2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES

millions of years in the making

EXPLORE UNDISCOVERED PARTS OF QUEENSLAND WHILE EXPERIENCING SPICERS’ RELAXED LUXURY SERVICE ON THE SCENIC RIM TRAIL

Walk along the Great Dividing Range, through World Heritage Listed Gondwana Rainforest and see native fauna and flora in all its glory. Experience awe-inspiring views as you traverse the Scenic Rim, and all within one and a half hours of Brisbane.

Born out of a desire to showcase the best of the Australian bush with sustainability at the forefront and relaxed luxury as its defining difference, it has been Jude’s vision to share this landscape with the world.

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JUDE TURNER, FOUNDER SPICERS RETREATS AND SPICERS SCENIC RIM TRAIL

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THE HISTORY

In the late 1990s owners Jude and Graham ‘Skroo’ Turner (Flight Centre founder) purchased two large farming properties an hour’s drive apart, with the Main Range National Park residing in between.

It has long been Jude’s dream to join the two, and there was born the idea of the Scenic Rim Trail.

The trail first opened in 2009 with a three-day walk based out of Spicers Canopy Luxury Tents, a stunning eco glamping campsite that is now home to the two-day walk.

In 2011, the Queensland Government released a public request for ecotourism ventures. Spicers submitted a proposal for an extended Scenic Rim Trail that would connect the two farms creating a seven-day walk with two state of the art eco camps to be

built within the Main Range National Park. The submission was approved and after many years of planning, ecological studies and offsite construction, the extended trail opened in June 2020.

As one of the largest ecotourism ventures ever to open in Queensland, the extended Scenic Rim Trail is set to be a global sensation. The walk covers 60 kilometres of walking trails and is Queensland’s only inclusion in the Great Walks

of Australia collection.

THE EXPERIENCE

Small groups of up to 12 walkers will join expert guides as they venture on foot through one of Australia’s most unique landscapes.

Travellers can choose the length, with the five and seven-day walks both encompassing the new trail and accommodation, and the two

and three-day walks continuing to depart from Spicers Canopy Luxury Tents.

Pack-free walking means luggage is transferred daily with guests only carrying a daypack.

As an all-inclusive experience guests can relax knowing that everything is taken care of.

For people who love the outdoors and enjoy a touch of bush luxury the Spicers Scenic Rim Trail is a must.

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THE VIEW TO MOUNT MITCHELL FROM SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS MAIN RANGE NATIONAL PARK

MAIN LODGE AT SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS

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MAIN RANGE NATIONAL PARK

SPICERS PEAK NATURE REFUGE

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SPICERS PEAK LODGE (LUXURY RECOVERY ADD-ON)

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SPICERS SCENIC RIM TRAIL 2/3-DAYThis unique adventure begins in the foothills of South East Queensland’s Main Range National Park, famous for its stunning collection of peaks, ridges, forests and ancient volcanic plateaus.

Our experienced guides will lead you through a region of more than 30,000 hectares of parkland, state forests and national parks. Combined with Spicers Peak Station, a 2,000 hectare private nature refuge.

You’ll enjoy exploring the unique Australian landscape and will have a rare opportunity to stand among World Heritage Listed Gondwana Rainforest.

If you are new to multi-day walking or are short on time, our two and three-day walks are ideal.

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DAY ONE - SPICERS TRAILHEAD TO SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS

• Meet and greet before transferring to the start of the walk

• Delight in stunning views as you traverse The Great Dividing Range

• Cross into the Nature Refuge and learn about conservation initiatives

• Arrive into camp for afternoon tea and a soak in the hot tub

DAY TWO - SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS TO SPICERS PEAK LODGE

• Wake early and watch the sunrise over the mountains

• As you walk, relax and immerse yourself in nature

• Enjoy afternoon tea at Spicers Peak Lodge before returning to camp for the night

