Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Glow Worm and Skywalk

Oxenford, Brisbane



Explore the Gold Coast Hinterland and the Scenic Rim on this full-day guided bus tour from Brisbane with Subway Lunch, Cookie and Drink, a glow worm tour, and a skywalk attraction included.

Gold Coast Hinterland and Tamborine Mountain Nature Tour

This full-day guided tour from Brisbane suits nature lovers seeking an easy to moderate walk and wildlife experiences in the Gold Coast Hinterland and Tamborine Mountain.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Gold Coast Hinterland National Park
  • Walk above the rainforest canopy on the cantilever steel bridge at Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk
  • Small group tour (max 12) in air-conditioned vans
  • Taste fresh fudge and honey on Gallery Walk
  • Visit man-made caves to see glow worms

Description

This all-inclusive tour introduces you to the UNESCO World Heritage Springbrook National Park, 1.5 hours from Brisbane. Walk a sealed circuit (about 30 minutes, rated easy to moderate) featuring a natural bridge created by underground volcanic activity.

Travel through the Scenic Rim countryside to Mount Tamborine, where you can view the Great Dividing Range and Lamington National Park, often spotting paragliders. The mountain village is situated 525 meters above sea level.

Enjoy lunch at Subway, including a sub, wrap, or salad, plus a cookie and a 390ml drink. Time permitting, visit Gallery Walk for fudge and honey tasting.

Experience a guided tour of the man-made Glow Worm Cave at Cedar Creek Estate, learning about the glow worm lifecycle. Since opening in 2005, the cave hosts over 3000 glow worms.

End your day at the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk, a 1.5 km self-guided eco walk through 30 acres of rainforest. The walk includes trails, 300 meters of steel bridges through the canopy, and a 40-meter cantilever bridge 30 meters above the creek.

Includes

  • National Park entry
  • Glow Worm Attraction entry
  • Skywalk Attraction entry
  • Full-day guided transport, 9am to 5pm, with bus remaining with group
  • One snack and one bottle of water
  • Subway sub, wrap, or salad
  • Cookie
  • 390ml drink

Excludes

  • Extra hours (paid directly to driver)
  • Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
  • Additional drinks and food (pay as you go)

Important Information

  • This tour involves 1.5 hours driving to Springbrook and 1 hour to Mount Tamborine
  • Participants must be physically fit to walk on trails with stairs and inclines
  • Special dietary requests (gluten-free, coeliac, vegan) can be arranged on tour day and may incur extra charges

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For your comfort, wear sturdy walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Morning departures are recommended for cooler temperatures and clearer views.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes guided walks in the Gold Coast Hinterland National Park, access to the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk, visits to glow worm caves, and tasting fudge and honey on Gallery Walk.
The tour explores the Gold Coast Hinterland and Tamborine Mountain, located within a short drive south of Brisbane.
This is a full-day tour, offering ample time for walks, wildlife viewing, and sampling local treats.
The tour is ideal for nature lovers seeking easy to moderate walks and small group experiences near Brisbane.
Yes, the tour includes visits to man-made caves where you can observe glow worms up close.
Yes, small group transportation in air-conditioned vans is included from Brisbane.
The tour operates year-round, but check the website for current schedules and seasonal highlights near Brisbane.
The Rainforest Skywalk features a cantilever steel bridge above the canopy, typically explored during a brief walk within the full-day tour.
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended for the easy to moderate walks near Brisbane.
Children are welcome but should be able to manage easy to moderate walks; check tour details for age recommendations.

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