Private Brisbane: Gold Coast Wildlife and Rainforest Adventure
Brisbane, Australia
From USD 300.26
Private Brisbane: Gold Coast Wildlife and Rainforest Adventure
Brisbane, Australia





Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.

Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Escape the city and enjoy Brisbane’s gorgeous countryside, with guided nature walks through nearby national parkland. Discover scenic viewpoints, spot kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat, walk along the treetops, learn about the region’s birdlife, and enjoy a tasty lunch in the great outdoors. It’s the ultimate Gold Coast nature adventure!
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Highlights
- Walk through gorgeous national parkland of eucalyptus and stop at scenic viewpoints.
- Spot native wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat.
- Take a guided treetop walk for a bird’s eye view of the forest.
- Enjoy morning tea and a delicious homemade lunch while taking in views of the countryside and Brisbane city skyline.
- Cool off with a refreshing swim under a waterfall (optional, weather permitting).
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Schedule details
- Duration: 9.5 hours
- Pickup location:
You will be picked up at your hotel or other location of your choosing.
- Pickup time: Various
- Drop off location:
You will be dropped off at your hotel or other convenient location of your choice (for non-hotel drop-offs, we will need to organize this the day prior to your tour).
Language: English
Inclusions: Local, experienced English-speaking guide, private transportation, morning tea with local fruit tasting, homemade snacks, lunch. sunscreen and insect repellent, binoculars and umbrellas for borrowed use.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
This full-day Gold Coast adventure is by far our favorite and most popular experience in Southeast Queensland! Together with your local guide, you’ll explore the Gold Coast Beach and Hinterland areas, complete with guided walks, great views and a tasty food stop.
We’ll start our stunning nature walk with some scenic views, and a guided kangaroo and koala viewing excursion. We’ll stop for morning tea at a lookout before heading off for more wildlife-spotting along 4WD tracks amongst a forest of Eucalyptus trees.
We’ll continue with a rainforest walk to Curtis Falls in Tamborine National Park. The Tamborine escarpment is home to 85% of all the animal species found in the City of Gold Coast area, making it one of the best places to see native creatures in the wild. Be sure to bring your bathing suit, as we may be able to go swimming, weather permitting.
We’ll stop to enjoy a homemade lunch at a spot that offers a view of both the countryside and the city skyline.
From the land to the sky, we’ll take a fully guided treetop walk at O’Reillys Canopy, and go bird watching at Lamington National Park, which is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage area, and includes the most extensive areas of subtropical rainforest in the world.
At the end of your tour, we’ll return you to your hotel or other drop-off point of your choice (please arrange with us the day prior to your tour if you’d like an alternate drop-off than your hotel).
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, experienced English-speaking guide, private transportation, morning tea with local fruit tasting, homemade snacks, lunch. sunscreen and insect repellent, binoculars and umbrellas for borrowed use.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable clothing for walking. Dress for the weather and keep in mind it can be cool at some view spots during winter months.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at your hotel for pick up. Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher. If your details are not correct, it is very important to please email us to confirm your correct pick up hotel using the contact details on the voucher. If you prefer you may also phone the change through to us during business hours.
Additional Information: The animals we see and come across are wild and as such there will be no petting or touching. We do not visit a zoo on this experience.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@brisbaneurbanadventures.com.
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Local contact
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