Glow Worm Day Tour from the Brisbane is one of those super relaxed, eco-friendly day trips where you get to experience a guided glow worm cave tour, plus the freedom to do your own thing on Tamborine Mountain at your own pace – all thrown in with comfy transport from Brisbane to boot.
Departure Time
- Full Day
- Departs: 8:30am
- from the Brisbane
Introduction
Break out of the city and head off into Queensland’s lush hinterland for a full day in the beautiful Tamborine Mountain area. This little number puts a daytime guided glow worm tour together with unlimited ‘hop on hop off’ access to the mountain, so you can have some structure and some time to yourself to explore, roam or get a bit of retail therapy in – you choose.
Details
- The Price: From $115.00 AUD – pretty reasonable if you ask us
- Where it Happens: Tamborine Mountain in Queensland
- How Long it Takes: A leisurely 8 hours
- Pickup Locations: Selected Brisbane City and South Bank hotels
- Transport: Luxury vehicle to get you there comfy
- Tour Style: Small group, eco-friendly kinda deal
Door-to-door pickup might be available for places on the main route (though there’s a small charge for that).
Highlights
- Pick up in Brisbane with a pretty drive to the Scenic Rim
- Guided daytime tour of that famous Glow Worm Cave
- Get a local guide to give you all the lowdown on Tamborine Mountain’s history and the surrounds
- Unlimited hop-on, hop-off through the mountain
- Get about 3 hours of free time to grab a bite to eat and shop on the Gallery Walk
- Take in the views from some of the lookouts and enjoy the scenery
- Drive through the National Park – it’s a real treat
- Optional – hit up a local winery (you pay on the day, by the way)
What you can actually see!
Booking
Full Itinerary
Morning – Getting Picked Up in Brisbane
We’ll pick you up from one of our selected hotels in the city or on the South Bank, then head to the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain for a fun day out.
Mid-Morning – Glow Worm Cave Tour
You’ll get to join a knowledgeable guide through this specially made glow worm cave, tucked away in the rainforest – it’s truly magical. Learn about the little critters, how they live and feed and glow and all about why we need to protect them. You’ll also get to check out a self-guided display of frogs and bugs
Late Morning – Scenic Lookouts
Take a scenic drive through the national park and stop off at some of the lookouts to take in the views
Midday to Afternoon – Your Time on Tamborine Mountain
Hop on and off the bus as much as you like and spend a bit over 3 hours getting a bite to eat, shopping, browsing galleries or just meandering – at your own pace.
Optional – Wine Tasting
Head off to a local winery for a taste (that’s about $10, by the way – pay on the day)
Afternoon – Get Back to Brisbane
Hop back on the bus and head back to Brisbane, feeling pretty relaxed.
- Return transport from Brisbane
- Guided tour of the glowworm caves
- Entry to the caves
- Self-guided frog and bug display
- Unlimited hop on hop off transport through the mountain
- Scenic lookout photo stops
- The eco-friendly bit – we care about the environment
- Wine tasting – approx. $10 (pay on the day)
- Your meals, snacks, and drinks
- Extra door-to-door pickup (additional charge applies)
- A good pair of walking shoes that won’t cause you discomfort while on the tour
- A light jacket or some layers to keep you warm on chilly days – just check the weather forecast first to make sure
- A refillable water bottle so you can stay hydrated
- Sunscreen, a hat and a decent camera or phone to take some amazing memories home
- Enough spending money to cover lunch, shopping and any impromptu tastings you might want to try along the way
- This is a daytime glowworm tour, so you don’t have to worry about any late-night travel arrangements
- Tours will go ahead rain or shine except in extreme conditions. We’d never delay or cancel for less than perfect weather
- Safety always comes first – if the weather or road conditions are looking dodgy, we might make some changes to the itinerary
- We keep an eye on the local weather forecast and will get in touch if anything changes that might affect the tour
We definitely want to make sure everyone can join in and feel included. While this tour isn’t specifically designed for people with mobility issues, we will do our best to adapt if you have any special needs
If you do have concerns about mobility or accessibility, just let us know before you book so we can have a chat about what’s possible
We’re happy to accommodate any special dietary requirements you might have. We can easily get you some veggie, vegan or gluten-free options on Tamborine Mountain – just let us know in advance so we can start making some arrangements
- Public tours: You can cancel for free up until 48 hours before the tour starts
- Last-minute cancellations: Cancellation fees might apply – so check your options carefully
- Weather-related changes: If it’s just plain bad weather, we might reschedule the tour or give you a full refund
- Refunds: We’ll sort these out in line with the Australian Consumer Law
- Full terms and conditions apply, so do have a squiz if you need to know more
FAQ
Can I bring my kids along to the glow worm tour?
Yep, this tour is super family-friendly, and kids are more than welcome.
Will I have to walk for miles on this tour?
Not at all – it’s really minimal walking, mostly optional and easy going.
Is lunch included?
No, you’ll need to bring some cash to grab a bite to eat at one of the cafes or restaurants on Gallery Walk.
Can I just do my own thing for a bit?
Absolutely – you get a hop on hop off pass which lets you explore at your own pace.
Will the tour be cancelled if it rains?
We won’t cancel just because it’s raining, but if the weather is really bad, we might need to make some changes.