Packing List

Please note winters can be very cold and some months very hot, please pack to the conditions and don’t underestimate Queensland winter in the mountains, come prepared.

Water bottles / bladders with minimum 2.5L and 3L during the warmer months.

Day backpack with waist belt minimum 23l size, running vests are not suitable.

Suitable multi-day hiking pack if carrying your gear.

Quality rain jacket.

Head torch.

Please note hiking poles will be provided if you don’t have your own.

  • Hiking shoes with good grip worn regularly & recently
  • Inside shoes for camp
  • Thongs / flip flops for communal showers (optional)
  • Lightweight long pants
  • Lightweight sleeved shirts
  • Fleece jumper
  • Warm, lightweight, insulated jacket (puffer jacket)
  • Comfortable evening wear (perfectly acceptable to wear the same outfit nightly)
  • PJ’s, underwear and suitable socks
  • Thermals, gloves, beanie, buff/scarf, winter PJ’s (come prepared for all conditions)

Pack your swimmers if you are staying at Spicers Canopy, Spicers Peak Lodge or Spicers Hidden Vale.

If you are carrying all your gear, ensure you have a second jumper for camp in case in case you get wet on trail.

If you are travelling in winter please come prepared for the cold to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss
  • Hairbrush and hair ties
  • Deodorant
  • Lip balm
  • Chafe cream
  • Sanitary items
  • Personal medications
  • Phone charger
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Cooling neck towel for warmer months
  • Binoculars
  • Gaiters
  • Plastic bag or dry bag for dirty clothes

If your luggage is being ported, we recommend a water-resistant duffel style luggage bag with a maximum weight of 12kg.

Bags are transported in the back of open vehicles and will get dusty so please bring a suitable bag. One bag per person – please don’t double up unless together your single bag weighs max. 12kg.

Bags need to be no more than 12kg for workplace health and safety for our team members.

Examples:

Caribee Kokoda 65l

Denali 60l Duffel

If you are carrying your gear and not opting for luggage porterage, we assume you’ve done this before but if not here are some recommendations:

Pack: If you don’t have a multi-day hiking pack, go to a hiking store, get properly fitted and buy one with a rain cover

Training: with your pack (full of your gear) is critical, you must be prepared

Weight: Minimalist approach – pack light, the lighter the better

Dry bags: Pack all your gear in dry bags to protect from heavy rain

Water: 1 litre of water weighs 1 kilo and you’ll need 2.5L – 3L so factor this into your weight

Provided items: Lunch box, trail mix, coffee cup weighs approx. 800g

Clothing tips

1 or 2 pairs of pants for hiking, wearing the same pants daily is common practice

1 set of evening clothes for the duration of your trip including a second jumper in case you get wet on trail

Light weight and quick dry are key

If you want to wash your clothes please use the body wash provided as we have sensitive septic systems

Refer to packing list above for the rest.