Kangaroos, Koalas & Tamborine Mountain Tour from Gold Coast
Description
Explore Tamborine National Park, the Gold Coast Hinterland’s crown jewel, and enjoy this charming mountaintop community. Begin your adventure with a serene walk through Coombabah Lake Conservation Park, where you can encounter kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat. Continue your journey to Mount Tamborine, indulge in handcrafted scones and a warm cup of morning tea at the Manor, an enchanting historic hotel. Wander through Gallery Walk, immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of local craftsmanship displayed in its unique boutiques. Finally, stand in awe of the spectacular panoramic views of the Gold Coast Skyline that unfold before you from atop the mountain.
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Itinerary
Enjoy a guided walk through Coombabah Lake Conservation Park, home to native kangaroos, koalas and a variety of Australian birdlife. Explore peaceful wetlands and eucalyptus forest while learning about the local environment from your guide.
Discover the charm of Tamborine Mountain as you explore scenic lookouts, rainforest surrounds and the vibrant mountain village atmosphere. Enjoy free time to browse boutique shops, local produce and artisan treats while soaking up the fresh hinterland air.
Enjoy free time along Gallery Walk, Tamborine Mountain’s famous boutique shopping precinct. Browse artisan stores, local produce, handmade fudge, cafés, wineries and unique gift shops while taking in the relaxed mountain village atmosphere.
Take a short rainforest walk to the picturesque Curtis Falls, one of Tamborine Mountain’s most loved natural attractions. Wander beneath towering trees and lush subtropical rainforest as you enjoy the peaceful sounds of the waterfall and surrounding wildlife.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour begins from Aquaduck office at start time. Please arrive 10mins prior to check in. Pick ups from selected locations available. Please contact local tour operator directly at least 24hrs prior to your tour to arrange pick up. Phone +61 7 5655 0716
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Infants 0-1 years can join the tour at 50% of the child fare (subject to availability) . Infants must be pre booked by phoning the operator directly on +61 7 56550716.
- Please note there is no storage in the bus or tour office for prams or large bags. Kindly leave them in your car or hotel room.
- Any person under the age of 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult 18+
- Southern Cross Tours may alter or cancel any section of the itinerary which may result from road closures, weather, suppliers or any other condition of an operational nature.
- Alternate vehicles may be used in the event that a Southern Cross vehicle is unavailable.
- Tour duration is approximate and is based on tour time starting from and returning to Aquaduck booking office, Surfers Paradise.
Reviews(13)
Great tour! We saw kangaroos and koalas. The waterfall hike and mountain views were also great. Our guide Bill was very friendly and shared lots of interesting information.
Thank you so much! Bill will be touched to hear he was able to create such a wonderful experience for you all. His passion for the area and all it has to offer really shines through on his tours and his drive to make it the best he possibly can! :)
We had such a great day out seeing so much of the beauty Australia has to offer. This tour covers a little bit of everything. It starts with the scenic drive out to an area where you get to see kangaroos (very different watching them be weary of humans compared to zoos or sanctuaries where you can feed them). If you are lucky you might see a koala up a tree ( we saw one). Following this you have another scenic drive up Mount Tamborine to do scones with jam and cream at the Manor. You can then walk through the rainforest to a waterfall (quite a lot of stairs but you can elect to walk on before the group - my mum has knee issuesanddid this) it's well worth it if able. Then the tour concludes with time to explore gallery walk (shops and cafes). Mark was a fantastic tour guide.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Mark will be touched to hear your kind words and know he was able to take you on a great tour. His passion and knowledge really shines through on trips like these. We're glad to hear you were able to get so much from the experience :)
Everyone should experience this, especially with Sam and his private tour of Philip Island. Sam is amazing, knowledgeable, pleasant and flexible. We couldn’t have been more pleased. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review but I think this might be for another company as we don't run a tour to Philip island. We're happy to hear you had an amazing time regardless though. We hope we get to see you on one of our tours sometime!
My wife, daughter and I had an amazing day with Amber on this tour. She was incredibly friendly and knowledgable, and made our experience unforgettable. We were very lucky to be the only clients on the bus, which turned the experience into a very positive personal one! 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.
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We're truely so glad to hear you enjoyed it all so much. Amber will be so delighted when we show her this. We put so much work into our tour and making sure its an amazing experience for everyone on board, but it can be so special when its an intimate one like that! There is so much to see on the Gold Coast and its guides like Amber that help bring the area to life. Thanks again, Southern Cross Tours
We had a wonderful day out with Matt, he was very informative and the day was very interesting with the right balance of experiences
Thank you so much! Matt will be delighted to hear your kind words and know he was able to create such a memorable experience. Cheers! :)
Jaime was an amazing guide. Thanks to him, we saw many kangaroos including joeys; we saw only one koala, which was to be expected. Tamborine national forest is also included on this tour and is beautiful.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Jamie really does have the gift when it comes to spotting all the wonderful creatures the forest has to offer! We're so glad you were able to see so much and enjoyed experience :)
A first class experience! We highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Jaime, was waiting for us at our hotel and it was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with him. He was very knowledgeable, diligent, made sure we saw kangaroos and koalas, and made the rain forest hike come alive with his knowledge and professionalism. A great experience you don’t want to miss !
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had a first-class experience and that Jaime made your day so memorable. He’ll be so pleased to know his knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail made such a positive impact — especially helping you spot kangaroos and koalas and bringing the rainforest to life! We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon!
Our tour was well run, in a smaller group and very comfy van. But the one of the best aspects(besides fantastic scenery) was our guide Mark. He really made the day with very informative commentary but most of all his passion for the area.
Thank you for the wonderful review! Mark is such a passionate and knowledgable guide, he will be so happy to read your kind words :)
We booked 2 tours: Kangaroos & Koalas and the Glow Worms. So, we were able to see Mt. Tamborine during the day and at night. Super knowledgeable tour guides taught us so much about the natural habitat and so much more. Thanks Mark and Bill!
Thank you for your wonderful review! Mark and Bill will be so happy to hear that you enjoyed both of their tours so much :)
Great experience! Our guide was Jaime and he was exceptional! He’s super friendly and so down-to-earth. The whole day went smoothly from start to finish. Jaime was very considerate and knowledgeable. He allowed us to proceed at our pace so that we could truly take in and appreciate our surroundings. In addition to the beautiful natural surroundings on Tamborine Mountain and the rainforest, we were able to gain insights on the people and culture of Australia. This tour gave us a better appreciation for the Good Coast area as a whole.
Thank you for such a glowing and thorough review! Jamie is a highly experienced and knowledgable guide, that takes a lot of pride in his work. It will make him so happy to hear how much his tour has moved you.
