by:

Direct deposit
Cheque
Credit card

Can I cancel my booking?

If you need to cancel your tour;

85 days or more, you will be refunded all monies paid, less a $50 administration fee.
42 to 84 days prior to departure, you will lose your deposit
28 to 41 days: 25% of full tour cost
14 to 27 days: 50% of full tour cost
less than 14 days: 100% of full tour cost, no refund

If you have any concerns about cancelling, please take out travel insurance covering this contingency. This policy will be adhered to despite the most compelling and compassionate circumstances.

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