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Evening Rainforest and Glow Worm Tour from Gold Coast with Dessert and Stargazing
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Evening Rainforest and Glow Worm Tour from Gold Coast with Dessert and Stargazing

by Southern Cross Tours

4 hours
Surfers Paradise Gold Coast Queensland
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4 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
A$225A$250Save 10%
2 adults × A$112.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This 3.5-hour evening tour in Surfers Paradise takes visitors on a guided walk through the rainforest to Curtis Falls, followed by glow worm viewing. The tour starts with hotel pickup from selected locations on the Gold Coast and includes a stop at a mountain café on Tamborine Mountain for dessert and a hot drink. Guests receive a flashlight, insect repellent, and an umbrella for the walk. The guide provides live commentary about the local plants and animals during the 45-minute rainforest walk to the waterfall. At Curtis Falls, the group spends about 15 minutes observing glow worms along the rock face. Weather permitting, stargazing is included before returning to the starting point with hotel drop-off. Gratuities are not included.

Highlights

Guided rainforest walk to Curtis Falls waterfall
Glow worm viewing along the rock face
Dessert and hot drink at Tamborine Mountain café
Stargazing if weather allows
Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected Gold Coast locations
Use of flashlight, insect repellent, and umbrellas included

What's included

Glow worm viewing experience
Stargazing subject to weather conditions
Dessert and hot drink served at a mountain café
Expert local guide providing live commentary
Guided walk through the rainforest to Curtis Falls
Use of flashlight, insect repellent, and umbrellas during the walk
Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected Gold Coast locations

What's not included

Gratuities

Itinerary

1

Tamborine Mountain

Guests stop at a mountain top restaurant on Tamborine Mountain for about 30 minutes to enjoy a hot drink and choose from freshly baked cakes.

30 min

2

Rainforest walk to the waterfall

An expert local guide leads a 45-minute walk through the rainforest. Each guest uses a torch to light the path while learning about the area's plants and animals on the way to the glow worm site.

45 min

3

Curtis Falls

The group spends approximately 15 minutes near Curtis Falls waterfall. Here, glow worms can be seen along the rock face during the guided walk.

15 min

Meeting point

Check in 10 minutes before your tour at the Aquaduck office: Corner of Cavill Ave & Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217. Pick-ups available from select locations. Contact the local operator at least 24 hours in advance on +61 7 5655 0716 to arrange.

End point

Check in 10 minutes before your tour at the Aquaduck office: Corner of Cavill Ave & Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217. Pick-ups available from select locations. Contact the local operator at least 24 hours in advance on +61 7 5655 0716 to arrange.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Guests should wear comfortable walking shoes and a jacket for cooler evening temperatures.
Weather conditions may change the itinerary and affect wildlife sightings.
Infants aged 0-1 years can join the tour at 50% of the child fare if pre-booked by calling +61 7 56550716, subject to availability.
The meeting point is the Aquaduck Office; guests should arrive 10 minutes early for check-in. Optional hotel pick-up is available from selected Gold Coast locations if arranged directly with the local operator at least 24 hours before departure by calling +61 7 5655 0716.
No storage is available on the bus or at the tour office for prams or large bags; these should be left in a car or hotel room.
Anyone under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older.
Southern Cross Tours may change or cancel parts of the itinerary due to road closures, weather, supplier issues, or other operational factors.
Alternative vehicles may be used if a Southern Cross vehicle is unavailable.
Tour duration is approximate and measured from departure to return at the Aquaduck booking office in Surfers Paradise.
Minimum participant numbers apply; the tour may be canceled after booking if minimums are not met, with a full refund or alternative offered.
Total
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