GENERAL INFO
The Gold Coast Hinterland Walk connects the Lamington and Springbrook Plateaus together via the Numinbah Valley. You’ll generally progress in a west to east direction with some circuit walks ensuring you experience the best of this ancient and spectacular landscape.
Starting and finishing on plateaus means there are some reasonably steep descents and gradual climbs. The highest point of the work is a little under 1200m above sea level.
You can expect to walk on a variety of distinct, well-marked, well-maintained tracks. Some rough track surfaces have exposed roots, steep grades, sets of steps and creek crossings and require extra care. However, walking under the sun-dappled shade of the canopy is always delightful.
You’ll be walking an average of about 15km each day, compared to the longer 25km day along the iconic Border Track. Mostly, you’ll walk in and out from your accommodation, meaning more time to enjoy the walk’s landscapes and scenery each day. We move your luggage ahead to your next accommodation at each stage, so all you need to carry is what you need for the day.
Please Note: For larger group bookings, on your nights in the Sky Lodges at Binna Burra, not all the bedrooms will have views overlooking the Coomera & Numinbah Valleys. The Sky Lodges we allocate will have two or three bedrooms (each with their own ensuite bathroom) and large communal living areas which open up to a spacious decking area for you to enjoy the views on. With this in mind, the rooms with a view will be allocated to the bookings that are received first. You can view a floor plan for the three bedroom Sky Lodge here.
HOW TO GET THERE
We provide and arrange all the private transfers from and back to Gold Coast hotels or the Gold Coast airport on this walk.
WEATHER
The cooler months of May to August are best as there is low humidity and the temperature is usually very pleasant for walking. It can be very warm and humid from September to November and again from March to April. Not available over the summer months of December to February.
See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.
INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
CONTACT
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.
5 DAYS
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Nyla C
I have just completed the Gold Coast Hinterland Walk, solo, as a self-guided option with Auswalks. This is my second walk with Auswalks, and totally exceeded all expectations – absolutely stunning scenery; great variety of walks and surfaces; fantastic food and accommodation that had to be seen to be believed. It was truly a trip of a lifetime – providing the peace and quiet I was after, whilst also knowing that every little detail was taken care of – all I had to do was show up and walk – or not, if I so chose! From the moment I was picked up at the Coolangatta airport, to being delivered to the Nerang Train Station at the end, I never had cause to worry about anything. The trip notes were accurate to a fault; the food was amazing and perfect for walking; and the evening accommodation really was the icing on the cake – amazing locations; superb food, and a very restful night’s sleep before the next day’s adventure. I was so delighted to have been able to do this on my own and was exactly the holiday I was after – I have returned home to NZ, refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated – and excited about planning my next walk.
Alan W
We have walked with Auswalk previously to Carnarvon Gorge and that was perfection. So too was this walk, totally living up to the high standard Auswalk offers – sublime! We look forward, without hesitation, to our next Auswalk adventure to Flinders Ranges.