Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave

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Brisbane, Australia

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9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· Nathaniel_D ·

Mar 2026

Busy day of fun activities! Had a nice lunch at the Tambourine Garden and a tasting at the Tambourine Distillery! Bought some Wattle Liquor for a take away! Glow worms were interesting. Our guide was a great spotter of wildlife.

· Maureen_G ·

Mar 2026

Shane was a great tour guide. Loved his stories and enjoyed the tour. Saw kangaroos, wallabies and koalas during it. Would highly recommend.

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Overview

Discover the diverse wildlife of South East Queensland when you travel to the Springbrook plateau, Numinbah Valley and Mt Tamborine on a full-day tour from Brisbane. Your guide leads a leisurely walk in Springbrook National Park to see two stunning waterfalls, Natural Bridge and a glow worm cave. Have time to relax and enjoy the waterfalls and rainforest on this small-group tour with numbers limited to 21 participants, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Full-day tour of Springbrook National Park and Tamborine National Park from Brisbane
Drive through the picturesque Numinbah Valley and hike past rock pools and waterfalls in the rainforest
Stop at Natural Bridge and see the Glow Worm Caves
Includes round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan
Small-group tour limited to 21 people for an intimate experience

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

See more in one day with visits to two national parks in the UNESCO-listed Gondwana Rainforests.

What's Included

Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Driver/guide
National Park fees
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

222 Margaret St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Tours depart at 7:45am (Check In 7:35am) from the loading zone in front of 222 Margaret Street, Brisbane. This is outside the Skytower Apartments and between Albert and Edward Streets. Hotel pickups are not available.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:45 am

Itinerary

Your day starts with morning pickup at Brisbane Transit Centre and a scenic drive through Numinbah Valley with views of Mt Tamborine. Approximately 62 miles (100 km) south of Brisbane, you reach Springbrook National Park, which lies within the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage area.

Follow your guide on a hike that takes you into the rainforest and past waterfalls in this lush landscape. Hear about the region’s diverse wildlife, which includes more than 1,700 species of flowering plants and 500 vertebrate animals. Keep an eye out for pademelons (similar to wallabies), goannas, Australian water dragons and Australian brush-turkeys.

Near the arched rock of Natural Bridge, you can see Cave Creek waterfall as it plunges into a pool below as well as a cave with glow worms, which resemble tiny stars on the cave walls. Be on the lookout for Australian wildlife such as rosellas, king parrots, bowerbirds and kangaroos.

In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the Tamorine Mountain Glow Worm Caves at Cedar Creek, for your final rainforest walk of the day. See an audio-visual display on glow worms, whose brilliant blue-green lights are actually emitted by the tiny larvae of a fungus fly. Step inside the second cave filled with thousands of glowing worms!

Stroll along the Curtis Falls track, a moderately challenging 1-mile (1.6-km) trail that includes 101 steps. Descend beneath towering gum trees to the viewing platform over Curtis Creek, then continue down to a second platform overlooking a waterfall that cascades into a large rock pool.

After the drive back to Brisbane, you're dropped off at your original departure point.

Curtis Falls

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm Caves

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Tamborine Mountain

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hang Glider Launch and Lookout

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Natural Bridge

1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hinze Dam

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Small-group tour, maximum 21 participants
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Comfortable closed-toe shoes are recommended

Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 21 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

MANDY_C

We had James as our tour guide for the day and he had lots of knowledge to share with us throughout both the journey, and the activity itself. I also found him very humerous. We had a mixed range of nationalities on our bus and thankfully, they all seemed very friendly which made a change. It is hard to remember everything about that day as there was so much to learn and see, but it was a lovely trip and one I would recommend. The Glow Worms were not what I expected at all. I thought they would be a bit like our slow worms in the UK but that glowed in the dark, but they were nothing like them. They were so tiny.

Reviews

4.7

based on 335 reviews

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Petur_A, May 2026

Get to see and know Australias outdoor with a verygood guide. The guide gives very one some time and was verygood in spoting wild live.

Great tour for Brisbane

Stephanie_J, Apr 2026

Great experience and must see for Brisbane. Our tour guide had such a keen eye for nature. He was pointing out everything for everyone so they could take their pics. Definitely a friendly guide and kept the conversations going.

Excellent adventure.

Kecia_H, Apr 2026

Great trip, group and guide. we were lucky enough to spot two koalas in the wilds. I do wish we had more time to explore the walks, possibly on our own. We did all walk together, pretty nice hikes. It would’ve been nice to actually have time to walk on our own and take photos on our own spy things on our own without feeling we had to keep with the group .

