Calling all thrillseekers – if you want to take your adrenaline rush to the next level, there's a unique experience that'll be right up your alley here in Victoria. Australia's first via ferrata trail has reopened for summer, and it gives a new meaning to breathtaking.
RockWire is a guided rock climbing experience that traverses the highest peak of Mount Buller in regional Victoria's alpine area. Situated in our state's High Country, this region is known as one of the most beloved snow spots, but in summer, it can be enjoyed in a whole different way.
A via ferrata is a trail that climbs steep cliff faces, using a steel cable wire and harness. The term translates from Italian to 'iron path' – it originated in Italy during the second world war as a way for soldiers to travel through the Dolomites mountain ranges.
This climbing experience certainly isn't for the faint-hearted, but as they say, fortune favours the brave. Because the reward for taking on the heights of this climb is incredible views of the surrounding mountain range. All you need is the courage (and a decent level of fitness) to take it on – no climbing experience is required, as you're guided by a skilled instructor.
It sounds a little treacherous, but it's truly super safe. Climbers are attached to a cable at all times, which is permanently fixed into the mountainside. So it's the perfect adventurous activity for adrenaline junkies who prefer to get their thrills in a safe way.
Intrigued? You can find out more about the RockWire experience here.
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