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The best way to experience the green and the gold on this full-day tour from Brisbane.
Experience the ultimate Gold Coast adventure in one unforgettable day. Begin with a morning of wildlife spotting at Coombabah Lakeland Conservation Park, where kangaroos and koalas roam freely, followed by dolphins and seasonal whale sightings at The Spit. Learn about the rich culture of the local Yugambeh people along the way.Savor a delicious lunch with breathtaking 360° views at the SkyPoint Observation Deck atop Australia’s tallest building. Enjoy free time in Surfers Paradise to explore your way—race across the water on a thrilling Paradise Jet Boat ride, hop aboard the iconic Aquaduck, shop along Cavill Mall, or simply unwind on the golden beach.
End the day with a scenic drive through the stunning Numinbah Valley to Springbrook National Park. Immerse yourself in the World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest, where cascading waterfalls and ancient landscapes await. It’s a day packed with nature, culture, and adventure!
Tour duration is approximately 11.5hrs including travel from Brisbane to Gold Coast and return.
Please ensure you select your preferred pickup location when booking and arrive 15 minutes prior to your pickup time to ensure you do not miss the bus.
Tour Highlights
- Spot koalas and kangaroos in the wild at Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area.
- View seasonal whales, dolphins, and marine life at The Spit with stunning Gold Coast coastline vistas.
- Discover Natural Bridge in UNESCO-listed Springbrook National Park, the Gold Coast Hinterland’s iconic waterfall.
- Enjoy authentic and respectful indigenous commentary endorsed by the Yugambeh Museum, delivered by expert guides.
- Savor lunch with 360° views at Skypoint Observation Deck atop Q1, Australia’s tallest building.
- Free time to explore Surfers Paradise: swim at the iconic beach or shop at Cavill Mall.
- Scenic drive through Numinbah Valley’s cliffs and green pastures.
- *Optional add-ons: Thrilling Jet Boat ride or the amphibious Aquaduck.
- Conservation Park fees included.
Inclusions
- Pick up and drop off from selected Brisbane CBD and Southbank locations.
- Conservation & National Park Fees.
- Entry fee to Skypoint Observation Deck.
- Lunch.
- Expert tour guide providing in vehicle and guided walking commentary.
Add-ons (not included)
- Paradise Jet Boating “Jet Blast” 60 minute jetboat ride at 11:45am.
- Gold Coast Aquaduck “River Cruise & City Tour” at 12.15pm
- Please note: *Add-Ons are subject to availability and are at own expense, offered at heavily exclusive discounted rates. You will only have time to do one *Add-On!
To book your add-on Paradise Jet Boating or Aquaduck tour:
Please select your departure for the day tour from the calendar.
You will then be prompted to purchase the add on at a special 50% off rate. Please select the correct qty for the add on.
This will then be added to your cart at checkout.
The 50% off Paradise Jet Boating and Aquaduck is only available when purchasing as an add on at the time you book your Brisbane to Gold Coast tour. If you have any questions please call our friendly reservations team on +61 7 5655 0716.
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes, a jacket, hat, water bottle.
Our rainforest walks require a low to moderate degree of fitness and follow clearly marked paths and boardwalks. Enclosed shoes are recommended.
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Bill was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly experienced. He provided clear instructions throughout the day and shared plenty of interesting information along the way.
One of the best aspects of the tour was that we were given ample time at each stop, so it never felt rushed. We had plenty of opportunities to explore, take photos, and truly enjoy the surroundings.
Springbrook was absolutely stunning. It was a short 5 hour trip, and we wished we could have spent more time there in the rainforest. The weather was perfect for most of the day, though clouds did roll in and spoil some of the views.
The tour offered excellent value for money and felt well worth the cost. I originally discovered it through my company website and would definitely book again in the future.
Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable day out. A truly wonderful full-day adventure!
All credit to Orion, our guide. His unique style and vibrant personality just made the day flow smoothly. He made us all feel comfortable and included. He's so knowledgeable, providing insightful information throughout the day and loved answering our questions.
The day was perfectly balanced. We had enough time to enjoy each part. I particularly enjoyed the grand finale, the Vineyard. Where we were offered a complimentary glass of bubbles and the option to enjoy lunch and indulge in some wine tasting, which, of course I did.
Thank you Orion for the perfect day.
BTW, your Playlist was the icing on the cake!!! 😊
Tour guide Steve was amazing so knowledgeable and entertaining
Definitely worth a visit
The tour itself was very informative, and we had enough time to truly enjoy each stop. The snacks provided were a nice touch. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience and a great way to explore the rainforests and waterfalls of the area. Highly recommended!
A huge part of what made the experience so enjoyable was our host, Bill. He struck the perfect balance between being incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely entertaining. His insights into the region’s history, wildlife, and landscapes added so much depth to the journey, while his humour and storytelling kept everyone engaged and laughing along the way.
Lamington National Park itself was breathtaking, lush rain forest, stunning views, and that fresh mountain air that instantly makes you slow down and take it all in. Whilst some may not want to see red belly black snakes, seeing one in the wild sunning itself along the track was very interesting to us.
The visit to O’Reilly’s was a highlight, offering both incredible scenery and a chance to really appreciate the unique beauty of the area.
To top it all off, the vineyard stop was the perfect way to unwind. Beautiful setting, great atmosphere, and a lovely way to round out the day. Shout out to Anna (from Munich, Germany) and Caitlin (from Denver, USA) who where great company on the day.
Overall, this tour exceeded expectations in every way. It was well-paced, informative without ever feeling overwhelming, and full of little touches that made it special. If you’re considering this experience, don’t hesitate and if you’re lucky enough to get Bill as your host, you’re in for a fantastic day!
