Alpine Nature Experience

Alpine Nature Experience Alpine Nature Experience will offer a new and unique experience: spending an exclusive and adventuro A memorable night in the snow!

You don’t have to ski or be intrepid to discover the beauty of the Australian Alps. This winter on Mount Hotham, Alpine Nature Experience will offer a new and unique experience: spending an exclusive and adventurous night in the snow. Founder Jean-Francois Rupp will take you on an evening snowshoe adventure through the snow gums to reach his hidden eco-village and central tipi, before sharing some

French cooking tips and assisting guests prepare their own French cheese fondue. Mr Rupp hopes to attract first timers to the snow, families, seminars and school groups. Hailing from the heart of the French alps, Jean-Francois has always wanted to encourage others to discover the beauty of the mountains and experience the snow. Since relocating to Australia in late 2014, he has been looking for the chance to share his passion for the outdoors and alpine activities. “At first I was sceptical of the term “Alps” in Australia, but I love the mountains here, they are more accessible than in France and have an untouched feeling to them”. Mount Hotham was a clear standout for his project due to the striking beauty of the mountain, snow reliability and overall atmosphere.

“For me the snow is about much more than skiing, it’s about the beauty of the scenery, the food, and surrounding yourself in nature” he said. Collaborating with Hoys Skis and Zirky’s, Alpine Nature Experience has received a warm welcome from resort management and local businesses who are keen to see their customers catered for in a new way.

29/05/2026

Dreamiest getaway in Victoria 🇦🇺

A few hours from Melbourne, there’s a side of winter that feels nothing like everyday life.

Domes tucked into a blanket of snow.
Ancient forests covered in white.
Mulled wine by the fire.
Fondue inside a heated tipi.
And stars bright enough to make you forget the city exists for a while ❄️

No flights.
No complicated planning.
Just one weekend that feels like stepping into another world.

⚡ Very limited winter spots
👉 Comment “SNOW” and we’ll send you all the details

14/05/2026

Some places don’t feel real until you’re there.

Until your phone ends up forgotten in your pocket because the sunset looks unreal.
Until you’re drinking mulled wine beside a fire while snow falls outside.
Until the air feels so quiet your whole nervous system finally unclenches.

And somehow, this is all just a few hours from Melbourne.

Not another country.
Not some once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Just one decision between you and the weekend you’ll talk about all winter ❄️

⚡ Limited winter spots
👉 Comment “SNOW” and we’ll send you all the details

13/05/2026

The biggest mistake everyone makes when visiting Hotham is missing a chance to experience this side of winter.

The kind where your mornings start surrounded by snow instead of traffic.
Where your cheeks turn red from cold air instead of stress.
Where silence feels so unfamiliar it almost shocks your nervous system for a second.

And somehow, most people have no idea this exists just a few hours away.

No flights.
No huge itinerary.
No needing to “properly travel.”

Just a couple of days that make your brain feel lighter again.

A warm dome in the middle of white silence.
Mulled wine by the fire.
Fondue inside a heated tipi.
And stars bright enough to remind you the world still feels magical sometimes ❄️

⚡ Limited winter spots
👉 Comment “SNOW” and we’ll send you all the details

Address

Wire Plain, Great Alpine Road
Hotham Heights, VIC
3741

Opening Hours

Wednesday 4:30pm - 10:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 10:30pm
Friday 4:30pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 4:30pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 4:30pm - 10:30pm

Telephone

+61466280603

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