Scenic Rim Walks & Backroads - Walking Holiday
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This exclusive 5-day journey in time traverses the southern mountains and valleys of Scenic Rim - from Binna Burra to O’Reilly’s, on to the Lost World Valley and Mt Barney National Park. One of Binna Burra’s founders and Australian conservationist, journalist, and author, Arthur Groom advocated for the preservation of much of the Scenic Rim Mountain ranges. We follow some of Arthur’s footsteps on half and full-day walks in the Queensland Gondwana Rainforests and see his aspirations and visions realised in World Heritage listed national parks and local community experiences. Travelling from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, we begin at Binna Burra Lodge, on the eastern side of Lamington National Park. Founded by Arthur Groom and Romeo Lahey in 1933, this lodge holds a special place in the hearts of many people, especially after surviving the September 2019 bushfires. After enjoying short introductory walks, we relax overnight in studio apartments at the Binna Burra Sky Lodges. Next morning, you have the option of walking the iconic Border Track or travelling by bus to O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat. We learn about this historic lodge and have time to bird-watch or scale their treetops walk. Continuing via Canungra and the dairy farms of the Kerry Valley, we arrive at the Lost World Valley. Staying two nights in family-owned Worendo Cottages, we explore local swimming holes or relax on the verandas admiring the incredible mountain vistas. Further west, we enjoy short walks to spectacular lookouts in Mt Barney National Park with a focus on stories of regeneration and the pioneering Collins family.
‘To a man who loved and understood the bush and found his happiness sharing it with others’. – Arthur Groom
Overview
This exclusive 5-day journey in time traverses the southern mountains and valleys of Scenic Rim - from Binna Burra to O’Reilly’s, on to the Lost World Valley and Mt Barney National Park. One of Binna Burra’s founders and Australian conservationist, journalist, and author, Arthur Groom advocated for the preservation of much of the Scenic Rim Mountain ranges. We follow some of Arthur’s footsteps on half and full-day walks in the Queensland Gondwana Rainforests and see his aspirations and visions realised in World Heritage listed national parks and local community experiences. Travelling from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, we begin at Binna Burra Lodge, on the eastern side of Lamington National Park. Founded by Arthur Groom and Romeo Lahey in 1933, this lodge holds a special place in the hearts of many people, especially after surviving the September 2019 bushfires. After enjoying short introductory walks, we relax overnight in studio apartments at the Binna Burra Sky Lodges. Next morning, you have the option of walking the iconic Border Track or travelling by bus to O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat. We learn about this historic lodge and have time to bird-watch or scale their treetops walk. Continuing via Canungra and the dairy farms of the Kerry Valley, we arrive at the Lost World Valley. Staying two nights in family-owned Worendo Cottages, we explore local swimming holes or relax on the verandas admiring the incredible mountain vistas. Further west, we enjoy short walks to spectacular lookouts in Mt Barney National Park with a focus on stories of regeneration and the pioneering Collins family.
‘To a man who loved and understood the bush and found his happiness sharing it with others’. – Arthur Groom
Highlights
- Journey Queensland’s Gondwana Rainforests of Australia to explore natural and human history
- Taste regional cuisine of Scenic Rim food producers & plunge into cool water holes
- Be guided on national park walks from ancient beech forests to hidden gorges & mountain lookouts
- Stay in historic lodges & family-owned accommodation across the southern Scenic Rim
- Follow in Arthur Groom’s footsteps, a conservationist, journalist, author & advocate of national parks
- Travel through backroads & rolling countryside from east to west
- Hear stories & visions of local pioneers to modern-day farmers, artists & wilderness protectors
Details
25 - 29 July 2022 (4 nights)
Twin share/person (starts/ends Brisbane & Gold Coast)
A$2,490
Single supplement: A$550
Note: For guests who request a single room the single supplement will be charged. For single people who prefer to share, we will try to find a suitable room-mate, but if this is not possible the single supplement surcharge will apply.
Minimum Group Size: 8 guests
Special Interest: Wildlife, Botanical, History
Walk Rating:
Easy to Moderate: 3-21km per walking day, on mostly well graded tracks. There are some moderate to challenging walks with some steeper sections or creek crossings. This tour is for anyone with a good level of fitness, and bushwalking experience. We reserve the right to be flexible with the itinerary to allow for unforeseen circumstances including weather conditions, track closures and group fitness.
Tour Itinerary

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Enjoy the surrounds of O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat
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Discover the Lost World Valley
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Stay in historic lodges, including Binna Burra Mountain Lodge
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Experience Lamington and Mt Barney National Parks in the Scenic Rim
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Learn from local conservationists at Wild mountains Education Centre
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