Koalas, Glow Worms and Kangaroos Rainforest Walk
4 hours to 1 day
Overview
This small-group nature trip focuses on wildlife spotting in the late afternoon and after dark. You’ll walk among freely grazing kangaroos, look for koalas in the wild, then head into the rainforest at night to see glow worms in their natural habitat. The experience is geared towards avoiding crowds and increasing your chances of seeing native animals and nocturnal creatures. If conditions are right, there may also be views of sunset over the Gold Coast hinterland or a clear night sky full of stars.
Why backpackers love it
This suits travellers who want wildlife without a full-day tour and are happy to be out after dark for a different side of the hinterland. Seeing kangaroos, koalas and glow worms in one trip gives it solid value, especially if you’re short on time. The walking is relatively light, headlamps are included, and the focus on quieter spots makes it a better pick if you’d rather avoid big, busy tourist groups.
What to expect
The experience runs for around five hours and involves roughly 1 mile of walking, so it’s manageable for most fitness levels. It begins in the late afternoon with time to spot kangaroos and search for koalas in a natural setting. After dark, you’ll use provided headlamps for a nocturnal rainforest walk, heading to the base of a waterfall while keeping an eye out for wildlife and smaller critters along the way. Public transport is available nearby, and infant seats can be arranged if needed.
What's included
- Headlamps
- All Fees and Taxes
Features
- Walk among freely grazing kangaroos and look for koalas in a wild habitat
- Night rainforest walk with headlamps to see glow worms and reach a waterfall
- Designed to avoid crowds and improve your chances of spotting native wildlife
Details
Additional details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Approximately 1 mile of walking is involved
- For large groups please contact us
Prices, availability, and cancellation policies are managed by the tour provider and may change. Please confirm all details on the booking page before purchasing.
From A$149.00
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