Get off the beaten track and discover the rainforests of the Gold Coast Hinterland by 4WD. This full-day tour takes you to the volcanic plateau of Tamborine Mountain, and then onto Lamington National Park and the famous Treetop Walk at the family owned O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat.
Follow the original pioneers track up Tamborine Mountain along hillside trails and through the rainforest in a purpose built 4WD. Stop for a delicious morning tea of scones, jam and cream at Gallery Walk, where you can browse the galleries and pick up a trinket at a souvenir shop.
Take a guided walk into the subtropical rainforest and discover the history and culture of the Aboriginal people who used the forest as a source of food and medicine. See beautiful cascading waterfalls, towering trees and hear the calls of the native birds.
Enjoy a barbecue lunch at Spring Valley and swim in the nearby rock pools. Have a go at whip-cracking and learn to throw a boomerang.
After lunch arrive at O’Reilly’s Plateau and the family owned Rainforest Retreat. Hand-feed native birds or take to the trees with a treetop walk, where you can walk through the canopy for unparalleled views. See beautiful tree orchids and ferns, birds and even koalas sleeping amongst the branches.
On the return journey, take in the magnificent views of mountains and valleys as you descend the mountain. Travel through lush pasture lands and see wallabies and kangaroos grazing.
The operator of this tour was selected as a finalist in the 2008 Queensland Tourism Awards and was winner of the Tour Operator of the Year for the Scenic Rim Tourism Awards 2009.
Special Offer - Family Special - Children receive a free Aboriginal hand painted boomerang. (Offer applies when minimum two adults book. Maximum 2 boomerangs per family) - BOOK NOW!
Location: Queensland-Gold Coast, Australia
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2011-Apr-01 To 2013-Mar-31
Gold Coast Lamington National Park and Tamborine Mountain 4WD Eco Tour
Tour departs from selected Gold Coast hotels (North of Burleigh only)
Departure Time:
8:00am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Return Details:
Tour concludes on the Gold Coast at approximately 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Itinerary: Sample Barbecue Lunch Menu:
All cooked on the grill and accompanied with crisp salads and fresh bread
Beef steaks
Chicken breasts
Freshly caught fish
Dessert:
Fresh fruit in season
Beverages:
Local beer
Australian wine
Soft drinks
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Full-day tour by 4WD vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop off from the Gold Coast
Private driver/guide
Entrance fees
Morning tea
BBQ Lunch with drinks
Wine tasting
Birdseed for bird feeding
Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
Other Information:
Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, hat and sunscreen, swimsuit and towel (if you want to swim) Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
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Local Operator Information
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Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.