Set in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range behind the Gold Coast, surrounded by World Heritage listed National Parks, the Scenic Rim region of South East Queensland is renowned for its spectacular natural beauty and environmental significance.

The region’s unique pairing of dramatic scenery with luxury wilderness accommodation and incredible local food and wine has cemented the Scenic Rim as one of Australia's premier destinations for gourmet walking experiences.

Spend your days walking alongside volcanic mountains, sheer escarpments and ancient Gondwana rainforests teeming with native flora and fauna, stopping to savour panoramic scenery, gourmet cuisine and world-class hospitality each night.

Take a look at our outstanding Scenic Rim Walk and join us as we discover the beauty of this untouched and uncrowded wilderness region.

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Find your South East Queensland trip

South East Queensland highlights

 

Why travel with us

Exceptional Leadership

As our client feedback will attest to, there is no better team of leaders than those at Australian Walking Holidays. Their expertise & knowledge is matched only by their friendly nature and their desire to impart everything they know about the Australian landscape to you.

Small Groups

We think small is good; it limits the environmental impact and allows you to forge life-long friendships with like-minded travellers. Feedback from our clients attests to the appeal of the small group dynamic – our clients say it's this that makes it special.

Your Comfort

The best available food, warmth and shelter is standard on our active wilderness holidays, with selected character lodgings as well as quality camp craft and equipment. This ensures that you have the most rewarding and memorable experience.

Responsible travel

 

Sustainable Travel

Sustainable travel is at the core of everything we do, which is why have policies in place to ensure destinations retain their natural character and cultural diversity. Environmental values filter through every aspect of the company, from the minimal impact camping procedures through to the interpretation of environment. The aim is to give you big adventures while we maintain a small footprint!

Accommodation

Luxury tented camp, Scenic Rim

The perfect antidote to the stress and pressure of city living, a luxurious safari-style camping escape in the heart of the Queensland’s naturally beautiful Scenic Rim region just two hours' drive from Brisbane. Surrounded by 5000 acres of private nature refuge, the exclusive luxury permanent camp offers an unforgettable eco-tourism experience that sets hearts and minds free and sends spirits soaring.

Luxury tented camp, Scenic Rim

Ten tastefully appointed, safari-style, luxury tents. A welcoming, communal space with a stone fireplace, polished floors and a large central table, custom-made for the sharing of the day’s stories and gourmet dishes. Private bathrooms with steaming hot, solar-heated water. This exclusive camp is perfect for those who like their adventure with all the comforts of home. Each tent features King size or twin beds with fine linens, polished floorboards, luxurious armchairs, bedside tables with lamps and a covered deck with deckchairs.

Feather pillows, Bemboka throws & blankets, Lather amenities, Complimentary WiFi

Climate

South East Queensland enjoys a subtropical climate. Treks operate during the cooler winter months. Weather can vary from warm days (up to 30 degrees C) to cool nights including occasional frosts in June and July.

Walkers should be prepared for a chance of rain any time of year.

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