Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim

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.

START & END POINT LOCATION & TIME
The 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 SUPPLEMENT
A 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 LIMIT
Due 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.

LUGGAGE
Be ready to manage your own luggage, including loading it on and off our vehicle and taking it from the car park to and from our accommodation in each location. We recommend no more than 20kg for your main luggage in a soft-sided bag and no more than 7kg for your day pack. 

Below are some essential items for this trip. Check online for the expected weather to ensure you pack appropriately for the time of year you are travelling.

ESSENTIAL ITEMS:
- Day-pack - with a thick waist strap to help take some weight off your shoulders. In wet weather, a waterproof cover or a bin bag to wrap your belongings in can be handy
- Shorts/long pants and shirts for walking - as many sets as you wish! Quick-dry material is best,
especially for trousers. Don't wear jeans walking.
- Socks - whichever thickness you're comfortable walking in and as many pairs as you like
- Boots/shoes for walking (make sure you wear them in well - see note on footwear below)
- Water shoes or thongs/flip flops for creek crossings (your leader will advise on which days these are required)
- Windcheater or lightweight jumper for walking
- Waterproof jacket
- Sun protection - hat (secure fitting and/or with chin strap), sun cream, sun glasses
- Casual clothes for evenings
- Any preferred first aid supplies - such as your favourite blister treatment! (Your guide will carry a
full first-aid kit)
- Water bottle/s or camelback - 3 litre capacity

OPTIONAL ITEMS:
- Waterproof pants. Some people love them and some hate them - personally, we don't wear them
too often, but there have been times where they have been invaluable, especially when that chilly
southern wind is blowing.
- Camera and charger/batteries
- Gaiters for snake bite protection are recommended unless you are wearing long pants and long
socks. They're also good for keeping dirt out of your shoes.
- Sandals for relaxing at the accommodation at the end of the day
- Small towel to carry during the day (to dry feet or for after a swim)
- Walking poles (will save your knees 30% less pressure!)
- Torch/headlamp (can be handy when twin sharing for getting up at night)

VALUABLES
Try to avoid bringing unnecessary valuables with you on holiday. Take a photo of all important documents (tickets, passport, vaccination certificate etc to keep on your phone). 

WATER BOTTLE
Refillable water bottle minimum 2 litres

MORE!
If you need some further tips for packing, you can always check out our ultimate packing list., https://www.intrepidtravel.com/packing-list

Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane, 23 Leichhardt St, Brisbane, AUSTRALIA

Alternate Joining Point

From Brisbane Airport (airport code BNE), your best option is to take the Airtrain to Roma Street Railway Station or any train towards Varsity Lakes to Brisbane Central Station. You can use your contactless card for payment, or you can buy a single paper ticket. The journey takes about 20 to 25 minutes and trains depart frequently. From Roma Street Station it is a 10 minute walk to the hotel, taking the back exit at Roma Street. From Brisbane Central it is a 15 minute walk. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or Uber from the airport directly to the hotel in approximately 25 minutes (depending on traffic).

Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane, 23 Leichhardt St, Brisbane, AUSTRALIA

Alternate Finish Point

Breakfasts included: 4

Lunches included: 2

Dinners included: 1

PICNIC LUNCHES
Most lunches on this trip are taken in a scenic spot during the day's walk. Check the Itinerary for which days lunch is included. These meals are typically a sandwich or wrap and fruit. You're welcome to bring additional snacks; muesli bars, dried fruit and nuts all make great hiking snacks. If you have dietary requirements and/or food allergies, please let your booking agent know prior to departure.

While we always endeavour to provide the best possible holiday experience, due to the nature of travel and the areas we visit sometimes things can and do go wrong. Should any issue occur while you are on your trip, it is imperative that you discuss this with your group leader or local representative straight away so that they can do their best to rectify the problem and save any potential negative impact on the rest of your trip.

We recognise that there may be times when your group leader or local representative may not be able to resolve a situation to your satisfaction - if this is the case, please ask the group leader or local representative to speak to their direct manager.

You may also choose to provide details in your online feedback, which we ask you to complete within 30 days of the end of your trip. Please do be aware that it is very difficult for us to provide any practical help after the trip is completed, so informing us while still travelling will give us the opportunity to resolve the issue in real-time.

For general contact details please use the following page: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/contact-us

In case of a genuine crisis or emergency, you can reach our local office on the numbers below:

1300 544 882 or +61 8 6219 5164

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.

Your accommodation at Mt Barney (days 3 & 4) will be in an eco-conscious homestead converted from a historic1900s 'Queenslander' farmhouse. This is not a hotel in the traditional sense, so you will be sharing basic facilities with other guests at the property. While you may have to forgo modern facilities during your time here you will be in the middle of nature with beautiful views of the mountain ranges. If you have booked a single supplement please remember that the nights at the homestead are excluded. Instead you will be sharing a room with another member of your group.