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Millions of years in the making - 2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES - Spicers Retreats
2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES

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Millions of years in the making - 2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES - Spicers Retreats
QUEENSLAND
                                                                                          BRISBANE
                                                                                           AIRPORT

                                                                                                GOLD
                                                                                               COAST
                                                                                              AIRPORT

EXPLORE UNDISCOVERED PARTS OF QUEENSLAND                                                                                                                                       MAIN LODGE AT SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS

WHILE EXPERIENCING SPICERS’ RELAXED                                              NEW SOUTH WALES
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                  START OF
                                                                                        SPICERS HIDDEN VALE
                                                                     THE TRAIL
awe-inspiring views as you traverse the Scenic Rim,                                          - NIGHT 1

and all within one and a half hours of Brisbane.
Born out of a desire to showcase the best of the                   SPICERS
Australian bush with sustainability at the forefront            MOUNT MISTAKE
                                                                  - NIGHT 2
and relaxed luxury as its defining difference, it has
been Jude’s vision to share this landscape with
the world.

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

                                                                                                                  THE HISTORY                           built within the Main Range National    and three-day walks continuing
                                                              SPICERS                                             In the late 1990s owners Jude         Park. The submission was approved       to depart from Spicers Canopy
                                                           AMPHITHEATRE                                                                                 and after many years of planning,       Luxury Tents.
                                                             - NIGHT 3                                            and Graham ‘Skroo’ Turner (Flight
                                                                                                                  Centre founder) purchased two         ecological studies and offsite
                                                                                                                                                                                                Pack-free walking means luggage
                                                                SPICERS
                                                                                                                  large farming properties an hour’s    construction, the extended trail
                                                            TIMBER GETTERS                                                                                                                      is transferred daily with guests only
                                                               - NIGHT 4                                          drive apart, with the Main Range      opened in June 2020.
                                                                                                                                                                                                carrying a daypack.
                                                                                                                  National Park residing in between.    As one of the largest ecotourism
                                                                                                     BRISBANE                                                                                   As an all-inclusive experience guests
                                                                         MAIN RANGE
                                                                                                      110KM                                             ventures ever to open in Queensland,
                                                                        NATIONAL PARK                  1H 30M     It has long been Jude’s dream to                                              can relax knowing that everything
                                                                                                                                                        the extended Scenic Rim Trail is
                                                                                                     GOLD COAST
                                                                                                                  join the two, and there was born                                              is taken care of.
                                                                                                       135KM                                            set to be a global sensation.
                                                                                                                  the idea of the Scenic Rim Trail.
                                                                                                          2H                                            The walk covers 60 kilometres of        For people who love the outdoors
                                                                                                                  The trail first opened in 2009        walking trails and is Queensland’s      and enjoy a touch of bush luxury
                                                                      CUNNINGHAMS GAP
                                                                           770M                                   with a three-day walk based out       only inclusion in the Great Walks       the Spicers Scenic Rim Trail is
                                                                                                                  of Spicers Canopy Luxury Tents, a     of Australia collection.                a must.
                                                        SPICERS CANOPY                                            stunning eco glamping campsite that
                                                         LUXURY TENTS
                                                          - NIGHT 6 & 7                                           is now home to the two-day walk.      THE EXPERIENCE
                                                                                            SPICERS HIDDEN
                                                                                             PEAKS CABINS         In 2011, the Queensland               Small groups of up to 12 walkers will
                                                                        SPICERS PEAK           - NIGHT 5
                                                                       NATURE REFUGE                              Government released a public          join expert guides as they venture
                                                          SPICERS PEAK LODGE                                      request for ecotourism ventures.      on foot through one of Australia’s
                                                         (LUXURY RECOVERY ADD-ON)
                                                                                                                  Spicers submitted a proposal for      most unique landscapes.
                                                                                                                  an extended Scenic Rim Trail          Travellers can choose the length,
                                                                                                                  that would connect the two farms      with the five and seven-day walks
    JUDE TURNER, FOUNDER
    SPICERS RETREATS AND SPICERS SCENIC RIM TRAIL                                                                 creating a seven-day walk with two    both encompassing the new trail
                                                                                                                  state of the art eco camps to be      and accommodation, and the two
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Millions of years in the making - 2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES - Spicers Retreats
SPICERS SCENIC RIM TRAIL 2/3-DAY
                                                                           This unique adventure begins in the foothills of South East Queensland’s
                                                                           Main Range National Park, famous for its stunning collection of peaks,                                             HIGHLIGHTS
                                                                           ridges, forests and ancient volcanic plateaus.                                                                     • Magnificent mountain top views
                                                                           Our experienced guides will lead you through a region of more than 30,000                                            as you stand on the edge of the
                                                                           hectares of parkland, state forests and national parks. Combined with                                                Great Dividing Range
                                                                           Spicers Peak Station, a 2,000 hectare private nature refuge.                                                       • Stay in glamping style safari tents
                                                                                                                                                                                                with a view of the mountains
                                                                           You’ll enjoy exploring the unique Australian landscape and will have a rare
                                                                           opportunity to stand among World Heritage Listed Gondwana Rainforest.                                              • Experience the height of
                                                                                                                                                                                                luxury with afternoon tea at
                                                                           If you are new to multi-day walking or are short on time, our two and three-
                                                                                                                                                                                                Spicers Peak Lodge
                                                                           day walks are ideal.

                                                                           DAY ONE - SPICERS TRAILHEAD TO SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS
                                                                                                                                                                                               INCLUSIONS
                                                                           •      Meet and greet before transferring to the start of the walk
                                                                                                                                                                                               • Stay at Spicers Canopy
                                                                           •      Delight in stunning views as you traverse The Great Dividing Range                                             Luxury Tents
                                                                           •      Cross into the Nature Refuge and learn about conservation initiatives                                        • All chef prepared meals
                                                                           •      Arrive into camp for afternoon tea and a soak in the hot tub                                                 • Beverages including alcohol
                                                                                                                                                                                               • Experienced trail guides
                                                                           DAY TWO - SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS TO SPICERS PEAK LODGE
                                                                                                                                                                                               • Select walking gear provided
                                                                           •      Wake early and watch the sunrise over the mountains
                                                                                                                                                                                               • Luggage transferred to camp
                                                                           •      As you walk, relax and immerse yourself in nature                                                            • March to November season*
                                                                           •      Enjoy afternoon tea at Spicers Peak Lodge before returning to camp
                                                                                                                                                                                               2-DAY FROM

                                                                                                                                                                                               $1490
                                                                                  for the night
MOUNT MITCHELL SUMMIT
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  *   PER PERSON
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      TWIN SHARE
                                                                           EXTENDED 3-DAY EXPERIENCE
                                                                           •      3-days / 3-nights operating on select departure dates                                                        3-DAY FROM

                                                                                                                                                                                               $1890              *   PER PERSON
                                                                           •      Includes an additional guided walk                                                                                                  TWIN SHARE
                                                                           •      Savor a chef prepared dinner before enjoying a night cap by
                                                                                  the fireplace                                                                                                2-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $200
                                                                                                                                                                                               3-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $300

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            SPICERS PEAK LODGE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            ELEVATION 1125M
                                                                           ELEVATION MAP

                                                                                                                                                              SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS
                                                                                                                 ELEVATION 816M
                                                                                                                 MT MATHIESON
                                                                                     ELEVATION 650M
                                                                           1200

                                                                                     START OF TRAIL
                                                                           1100

                                                                                                                                                              ELEVATION 650M
                                                                                                                                          MILLAR VALE CREEK
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                                                                                                           12KM • 6.5 HOURS                                                                 13.6KM • 8 HOURS
THE FIREPIT AT SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS   SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS            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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Millions of years in the making - 2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES - Spicers Retreats
SPICERS SCENIC RIM TRAIL 5/7-DAY
                                                         On the five and seven-day walks you will ascend the dramatic peaks,
                                                         ridges and escarpments of the Main Range National Park from the                                                                                                               HIGHLIGHTS
                                                         Mistake Mountains in the north to Cunningham’s Gap in the south.                                                                                                              • World Heritage Gondwana
                                                         Spend each night in a unique eco camp and at the end of each day be                                                                                                             Rainforest encounter
                                                         welcomed with a cool beverage and hot shower, all while experiencing the                                                                                                      • Unique architecturally
                                                         relaxed luxury service Spicers is renowned for.                                                                                                                                 designed eco cabins

