About Simply Trekking

We do what we love

Simply Trekking was launched  from a personal love of multi day hiking.  Lots of people of all ages love going out for a day in nature.  Let’s inspire them to go that step further and stay out overnight.   So we provide them with ultralight trekking gear, add a guide to provide safety, experience, knowledge and you have an authentic nature experience.

The Simply Trekking Team

Marie Tatham20200513144803
Marie Tatham Simpy Trekking Owner, head guide for family, adult & youth

Marie Tatham

Head Guide, Principal & Owner
Marie is the founder and owner of Simply Trekking.  After over 30 years of thru hiking in Australia, NZ and elsewhere overseas, often solo, it was a natural transition to share her passion and beliefs in the benefits of trekking.  Being a grandmother of six children ranging from toddler to teens, she saw the need to encourage families and youth to reconnect through nature. Marie believes in the concept of ultralight pack carrying, provides the latest technology in trek gear and inspires others to learn safely about the great outdoors. As well as having owned and operated a conveyancing business, Marie has a degree in Primary School Teaching, worked as a Librarian and in Tourism. She is passionate about community and is presently chairperson of Maylands Community Garden and a committee member of LACE a not-for-profit community event organization.
Nina Caputo20200513144939
Nina Caputo, Marketing Manager, guide for family treks and youth treks

Nina Caputo

Guide
Nina is Marie's daughter - an experienced and passionate trekker, a mother of four children from 7 to 15 years and as a Joey Leader with Scouts, safety in the bush with children and teens is her outmost concern.   She has a degree in Family and Children Services and is working towards her Master’s in Education.
Dean Graystone20200513145047
Dean Graystone, assistant guide for youth

Dean Graystone

Guide
A passionate experienced hiker who is looking forward to introducing the world of multi day hiking to West Australian’s young and old.  Dean completed his Bronze Duke of Ed Award which inspired him in his teens to complete a full End to End (1000kms) of the Bibbulmun Track.  He brings extensive camping skills and fits in guiding commitments whilst running his electrical business.  Dean is also at University studying Secondary Education.  With his electrical background, he is well versed in being proactive and putting safety first.
Peter Mann20200513145148
Peter Mann, guide for adult treks

Peter Mann

Senior Guide
Peter is a guide who has had many years involvement in the developing of the bush walking culture in WA.   Presently a leader and guide with the Perth Bushwalkers Club, he also has recently joined the John Forest National Park Trail Planning Advisory Group to plan for trail maintenance, potential realignments of Eagle view Trail. He has been an active member of the WA Rogaine Association for many years improving his knowledge of “off track” navigation and reading of maps and the compass.  Peter’s professional background is as a Project Engineer, he has completed his own sectional Bibbulmun Track End to End and is very well versed to making sure that safety is our first concern.
Simply trekking team, Marie, Nina, Dean, Peter

Simplicity equals clarity & direction

Simply putting one foot in front of the other will give you the opportunity to reflect and gain direction in your life.   Simply,  let the track do it for you.   Travel by walking.   It’s about proximity, intensity and experience.  Rather than seeing as much as possible,  it’s about going as deeply as possible.

Experience staying on track

Experience the full joy of staying on track – meet other trekkers, hear their amazing stories, warm yourself at the campfire, wake to misty quiet mornings, enjoy the feelings of independence and simplicity.

Technology & Safety

Simply Trekking is licensed and accredited to guide and operate in West Australia.  Each trek cost includes (yes we provide) the latest technology lightweight backpacks full of ultralight trekking gear plus we provide all your ultralight trekking food.  We carry an emergency satellite tracker for your safety and a first aid kit.

Ultralight Gear

"In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir