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Explore the scenic hinterland with day trips from Brisbane to Mount Tamborine. These tours offer everything from wine and fudge tastings to walking the Rainforest Skywalk and exploring the Glow Worm Caves.
Free Cancellation Taste wines and native-ingredient spirits at three Tamborine Mountain stops in a group capped at 11 passengers.
Free Cancellation Taste 6-10 wines at multiple Mt Tamborine wineries with a two-course lunch and a distillery visit.
Free Cancellation Visit the rainforest skywalk and bioluminescent glow worm caves with this flexible mountain shuttle service.
Free Cancellation Small-group Tamborine Mountain tour with two winery tastings, lookout stops, and city pickups.
Free Cancellation Tour family-owned wineries and an award-winning distillery in the Queensland hinterland with a two-course lunch included.
Free Cancellation Walk the rainforest canopy skywalk before using a hop-on hop-off shuttle to visit distilleries and waterfalls.
Free Cancellation This hop-on hop-off shuttle links Brisbane to Tamborine Mountain's rainforest trails and 75 Gallery Walk boutiques.
Read what travelers share about their experience visiting Mount Tamborine — from practical tips to personal highlights.
Tours from Brisbane to Mount Tamborine cover the 80-kilometer drive in about an hour and a quarter. You spend the day on a 525-meter basalt plateau split between dense rainforest national park and small villages focused on wine and crafts. Most itineraries combine a short bushwalk with cellar-door tastings or a canopy skywalk.
Elevated steel bridges run through the upper canopy 30 meters above Cedar Creek. The 1.5-kilometer circuit takes 45 minutes to walk. Wear shoes with solid grip because the metal gets slick after rain.
Cedar Creek Estate houses a purpose-built cave for native Arachnocampa flava larvae. A 30-minute guided walk uses red torchlight to reveal thousands of bioluminescent insects glowing in the dark.
Minibuses navigate the winding mountain roads to family-run vineyards. Tastings usually cover six to ten varieties per stop, often poured by the staff who bottled them.
A 1.5-kilometer track descends through the Joalah section to a rock pool at the base of the falls. You walk past exposed basalt columns left by ancient lava flows.
The main commercial strip on the mountain has local shops, cafes, and fudge stores. Hop-on hop-off buses use this as a central hub for lunch breaks.
Water cascades over basalt tiers into deep pools. The viewing platform is accessible for assisted wheelchairs. Skip the swimming; submerged rocks and strong currents cause serious injuries here.
Brisbane departures leave the city between 8:30 and 9:00 am and return around 5:00 pm. You choose between structured guided tours and flexible hop-on hop-off shuttles.
Hop-on hop-off buses run a continuous loop between attractions, letting you set the pace. Fully guided options keep a strict schedule for included winery tastings and two-course lunches.
Read the fine print on shuttle passes. Basic transport tickets cover the ride only. Upgraded packages bundle the $21.50 Skywalk admission and the glow worm cave tour.
The drive up from Canungra or Nerang involves steep, narrow roads. Operators use Mercedes-Benz minibuses or 13-seat vans because full-size coaches cannot navigate the tight mountain curves.
Winery tours often include a restaurant lunch, but basic shuttles do not. You buy your own meals at the Gallery Walk or pack food to eat at the Cedar Creek picnic tables.
The Skywalk and Botanic Gardens provide flat, easy walking. National park tracks like Witches Falls drop down steep slopes and require sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
The plateau catches 1,500 millimeters of rain a year, mostly from December to April. Heavy downpours close walking tracks and flood the rock pools.
Wine-focused itineraries enforce an 18-year minimum age. Families with children book the hop-on hop-off shuttles or private tours to access Thunderbird Park and the short bushwalks.
