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Gold Coast: Evening Rainforest and Glow Worm Experience

1. Gold Coast: Evening Rainforest and Glow Worm Experience

Head out to the rainforest at night with a local guide to see nocturnal flora and fauna in the Tamborine National Park. Travel from the Gold Coast in a comfortable bus. Admire glow worms in their natural environment. Enjoy a warm drink and cake during your tour.  Get picked up from selected locations and travel to the top of the famous Tamborine Mountain. Gaze up at the starry sky and out over at the sparkling cities of the Gold Coast as you warm up with cake and a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Set out on your rainforest walk and see how this area wakes up at night. Gain insight into the unique plants and animals that call this ancient ecosystem home as you make your way through Tamborine National Park. Arrive at the waterfall where a colony of glowworms puts on a nightly display. 

Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Rainforest Day Tour

2. Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Rainforest Day Tour

Just 1.5 hours from Brisbane come and meander through the Springbrook National Park to discover the natural bridge waterfall created by underground volcanic activity, the safe haven for the glow worm population. It is an easy sealed circuit track and takes about 45 min at an easy pace, just enough to work up a sweat! 1 hour of Traveling through the beautiful countryside of the Scenic Rim you will be chauffeured to Mt Tamborine where you will have views all the way from Mt Tamborine to the Great Dividing Range. Breathtaking and different come experience the wonder of Mt Tamborine, a small village located 525 metres above sea level! We will then have a fabulous lunch at a local cafe and a brief stop for shopping on Gallery Walk. You will then take a guided tour to experience the magical world of Glow Worms by visiting The Glow Worm Cave on Tamborine Mountain, located at Cedar Creek Estate. During the tour, the knowledgeable guides will explain the lifecycle of the Glow Worm and how and why these amazing little creatures emit light. Since its opening in 2005, the glow-worms have thrived reaching over 3000 in number. Next, complete your day at the picturesque Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk attraction. Set in a magical 30 acres of privately owned rainforest beside the crystal-clear rock pools of Cedar Creek on Tamborine Mountain, Queensland, Australia. The walk departs directly from the Eco Gallery with a comprehensive array of Australian rainforest flora and fauna displays. The last self guided walk takes approximately 45 minutes at a leisurely pace when pausing to view the many points of interest and information along the way. The entire walk totals 1.5 km and is a combination of forest floor trails, 300 meters of high-tech steel bridges through the highest points of the upper canopy, and a 40-meter cantilever bridge that soars a breathtaking 30 meters above the creek and rainforest below. Sure to delight the whole family this tour is very well-rounded and sure to tick those bucket lists.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: Entry & TreeTops Challenge

3. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: Entry & TreeTops Challenge

Delight in a close encounter with Australia’s unique native wildlife at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, centrally located on the Gold Coast and just a 30-minute drive from Surfers Paradise. The Sanctuary is open from 8am to 5pm daily (except Anzac Day and Christmas Day). Located inside Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, the TreeTop Challenge will get your adrenaline pumping. Qualified supervisors are present throughout to guide adventurers and ensure their safety at all times. All you are required to bring are closed-in shoes and a daredevil attitude. Please not though, it is highly recommended to pre-book your session time by calling TreeTop Challenge once you have booked this ticket, and prior to your visit to the Sanctuary. On the day, session availability is limited and not guaranteed. Explore the 27-hectare sanctuary, home to over 1,400 Australian native animals. Meet koalas, echidnas, wombats, Tasmanian devils, kangaroos, emus, and dingoes. Hand-feed kangaroos, come face-to-face with Australia’s largest saltwater crocodile and see the free-flight bird show and Aboriginal performances. Learn about the sanctuary, and its animals at any of the 13 interactive keeper shows daily or ask one of the helpful volunteers positioned around the park. Plus, take in the beauty of this 5-hectare rainforest as you wind your way along elevated boardwalks, whilst discovering exotic wildlife. Uncover the secrets of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana and explore a forgotten world.

TreeTop Challenge: Canyon Flyer Guided Zipline Tour

4. TreeTop Challenge: Canyon Flyer Guided Zipline Tour

Imagine the rush of emotions, as you face your fears by getting way outside your comfort zone and experiencing a one in a lifetime adventure on this exhilarating zipline tour. It's a fully guided 3-hour tour, starting with a 4WD ride to the top of the mountain. A 10-minute induction from experienced guides will explain how to travel on the zipline tour. You will then spend 2.5 hours ziplining, including the return back to the original starting point. There are seven huge ziplines spanning 1.4km. This will allow you the amazing experience of gliding high above Cedar Creek Canyon multiple times before dropping into the canyon and gliding just above the treetop canopy below. Throughout the tour, friendly and experienced guides will take care of every part of your experience so you can enjoy stunning heights, awesome speeds and amazing views while zip-lining through the pristine rainforest. You will experience the unbelievable thrill of being more than 60m high and attaining speeds as fast as 70km per hour.

