About this tour
Spot kangaroos and koalas at Coombabah Lake before heading up to Mount Tamborine for morning tea at a heritage hotel and views across the Gold Coast. This five-hour outing from the hinterland town takes in native wildlife in their element, local artisan galleries, and ridge-top vistas. A local guide leads the way through conservation parkland and the mountain community's craft shops, finishing with the sprawl of coast and hinterland laid out below.
Highlights
- Encounter wild kangaroos and koalas at Coombabah Lake
- Morning scones and tea at historic mountaintop Manor Hotel
- Browse independent galleries and craft boutiques on Gallery Walk
- Panoramic views across Gold Coast from mountain ridge
- Air-conditioned transport with experienced local guide
What to expect
The day starts with a gentle walk through Coombabah Lake Conservation Park, where you'll watch kangaroos grazing and spot koalas in the trees—bring binoculars and move quietly. Then it's up the mountain to the Manor, a heritage spot where you'll settle in with proper scones and tea whilst the views open up behind you. Gallery Walk is a pleasant wander through independent shops selling local pottery, jewellery, and art. The final stretch takes you to a high vantage point where the entire Gold Coast sprawls out: beaches, hinterland ridges, and city towers all at once.
Good to know
Arrive ten minutes early at the Surfers Paradise office, or ring ahead at least 24 hours prior to arrange a pickup from selected locations. Leave prams and large bags at your hotel—there's no storage on the bus. Children under 16 must be with an adult. Tours may alter due to weather or road conditions.
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