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| Hop-On Hop-Off Shuttle | Skywalk & Caves Combo | Small-Group Wine Tour | Luxury Winery Lunch | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Style | Flexible pace | Structured sightseeing | Food and drink focus | Premium experience |
| Best For | Independent travelers | Families | Couples | Celebrations |
| Included Activities | Transport only (attractions extra) | Transport, Skywalk entry, Glow Worm tour | 2-3 winery tastings, distillery visit | Guided tastings, 2-course chef lunch |
| Price Estimate | ~$87 USD | ~$128 USD | ~$146 USD | ~$241 USD |
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Most sections of Tamborine National Park are open 24 hours a day, though walking is only advised during daylight. The Cedar Creek section is gated and locked overnight. It opens from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm between October 1 and March 31, and closes at 6:00 pm the rest of the year.
The Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk operates daily. Ticket sales run from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, and the gates lock at 5:00 pm.
Mount Tamborine sits 80 kilometers south of Brisbane. Tour vans take about 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach the plateau via Beenleigh and Tamborine Village.
There is no direct public bus onto the mountain. Independent transit requires taking a train to the Nerang Bicentennial Centre and paying roughly $70 AUD for a taxi up the steep access roads.
Tour operators pick up from Brisbane CBD hotels between 8:30 am and 9:00 am. They confirm exact times via text message the evening before departure.
Winter (June to August) brings mild, dry days averaging 17°C. This is the prime window for hiking the national park trails without heavy humidity.
The wet season runs from December through April. The mountain receives 1,500 millimeters of rain annually, mostly in these months. Downpours make the basalt steps slippery and frequently force the closure of creek crossings.
Summer weekends fill the small trailhead car parks early. Tour buses bypass this issue by dropping passengers directly at the entry points.
Gas barbecues are available at the Cedar Creek and The Knoll picnic areas. Witches Falls provides electric barbecues. Open fires are strictly prohibited everywhere on the plateau.
There are no rubbish bins anywhere in Tamborine National Park. You must carry out all food scraps and packaging.
Toilets sit at the main trailheads and within the commercial venues on the Gallery Walk.
They are full-day trips. Shuttles and guided vans leave Brisbane between 8:30 and 9:00 am and return to the city around 5:00 pm. The drive takes just over an hour each way.
Basic tickets (around $87 USD) cover transport only. Upgraded combo tickets (around $128 USD) include your bus pass, the $21.50 Skywalk admission, and the glow worm cave tour.
No. Swimming is prohibited in the rock pools. Submerged objects, slippery rocks, and strong currents cause serious injuries, and entry beyond the viewing platforms is illegal.
The first 300 meters and the main entry bridge accommodate wheelchairs. The remainder of the 1.5-kilometer circuit involves stairs and uneven surfaces.
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are essential for the walking tracks. Bring a warm layer; the 525-meter elevation keeps the mountain noticeably cooler than Brisbane year-round.
Premium wine tours include a two-course restaurant lunch. Hop-on hop-off shuttles leave you to buy your own food at the Gallery Walk cafes or pack a picnic.
Most wine-focused itineraries enforce a strict 18-year minimum age. Families use the hop-on hop-off bus or book private transport to access the short bushwalks and Thunderbird Park.
The loop shuttle runs every two hours between the main mountain hubs. If you miss your scheduled pickup, you wait two hours for the next one to arrive.
Tours visit the Cedar Creek Estate purpose-built cave to see native Arachnocampa flava larvae during the day. Seeing them in the wild requires an independent night hike.
Yes, but heavy rain from December to April makes metal walkways slippery and can close specific national park trails. The wineries and glow worm caves operate regardless of weather.
