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Highlights
- Explore Tamborine Mountain's rainforest on a fully guided night walk, one of the Gold Coast's only true nocturnal nature tours, far from staged caves.
- Visit Curtis Falls under moonlight, hear its cultural stories, and take in the natural glow worm display along misty, fern-lined forest walls.
- Spot native nocturnal wildlife like lyrebirds, possums, and microbats in their element, guided by torchlight and rich storytelling.
- Wind down with dessert and a hot drink at a Mt Tamborine café. This cozy stop sets the tone for a relaxed return.
- Travel in a small group with hotel transfers, expert guides, National Park fees, and no hidden costs; just a seamless, immersive night out.
Your Experience
Nightfall brings a magical experience at Tamborine Mountain National Park during this 3.5-hour guided tour on the Gold Coast, where you'll explore glow worm viewing and Curtis Falls.
Getting Started
The adventure kicks off with your pick-up from selected locations in the Gold Coast area. Upon meeting your guide, you’ll receive a brief orientation before embarking on an informative drive to Tamborine Mountain National Park—a protected rainforest established as Queensland’s first national park back in 1908.
What to Expect
Tamborine Mountain is home to over 85% of the region's animal species and 65% of its plant life, offering a rich glimpse into Australia's subtropical rainforests. As darkness envelops the forest, follow your guide along torchlit trails where nocturnal wildlife comes alive with sounds like crickets chirping and frogs croaking.
Features
- Your evening begins with a scenic drive accompanied by insightful commentary from an expert local guide who will share details about Queensland’s oldest protected rainforest. This small-group vehicle journey starts in the Gold Coast, heading towards Tamborine Mountain.
Torchlit Rainforest Walk (1.2 km Grade 3 Trail)
- Experience a guided trail through lush subtropical forests filled with sounds of nocturnal life—crickets chirping and leaves rustling beneath your feet. Witness towering strangler figs, piccabeen palms, and ancient ferns that thrive in the park's unique climate.
- Your guide will help you spot creatures like short-eared brushtail possums, brush-turkeys, and microbats darting through the canopy as you explore these beautiful trails.
Curtis Falls (Joalah Section)
- Arrive at Curtis Falls where basalt columns form a stunning waterfall that cascades into a serene rock pool. Learn about its Aboriginal significance and keep an eye out for Albert’s lyrebird, known for its remarkable mimicry.
Glow Worm Colony Viewing
- Walk beside a naturally illuminated rock wall where native glow worms (Arachnocampa flava) emit their magical bioluminescent light. These tiny larvae use silk threads and light to attract prey, creating an ethereal scene visible only in wild environments like this one.
Local Dessert Stop
- After your exploration, enjoy a sweet treat with a hot beverage at a nearby Mt Tamborine café. It’s the perfect way to warm up and relax after an exciting forest adventure.
Convenient Return
Your journey concludes back in Gold Coast where you’ll be dropped off at your original pick-up point, enriched with new stories and photos from a memorable night walk experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guided tour through Mt Tamborine rainforest lasting 3.5 hours
- Expert guide who speaks English
- Walk to waterfall with opportunity to view glow worms, guided by an expert
- Experience in a small group (max 16-24 guests)
- Stop for dessert refreshments at local café on Mt Tamborine
- Inclusion of all National Park entry fees
- Round-trip transfers from Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, Main Beach & Helensvale Station to hotel
- Provision of low-wattage flashlight for night visibility
- Live commentary provided during the drive and walk
- Other food and beverages (available to purchase)
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the time of pick-up.
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If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.
Hotel Transfers
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This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.
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While booking, please provide the name of your hotel.
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This is applicable to all central Gold Coast Hotels (Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Broadbeach & Southport).
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Once you have confirmed your pickup location and time with us directly, on the night of your tour please wait for the bus in the main lobby/reception area 5 minutes before pickup.
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Our bus will be white and marked with Southern Cross Tours in red and blue writing.
Validity
This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
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