Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim

Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim

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Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim

5 Days Starting and ending in Brisbane

Visiting: Brisbane / Scenic Rim / Lamington National Park, Scenic Rim / Mt Cordeaux / Boonah Valley, Scenic Rim / Mount Mitchell / Mount Barney, Scenic Rim / Mount Barney, Scenic Rim / Tamborine National Park / Brisbane

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

PZXR

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 12

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

15-99 years

From: $1655

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Filled to the brim with national parks, soaring mountains and gorgeous vineyards, Queensland’s Scenic Rim isn’t just scenic by name, it’s scenic by nature. From lush valleys to sky-scraping peaks, enjoy a front row seat to some of Australia’s best scenery as you explore on foot with a local leader who will bring the landscape to life and take care of all the little details. Delight in the wonders of Lamington National Park, weave your way up Mount Cordeaux, summit Mount Mitchell, uncover tranquil rockpools near Mount Barney and discover the diverse terrain of Tamborine National Park, accompanied by plenty of opportunities to try world-class local wine and produce along the way.

Highlights

  • Discover the Scenic Rim’s fascinating flora and fauna with the guidance of your local leader as you delve into Tamborine National Park, Main Range National Park and Lamington National Park, which are part of The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, World Heritage Area, containing the most extensive areas of subtropical rainforest in the world.

  • Wind your way up Mount Cordeaux, Mount Mitchell and discover Mount Barney on a series of hikes and be rewarded with truly unbeatable views of the surrounding landscapes.

  • Rest your head in a delightful and eco-conscious homestead converted from a 1900s farmhouse and soak in magnificent mountain views from your veranda.

  • Set out in search of wildlife surrounding your accommodation during a tour with an expert guide, followed by local wine and snacks as you watch the sun set over Mount Barney.

  • Discover Tamborine National Park, Main Range National Park and Lamington National Park, which are part of The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, containing the most extensive areas of subtropical rainforest in the world.

  • Join a First Nations guide for a smoking ceremony and cultural walk to Yellow Pinch lookout where you’ll learn about Mt Barney from the Land’s Traditional Owners and connect with Country using Aboriginal ideas.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Brisbane / Scenic Rim / Lamington National Park

Location: Brisbane / Scenic Rim / Lamington National Park

Accommodation: Motel

Welcome to Australia’s Scenic Rim! Your adventure begins in Brisbane where you’ll be picked up at 9.30 am by your local leader. Meet your fellow travellers, then hit the road and drive towards Lamington National Park, named after your favourite coconut cake. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is dotted with ancient trees, tumbling waterfalls and varied wildlife, all best discovered on foot. Venture into the park for today's hike along the West Canungra Creek circuit and uncover its natural wonders with your leader’s expert guidance. This evening, perhaps watch the sunset from the deck, then maybe join your group for dinner and reminisce about the day’s discoveries.

Included Activities:
-Lamington National Park - West Canungra Creek Circuit

Day 2: Scenic Rim / Mt Cordeaux / Boonah Valley

Location: Scenic Rim / Mt Cordeaux / Boonah Valley

Accommodation: Motel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Fill up on breakfast then drive towards Mount Cordeaux (Niamboyoo), with a stop for you to purchase a picnic lunch for later. Mount Cordeaux in Main Range National Park forms the northern side of Cunninghams Gap and overlooks the Scenic Rim. Follow the walking track up the mountain, passing by an abandoned goldmine shaft where gold was never found. The track ends just before the summit and you’ll be rewarded for your efforts with showstopping views of the Main Range National Park, the Darling Downs and even the high-rise buildings of Brisbane (Meeanjin). Continue on through high-altitude cool-temperate rainforest to Bare Rock for magnificent views spanning the northern Ramparts and Darling Downs. Descend the mountain, then join the Rainforest Circuit and venture through lush vegetation as your leader shares stories of the flora and fauna that call this place home. Climb to an incredible lookout point serving up views of Lake Moogerah and the Fassifern Valley, before heading to your accommodation for tonight.

