Glow worms only exist in Australia and New Zealand so come on a fantastic
journey with is to meet these small but brightly glowing creatures, Guaranteed
sightings and time for morning tea and scenic lookouts throughout the National
Park.

Swap Brisbane’s city streets for cool mountain air, rainforest views and a
cave lit by thousands of tiny blue lights.

This full-day experience combines return transfers from Brisbane, unlimited
hop on hop off access around Tamborine Mountain, and guaranteed entry to the
Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm Caves – all in one easy, relaxed day.

Tamborine Mountain sits in the Scenic Rim, around an hour from Brisbane, and
is known for its national park rainforest, short walks, waterfalls, cellar
doors, craft breweries and the boutique shops and cafés along Gallery Walk.
You’ll have the flexibility to build your own itinerary using the local hop on
hop off service, getting on and off as often as you like.

At your booked time, you’ll visit the purpose-built glow worm cave where a
guide will lead you along the boardwalk and into the darkened cave to see
thousands of glow worms glowing above you. The controlled environment means
reliable sightings and a comfortable daytime experience.

Between stops, you can enjoy tastings at wineries and distilleries, explore
Gallery Walk, take in the views at scenic lookouts or add optional attractions
such as the Rainforest Skywalk (pre-booking recommended). At the end of the
day, your return shuttle will take you back to Brisbane.

Highlights

Return transfers from Brisbane to Tamborine Mountain

Unlimited Hop On Hop Off access on Tamborine Mountain

Guaranteed entry to the Glow Worm Caves

Freedom to choose your own stops – wineries, breweries, distilleries, cafés,
Gallery Walk and attractions

Scenic lookouts and photo stops around Tamborine Mountain

Travel in luxury, air-conditioned, eco-friendly vehicles

Friendly local driver/guide

Inclusions

Return transfer from Brisbane city to Tamborine Mountain

Unlimited Hop On Hop Off access on Tamborine Mountain

Pre-booked, guaranteed entrance to the Glow Worm Caves

Air-conditioned, luxury, eco-friendly vehicles

Local driver/guide

Scenic stops and basic commentary

Exclusions

Food and drinks

Wine, beer and spirit tastings

Venue entry fees (e.g. Rainforest Skywalk, other paid attractions) unless pre-
booked

Purchases at shops, cafés and venues

Travel insurance

Itinerary / Itinerary Description

Brisbane Pickup

8:30 am – 110 Brookes St, Fortitude Valley

8:45 am – Brisbane Marriott, 1 Howard St, Brisbane City

9:00 am – Royal on the Park, 152 Alice St, Brisbane City

9:10 am – The Star Brisbane, 33–83 William St, Brisbane City (Main Entrance)

Relax on board as we travel towards Tamborine Mountain in the Scenic Rim.

Arrive Tamborine Mountain

On arrival, guests transfer to the local Hop On Hop Off service.

Winery Tour guests continue on their separate guided tour.

Hop On Hop Off guests are free to plan their own day.

Hop On Hop Off – Free Time on the Mountain

From approximately 10:30 am to 3:30 pm, guests can:

Visit participating wineries, breweries and distilleries

Explore cafés, restaurants and shops on Gallery Walk

Enjoy short walks, lookouts and other attractions

Join their pre-booked Glow Worm Cave tour at the allocated time

Guests simply let the driver know where they would like to be dropped off and
can rejoin the next bus when ready to move on.

Glow Worm Caves

At your booked time, you will be dropped at the Glow Worm Caves for a guided
tour through the rainforest boardwalk and into the purpose-built cave to see
the glow worms.

Return to Brisbane

3:30 pm – Return shuttle departs Tamborine Mountain

Approximately 5:00 pm – Arrive back in Brisbane at your original pickup point

If an earlier departure is required, guests may be able to be dropped at
Helensvale Train Station after lunch (subject to timing and availability),
from where they can return independently to Brisbane or the Gold Coast.

Times are approximate and may vary due to traffic and conditions.

Additional Information

Departure Time: First pickup from Brisbane at 8:30 am

Return Time: Approx. 5:00 pm back in Brisbane

Duration: Full day (approx. 8.5–9 hours)

Fitness Level: Easy – walking is mostly optional and on formed paths

Family Friendly: Suitable for most ages; children must be supervised by
an adult

What to Bring:

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Comfortable walking shoes

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Light jacket or jumper (Tamborine Mountain can be cooler than Brisbane)

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Water bottle

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Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen

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Camera or smartphone

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Payment method for food, drinks, tastings and shopping

Important Notes:

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Glow Worm Cave times are pre-booked and cannot always be changed on the day.

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Some venues and attractions have limited capacity and may require advance
bookings.

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Hop On Hop Off routing and participating venues are subject to change without
notice.

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Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be adjusted for safety.