From A$259 per person
Experience the best of the Gold Coast on a full-day tour from Brisbane, combining wildlife, coastal views and rainforest landscapes in one seamless journey. Begin your day at Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Park, where you’ll have the chance to spot kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat. Continue along the coastline to The Spit, with views across the Broadwater and the opportunity to spot dolphins and seasonal marine life. Enjoy lunch at SkyPoint Observation Deck, taking in panoramic 360° views from the top of Queensland’s tallest building. Afterwards, spend free time in Surfers Paradise to explore, shop, relax on the beach or take part in optional experiences. In the afternoon, travel inland through the scenic Numinbah Valley to Springbrook National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region. Here, enjoy a guided walk to Natural Bridge and experience the beauty of this unique rainforest environment. This small-group tour offers a relaxed and comprehensive way to experience the Gold Coast in a single day, with expert commentary and return transfers from Brisbane included. Please note: The order of stops will be determined by your friendly driver on the day of your tour.
Camera
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Water bottle
Insect repellent
Warm jacket
Suitable for most ages and general fitness levels. The tour includes a guided rainforest walk on formed tracks, which may include uneven natural surfaces and gentle inclines. Comfortable enclosed walking shoes are recommended. This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Walking Grade 2: More information about the walking grades
This extensive hinterland and coastal tour operates in most weather conditions. Coastal rain or showers in one region may not affect inland sections like wildlife reserves, rainforest or lookout stops. Light rain typically does not impact the experience and rainforest environments rely on rain for their lush beauty.
However, for your safety, the tour may be altered, rescheduled or cancelled should conditions such as severe weather, road closures or national park access restrictions occur. If a section of the itinerary cannot proceed, we’ll work to ensure alternatives, and in rare cases where the whole tour is affected you’ll be offered a reschedule or a refund under our normal terms. Guests should wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear.
Plans can change, so we aim to keep things simple and flexible:
Full refund available for cancellations made 48 hours or more prior to departure
Cancellations within 48 hours incur a 100% cancellation fee
Reschedules are permitted up to 24 hours prior (subject to availability)
No changes are permitted within 24 hours of departure
Late arrivals and no-shows are treated as cancellations.
This is a family-friendly experience designed to be enjoyed together:
Infants (0–1 years) are welcome (subject to availability) and must be advised at time of booking
Infant fare is typically 50% of the child rate and does not include refreshments
Children (2–16 years) are welcome on tour
All children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult (18+)
Car seats and booster seats are available on request (limited availability)
Please note: due to the nature of the rainforest walk, prams and strollers are not suitable
Your safety and comfort are central to the experience:
Guided by experienced, fully trained local guides with all required permits
Modern vehicles are maintained to high safety standards and equipped with first aid kits
Guided walks at Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Park and Natural Bridge are conducted along marked tracks and designated viewing areas
Guests must remain with the guide at all times during walks and national park visits
Wildlife encounters occur in natural environments and sightings cannot be guaranteed
National park conditions may vary due to weather and natural terrain
For comfort and safety, guests are encouraged to wear enclosed walking shoes, bring sun protection and carry a light jacket, particularly during cooler months in the hinterland.
Southern Cross Tours may alter or cancel any section of any 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.