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, we’re so glad you enjoyed the trip, the group and your guide. Spotting two koalas in the wild is pretty special, not something we get every day, so that’s a big win. We really appreciate your note around having a bit more free time on the walks as well, it’s a tricky balance on a guided day tour but totally understand wanting that space to explore, take photos and do your own thing. It’s something we’ll keep in mind as we keep refining the experience. Hope to have you back out with us again soon.

Great trip! Our guide was...

Connor_H, Apr 2026

Great trip! Our guide was an absolute wizard at spotting wildlife and the entire trip tied together well. You get a really good breadth of the national parks and the glow worms are amazing!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the awesome feedback, sounds like you had a cracking day out. Spotting wildlife along the way always makes it extra special and our guides will love hearing this. Glad the whole experience came together nicely for you and that the glow worms lived up to the hype, they’re definitely a crowd favourite. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again next time you’re in Brisbane.

Beautiful tour of the rainforests near Brisbane

Devin_J, Mar 2026

It was a very nice mini van with good a/c. The pacing was good. We had 1 stop for an hour to shop/eat which wasn't explicitly declared in the agenda. But, you do get to eat on your own dime. The glow worms were semi disappointing. They have built an artificial cave and the guide is the only one with a light. Everyone gets to see the glow worms (about size of a eye lash). but if you are at the back you wont see the blind cave fish. The waterfall was a nice walk and beautiful scene. The dam was about normal, but they have a good cafe there. The most important thing for me is Brian made a point to let us see kola bears and kangaroo in the wild. He took extraordinary steps and it was wonderful.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the detailed feedback, really appreciate you taking the time to share it. Great to hear you were comfortable on board and that the pacing worked well for you, we aim to keep the day flowing without feeling rushed. We include a stop for food where guests can choose what suits them on the day, so thanks for calling that out. The glow worm experience is designed as a controlled environment with a guide leading the group, which helps protect the species and ensure everyone gets to see them, though we understand it can feel a bit different to expectations. Glad you enjoyed the waterfall walk and scenery along the way as well. And we love hearing this about Brian, he’s got a real knack for finding wildlife and goes the extra mile to make it happen. Spotting koalas and kangaroos in the wild is always a highlight and we’ll be sure to pass this on to him.

Good tour with a bit of chatter

Shahin_M, Mar 2026

Overall it was a nice tour. My only recommendation is for the tour guide to allow a little bit of down time (even 10 minutes) for people to just rest. Sometime less is more. Also, there was way too much focus on finding birds or other creatures. I'm personally not a birder and don't need each bird in the forest identified. Again, some of it is ok, but too much time spent on hunting down animals.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for your feedback, really appreciate the honest take. Glad you enjoyed the day overall. Your point about having a bit of downtime is a good one, even a short window to relax can make a big difference on a full day tour. We also get what you’re saying around wildlife focus, some guests love the detail while others prefer a lighter touch, so it’s about finding that balance. We’ll definitely take this on board as we keep refining the experience.

Fun Tambourine Day!

Nathaniel_D, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Sounds like a cracking day out, love this. Great mix of experiences and always hard to go past a good stop at Tamborine for lunch and tastings. That wattle liqueur is a solid takeaway too. Glad you enjoyed the glow worms and that your guide delivered on the wildlife spotting, that’s what makes the day really memorable. Appreciate you sharing and hope to see you again soon.

Such a great day trip....

Trina_S, Mar 2026

Such a great day trip. James was an awesome tour guide, so funny and knowledgeable!! There’s alot to see and do in one day. Would recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the awesome feedback. Sounds like a big day done right. James will love this, he brings great energy and knows his stuff. There’s definitely a lot packed into the day so it’s great to hear you enjoyed the mix. Really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon.

Shane was a great tour...

Maureen_G, Mar 2026

Shane was a great tour guide. Loved his stories and enjoyed the tour. Saw kangaroos, wallabies and koalas during it. Would highly recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks so much for the kind words, really appreciate it. Stoked you enjoyed the day and the stories, and even better that you got to see kangaroos, wallabies and koalas in the wild. That’s always a big win. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon.

Long day, but James was a...

Karen_B, Mar 2026

Long day, but James was a fantastic guide. There were 12 of us on this experience, which was a good size overall. Nice variety of nature encounters and cultural opportunities. Would definitely recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed the mix of experiences and that the group size worked well. James will love hearing this, he always brings great energy to the day. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon.

