If you think that winter is the best time to visit Kosciusko National Park then think again! The NSW snowfields and surrounding areas are great places to visit during the warmer months. There is plenty of adventure to experience and places to explore. In fact, the Adventist Alpine Village is open all year round to accommodate you.

The Adventist Alpine Village in Jindabyne is a perfect base for your summer holiday. The accommodation is affordable and the facilities are comfortable. It is is well equipped to accommodate large groups or family holidays.

Lake Jindabyne is only three kilometers away from the Adventist Alpine Village. At the lake you can enjoy numerous water sports and activities. In the alpine mountains there are many walking tracks. It is a great time of the year to see the wildflowers bloom and view the breathtaking scenery.

Summer activities to enjoy on your holiday:

Check out this summer activity guide!

Water Activities

  • Fishing

    The Snowy Mountains offers pristine freshwater fish. A highly regarded fishing spot in Australia. Visit High Fly, SW Trout Fishing or Alpine Angler for more information on fishing in the Snowy Mountains.

  • Water sports

    Water Skiing, Jet Skiing, Wake Boarding

  • White Water Rafting

  • Swimming

    The ‘claypits’ is a great place to swim on a hot summer’s day

  • Boating

    The Jindabyne Lake and Snowy River offer the perfect place to enjoy a range of different boating activities including sailing, sail boarding, canoeing and kayaking.

Exploring On-foot

Mt Kosciuszko National Park offers a range of fantastic walks. You can take a leisurely walk or be more adventurous and climb Mt Kosciuszko – Australia’s highest peak. There are walks that climb the alpine herbfields – spectacular during summer – and through the lakes in the Snowy Mountains.

  • Abseiling/Rock Climbing/Bouldering

    Suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. Click here for more information.

  • Photography

    Kosciuzko National Park is home to over 200 wildflowers. They bloom between November and April. This is a great time to visit as you can take advantage of the off-peak rates as well as experience the Alpine beauty during the warmer months.

  • Bushwalking & Hiking

    The snowy mountains has a range of spectacular different walks to offer. Click here for more information about Kosciusko National Park’s walks & hikes.

Exploring on Bike

There is an abundance of breathtaking scenery to enjoy on a bike. You can have a leisurely cycle or if you are an adrenaline junkie, the Snowy Mountains will not disappoint you. Look for the famous downhill track at Thredbo Gravity Mountain Bike Park – the Cannonball Run.

  • Mountain Biking Trails

    Jindabyne and its surrounding area have many different mountain bike trails on offer. These range from cross country trails, flow tracks, technical tracks and more. Visit Jindabyne and Surrounds Trailforks for more information about the local trails.

  • Mountain Biking Downhill Tracks

    Australia’s only lift-accessed mountain bike park is a 35 minute drive from the Adventist Alpine Village. Visit Thredbo Resort Mountain Biking for more information about the tracks and lift ticket prices.

  • Cycling

    The Snowy Mountains are a popular location for road cyclists. With picturesque scenery and a range of different gradient roads, this local area offers some of the best road cycling in Australia.

  • Power Stations – Snowy Mountains Scheme

    The Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme is an intrinsic part of Australia’s cultural heritage, is recognized as a civil engineering wonder of the modern world and is an icon of Australian engineering and social achievement. The Scheme is made up of 7 major power stations (two underground), 16 major dams, 80 kilometres of aqueducts and 145 kilometres of tunnels.For information, bookings and tours on The Snowy Scheme visit Snowy Hydro.

  • Golf

    Berridale has an 18 hole golf course and Thredbo has a 9 hole golf course. For those who would like to try a different twist in golf, try playing disc golf here at the Adventist Alpine Village’s 18 hole course or in Jindabyne at their 9 hole course.

Other Adventures & Activities

There are so many other great adventures and activities available in the Snowy Mountains. These are just a few of the many experiences this area has to offer.

  • Bobsled, Thredbo

    The bobsled is a 700m track that’s twists down Thredbo. You control the speed with a brake on your cart. Great fun for all ages!

  • Horseriding

    There is plenty of opportunities for you to experience the home of ‘The Man from Snowy River’ on horseback. Commercial horse treks in the Snowy Mountains date back to the 1940s. Visit Snowy Mountains Horse Riding for more information.

  • Yarrangobilly Caves

    Do not miss the beauty of Yarrangobilly Caves on your visit to the Adventist Alpine Village. It may be off the beaten track but you will be rewarded! To view a video, visit ABC. For directions, visit Environment Park Show Caves.