Southern Queensland SUPERYACHT GUIDE

BRISBANE DAY TRIPS • AFLOAT AND ASHORE

Spectacular views from Cunningham’s Gap, through which the highway climbs into Main Range National Park to reach Spicers Peak Lodge just to the south.

Ashore: scenic peaks, ancient rainforests

The Scenic Rim flanks Brisbane to the west and south. Its relatively flat basin is rimmed by old volcanic mountain ranges. visitscenicrim.com.au Spicers Peak Lodge at Maryvale stands atop one of the mountains in the Main Range National Park , a World Heritage ancient rainforest. At 1,100 metres above sea level, this discretely tucked- away luxury retreat with only 12 guest rooms offers day visitors award-winning gourmet experiences while taking in stunning views over the mountain ranges. spicersretreats.com/retreats/

Spicers Hidden Vale is also in the Scenic Rim area and is a larger retreat hotel in the Lockyer Valley at Grandchester.

It is from here that the Scenic Rim Trail starts for either a two-day or five-day walk accompanied by a guide. Available in the winter months between March to November, the walks through the stunning natural rainforests are led by world-class guides. Accommodation when overnighting in the bush is pure glamping style in deluxe tents or eco cabins complete with every necessity. More information on the walks is available on the Spicers website . spicersretreats.com/scenic-rim- trail/2-day-walk tinyurl.com/y2st2utw

Set on over 4,000 hectares, its focus is more on outdoor activities, including a Koala Safari and bushwalks in the native rainforest. spicersretreats.com/retreats/

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Spicers Peak Lodge is one of the Luxury Lodges of Australia . Access is by road or air. Advance bookings essential. luxurylodgesofaustralia.com.au

Brisbane

To visit either of the Spicers Retreats, book a private helicopter service from Brisbane Airport or Archerfield Airport and take in remarkable views of Brisbane and beyond en route .

Alternatively, arrange chauffeur-driven transport through a corporate car company with experience in servicing superyacht guests and with high-end vehicles available. Ask for Selwyn.

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