Enlightening new itinerary for the Scenic Rim Trail in Queensland
As a walking adventure that has been millions of years in the making, the new Scenic Rim Trail by Spicers is truly a one of a kind experience.
The revised itinerary is now a three day, three night walk, led by expert guides through the dramatic high country of Queensland, taking in trails rich with history and majestic views.
Hiking between 6.5km-15km per day, walking highlights include the summits of Mt Mitchell and Spicers Peak, glimpsing rare and endangered flora and fauna as well as exploring the cool depths of the rainforest aside Millavale Creek.
New activities include stargazing at night, bush poetry and a very special Aboriginal cultural encounter with a member of the local Ugarapul Tribe on the afternoon of day two, whereby you will have the opportunity to experience a smoke signalling ceremony, boomerang and spear throwing as well as trying your hand at making traditional Aboriginal instruments and art.
For those of you who have been eyeing off the incredible glamping accommodation on this walk, don’t despair, all three nights are complete at Spicers Canopy with a luxurious tent, great food, wine and of course time out with fellow walkers around the iconic fire pit that is sure to lull you into a true state of relaxation at the end of a breathtaking day.
With all this on offer and more the new Scenic Rim Trail is definitely one for the bucket list!
With walks departing between March – November, find out full details of the itinerary or see the next departure date here.
Fast facts – Scenic Rim Trail by Spicers
3 day/3 night walking experience
Weekly departures, season runs from March – October
Total distance: 34.5km
Accessed from Brisbane with transfers included (or self-drive)
Accommodation: lodge based experience, glamping at Spicers Canopy
Inclusions: accommodation, transfers, food and wine, guides, experiences, loan of backpack, hiking poles and rain jacket
It will surely be a memorable July school holidays on The Arkaba Walk for families in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, with family time at Arkaba.
There’s nothing as rejuvenating as time in fresh air for children and adults alike. And on this child friendly departure of The Arkaba Walk, this is only the start of what’s on offer for the perfect family retreat.
When you join one of two Arkaba Walk departures (3 – 6 July and 12 – 15 July) dedicated just for families these July school holidays, your children travel free. That’s a savings of $2,500 per child!
Like a book coming to life, the expert guides from the Wild Bush Luxury team will draw on 600 million years of history to share Arkaba’s remarkable conservation story and inspired tales from the bush, guaranteed to have your children spellbound.
Sleeping in the very cool signature star-gazing beds offers further opportunity to share enlighten moments and ponder your place in the world, no doubt sparking conversations that both you and your kids will continue to talk about long after you’re back at home.
Plus to top it all off, we will host your family in decadence, with delicious kid friendly South Australian food (and stunning wines for the grownups!), ensuring your family will be sufficiently charged and ready to explore this magical land.
If you’re searching for a holiday that can deliver on quality family time and develop a deeper connection for a lifetime, make it The Arkaba Walk this July.
For more details on this exclusive walking opportunity contact arkabawalk@wildbushluxury.com
$2,500 per person, twin-share all-inclusive. Up to two children aged between 8-16 years free of charge with compliments of Wild Bush Luxury when travelling with two adults.
As Murray River Walk guests spread the news about their fantastic experience, the popularity of this relatively new walk is ever increasing. In light of this we’re excited to announce that more departure dates have been set for 2019.
For the 2019 season, the Murray River Walk in South Australia will introduce twice weekly departures. These departure dates, from May-September 2019, are now available to book.
The Murray River Walk covers 40km of easy walking over three days in an intimate journey, enabling a deeper connection and understanding of the Murray River.
Like all Great Walks of Australia, The Murray River Walk guides are at the heart of the walking experience and their passion for the river is infectious. Guests often comment on how much knowledge is able to be acquired in such an effortless and enjoyable manner.
The nature of these small walking groups also enables the guides to provide comprehensive and tailored information and for guests to have time to build friendships with like-minded people, over the leisurely pace of the walk.
With the addition of sophisticated catering, luxurious accommodation in a house boat and not to forget, some very fine South Australian wine, the growing popularity of this unique Great Walk of Australia is testament enough in itself.