EXTENDED 3-DAY EXPERIENCE

• 3-days / 3-nights operating on select departure dates

• Includes an additional guided walk

• Savor a chef prepared dinner before enjoying a night cap by the fireplace

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INCLUSIONS

• Stay at Spicers Canopy Luxury Tents

• All chef prepared meals

• Beverages including alcohol

• Experienced trail guides

• Select walking gear provided

• Luggage transferred to camp

• March to November season*

2-DAY FROM

$1490*

3-DAY FROM

$1890*

2-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $2003-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $300

HIGHLIGHTS

• Magnificent mountain top views as you stand on the edge of the Great Dividing Range

• Stay in glamping style safari tents with a view of the mountains

• Experience the height of luxury with afternoon tea at Spicers Peak Lodge

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A HIGH LEVEL OF FITNESS AND AGILITY IS REQUIRED. THE TRAIL ENCOMPASSES GRADE 3 TO GRADE 5 TRAILS AND IS REFERRED TO AS MODERATE TO HARD.

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INCLUSIONS

• Unique Spicers accommodation each night

• All nourishing meals

• Beverages including alcohol

• Experienced trail guides

• Walking gear provided or bring your own

• Daily porterage

• Small groups of max. 12

• Year round departures*

5-DAY FROM

$3390*

7-DAY FROM

$4880*

5-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $15007-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $1700

HELICOPTER TRANSFER FINISH YOUR 5 DAY SCENIC RIM TRAIL IN STYLE. SEE THE TRAIL FROM A BIRD’S EYE VIEW FROM $500 PER PERSON*

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DAY ONE - SPICERS HIDDEN VALE

• Meet and greet at Spicers Hidden Vale for lunch

• Take a tour of the Wildlife Centre before joining a Koala Safari

• Enjoy a group dinner tonight

DAY TWO - TO SPICERS MOUNT MISTAKE FARMHOUSE

• Transfer to the trailhead and ascend the Mistake Mountain Range

• Climb the infamous ladder - 18.5m vertical height and 22.7m long

DAY THREE - TO SPICERS AMPHITHEATRE ECO CABINS

• Wake early for sunrise before crossing over into the National Park

DAY FOUR - TO SPICERS TIMBER GETTERS ECO CABINS

• Spend the day beneath the canopy walking through the rainforest

• Take a moment to rest by the calm waters of Dalrymple Creek

DAY FIVE - TO SPICERS HIDDEN PEAKS CABINS

• Return to the edge of the ancient volcano and take in stunning views

• Celebration dinner held this evening

DAY SIX AND SEVEN - SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS

• Those continuing on will join the two-day trail and enjoy two nights at Spicers Canopy Luxury Tents

On the five and seven-day walks you will ascend the dramatic peaks, ridges and escarpments of the Main Range National Park from the Mistake Mountains in the north to Cunningham’s Gap in the south.

Spend each night in a unique eco camp and at the end of each day be welcomed with a cool beverage and hot shower, all while experiencing the relaxed luxury service Spicers is renowned for.

If you are an avid walker and want to experience the Scenic Rim Trail end-to-end, then the seven-day walk is just for you.

HIGHLIGHTS

• World Heritage Gondwana Rainforest encounter

• Unique architecturally  designed eco cabins 

• World-class walking trails

PER PERSONTWIN SHARE

PER PERSONTWIN SHARE

Trail routes are subject to change depending on weather and environment

A HIGH LEVEL OF FITNESS AND AGILITY IS REQUIRED. THE TRAIL ENCOMPASSES GRADE 3 TO GRADE 5 TRAILS AND IS REFERRED TO AS MODERATE TO HARD.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 13 77 42 OR VISIT SCENICRIMTRAIL.COM

*Trail routes and walking season are subject to change. Prices quoted are valid for travel from 1 Jan 2021 for the walk season and are subject

to availability and may be varied without notice. Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes, levies and government charges current at the time of

publication. Set departures for the walks are in place, with additional exclusive group departures available on request. The two and three-day

walks depart on a Friday, the five-day walks depart on a Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and the seven-day walks depart on a Sunday. To see our

full terms and conditions go to spicersretreats.com/scenic-rim-trail/tcs. SPI1366

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