Self Drive
A$4995per person
The Scenic Rim is a chain of forested mountain ranges forming an expansive quarter circle ridge, that is part of the Great Dividing Range. The imposing rim of mountain ranges date back millions of years when they were created by volcanic activity. This activity caused the regions lush flora and fauna to flourish and provided fertile grounds for rainforests to prosper. The region boasts 6 National Parks with 4 of these National Parks declared World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforest of Australia areas. This 3-day pack free walk explores three of the most spectacular locations of the Scenic Rim including Main Range National Park, Moogereh Peaks National Park and the impressive Mount Barney. Exploring breathtaking mountain ridges, lush rainforests and ancient volcanic plateaus known for their breathtaking scenery this will be an unforgettable walking experience.
A Pack-Free walk
Walk with as little as your water and camera
One of the biggest drawcards of this walk is that our guests won’t be asked to carry their clothes or overnight bags for the entire walk. This is a big advantage for our guests, in that you will avoid carrying an additional 8kg or more on your back every day. With Life’s An Adventure, you will carry as little as your water bottle and camera each day!
Bunyip Scenic Rim Retreat
With stunning views over the Scenic Rim
Set on an expansive estate, the Bunyip Scenic Rim Retreat has a stunning position, located high on a hill overlooking the beautiful Scenic Rim. Guests will be able to sit on the terrace or in the magnificent lounge area with its huge gallery windows taking in the spectacular vistas. Secluded, private. This contemporary building has modern and immaculate rooms with all the creature comforts. This contemporary property features spacious and natural light, a stunning pool, as well as modern rooms featuring impeccable decor, king size bed and ensuite. The spectacular lounge area known as The Great Room features large gallery windows, natural stonework and a warm cosy fireplace to relax around with a glass of wine. This is a secluded and private place you will always remember.
Rooms are a king bed or two twin beds.
The property has a maximum of 4 rooms – taking a total of 8 guests. Additional guests can save money by staying at a nearby accommodation.
Winery Lunch
Celebratory Lunch day 3
On day 3 of our walk, enjoy a celebratory lunch at Kooroomba Vineyards and Lavender farm for a picnic lunch and wine tasting, a remarkable way to finish the day.
Local Produce
and regional wines
Our hosts have a passion for good food and their attention to meals is impeccable. You won’t find a menu the chef is always creating a unique menu based on the regional foods in season. Meals are produced with a combination of homemade, homegrown and local produce. The flavours and creativity make for memorable meals, all this accompanied by wonderful wines.
Flexible itineraries
Choose the walk to suit you
As we have two guides on this walk we are able to offer both easier and more challenging walking options for our guests catering for a range of abilities and fitness levels. (subject to groups of over 7 people).
Our CEO Guides
Chief Experience Officers
We are very proud of our guides, we call them our CEOs – Chief Experience Officers and it’s their job to ensure your tour exceeds your expectations. Each has an amazing balance of a caring attitude and amazing story-telling ability will make your tour a relaxing, fun and informative experience.
Genuinely all-inclusive
Nothing more to pay
When you travel on one of our walking tours, you won’t be asked to put your hand in your pocket for extras along the way. All meals and wine during our dinner are included in your walking tour with nothing more to pay. You won’t even be charged extra for credit card fees!
Guided walking tours of the Scenic Rim area
Meals and snacks while on tour
2 nights in superb accommodation at the Bunyip Scenic Rim Retreat
Return transfers from Brisbane
Regional boutique wine and non-alcoholic drinks served with dinner
Stay in the Scenic Rim region with 6 amazing national parks
TRAIL NOTES: 4 hours walk. 7.4kms. Moderate to steep grading. Medium. Elevation 332m.
WALK ITINERARY: Meet your guides in the hotel of the Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane at 7.45am before setting out on our adventure or alternatively drive and meet us enroute. Today the first of the regions we visit in the stunning Scenic Rim is the spectacular Mount Barney National Park. Today’s walk features magnificent scenery everywhere and you will be entranced by the bushland, crystal clear rock pools and pretty waterfalls of this area. We will visit the stunning Lower Portals. Afterwards, we head to our accommodation at the superb Mount French Lodge set high on the hill and offering stunning views of the Fassifern Valley and mountain ranges. Enjoy a superb meal featuring local produce and regional wines prepared by our hosts.
TRAIL NOTES: 4 hours with break. 10.98km. Total Climb 424m.
WALK ITINERARY: Enjoy a wonderful breakfast, featuring homegrown and local produce. Today we head to Mount Mitchell, one of two peaks on either side of Cunningham’s Gap. Along the way, you’ll see a diverse range of birdlife including hearing the wonderful sounds of the bellbirds. Stunning views from the summit provide great views of the impressive Main Range, the Moogerah Peaks and Mt Barney. Afterwards, we return to Bunyip Scenic Rim Resort for a wonderful dinner perfectly matched with regional wines.
TRAIL NOTES: 4-5 hours walking with breaks. 12.4kms. Grade: Medium Grade
WALK ITINERARY: This morning we enjoy an early breakfast before we farewell our accommodation and head out for our last walking adventure. We walk today in the north of Cunninghams Gap in the Main Range National Park. This walk has exceptional views of the Moogerah Peaks, Mt Barney and North to the Mistake Mountains, perfect for photo opportunities! Our walk starts through the stunning rainforest with moss-draped ancient trees, boulders, lush ferns and tiny outcrops of bright orange fungus. Look out for lyrebirds, lizards and fauna along the way. This part of the National Park has been included in the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. Once at the summit you’ll be rewarded with a bird’s eye view of the rugged landscape, here we will stop for lunch while soaking up the stunning views of Main Range National Park. For those who want an extra challenge, we will take an additional side trip to amazing Bare Rock which looks out over the fertile valleys of Tarome. We finish our walk with a special celebratory lunch at Kooroomba Vineyards and Lavender Farm for a celebratory picnic lunch and wine tasting. A special way to finish your walk. Afterwards, we return to Brisbane at the end of a fabulous walking adventure.
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