Take the time to find out more – view full itinerary details or make an enquiry into 2019 departure dates here.
Congratulations to our Great Walks of Australia members who had success at their respective state events last year and progressed through to the National finals of the Qantas Australia Tourism Awards (QATA17).
Held in Perth last Friday night, our winners are still on a high from being crowned in the following categories at this prestigious awards event:
GOLD for Tasmanian Walking Company (TWC) in the Ecotourism category, also progressing to the Hall of Fame after winning this award three years running. TWC are the operators of Cradle Mountain Huts Walk, Bay of Fires Lodge Walk and the new Three Capes Lodge Walk.
GOLD for The Maria Island Walk in the Tour & Transport Operator category. This is the 4th time the walk has won an award at National level in their 15 years of operation, previously winning Best Adventure Tourism operator in 2008, 2011 and 2012.
SILVER for Murray River Walk in the Ecotourism category after their first full season of operation. Congratulations on this fine achievement! #QATA17
Our full list of walk operators who went through to the finals is:
Ecotourism
Larapinta Trail by World Expeditions/Australian Walking Holidays – NT
Murray River Walk – SA
Tasmanian Walking Company – TAS
Tour and Transport Operators
The Maria Island Walk – TAS
Walk into Luxury – Cape to Cape Track and Bibbulmun Track – WA
Congratulations to all our walks – we are certainly very proud of their achievements!
Next year’s event will be held at First Basin (Cataract Gorge), Launceston, Tasmania. #QATA18 (Qantas Australian Tourism Awards)
Three Capes Lodge, the newest addition to the Great Walks of Australia Signature Collection is the new and fully-guided experience along Tasmania’s dramatic Tasman Peninsula that includes exclusive use of new luxurious and sustainable eco lodges, the only private accommodation allowed within the Tasman National Park.
The Three Capes Lodge Walk is a 4 day, 3 night walk that over 46km takes guests to the edge of the world on this southern tip of Tasmania. From Port Arthur (with transfers from Hobart), this walk starts with a boat transfer, incredible views of dolerite spires, marine and birdlife in an environment with 37,000 years of history. Forward bookings are now open for the first departure on 1 September 2018, so book today!
Each evening, walkers settle into architecturally-designed lodges and enjoy comfort in the wilderness. These purpose-built advanced off-grid lodges are discreetly positioned off the trail, with their design responding to contours of the land. Hot showers, generous lounge areas and plush pillows on comfortable beds await hikers at the end of each day. Along with a showcase of Tasmania’s finest regional food and wine, guests may also choose to take in a bathing or massage treatment.
GM of Tasmanian Walking Company, Heath Garratt said, “It’s great to have our newest walk recognised within the Great Walks of Australia collective. Our advance bookings for this walk are both strong and well above expectations. We look forward to walking with people from all over the world, showcasing this magnificent destination on a world class walking track.”
View the Three Capes Lodge Walk itinerary, image gallery and booking details now
Looking for a hike around the Australia Day Long Weekend? Look no further than our summer walk experiences in Tasmania and Victoria. All the walks below are 4 day/3 night experiences and include transfers to the walk start (ie from Launceston, Hobart or Melbourne).
We have some last minute availability on our #greatwalksofaustralia as below:
Tasmania
Cradle Mountains Huts Walk, Tasmania – depart 26 Jan (3 nights). One place (female twin share only). BOOK NOW.
Bay of Fires Lodge Walk, Tasmania – depart 25 Jan (3 nights). One place (female twin share only). BOOK NOW.
Freycinet Experience Walk, Tasmania – depart 26 Jan (3 nights). Six places available, plus 30 Jan departure too. BOOK NOW.
Maria Island Walk, Tasmania – depart 24 Jan (3 nights). Three spots available (twin share x 2 beds plus one male twin share). BOOK NOW.
Victoria
Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk, Victoria – depart 23 Jan (3 nights). Eight places available. Ends on Australia day, return to Melbourne. BOOK NOW.
To check out all our walks, whether dreaming or planning, this here is all you need: www.greatwalksofaustralia.com.au/walks
