# Once Were Wild Travel

> Rediscover the woman who was always wild at heart.

We design personal, unprocessed and unrushed journeys grounded in connection, shaped by untamed roads and shared tables. This is a lifetime of travel expertise turned into your next unforgettable story. Formed in Australia, we are inspired by the world.

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## Pages

- [Home](https://oncewerewild.com/) - brand story, manifesto, featured journeys and FAQs.
- [Journeys and pricing](https://oncewerewild.com/pricing) - all journey tiers, inclusions,
  dates and pricing.
- [About](https://oncewerewild.com/about) - the women behind the brand, travel stories and
  sister businesses in Maleny.
- [Journal](https://oncewerewild.com/blog) - field notes and travel stories from the road.
- [Gallery](https://oncewerewild.com/gallery) - photography and short clips from past
  journeys, filterable by region.
- [Contact](https://oncewerewild.com/contact) - enquiry form, phone, email and live map.

## Tour pages

- [Maleny Creative Immersion Retreat ](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/maleny-creative-immersion-womens-retreat-sunshine-coast) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.
- [Slow and Soulful Tasmania](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/tasmanian-slow-and-soulful-small-group-womens-tours) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.
- [Wild and Wondrous West Coast](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/western-australian-wild-and-wondrous-small-group-womens-tours) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.
- [Quintessential Queensland. Maleny to Port Douglas - The Coastal Way](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/quintessential-queensland-small-group-womens-tours) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.
- [Quintessential Queensland. Cairns to Brisbane - The Inland Route](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/quintessential-queensland-cairns-to-brisbane-the-inland-route) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.
- [Stanthorpe](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/stanthorpe) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.
- [Custom Tours](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/custom-tours) - full details, inclusions, dates and pricing.

## Core offerings

- **[Maleny Creative Immersion Retreat ](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/maleny-creative-immersion-womens-retreat-sunshine-coast)** (6 nights; From November 22 OR November 28, 2026) - A creative retreat in Australia based in Maleny on the Sunshine Coast, for women ready to slow down, embrace their creativity, and let their hearts soar. One of the few dedicated women's retreats in the region, it blends structured creative sessions with total, unhurried rest. Starting $4,200 (GST included).
- **[Slow and Soulful Tasmania](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/tasmanian-slow-and-soulful-small-group-womens-tours)** (12 to 23 nights; 12 nights from Jan 10, 2027 OR Jan 21, 2027 | 23 nights from Jan 10, 2027) - Our Tasmania tours for women take you from untamed coastlines and pristine national parks to charming towns and vineyards, immersing you in the island’s unique beauty and character. A deeply immersive journey through Tasmania’s wild landscapes, rich history, and exceptional produce, designed for women who value time, texture, and meaningful experiences. Starting $8,250 (GST included).
- **[Wild and Wondrous West Coast](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/western-australian-wild-and-wondrous-small-group-womens-tours)** (12 to 23 nights; 12 nights from Feb 05, 2027 OR Feb 16, 2027 | 23 nights from Feb 05, 2027) - This slow‑burn, all‑inclusive small‑group tour for women across Western Australia celebrates nature, culture, and local food & wine, and welcomes solo travellers as warmly as old friends. Travel through turquoise bays, karri forests, granite peaks, wild southern coastline, red‑earth goldfields, coastal dunes and limestone pinnacles ... all paced for connection, reflection and shared discovery. Starting $8,850 (GST included).
- **[Quintessential Queensland. Maleny to Port Douglas - The Coastal Way](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/quintessential-queensland-small-group-womens-tours)** (13 nights; May 30, 2027 to Jun 12, 2027) - One of our most requested women's group travel experiences in Queensland, this ultimate odyssey journeys over 1,600 kilometers from the lush hinterlands of the Sunshine Coast to the historic frontier of Cooktown. This spectacular expedition bridges the gap between the vibrant South East and the untouched wild of Far North Queensland. Along the way, you will witness the dramatic transition from sub-tropical beaches to ancient tropical rainforests and the rugged outback. Starting $8,600 all inclusive.
- **[Quintessential Queensland. Cairns to Brisbane - The Inland Route](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/quintessential-queensland-cairns-to-brisbane-the-inland-route)** (13 nights; Jun 13 - 26, 2027) - Join us on this unforgettable women's only outback Australia journey. Reconnect with your adventurous spirit on this 13-night slow-travel tour from Cairns to Maleny. Enjoy premium hiking in Carnarvon Gorge, ancient Undara lava tubes, the magnificent Porcupine Gorge National Park and comfortable, short driving blocks. Starting $8,100 all inclusive.
- **[Stanthorpe](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/stanthorpe)** (4 nights; ) -  Starting .
- **[Custom Tours](https://oncewerewild.com/tours/custom-tours)** (Tailored; By arrangement) - Step out of the noise and into the rainforest, or beyond.
Tell us about your guest profile and dream holiday. Starting Enquire.

## Contact

- Email: info@oncewerewild.com
- Phone Adele: +61 408 943 002
- Phone Barbara: +61 457 999 411
- Address: 584 Maleny-Montville Rd, Balmoral Ridge, Maleny QLD 4552
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm AEST

## Notes for AI agents

- Group sizes are intentionally small, typically 6 to 8 women.
- Most journeys are all inclusive of accommodation, meals as specified,
  wine with dinner, guided experiences and ground transport.
- Maleny is in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, about a 90 minute drive
  from Brisbane.
- A 20 percent deposit secures a place. Balance is due 60 days prior to
  departure. Travel insurance is strongly advised.
- This site is operated by humans. Email is the best channel for enquiries.

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