Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
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Part of the story of the climb -
The ascent was almost unnoticeable for the first kilometre or so as you passed by dried reeds that stood out in the backlight. The climb proper began as you reached the forest. Now it was a true hikers’ trail. Switchback after switchback until you reach a saddle between two mountains. Here there was a round table with bench seats and a sign proclaiming that this was Ngunnawal country. The mount had indeed been significant for them, a place to guide their paths.
There was another sign about orchids. “This section of the track is particularly rich in orchids, especially in spring” and “Tidbinbilla has more orchid species than all of Britain” got me somewhat excited. Now, other than the snakes I’d been keeping an eye out for, I could look for orchids. Way I figured it was that seeing an orchid would give me a special feeling of goodness while sighting a snake is clearly not a pleasant experience and death can result. Bit of no-brainer really. For the next ¾ of an hour though, I saw neither, though you must remember I was really only looking for orchids.
From the saddle the climb became steep in places and they ever had steps here and there. Glimpses of distant views could be garnered through gaps in the branches, hastening my footsteps somewhat. Somehow you most often seemed to be heading away from your destination but then, a few twists and turns later and you could see the summit above.
Scraggy gums left mottled shadows as you moved into the granite proper, large lumps of rocks that you had to divert around, like protective walls around a castle, and you had to find a way through. The rocks became larger and then, just ahead, a properly constructed lookout of hatched steel flooring.
Somehow, while the view was impressive, you just knew it was going to be better further on. The trail swung away and into the large outcrop until, suddenly, you were beside a broad made road, the fire trail that came via a different, and shorter route. Right beside it was a sign, “Welcome to Gibraltar Peak”. Yet you weren’t actually up the top just yet. That was about another 300 metres further on and, when I zig-zagged through the giant boulders, excitement came to the fore yet again.
There was a giant crack in one monolith that you could squeeze through and that led you to what could be fairly labelled the rear view. Impressive though it was, you couldn’t help but feel the main event was on the other side, and so it transpired. Finally clearing all obstacles I clambered on top of one giant slab of rock. “Wow” was the word that immediately came to mind and it didn’t disappear for some time. - continued on next page

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Deco Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

Andre 2-night trip

Posted 2 days ago

Deco Hotel

ibis Styles Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Good setting with a restaurant I ordered butter chicken. Taste good just so little pieces of chicken. Otherwise nice stay,"

Artemio 1-night trip

Posted 4 days ago

ibis Styles Canberra

The Sebel Canberra Civic

10/10 Excellent

"Fine. "

Ulrik 1-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

The Sebel Canberra Civic

Statesman Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Proximity to Canberra private hospital and very comfortable bedding."

Julie 1-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Statesman Hotel

Avenue Hotel Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Very spacious and comfortable."

Ivan 2-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Avenue Hotel Canberra

QT Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Room space and cleanliness were fantastic. "

Kate 3-night trip

Posted 6 days ago

QT Canberra

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and the staff friendly and courteous. "

Matthew 1-night trip

Posted 6 days ago

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend, convenient, great value & spotless."

Maree 1-night trip

Posted 2 weeks ago

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"OMG this place is so amazing. Five star all the way. We stayed in Lemur room 2 and they hung out mostly on our side. Food was out of this world. Staff are so accommodating and friendly. The zoo is amazing and the tour in the morning was so good. The young man was so great and I cannot explain how beautiful this was. I would love to go back again. xxxx"

Robyn 1-night trip

Posted 1 month ago

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

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What's the area like around Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve?

Abode Tuggeranong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. You'll find it 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. Other good choices around the area include Punthill Tuggeranong and Abode Woden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve.

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