Backpacking Light - Australia
152 Reviews
- Tuesday10 AM–6 PM
- Wednesday10 AM–6 PM
- Thursday10 AM–6 PM
- Friday10 AM–6 PM
- Saturday9:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Sunday11 AM–5 PM
- Monday10 AM–6 PM
About the Business
Backpacking Light Australia - Shop for Ultralight Gear & Clothing | Backpacking Light is Australia's specialist store for the world's best ultralight gear, backpacks, tents and clothing for hiking, camping, and lightweight travel.
Contacts
Call Us
0396705144
373 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Hours
- Tuesday10 AM–6 PM
- Wednesday10 AM–6 PM
- Thursday10 AM–6 PM
- Friday10 AM–6 PM
- Saturday9:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Sunday11 AM–5 PM
- Monday10 AM–6 PM
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- In-store pick-up
- In-store shopping
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Delivery
- Kerbside pickup
Recommended Reviews
Edward Stephens
11.10.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
Great service from the guys that run this place, and they have fantastic knowledge as well. Broad range of really high quality products, in fact everything in this place is good quality. Probably Melbourne's best outdoor shop for the average punter.
Tom T
30.09.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
I was all set to buy best backpack I could find, along with some other goods, but the tone of the older man working the counter was rude and dismissive. He obviously didn’t want to help me nor listen to my needs and instead suggested I try another store. I was polite and accepted his advice but after leaving I just felt bad after that experience so I have to share. Hope you can avoid it.Luckily lots of better stores around so I found the perfect backpack at a better price nearby.
Daniel Forrest
27.09.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
Made an order online and needed to get a refund. Staff were very helpful when I went in, and gave me a full refund promptly, reliving lots of stress for my trip. Thanks heaps guys
Angela Bowater
27.09.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
Always a great selection of quality hiking/camping gear. Staff friendly and helpful.
Alex Gifford
23.08.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
I was so glad to find a true, bricks and mortar, lightweight backpacking store in Australia! The ability to drop in, see products, ask questions (and always get thoroughly knowledgeable answers) had been sorely lacking locally. The range is fantastic, the service is top both (both in store and via post) and the prices are good too. This store is one of the very reasons I travel into the city.
Stuart B
10.08.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
While looking for a particular kind of shield I came across this place as a supplier. The staff here are very helpful and accommodating. The process of trying and buying the shoes was simple and easy. The bonus, the shoes I wanted were 20% off.
Geoffrey Salmon
24.07.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
I have had an exceptional experience at Backpacking Light. The team are friendly and very well informed of their products. Any questions I had were answered and followed up with their own experience and advice making decision making a lot easier.I would recommend anyone looking into buying a backpack to go into the store and get a bag fitted. The store is well equipped and offers plenty of gear to choose from. A true gem in the heart of Melbourne for back packers and hikers alike.
jon marshall
22.07.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
I worked in retail for twenty two years and I always tried to be friendly towards my customers. The older gentleman in this shop should not be working in retail. He is grumpy and has a hostile tone which is indeed not necessary. I would never buy anything from someone that I did not like. I certainly wouldn't work there either as I believe he might be the owner/manager, I have since found out that there is a very high turnover of staff (I wonder why). Beware prospective customers/employers. And my advice to the gentleman in question is - buy a tent, sleeping bag etc and get outside for some mental detoxification.
Rob Weir
21.07.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
Great selection of gear but customer experience was a little disappointing. Arrived 15mins prior to closing - tried on some pants. Was told at 6pm store was closing. Fair enough. Said I wanted to check one more size and I’d make a purchase. Another team member said loudly from across store “store is closed” mid-trying pants on. Made my purchase at 6.05pm. Asked about returns if I changed my mind (as felt a little rushed) and was told I should maybe just make the right decision in store. Never got my receipt emailed. Good one guys. Sorry for keeping you open.
Jenni Oliver
19.07.2023
Backpacking Light - Australia
Absolutely fantastic service, fitted for a pack by Ashleigh who was really knowledgable. Recommended some brilliant Montane pants which have proved to be exactly what I needed. She even kept my credit card safe when I left it on the counter like an idiot. Will definitely shop here again.
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373 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Backpacking Light - Australia