Kangaroos and Mountain Views Day Tour from Gold Coast
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore Tamborine National Park, the Gold Coast Hinterland’s crown jewel, and enjoy this charming mountaintop community. Begin your adventure with a serene walk through Coombabah Lake Conservation Park, where you can encounter kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat.
Continue your journey to Mount Tamborine, indulge in handcrafted scones and a warm cup of morning tea at the Manor, an enchanting historic hotel. Wander through Gallery Walk, immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of local craftsmanship displayed in its unique boutiques.
Finally, stand in awe of the spectacular panoramic views of the Gold Coast Skyline that unfold before you from atop the mountain.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour begins from Aquaduck office at start time. Please arrive 10mins prior to check in. Pick ups from selected locations available. Please contact local tour operator directly at least 24hrs prior to your tour to arrange pick up. Phone +61 7 5655 0716
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Infants 0-1 years can join the tour at 50% of the child fare (subject to availability) . Infants must be pre booked by phoning the operator directly on +61 7 56550716.
Please note there is no storage in the bus or tour office for prams or large bags. Kindly leave them in your car or hotel room.
Any person under the age of 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult 18+
Southern Cross Tours may alter or cancel any section of the itinerary which may result from road closures, weather, suppliers or any other condition of an operational nature.
Alternate vehicles may be used in the event that a Southern Cross vehicle is unavailable.
Tour duration is approximate and is based on tour time starting from and returning to Aquaduck booking office, Surfers Paradise.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area
Begin your adventure with a serene walk through Coombabah Lake Conservation Park, where you can encounter kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat.
Tamborine Mountain
Continue your journey to the historic splendour of Mount Tamborine, where you can indulge in handcrafted scones and a warm cup of morning tea at the Manor, an enchanting historic hotel.
What‘s Included
Morning Tea at historic mountain top restaurant.
Local guide
Pick up and drop off from selected locations. Contact local operator directly to arrange pick up.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Conservation Park fees included
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Kangaroos and Mountain Views Day Tour from Gold Coast
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour! We saw...
Allan R,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! We saw kangaroos and koalas. The waterfall hike and mountain views were also great. Our guide Bill was very friendly and shared lots of interesting information.
Exploring Mount Tamborine
hayleywatson92,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great day out seeing so much of the beauty Australia has to offer. This tour covers a little bit of everything. It starts with the scenic drive out to an area where you get to see kangaroos (very different watching them be weary of humans compared to zoos or sanctuaries where you can feed them). If you are lucky you might see a koala up a tree ( we saw one). Following this you have another scenic drive up Mount Tamborine to do scones with jam and cream at the Manor. You can then walk through the rainforest to a waterfall (quite a lot of stairs but you can elect to walk on before the group - my mum has knee issuesanddid this) it's well worth it if able. Then the tour concludes with time to explore gallery walk (shops and cafes). Mark was a fantastic tour guide.
A must go! One of the best tours I have ever taken!
Patricia S,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Everyone should experience this, especially with Sam and his private tour of Philip Island. Sam is amazing, knowledgeable, pleasant and flexible. We couldn’t have been more pleased. Highly recommend.
Fantastic day tour into Tamborine and Coombabah with an excellent guide!
YYC JustinC,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife, daughter and I had an amazing day with Amber on this tour. She was incredibly friendly and knowledgable, and made our experience unforgettable. We were very lucky to be the only clients on the bus, which turned the experience into a very positive personal one! We stopped in Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Park both at the beginning and end of our day, and were able to see dozens of kangaroos from afar and up close. Our multiple stops in Tambourine National Park allowed for an appreciation of the views all the way down to the coast, and a short hike down to Curtis Falls was full of interesting biology. The Gallery Walk was a reasonable experience, with multiple different craft and coffee shops. Overall, a great way to spend the day learning and seeing. Many thanks to Amber for making the experience a fantastic one.
A day out with kangaroos and views
valencialane,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day out with Matt, he was very informative and the day was very interesting with the right balance of experiences
Kangaroos galore in their natural habitat.
P9543PCjessicak,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jaime was an amazing guide. Thanks to him, we saw many kangaroos including joeys; we saw only one koala, which was to be expected. Tamborine national forest is also included on this tour and is beautiful.
A First class tour and guide.
waynebP9756VV,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A first class experience! We highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Jaime, was waiting for us at our hotel and it was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with him. He was very knowledgeable, diligent, made sure we saw kangaroos and koalas, and made the rain forest hike come alive with his knowledge and professionalism. A great experience you don’t want to miss !
Highly recommend
kellyep,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was well run, in a smaller group and very comfy van. But the one of the best aspects(besides fantastic scenery) was our guide Mark. He really made the day with very informative commentary but most of all his passion for the area.
Passionate Guides
953jennyw,Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked 2 tours: Kangaroos & Koalas and the Glow Worms. So, we were able to see Mt. Tamborine during the day and at night. Super knowledgeable tour guides taught us so much about the natural habitat and so much more. Thanks Mark and Bill!
Gold Coast, Beyond the Beach
880keelys,Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Our guide was Jaime and he was exceptional! He’s super friendly and so down-to-earth. The whole day went smoothly from start to finish. Jaime was very considerate and knowledgeable. He allowed us to proceed at our pace so that we could truly take in and appreciate our surroundings. In addition to the beautiful natural surroundings on Tamborine Mountain and the rainforest, we were able to gain insights on the people and culture of Australia. This tour gave us a better appreciation for the Good Coast area as a whole.
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