Southern Cross Tours Surfers Paradise Wine & Vineyard

This is a Tamborine Mountain tour like no other!

Your Tamborine Mountain journey of discovery begins with a visit to a working coffee plantation where you will learn the secret of making the perfect brew.  Stop to take in the breathtaking view at Rotary Lookout, before arriving at a special lunch venue, located in the art and nature precinct of Tamborine Mountain. Taste delicious local produce accompanied by a glass of beer, wine or juice as you learn the workings of this sustainable mountain cafe. 

Time to stretch the legs as we take you on a fully guided leisurely walk through one of the region’s most beautiful rainforests to the mountain’s only spring fed waterfall. Discovering the lush subtropical rainforests where we will tell you about the forest’s unique characteristics, how the Aboriginal people gathered food from the forest floor and the animals and birds that call the area home.

Take a relaxing stroll through the quaint Mount Tamborine village. We allow some free time for you to browse the shops along Gallery Walk, Tamborine Mountain’s arts and crafts precinct with locally made items. Tamborine is starting to build a reputation for its wineries so this tour would not be complete without a wine tasting in the village. (wine and beer tasting at your own cost).

Enjoy the afternoon at a beautiful family owned distillery. Take a personalised behind the scenes tour and taste the award winning local gins. Distilled on site, the signature gin blends are inspired by the mountain environment and feature locally grown native flavour infusions. 

Remove the hassle of driving and experience the hinterland with the Gold Coast’s most experienced rainforest tour operator. We’ve taken care of all the details. All you need to do is relax and enjoy yourself. 

Tour Highlights:

● Scenic drive up the mountain and panoramic views across the Scenic Rim and Gold Coast.

● Enjoy the serenity of the forest as you breathe the fresh mountain air and spot native wildlife. 

● Learn about the flora and fauna of the forest from your guide as you journey through the ancient rainforest to the waterfall.

● Lunch featuring local produce and wine, beer or juice at a fully sustainable mountain cafe.

● Learn about the local environment, history and the Tamborine township

● Time for shopping and optional wine tasting in the village of Mt Tamborine.

● Behind the scenes tour of a local mountain Distillery. 

● Tasting locally produced coffee and award winning signature gins.

Inclusions:

● Fully guided informative commentary on tour.

● Lunch with a glass of wine, beer or juice.

● Coffee plantation tour and glass of freshly made coffee.

● Distillery tour and tasting.

● National Park Fees.

● Small group tours with our friendly guide offer a personalised experience.

● Drop Off and Pick up from Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Southport. Alternative pick up locations at Helensvale Train Station if travelling from Brisbane.

Child age 2-16 years. 

Infants 0-1years are free of charge but must be pre-booked. 

Concession pricing is for seniors and students with id. 

What to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes, a jacket, hat, water bottle.

Our rainforest walks require a low to moderate degree of fitness and follow clearly marked paths and boardwalks. Enclosed shoes are recommended.

Additional note: 

All our vehicles carry umbrellas, insect repellent and first aid kits. Your guides have all relevant permits, training and authorisation to ensure a safe, comfortable journey. This is an all age tour. Should you require a booster seat for younger family members, we can provide them at no extra charge – just let us know in advance.