Channel your inner penguin while you explore everything this icy-themed Overnight Igloo Experience has to offer
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31.05.2022

Channel your inner penguin while you explore everything this icy-themed Overnight Igloo Experience has to offer

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Words by Jena Carr

As the weather gets colder, what could be better than snuggling up to that special someone in a nice cosy Igloo.

Grab your warmest clothes, scarves, beanies and a comfortable pair of waterproof shoes to make your way down to Victoria’s own Hotham Heights. From there, put on your snowshoes and follow Founder Jean-Francois Rupp as you make your way through amazing snow-filled views towards the hidden Eco-Village and Central Tipi.

Hosted by booking platform Riparide, the ‘Igloo Overnight Experience – Snowshoe to Fondue Dinner’ offers you more than just a perfect place to spend the night. On top of being given some delicious hot chocolate or a soothing glass of Glühwein hot spiced red wine to warm your insides, you’ll get an exclusive learning experience. At the same time, try your hand at making a traditional and mouth-watering French fondue. With cheese imported from French Alpine farms just for the occasion, you will feel honoured that you’re witnessing some delicious French history passed down from generations.

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There is no going hungry either, as all guests will receive a three-course dinner in the Central Tipi. You’ll get to eat a delicious selection of foods sure to melt the ice in your belly while the indoor fireplace helps soften any ice covering your body, making sure you feel warm both inside and out.

Is Jack Frost starting to nip at your nose? It must be time to come and take your place down around the fire for some drinks and campfire stories. If you’re feeling adventurous enough, you can even dance to a song or two. For a night filled with fun and laughs, you’ll be longing to rest in the comfort of your igloo as the night wraps up around 9 pm and no later than 11:30 pm for all you night owls out there.

From $299 a night, you can expect a night of simplicity and luxury. All the Snow-domes include; a warm-wood fire heater, hand-washing facilities, comfortable bedding, drinking water, solar-powered batteries and phone USB ports, and extra blankets for those who feel the chill more than others. Although made out of real snow, guests are guaranteed a cosy night as you burry yourself into a soft bed covered in warm sheepskins that will keep away the outside chill.

What would a perfect night be without a warm hearty breakfast to wake you up? Guests will receive a hot breakfast and a selection of tea, coffee, juice, toasts and jams, muesli, egg and bacon rolls, and Haloumi rolls with vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options available at an additional cost. This is the perfect end to a fantastic night in the snow as the skidoo pick you up around 10 am for a stunning scenic ride back wire plain car park home to every guest’s motorised igloos.

Not ready to leave this snowy oasis? Then indulge and add the Dinner Plain Onsen package to your stay, including a bus transfer and access to the relaxing Onsen warm bath, spa, and sauna. You can also opt for a one hour tour around the Hotham resort to learn more about this winter paradise.

Sure to warm up even the coldest of hearts, this is running for a limited time from the 15th of June to the 29th of September and is an experience you won’t want to miss.

 

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Expeditions embark at around 4:30 pm Wednesdays to Sundays for a 30 minute Snowshoe walk through 450 meters of picturesque snow gums.

Purchase tickets for this truly unique and adventurous experience or find out more here.