Great day out

MANDY_C, Feb 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great review, really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed the day and that James kept things fun and informative, he’ll love hearing this. Totally understand the glow worms can be a surprise, they’re much smaller than people expect but still a unique experience. Hope to see you again soon.

Great tour into the mountains

Fred_B, Feb 2026

The bus travel took less time than we were expecting... which was great. It was a relaxing and informative tour with some beautiful scenery. Our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, love hearing this. Shorter travel time and more time to enjoy the day is always a win. Glad you found it relaxing and informative, and that the scenery delivered. We’ll pass this on to your guide as well, they’ll really appreciate it. Hope to see you again soon.

Good outdoor experience

Andrew_C, Feb 2026

James, the guide, was well versed on the wildlife and trees. The walk through the rain forest was beautiful and we really appreciated the waterfalls

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the lovely feedback. James will really appreciate this, he’s incredibly passionate about the rainforest and all the wildlife in it. Glad you enjoyed the walk and those waterfall moments, they’re always a highlight of the day. Hope to have you back out with us again soon.

Nice forest trip, with...

Beata_P, Feb 2026

Nice forest trip, with lots of walking. Wear comfortable shoes. Very interesting. A lit of wild animals.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Spot on about the comfy shoes, there’s a bit of walking but it’s all part of the experience. Glad you enjoyed the day and got to see plenty of wildlife along the way. Hope to see you again soon.

Great way to get out of Brisbane and into nature

Andrew_J, Feb 2026

Super friendly and knowledgeable guide! Great stops and overall a good pace for a full, but not exhausting day. Would recommend!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed the pace and the mix of stops, that’s exactly what we aim for. Awesome to hear your guide made the day even better. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon.

This experience was well...

Phyllis_V, Feb 2026

This experience was worth the fee. It was a full day with a fantastic guide. James was very knowledgable and went out of his way to ensure our day was perfect.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Glad you felt it was worth it and enjoyed the full day out. James will love hearing this, he always goes the extra mile to make sure everything runs smoothly. Hope to see you again soon.

All the sites were...

Jay_M, Feb 2026

All the sites were extremely beautiful and if you don't have your own transportation this is a great option to get you out of the city and off to remote sites you would otherwise not get to see.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. That’s exactly what we aim to offer, an easy way to get out of the city and experience places you wouldn’t normally reach on your own. Glad you enjoyed the scenery and the day overall. Hope to see you again soon.

Lots of wildlife

Brigitte_S, Feb 2026

Very knowledgeable guide. We had a beautiful day in the rainforest, with easy hikes and the guide pointed out lots of animals. We saw Koalas in the wild, kangaroos and wallabies. Lizards and birds. He knew exactly where to look and to go. Highly recommended.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Sounds like a magic day with plenty of wildlife, always a bonus spotting koalas, kangaroos and wallabies in the wild. Our guides love finding those hidden spots so they’ll be stoked to hear this. Glad you enjoyed the walks and the day overall. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon.

Excellent tour and guide who cares a lot and drives well!

Anna_M, Feb 2026

Excellent experience with guide James, who clearly loves what he does and is passionate about the natural beauty found near Brisbane. He greeted me welcomingly at the meeting point. His driving was very safe and he curated the group to be cohesive. The minibus was clean and with working seatbelts and comfortable seats. This was a lovely tour of natural surroundings that respects the environment and wildlife. We saw 3, three! koalas in the wild, several native birds, a scrub turkey, a 'patty" (baby wallaby), GLOW WORMS, mini bats, tree frogs, and kangaroos - NO zoos involved. And - even saw a manmade glow worm sanctuary with some frogs, insects, and snakes in terrariums. Started and ended on time. Plenty of clean restrooms throughout the tour! I also enjoyed the stop in Tambourine to have lunch. The stop at the Dam had an amazing cafe- which was unexpected and delightful for afternoon tea and a snack. Thanks James!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Wow, what an incredible day, love this. Three koalas in the wild is something special and sounds like you had wildlife popping up everywhere. James will be absolutely stoked to read this, he really does love what he does and takes pride in making the day run smoothly and safely while keeping the group vibe right. Great to hear you enjoyed the mix of stops too, Tamborine for lunch and that dam café are always crowd favourites. Really appreciate you sharing such a detailed review and hope to see you back out with us again soon.