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This tour stops at two wineries and one distillery on Tamborine Mountain. Groups are limited to 11 people, which keeps the van from feeling like a bus. You'll taste whites and reds at the wineries before trying spirits distilled with native Australian botanicals. Most of these labels are small-batch and hard to find in retail stores. The mountain air is usually five degrees cooler than the coast. Bring a sweater. The road up the hinterland has sharp turns. It can be a slog if you're prone to motion sickness, so grab a seat at the front of the van. It's the right move if you want to avoid the big commercial crowds.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This trip goes from Brisbane to the Mt Tamborine ridge for tastings at several family-run wineries. You'll try between six and ten varieties at each stop, often guided by the staff who bottled them. The drive up the mountain takes roughly an hour. It's a winding road—sit near the front if you're prone to motion sickness. Most of these small-batch labels aren't sold in major retail chains. Lunch is a two-course meal at a winery, followed by a tasting at the Mt Tamborine Distillery. You'll sample their schnapps or liqueurs before a final stop at the Gallery Walk. This street is the local hub for craft shopping and handmade fudge. Grab a slice of the salted caramel. The walk gets crowded on Saturdays, so keep an eye on the clock to make the return shuttle.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This shuttle connects the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk and the Glow Worm Caves on a loop around the plateau. The Skywalk is a 1.5-kilometer forest track that takes roughly 45 minutes to walk, including a 40-meter cantilever bridge suspended 30 meters above Cedar Creek. It's a steel structure, so it doesn't sway, but the view straight down is intense. Wear sneakers or hiking boots. The Glow Worm Caves are controlled-environment tunnels where thousands of bioluminescent larvae cling to the roof. You'll spend 30 minutes inside with a guide. It's dark and damp. Cameras and phones stay in your pocket because any light—even a screen—disturbs the worms' feeding cycle. The bus follows a set timetable, so grab a photo of the schedule when you board. The road up the mountain has sharp hairpins. If you get car sick, the front seats are the best spot. Book the morning slot to avoid the school groups that usually arrive after lunch.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This small-group trip visits family-run vineyards on Tamborine Mountain with two guided tastings included. You'll cover the cost of lunch and any extra wine samples at the cellar doors yourself. The route stops at mountain lookouts and the Gallery Walk, a strip of local shops and cafes. Let the guide handle the hairpins. Pickups and drop-offs occur at specific locations in the city. Most shops on the Gallery Walk close by late afternoon, so browse early if you're after local crafts. If it's raining, the mountain views often disappear behind thick mist. Check the forecast before booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This day trip visits family-owned wineries and a distillery in the South East Queensland hinterland. You'll travel in Mercedes-Benz minibuses — the newest fleet in the region — which handle the mountain curves more smoothly than the older vans typical of these tours. Tastings are included at every stop, led by staff who know the soil and the vintage. Pickups start around 8:00 AM to beat the highway traffic. Lunch is a two-course meal at a vineyard restaurant with views of the vines you just tasted from. The route climbs through Tamborine Mountain, where the air is cooler and the vegetation shifts to thick rainforest. Stick to the distillery for spirits; it's the most awarded in the country. Groups stay under 12 people. This keeps the pace steady and prevents long queues for the bar. The guides know the backroads, but the drive back to the city can get sluggish on Sunday afternoons. Grab a bottle of the local tawny before you head home.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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The tour begins at the Tamborine Mountain Rainforest Skywalk, where the path runs through the forest canopy. You'll walk on elevated bridges high above the ground. It’s a circuit through the upper trees. Wear shoes with grip, as the walkways get slippery after rain. A hop-on hop-off shuttle runs for the rest of the afternoon. It stops at waterfalls, viewpoints, historical sites, and the local distillery. Use the lookouts for the scenery. If you'd rather drink, get off for the gin and liqueur tasting. Check the driver's schedule for the final return leg. Minibuses pick up directly from hotels in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. These are new minibuses. The service is door-to-door, so you don't need to find a central meeting point.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Shuttles leave Brisbane at 8:30 am for the hour-long drive to the Scenic Rim. Once you're on Tamborine Mountain, a loop shuttle runs every two hours between the main hubs. You manage your own schedule rather than following a guide. If you miss a pickup, you'll be waiting two hours for the next one. Pack an umbrella, as the mountain weather shifts fast. The Gallery Walk has over 75 storefronts selling local crafts, fudge, and clothing. It's the busiest part of the mountain and where you'll find the most lunch options. For a quieter pace, follow the National Park tracks to the waterfalls. You'll want shoes with grip for the damp rocks near the falls. There's a distillery on the route for tastings, though you'll pay for those separately. Hikers should hit the rainforest trails early before the midday humidity. The bus departs the mountain at 4:00 pm to arrive back in Brisbane by 5:00 pm. Don't miss that final 4:00 pm shuttle or you're looking at a very expensive cab ride home.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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