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Tour 1 - Window to the Wilderness

Travel beyond the beaches to Nature's Paradise, the World Heritage Listed Rainforests of Lamington National Park and Tamborine Mountain. Sweeping views, cascading waterfalls and some awesome four wheel driving make this an exciting and unforgettable day.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• O'REILLY'S RAINFOREST CANOPY BOARDWALK, HAND FEED COLOURFUL BIRDS
• GUIDED RAINFOREST WALKS, SPECTACULAR WATERFALLS
• COOL MOUNTAIN STREAM (BRING YOUR SWIMSUIT)
• BBQ LUNCH, LEARN TO CRACK A STOCK WHIP AND THROW A BOOMERANG
• SECLUDED FOREST TRAILS, KANGAROOS, KOALAS

Pick up from accommodation: 7.30 am - 8.00 am
Return: 5.00 pm - 5.30 pm

Includes: Morning tea, BBQ Lunch

Your "Window to the Wilderness" tour begins on Queensland's Gold coast, truly a holiday paradise. However, a short distance beyond the beaches another paradise awaits, Nature's Paradise, the World Heritage Listed Rainforests of Lamington National Park. The trek into the Hinterland region follows the original pioneer's track to the volcanic plateau of Tamborine Mountain. This area of secluded eucalyptus forests provides a private sanctuary for koala, wallabies and other varied wildlife.

A break for morning tea and chance to check out Gallery Walk on the Mountain.
Delicious fresh scones, served with jams, cream, tea and coffee.

The day with nature continue as the four-wheel drive negotiates mountainside tracks. We might encounter a shy koala sleeping the day away in a gum tree or catch a glimpse of a resident wallaby or come across a goanna basking in the sun. Who knows what other natural experiences lie ahead as we travel deeper into the bush?

Time to stretch the legs when guides, who are renowned for their local knowledge and expertise, escort you on a leisurely bush walk. Discover lush subtropical rainforests with cascading waterfalls, learn about the forests unique characteristics, how the Aboriginal people gathered food from the forest floor and the animals and birds that call the area home.

Lunch time, getting hungry? Tucked away in the Aussie bush beside a crystal clear creek is our unique lunch venue "Quamby" (Aboriginal meaning - stop, rest awhile). With all the appeal of "The Outback" yet only a stone's throw from the Gold coast, property provides the ideal venue for a delicious BBQ lunch with all the trimmings. Mouth-watering beefsteaks, chicken, fish or vegetarian accompanied by crisp salads and fresh fruit.

Entertainment includes a whip cracking demonstration and everyone is encouraged to participate, often with hilarious results. On a hot summer's day, nearby cool waters and rock pools provide the opportunity for a refreshing swim so it is recommended that guests bring their swimsuits.

Following lunch, the tour continues on into the mountainous regions of Lamington National Park (Australia's largest preserved natural stand of subtropical rainforest). At O'Reilly's Plateau, some 3,000 feet above see level, colourful native birds flock around and can hand fed. The Treetop Boardwalk through the rainforest canopy offers a bird's eye view of this enchanting area, especially for those who climb the observation tower, while a browse through Gran O'Reilly's Gift Shop will reveal unique souvenirs of your visit to this special place.

Leaving O'Reilly's the four-wheel drive heads down to the Kerry Valley along a bush track. The magnificent view of mountains and valleys to the west providing some great photo opportunities. On the return journey to the Gold Coast, sightings of kangaroos is common as they emerge form their bush retreats to feed on the lush pastures of the Kerry Valley farmlands.

What to Wear/Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Hat & sunscreen
• Swimsuit & towel (if you want to swim)
• Raincoat, jumper

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Tour 2 - Outback Tracks

Discover the secrets of this magnificent Mountain Rainforest. Learn about Bush Tucker and local flora and fauna on a guided Bushwalk. Sample wines at a local Winery & Vineyard.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• GUIDED RAINFOREST WALKS, WATERFALLS, PANORAMIC VIEWS
• 4WD TRACKS THROUGH MOUNTAINSIDE FORESTS, NATIVE ANIMALS
• WHIP CRACKING
• SALES AND TASTING OF FINE WINES
• SWIMMING A COOL MOUNTAIN STREAM (BRING YOUR SWIMSUIT)

Pick up from accommodation: 8:00 am & 1:00 pm
Return: 12:3.00 pm & 5:30 pm

Includes: Morning tea, Wine Tasting

Pick up form Gold Coast at 8.00am for journey to Tamborine Mountain National Parks.

Following the original track built by early pioneer's to transport their produce to the Coast the tours winds through eucalyptus trees to enter the magnificent rainforests of Tamborine Mountain National Parks. While negotiating this seldom used track experienced bush guides keep a look out for koala and other native wildlife.

A break for morning tea and chance to check out Gallery Walk on the Mountain.
Delicious fresh scones, served with jams, cream, tea and coffee.

Our guides are renowned for their local knowledge and expertise. Share their favorite places and learn about the Hinterland, it's unique flora and fauna, it's Aboriginal people and the early Settlers. View waterfalls cascading into cool mountain streams and on a hot summer's day there's time for a refreshing dip so bring your swimming gear. Drive through mountainside forests along secluded 4WD tracks - the only way to experience the real Australian bush - no one here, just you and nature.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along Gallery Walk where fine arts and crafts, antiques and cuckoo clocks are available for sale. Taste fine wines at Mount Tamborine Winery's Gallery Walk facility.

A trip to Tamborine mountain would not be complete without a visit to a local vineyard for a taste testing.

The return journey to the Gold Coast provides sweeping views of Coast and surrounding mountain ranges.

The trek into the Hinterland region for our "Window to the Wilderness" Tour follows the original pioneer's track to the volcanic plateau of Tamborine Mountain. We might encounter a shy koala sleeping the day away in a gum tree or catch a glimpse of a resident wallaby. Who knows what other natural experiences lie ahead as we travel deeper into the bush?

A break for morning tea and chance to check out Gallery Walk on the Mountain. Delicious fresh scones, served with jams, cream, tea and coffee.

Time to stretch the legs when guides, who are renowned for their local knowledge and expertise, escort you on a leisurely rainforest walk. Discover lush subtropical rainforests with cascading waterfalls, learn about the forests unique characteristics, how the Aboriginal people gathered food and the animals and birds that call the area home.

Lunch time, getting hungry? With all the appeal of "The Outback" yet only a stone's throw from the Gold coast, our property provides the ideal venue for a delicious lunch with all the trimmings. Mouth-watering beefsteaks, chicken, fish or vegetarian accompanied by crisp salads and fresh fruit.

Entertainment includes whip cracking and Boomerang throwing and everyone is encouraged to participate. On a hot summer's day, nearby cool waters and rock pools provide the opportunity for a refreshing swim.

After lunch, the tour continues on into the mountainous regions of Lamington National Park. At O'Reilly's Plateau, some 3,000 feet above see level, colourful native birds flock around and you can hand fed. The Treetop Boardwalk through the rainforest canopy offers a bird's eye view of this enchanting area,
On the way home, sightings of kangaroos is common as they emerge form their bush retreats to feed on the lush pastures of the local farmlands.

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Tour Rates:

Window to Wilderness - Tour 1
Current 2009 Rates	$132.00 (duration of 9 Hours, 20 Minutes) $75.00 per child (duration of 9 Hours, 20 Minutes)
Outback Tracks - Tour 2
Current 2009 Rates	$85.00 (duration of 5 Hours) $45.00 per child (duration of 5 Hours)

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