Waterfall tour Tamborine Mountain

Noeleen_S, Feb 2026

Was a fantastic day, our guide James was very knowledgeable on the flora and fauna of each area we stopped, we even saw several koala's in their native habitat along the way. Was a great day with a great group of people.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. James will love hearing this, he’s super passionate about the flora and fauna and always finds those special wildlife moments. Spotting koalas in the wild is a big win. Glad you had a great day with a great group and hope to see you again soon.

Five stars

Wendy_P, Jan 2026

James provided an interesting, educational and amusing commentary on all we did. He found many birds and animals for us to view in the forests. Very enjoyable!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. James will love hearing this, he’s great at keeping things fun while sharing plenty of knowledge. Awesome to hear you enjoyed the wildlife spotting and the day overall. Hope to see you again soon.

Great way to see the...

Melanie_W, Jan 2026

Great way to see the subtropical rainforest. The waterfalls and Natural bridge were great to see and enjoy. However, it was the Glow worm cave tour that really made this tour extra special. Not something one can see many places and this man-made cave is an exceptional experience. Only real drawback to this tour was the amount of time necessary in the tour bus to get down and back from Brisbane.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed the rainforest, waterfalls and Natural Bridge, and awesome to hear the glow worm cave was a standout for you, it’s definitely a unique experience. We understand the travel time can feel like a lot, but it’s what allows us to reach these more remote spots in a single day. Thanks again for sharing and hope to see you again soon.

Great day exploring!

Michelle_L, Jan 2026

Great trip and our guide Shane was awesome! Knowledgeable and took an interest in getting to know everyone in the group. Just the right length of time for a daily excursion and lots of great stops to see the areas around Brisbane.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Stoked you enjoyed the day and the mix of stops. Shane will love hearing this, he really enjoys getting to know everyone on board. Glad the timing worked well for you too. Hope to see you again soon.

We really enjoyed seeing...

Rebecca_V, Jan 2026

We really enjoyed seeing some of the little gems in the national rain forests -- it was a great opportunity to get out of the city. Keep in mind that there is a bit of driving, and going up and down the hills means curves, so it might be helpful to take some motion sickness medication if you are prone to car sickness.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed getting out into the rainforest and discovering those hidden spots. Good tip on the motion sickness too, the winding roads are all part of reaching those more remote areas. Hope to see you again soon.

Highlights are...

Eddie_M, Jan 2026

Highlights are subtropical rainforest, glowing worms cave. If you’re not from Asia, the different topography would be interesting. Otherwise, it’s ordinary and definitely not an eye opener.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for your feedback, we appreciate you sharing your perspective. Glad you enjoyed the rainforest and glow worm cave, they’re definitely unique highlights of the day. We understand that experiences can feel different depending on what you’ve seen before, and we aim to offer a mix of scenery and wildlife that showcases this region. Thanks again for your thoughts, it helps us keep refining the experience.

Tambourine, Springbrook tour!

Paula_L, Dec 2025

James, our guide/driver was wonderful! Knowledgeable about the area and animals. Great eye for spotting the wallaby, birds, and other animals, making sure to help everyone in the group see them.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for the wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that James made the day special with his knowledge of the area and wildlife, and his great eye for spotting animals and helping everyone see them. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Great!

sharon_w, Dec 2025

This is a great trip for seeing beautiful natural rainforest and wildlife. The hiking is easy even when it's really hot.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful rainforest and wildlife, and that you found the walks manageable even in the heat. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again.

From start to finish it...

John_S, Dec 2025

From start to finish it was excellent. A knowledgeable guide who seemed to be able to see/find various types of animals/birds reptiles on the forest floor or driving by them in the trees.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for the wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had an excellent experience from start to finish and that your guide’s knowledge and sharp eye helped you spot so much wildlife along the way. We really appreciate you sharing your experience.

Magnificent rainforest

Athena_G, Dec 2025

Beautiful drive and a great tour guide Peter new his work and very entertaining 10/10 asset to the company

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for the fantastic feedback. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful drive and that Peter made the day entertaining and informative. He’s a real asset to our team and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Must visited journey

Yichun_K, Dec 2025

A wonderful and relaxing outdoor experience. Our driver ＋ tour guide Peter was incredibly fun and attentive, and we truly had a fantastic day.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for the lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you had a wonderful and relaxing outdoor experience and that Peter made the day fun and attentive. We’re glad you had such a fantastic day with us.