Reviewed by Rama Gaind.
Price: $34.99.
Australia is more than just a continent, a country of one big island with a lot of little ones floating offshore. Spin it any way you like, but Australia is a “colossus” – the sixth largest country in the world.
Its ocean territory is the world’s third largest, spanning three oceans and covering around 12 million square kilometres. Nearly seven million square kilometres, or 91 per cent of Australia, is covered by native vegetation. Although this figure may seem high, many of Australia’s desert landscapes are covered by native plants such as saltbush, albeit sparsely.
Australia is one of the most urbanised and coast-dwelling populations in the world. More than 80 per cent of Australians live within 100 kilometres of the coast.
With so much on offer, here’s your chance to escape into nature so you can not only stretch your legs, but relish the opportunity to break free from the city and immerse yourself in stunning scenery, discovering small towns and experiencing local life through 60 short, achievable walks featured in the book. There is so much to see and do in Australia.
Region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what’s on, cultural insights and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include:
Sydney and Around, Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast, the Daintree and the Far North, the Outback, the Kimberley and Pilbara, Southwest Forests to the Sea, Flinders to Fleurieu, Grampians to the High Country, the Prom to the Great Ocean Road and Tasmania.
This comprehensive guide includes special highlights for walkers, kid-friendly walks, accessible trails and what to take along with you. Sprinkled with colour maps and images, you are now in a position to pick a hike that works for you. Stroll down verdant hillsides, discover hidden coastlines or explore the outback.
Let your journey begin now!