Included Activities:
-Main Range National Park - Mount Cordeaux Track
-Main Range National Park - Rainforest Circuit
-Main Range National Park - Bare Rock Track

Day 3: Scenic Rim / Mount Mitchell / Mount Barney

Location: Scenic Rim / Mount Mitchell / Mount Barney

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation before driving to Mount Mitchell – a volcanic peak in the Main Range National Park to the south of Cunninghams Gap. Today, you’ll be climbing to its summit, and while some parts of the track are quite steep, you can rest assured that the views from the top make every step worth it! Cross through mountain heath, woodland and diverse rainforest, and be sure to turn your head to the sky in search of peregrine falcons above. Stop at the top to admire views of Mount Barney, the Main Range and the Moogerah Peaks before descending the mountain. Check into your accommodation – an eco-conscious homestead converted from a typical 1900s 'Queenslander' farmhouse where you’ll enjoy mountain views. In the late afternoon, you may like to take an optional stroll up to a lookout point and watch the sunset over Mount Barney with a glass of local wine, snacking on olives and cheese – a perfect way to enjoy this spectacular part of the world.

Included Activities:
-Main Range National Park - Mount Mitchell Track

Day 4: Scenic Rim / Mount Barney

Location: Scenic Rim / Mount Barney

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast, join a First Nations guide for a smoking ceremony and cultural walk to Yellow Pinch lookout. Connect with Country using Aboriginal ideas, learn about Mt Barney from the land’s Traditional Owners and take time for silent reflection in this special place. This afternoon, visit Mount Barney (Boogarah Boogarah/Kaieee) where you’ll set off along the Lower Portals track, crossing undulating and sometimes rugged terrain. Pass through open bushland, rockpools and creeks, which you may need to cross in water up to thigh height in some places. You may be visited by a wallaby on your walk or spot black cockatoos flying above. For a final taste of local culture, enjoy a group BBQ dinner on the homestead grounds.

Included Activities:
-Mount Barney National Park - Lower Portals Hike
-Mount Barney National Park - Yellow Pinch Lookout walk
-Mount Barney National Park - Yarriba Explore Ancient Beginnings tour

Day 5: Scenic Rim / Tamborine National Park / Brisbane

Location: Scenic Rim / Tamborine National Park / Brisbane

Meals Included: breaksfast

Fill up on a final breakfast this morning before heading out to Tamborine National Park – Queensland’s oldest national park and home to all manner of unique wildlife and landscapes. Step into a eucalyptus forest on the Curtis Falls track, which eventually gives way to lush rainforest punctuated with towering ferns. Continue to the shady Palm Grove circuit through subtropical rainforest – be sure to look up to see strangler figs and piccabeen palm trees, and look down to see collections of unusual fungi. Return to Brisbane in the afternoon, where your adventure comes to an end at approximately 4 pm.

Included Activities:
-Tamborine National Park - Curtis Falls Track
-Tamborine National Park - Palm Grove Circuit

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Motel (2 nights), Lodge (2 nights)

  • Lamington National Park - West Canungra Creek Circuit

  • Main Range National Park - Mount Cordeaux Track

  • Main Range National Park - Rainforest Circuit

  • Main Range National Park - Bare Rock Track

  • Main Range National Park - Mount Mitchell Track

  • Mount Barney National Park - Lower Portals Hike

  • Mount Barney National Park - Yellow Pinch Lookout walk

  • Mount Barney National Park - Yarriba Explore Ancient Beginnings tour

  • Tamborine National Park - Curtis Falls Track

  • Tamborine National Park - Palm Grove Circuit

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.

Important Information

START & END POINT LOCATION & TIMEThe trip starts in Brisbane with a Welcome Meeting at 9:30 am on Day 1 at our joining point hotel, and finishes on arrival back in Brisbane on Day 5 at our finish point hotel around 5pm. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.SINGLE SUPPLEMENTA Single Supplement can be booked if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip, subject to availability. This does not include Days 3 & 4 at the homestead where you will be in shared accommodation.LUGGAGE LIMITDue to limited vehicle space and strictly enforced road laws regarding transport of baggage, your main piece of luggage must be soft-sided, compact and weigh no more than 15kg/33lb. We are unable to carry large suitcases or bags, particularly hard/externally framed suitcases as they are difficult to store and can damage equipment and other travellers' belongings.

Mode of Transport

Private vehicle

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain and is only suited to travellers with a good level of mobility and fitness. Good footwear, clothing for all types of Queensland weather, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. More details on each walk can be found in the itinerary.

    The walks included on this trip are Grade 3 (suitable for most ages & fitness levels, some walking experience recommended, tracks may have short, steep sections, a rough surface and many steps) and Grade 4 (walking experience recommended, tracks may be long, rough & steep)

    The weather in this part of the world can be unpredictable, even in the dry season, so be sure to pack for all conditions!

    Walks indicated in the day-by-day itinerary are our best pick, but we may need to change them sometimes depending on the track and weather conditions.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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