Hidden Peaks: Spicers Private Walk

Frequently Asked Questions

How fit do I need to be?
You will be able to do this walk as long as you have a moderate level of fitness. The Spicers Private Walk is scheduled to allow plenty of time for photography and rest breaks.

How much weight do we carry and what do we carry?
If you follow our gear checklist your pack could be light. At Spicers Hidden Vale your guides will be available to advise you about what are essential items, Excess luggage will portaged ahead to Spicers Canopy for the end of the first day and for Spicers Peak Lodge when you arrive on day 3. (Day 2 on the 3-day walk) Neat casual clothing will be needed for dining at Spicers Peak Lodge.

How many Guests?
There will be a minimum of four walkers and a maximum of ten. We will endeavour to match the twin sharing accommodation.

About your guides?
For a large group on the Spicers Private Walking Track there will be two guides for a small group there may only be one.

About the food?
Your walk starts with a country style breakfast at Spicers Hidden Vale before you drive in the coach for about an hour to the start of the walk. Lunches are packed and carried by you each day. Breakfasts and dinners at Spicers Canopy will provide you with interesting and varied food that recognises that you are having significant exercise daily. These will also provide local produce. A limited supply of wine and beer is provided for you at the tented campsite. It is a gastronomic experience including a seven course degustation dinner menu at Spicers Peak Lodge, all meals and an open bar.

About the Accommodation?
Accommodation for Nights 1 and 2 is at Spicers Canopy in roomy purpose designed tents with full linen king size beds - either double or single. (One night only at the tents for the 3-day walk) The dining room at Spicers Canopy is well heated with both gas and an open log fire. There are two gas hot water showers and lighting in tents and dining room is by solar power. Night 3 (Night 2 on the 3-day walk) is at the luxurious award winning Spicers Peak Lodge

What are the collection options?
Collection is at our recommended Mantra on Queen Hotel (or special pick up arrangements can be made for group bookings) at 6.30am in a well appointed private coach. Those with car parking needs can park at Spicers Hidden Vale and be there independently by 8am on the morning of departure. Guests should arrive back at the collection point by 4pm on day 4.

(Day 3 on the 3-day walk)

What about car parking?
If you wish to park your car securely with us you should drive your car and park at Spicers Hidden Vale Retreat. You will need to make your own arrangements if you wish to park your car in Brisbane.

What is the cost and the inclusions?

Classic Four-Day Spicers Private Walk

$1,800 per person. The package includes:
• Departs Monday each week during the walking season (March - November)
• Three days of guided walks along the Spicers private walking track
• Three nights accommodation in well appointed tents at Spicers Canopy and the lodge, all meals and drinks, including a degustation dinner at Spicers Peak Lodge
• Personal light backpack and wet weather coat
• Return private coach from and to Brisbane.

Classic Three-Day Spicers Private Walk

$1,550 per person. The package includes:
• Departs Saturday each week during the walking season (March - November)
• Two days of guided walks along the Spicers private walking track
• Two nights accommodation in well appointed tents at Spicers Canopy and the lodge, all meals and drinks, including a degustation dinner at Spicers Peak Lodge
• Personal light backpack and wet weather coat
• Return private coach from and to Brisbane.