The Goondawanna Rainforests have so much to offer and are only a short drive from the Gold Coast beaches. This small group tour offers a truly personalized experience and door- to-door service from selected central Gold Coast locations.  Visit the stunning Natural Arch waterfall with a fully-guided walk from an expert local guide.  Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the rainforest as you make your way.  From inside the cave see the water cascading through the roof of the basalt cave formed over millions of years.  Continuing the tour, "Best of All Lookout" offers a view of northern New South Wales and Mount Warning.  The walk to this magnificent lookout takes you through one of the few remaining pockets of the ancient Antarctic Beech forest. Then head off to the nearby viewing platform to see the enchanting Purling Brook Falls.  During the journey, tour commentary on the area and wildlife is provided along with the great scenery of the Numinbah Valley. Take in the views of Twin Falls and Rainbow Falls from Canyon Lookout on the way home.  On the return journey to the Gold Coast, sightings of kangaroos and pretty-faced wallabies are common, as they emerge from their bush retreats to feed on the lush grass in the cooler part of the day.

Witness a mesmerizing natural light show in the Gold Coast hinterland with a guided night tour to the Natural Bridge glow worm cave. Depart from Gold Coast and enjoy live commentary during your coach transfer. Arrive at Springbrook National Park and follow your guide as you trek through the ancient coastal rain forest. Have the chance to see nocturnal Australian wildlife like owls, bats, and frogs. Reach the Natural Bridge glow worm cave and be amazed by the illuminating light of millions of tiny worms. Then turn your eyes upward for some stargazing in the pristine night sky.

Discover the diverse wildlife of South East Queensland when you travel to Springbrook and Mt Tamborine on this day tour from Brisbane. Head out to the beautiful Natural Arch and see a waterfall create by underground volcanic activity, the safe haven for the glow worm population. It is an easily sealed circuit track and takes about 45 min at an easy pace, Often witnessing the elusive lace monitor, inquisitive bush turkeys, a cheeky kookaburra, beautiful white cockatoos, and the noisy whip birds who are always calling out to each other. You may even get to meet a few alpacas along the way. Traveling through the beautiful landscapes of the hinterland you will cruise to Mt Tamborine where you will have a fabulous lunch and a brief stop in the gallery walk. You will then take a guided tour through the man-made Glow Worm Caves to experience the magical world of the Glow Worms by visiting The Glow Worm Cave on Tamborine Mountain, located at Cedar Creek Estate Winery. 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 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.

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.

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.