Gold Coast: Day Time Glow Worm Cave & Scenic Rim Luxury Tour

5. Gold Coast: Day Time Glow Worm Cave & Scenic Rim Luxury Tour

Embark on a bus tour from the Gold Coast to visit the famous Glow Worm caves on Tamborine Mountain in a daytime setting. Make the most of your luxury bus transport, ensuring a comfortable and convenient journey through the scenic landscapes of Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain. Unlike traditional glow worm tours, explore the caves during the day, elimintating the need to venture out late at night and giving you an up close perspective on the glow worms' natural habitat. Outside of the caves, marvel at the striking landscape of Tamborine Mountain National Park on a scenic drive, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings without the need for extensive walking. Stop at various scenic lookouts, enjoying photo opportunities to capture the stunning landscapes of the Scenic Rim region. Relax and refresh yourself with some free time and tuck into your morning tea at restaurants, cafes, and local eateries. Don't forget your water bottle, to taste the fresh clean water straight from the mountain. Additionally, make the most of optional experiences to enhance your visit. Choose to visit an award-winning winery for a guided tasting, with an additional cost of $10. If you have a sweet tooth, indulge in fudge tasting, which is offered for free.

Rainforests and Glow Worm Cave: Day Tour from Brisbane

6. Rainforests and Glow Worm Cave: Day Tour from Brisbane

On this full-day program from Brisbane you’ll explore the rainforests of Springbrook and Tamborine national parks. Admire the beautiful waterfalls set in a natural forest, take a walk surrounded by towering rainforest trees, and spot forest wildlife including the shy pademelons, brush turkeys, goanna, and water dragons. See the unique natural bridge with a waterfall plunging into the cave below. Tamborine offers a chance for a break to explore the arts and craft district Gallery Walk (free time). There is a choice of establishments where lunch can be purchased or bring your own. The afternoon includes a guided tour of the award-winning glow worm caves at Cedar Creek. Finish the day with a rainforest walk to Curtis Falls. A 50-minute drive will have you back in Brisbane late afternoon.

Tamborine Mountain: Half-Day Local Winery Tour with Lunch

7. Tamborine Mountain: Half-Day Local Winery Tour with Lunch

Taste a hand-picked selection of wines produced by seasoned winemakers and award-winning boutique wineries on a guided tour. Get picked up from your hotel at around 10 AM. Admire the stunning mountain views as you are driven to your first stop: Hampton Estate Winery. Sample a variety of wines at the cellar door and learn about the winery's fascinating history. Then, climb back in the van and listen to your guide as they share their knowledge of the sights, sounds, and history of Tamborine Mountain. Next, stop at Witches Falls Winery, where you can sample a selection of locally made cheese along with your wine. Finally, visit Cedar Creek Estate Winery and its organic vineyard for another guided tasting. As part of the tour, indulge in a two-course lunch. Sample some of the best food this region has to offer. Along the route, stop at scenic viewpoints to enjoy breathtaking landscapes and the fresh mountain air. Choose to be dropped back at your hotel, the Fortitude Brewery, or the Gallery Walk.

Tamborine Mountain: Tree Top Challenge at Adventure Park

8. Tamborine Mountain: Tree Top Challenge at Adventure Park

Want to get out of your comfort zone? Try challenging yourself at Australia’s largest treetop adventure park. Climb over shaking wooden bridges, swing into nets, slide through tunnels and jump on sky-high flying foxes. The obstacles are spread across 6 circuits, ranging from easy to extreme. You can work through each of them at your own pace – there are no group tours here so you’re up there on your own. Leap, grab, and pull through the Green level as you build confidence, working your way up to the Black course. The local partner operates with the highest grade safety equipment, using a state-of-the-art smart belay system. With this incredible high ropes course you’ll experience stunning rainforest, epic speeds, and massive heights, without any worry.

From Brisbane: Mount Tamborine Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch

9. From Brisbane: Mount Tamborine Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch

Start the tour with pickup from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Travel with your expert guide to some of South East Queensland’s best local wineries for guided tastings of award-winning wines. After the tastings, enjoy a gourmet 2-course winery lunch at a beautiful location in the mountains. If the schedule allows, stop to sample locally made liqueurs, spirits, cheese and fudge.

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What people are saying about Tamborine Mountain

It ended up raining as we through the rainforest, but that seemed to only add to the trip. Thank goodness it was at the end because everyone was soaked, but everyone was happy. The glow worms were definitely the highlight of the trip. Along with the stop for lunch on your own at the cute little town before the glow worms. Highly enjoyed my time.

It was a memorable trip. Our guide Brian was very friendly and knowledgeable. He knew the places, the trees, why they are important and so on. The group was also nice. I would conclude by saying the trip is a value for the money we paid.

We had the most incredible experience !! Our tour guides Georgie and Ryan were amazing !!! Highly recommended !! Such a thrill and well worth the money !! Make sure you end the day with a swim at cedar creek falls ! It’s just magical

It was awesome activity. Jake and Tylor(guides) were nice and funny. I want to do again when I come back to travel.

Great fun for children and a must if not done so before