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

                                                         DAY ONE - SPICERS HIDDEN VALE                                                                                                                                                    INCLUSIONS
                                                         •      Meet and greet at Spicers Hidden Vale for lunch                                                                                                                           • Unique Spicers accommodation
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            each night
                                                         •      Take a tour of the Wildlife Centre before joining a Koala Safari
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • All nourishing meals
                                                         •      Enjoy a group dinner tonight
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Beverages including alcohol
                                                         DAY TWO - TO SPICERS MOUNT MISTAKE FARMHOUSE                                                                                                                                     • Experienced trail guides
                                                         •      Transfer to the trailhead and ascend the Mistake Mountain Range                                                                                                           • Walking gear provided or bring
                                                         •      Climb the infamous ladder - 18.5m vertical height and 22.7m long                                                                                                            your own
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Daily porterage
                                                         DAY THREE - TO SPICERS AMPHITHEATRE ECO CABINS                                                                                                                                   • Small groups of max. 12
                                                         •      Wake early for sunrise before crossing over into the National Park                                                                                                        • Year round departures*
                                                         DAY FOUR - TO SPICERS TIMBER GETTERS ECO CABINS                                                                                                                                  5-DAY FROM

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          $3390                          *      PER PERSON
                                                         •      Spend the day beneath the canopy walking through the rainforest
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                TWIN SHARE

SPICERS TIMBER GETTERS ECO CABINS                        •      Take a moment to rest by the calm waters of Dalrymple Creek
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          7-DAY FROM
                                                         DAY FIVE - TO SPICERS HIDDEN PEAKS CABINS

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          $4880                           *     PER PERSON
                                                         •      Return to the edge of the ancient volcano and take in stunning views                                                                                                                                            TWIN SHARE

                                                         •      Celebration dinner held this evening
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          5-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $1500
                                                         DAY SIX AND SEVEN - SPICERS CANOPY LUXURY TENTS                                                                                                                                  7-DAY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - $1700

                                                         •      Those continuing on will join the two-day trail and enjoy two nights
                                                                at Spicers Canopy Luxury Tents
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          HELICOPTER TRANSFER
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          FINISH YOUR 5 DAY SCENIC RIM TRAIL
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          IN STYLE. SEE THE TRAIL FROM A BIRD’S
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          EYE VIEW FROM $500 PER PERSON*

                                                         ELEVATION MAP

                                                                                                                                                                                                          SYLVESTER’S LOOKOUT
                                                                                                                                                                                SPICERS AMPHITHEATRE

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 SPICERS TIMBER GETTERS
                                                                                                                  SPICERS MOUNT MISTAKE

                                                                                                                                                                                                          ELEVATION 1064M
                                                                                                                                                            BLACKFELLOW CREEK

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              ELEVATION 1169M

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SPICERS HIDDEN PEAKS
                                                                                                                                                                                ELEVATION 900M

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     CUNNINGHAMS GAP
                                                                                                                  ELEVATION 900M

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 ELEVATION 890M
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                DALRYMPLE CREEK
                                                                                                                                            CHUTE LOOKOUT

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     ELEVATION 770M
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              BARE ROCK
                                                                                             THORNTON VIEW 300M
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                                                                                                   10KM • 7 HRS                           18KM • 8 HRS                                                 16KM • 8 HRS                                       16KM • 8 HRS
DISCOVERING ANCIENT FORESTS         MT CORDEAUX SUMMIT            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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                                                         Trail routes are subject to change depending on weather and environment
Millions of years in the making - 2021 GUIDED WALKING ADVENTURES - Spicers Retreats
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 13 77 42
                                 OR VISIT SCENICRIMTRAIL.COM
                           FACEBOOK facebook.com/spicersscenicrimtrail                    INSTAGRAM @scenicrimtrail

*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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