We were lucky to see a lot of animals during the walk including possums, bandicoots, lizards, geckos and even an eel in the lake. There were also plenty of spiders along the way which made the night walk feel like a real adventure.
One of the highlights was seeing the fluorescent mushrooms and of course the glowing worms. It was truly magical and something I had never experienced before.
Overall, it was a wonderful and memorable tour. I would highly recommend it to anyone!
We are from Taiwan who joined the tour on February 18th, and I want to say a massive thank you to our amazing guide, Matt! From the pick-up to the drop-off, Matt was incredibly energetic and cheerful. He introduced the beautiful Australian scenery along the way with a great sense of humor, making the whole trip not only fun but also very educational.
He patiently helped us spot wild kangaroos and koalas, and took us to the stunning beach. At the SkyPoint Observation Deck, Matt even kindly helped us order our food and made sure we had plenty of free time to shop and explore the area.
His company, detailed explanations, and top-notch service made our entire experience incredibly happy and comfortable. Thank you so much, Matt, for such a wonderful day!
Despite the heavy rain on the day, the views were stunning! I actually prefer this kind of weather since it makes walking in the rainforest easier and cooler.
We saw an amazing selection of creatures, including a water dragon, huge panda(?) snail, giant (and I mean giant!) cricket, a selection of spiders, a cane toad, cute frog and a couple of leaf-tailed gheckos! The slaters curled themselves into a ball when picked up and were so metallic! We did see the glow worms too of course, but difficult to get good photos on my phone.
Highly recommend! 👌
Thanks Andy, for all the commentary.
Happy birthday.
The tour was awesome - we started at natural bridge and then did the Twin Falls track at Springbrook because that was top on my list and if you like to hike that is a great choice. We got to see multiple waterfalls and even stand under them. It was foggy and drizzling but quite nice in the rainforest. We had some extra time, so we got to stop at Purling Brook falls as well, and the views were nice even with the cloudy weather. After a stop for dinner, we went to see glowworms at Curtis falls and they were so bright! Amber told us about a lot of creepy crawly bugs along the way.
My one tip would be to wear long pants especially if it’s wet because my family wore shorts and got leeches on their legs😬
We loved Amber’s Australian music playlist too! Thank you Southern Cross!
At the tamborine mountain rainforest we saw the waterfall, lizards 🦎 , turkeys, and some birds.
Thanks again for the great experience!
Our guide, Bill, was superb. He mixed a wealth of local historical knowledge, with his botanic specialism delivered in a relaxed, often very humorous (lost on some in our group...there loss) manner. He really brought the whole tour to life in an easy to understand way, whilst tackling quite complex historical, geological, botanical and environmental subjects.
His passion for the wildlife, floral and forna really showed.
He made the trip !! Thanks Bill.
I loved how he explained a lot of the history as we were taking the hour drive into the mountains. He was very patient on the trails, leading the way to watch for danger. He showed us spiders as big as my hand, caterpillars that are very poisonous, centipedes that are very poisonous, frogs (not sure if their poisonous), geckos, giant crickets, bats, some type of rodent, leeches and finally the glow worms! Luckily we did not see any snakes!
Our first stop at the Mountain Manor Restaurant to have some refreshments before we start our hike. The hot chocolate and cheesecake was yummy! From 1882 - 1925 this building was a timber mill. It then converted into a cafe restaurant.
I learned so much on this glow-worm experience and that is all thanks to our excellent tour guide!
The stops are brief 10-20 minute viewings but beautiful. Includes a snack. If you want to actually hike around, might want to rent a car.
Tanya was the sweetest and greatest tour guide I have ever seen. She has an abundance of knowledge about Australian history and every phenomenon that's happening in the forest. I still wonder how she was able to point the animals in such dark. She made the tour more memorable.
It rained halfway through our tour. Although they provided an umbrella I didn't take one. Strom in the middle of the forest with glow warms and water fall around you. It's a once in a lifetime experience. If you love nature, you should definitely try this tour.
We stopped in Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Park both at the beginning and end of our day, and were able to see dozens of kangaroos from afar and up close. Our multiple stops in Tambourine National Park allowed for an appreciation of the views all the way down to the coast, and a short hike down to Curtis Falls was full of interesting biology.
The Gallery Walk was a reasonable experience, with multiple different craft and coffee shops.
Overall, a great way to spend the day learning and seeing. Many thanks to Amber for making the experience a fantastic one.
We start the day with a 45 min drive to the Manor for a drink and dessert, followed by a 1.5 hour walk in the rainforest with the glow worms and other lovely animals. The pace of the tour was good, and the weather was pleasant. It would be suitable for all ages though the uneven terrain might be challenging for elderly or young children.
The walk is quiet and peaceful. We loved it. We got lucky and managed to see some eels as well! Many animals blend in so well at night, so Tania was amazing at pointing them out to us. We did see quite a few spiders and snails, so if you're someone who's deathly afraid of spiders this might be hard for you.
Honestly didn't think that it would look as good as it did in the promotion photos but it did! The glow worms were out at full force. We rounded off the day with some stargazing, and of course it was beautiful as well. The tour was about 3.5 hours long in total, with a good spread of activities.
Ultimately I think good weather is the key for this, because it's so dry and cloudy, it was amazing and make the whole experience better. But regardless I would say the tour is well planned and one of the best ones I've been on.


























































