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Walk Queensland’s Scenic Rim

Walk Queensland’s Scenic Rim

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Description

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, 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.

Trip Name
Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
5
Capacity
11
Highlights
  • 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 at the Yellow Pinch Reserve where you’ll learn about Mt Barney from the Land’s Traditional Owners and connect with Country using Aboriginal ideas.
  • Wind your way up Mount Cordeaux 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.

Itinerary

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk., ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL EXPERIENCES & COMMUNITIES First Nations people have complex community obligations, and at times activities or experiences may be cancelled at late notice due to cultural commitments. In the case that we are unable to include planned activities with First Nations communities, we will endeavour to find a suitable alternative in the same or another destination on your trip.

Day 1 - Brisbane
Welcome to Australia’s Scenic Rim! Your adventure begins in Brisbane or Meeanjin, in the language of the Turrbal people, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Brisbane is now located. You’ll be picked up at 9.30 am this morning by your leader before hitting the road towards Lamington National Park. 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 around the Green Mountains. As you walk, see the Wishing Tree, Moonlight Crag, Balancing Rock and Moran’s Falls and learn about the area’s history and landscape from your leader. This evening, maybe watch the sunset from the deck, then maybe join your group for dinner and chat about the day’s discoveries.
Day 2 - Mt Barney
Fill up on breakfast, lace up your hiking boots and set off on the Box Forest Circuit. Walk through strands of pink-barked brush box, see the Darragumai Falls and Tullerigumai Falls and stop at the beautiful Elabana Falls. In spring, look for delicate white flowers of box orchids. If there’s time, maybe set off on a tree top walk or continue your hike to the botanical gardens. Later head to your next accommodation in the Boonah Valley.
Day 3 - Mt Barney
Travel to Mount Cordeaux (Niamboyoo), stopping along the way to buy 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. Along the way, listen out for the call of the Albert’s lyrebird and look for red spear lillies. Later, check into your accommodation – an eco-conscious homestead converted from a typical 1900s 'Queenslander' farmhouse with mountain views. In the late afternoon, maybe walk to a lookout point and watch the sunset over Mount Barney.
Day 4 - Mt Barney
After breakfast, join a First Nations guide for a Smoking Ceremony and cultural walk in the Yellow Pinch Reserve. Learn about Mt Barney from the land’s Traditional Custodians before heading to Mount Barney (Boogarah Boogarah/Kaieee) this afternoon. When you arrive, 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 barbecue dinner on the homestead grounds – a great way to celebrate the last night of your trip!
Day 5 - Brisbane
This morning, head 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 and look down to see collections of unusual fungi – be sure to look up to see strangler figs and piccabeen palm trees. Return to Brisbane in the afternoon, where your adventure comes to an end at approximately 4 pm. If you’d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
19-04-202623-04-2026AUD $ 2,395-
10-05-202614-05-2026AUD $ 2,395-
14-06-202618-06-2026AUD $ 2,395-
12-07-202616-07-2026AUD $ 2,395-
26-07-202630-07-2026AUD $ 2,395-
09-08-202613-08-2026AUD $ 2,395-
23-08-202627-08-2026AUD $ 2,395-
06-09-202610-09-2026AUD $ 2,395-
13-09-202617-09-2026AUD $ 2,395-
11-10-202615-10-2026AUD $ 2,395-
15-11-202619-11-2026AUD $ 2,395-
18-04-202722-04-2027AUD $ 2,515-
09-05-202713-05-2027AUD $ 2,515-
13-06-202717-06-2027AUD $ 2,515-
11-07-202715-07-2027AUD $ 2,590-
25-07-202729-07-2027AUD $ 2,590-
08-08-202712-08-2027AUD $ 2,590-
22-08-202726-08-2027AUD $ 2,590-
05-09-202709-09-2027AUD $ 2,590-
12-09-202716-09-2027AUD $ 2,590-
10-10-202714-10-2027AUD $ 2,515-
14-11-202718-11-2027AUD $ 2,515-

Accommodation

Motel (2 nights), Lodge (2 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle

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