Discover the very best of the Gold Coast’s Hinterland with the Tamborine Skywalk Day Tour from Gold Coast, combining an absolutely stunning rainforest walk with the freedom to discover Tamborine Mountain at your own leisure.
Departure Time
- 7 Hours (approx.)
- Departs: 8:30am, Pickup from convenient Hotels across Gold Coast
- Returns: 10:00pm
Introduction
Get out of the city for a day and head into the lush – and downright beautiful – Hinterland on a relaxed and flexible day trip to Tamborine Mountain. This experience pairs the world-famous Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk with an all-day Hop On Hop Off bus, giving you the perfect balance of guided highlights and independent exploring. Take a stroll through the ancient rainforest canopies, take in some scenic lookouts, pop into some boutique shops, and sample some local food and drink – all without having to worry about driving yourself.
Details
- Price: Starting from AUD $119.00 (not that you’ll want to stop at anything less, but just in case)
- Location: Tamborine Mountain in Queensland
- Duration: You’re looking at about 7 hours all up (including transfers, that is)
- Departure: We’ll pick you up from your selected Gold Coast hotel at 8:30 am sharp
- Return: You’ll be back on the Gold Coast by around 5:00 pm – all nice and easy
Highlights
- Entry to the awesome Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk (where you can walk among the treetops on elevated steel bridges)
- Take your breath away with a stand on the 40-metre cantilever bridge (you’ll feel on top of the world)
- Unlimited Hop On Hop Off Day Pass shuttle access for the day (meaning you can come and go as you please)
- Explore Tamborine Mountain at your own pace (so you can take in all the local markets, wineries, distilleries, national parks and more)
- Comfortable return transfers from the Gold Coast (no need to worry about driving – we’ve got you covered)
What you can actually see!
Full Itinerary
8:30 am – Morning Pickup in the Gold Coast
We’ll come and get you from your accommodation on the Gold Coast and take you on a scenic drive out into the Hinterland.
10:00 am – Take on the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk
You’ll arrive at the Rainforest Skywalk around 10:00am and get started on the 1.5 km walk that takes in both forest floor trails and elevated bridges. The highlight (literally) is the 40-metre cantilever bridge – you’ll be 30 metres up in the air with some of the most incredible views of the rainforest you’ve ever seen.
Late Morning to Afternoon – Time to Explore
Once you’ve finished what is bound to be an unforgettable walk, hop on board our Hop On Hop Off bus and see where the day takes you. The shuttle runs a loop around Tamborine Mountain every hour, stopping off at all the key spots, including:
- The Gallery Walk (home to heaps of cool shops and cafes)
- Wineries and distilleries (where you can sample some of the local product)
- Tamborine National Park (for some real Aussie bush)
- Botanic Gardens (to get your nature fix)
- Local produce markets (to pick up some fresh goodies)
You can get off wherever you like, spend as long as you like, and then hop back on when you’re ready. Our drivers are friendly and happy to help you plan your stops.
3:30 pm – Head Back Down the Mountain
Time to rejoin the bus and start making your way back to the Gold Coast.
5:00 pm – Back on the Gold Coast
Booking
- Entry to the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk (where you can walk among the treetops)
- Unlimited Hop On Hop Off shuttle access for the day (so you can come and go as you please)
- We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your Gold Coast hotel (nice and easy)
- Your very own door-to-door service (no need to worry about driving yourself)
- An hourly loop around Tamborine Mountain (so you can see all the best bits)
- Entry to some of the other attractions (pay on the day, if you want to)
- Food and drinks at the local cafes, wineries or distilleries (because you’ll be hungry and thirsty by the end of the day)
- Optional tastings and experiences (because why not, right)
- Comfortable shoes for all the walking – trust us, you’ll want to be looking your best for all those photos
- Weather-appropriate gear (because we all know how unpredictable it can get up in the Hinterland)
- A hat, some sunglasses and some sunscreen (because we don’t want you to get caught out in the sun)
- A water bottle (stay hydrated, mate)
- Your phone or camera (to capture those memories)
- Some cash or a credit card (because you’ll want to pick up some souvenirs)
- This ticket is for Skywalk entry and Hop On Hop Off transport only – that’s it.
- Any other attraction entry fees are on top of this
- The shuttle is supposed to go by roughly every hour, but might be more or less frequent depending on how things are going
- In South East Queensland, the weather can turn around on you so quickly – if it’s not safe to go ahead with a tour, we won’t bother
- If, for whatever reason, we need to change the itinerary (safety or operational reasons and so forth), we might do.
This trip is generally pretty accessible to a wide range of people, but we do have some sites that, because of their uneven paths, stairs and so on, might not be suitable for people with mobility issues. We really do recommend you give the operator a shout before booking, so they can have a chat with you about what to expect and if there’s anything they can do to make it easier for you – we want to support all sorts of travel if at all possible
Food is not on offer in this tour, but there are loads of cafes and places to eat on Tamborine Mountain that cater to people who are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or whatever. Guests with specific requirements can just go and choose a place that suits them while they’re out and about.
- If you decide you don’t want to go, no sweat if you let us know at least 48 hours before the tour time.
- Cancellations less than 48 hours in advance might incur a fee, though.
- If we have to cancel a tour because of bad weather or something, then we’ll either reschedule for another day or give you a refund.
- Refunds will only go to the person who originally paid for the ticket – nothing can be refunded to anyone else.
- Voucher and gift policies are always subject to a few special rules and conditions you should be aware of.
FAQ
How long is the Rainforest Skywalk walk?
About 1.5 km and takes 45-60 minutes at an easy pace, depending on how hung about you are.
How often does the shuttle go around Tamborine Mountain?
The shuttle will take you around the mountain roughly every hour.
Are food and drink included in the tour?
No, but there are heaps of places to eat and drink along the way – wineries, distilleries, restaurants, cafes and so on.
Is this tour suitable for kids?
Yes, this is a pretty family-friendly trip, but kids will need to be supervised when they’re walking on elevated paths.
Do I need to plan my stops in advance?
Not really, you can just go with the flow on the day, and we’ve got drivers who can give you ideas on where to stop and what to do depending on what you’re into.