Brisbane, Australia

Mt. Tamborine Off-Road Adventure

A Spectacular and Leisurely Country Outing Discover Australia’s celebrated Gold Coast during a scenic off-road drive, stopping for lunch and a wine tasting. Meet your guide and drive out of Brisbane to ascend Tamborine Mountain, named for the finger lime trees (goombireen in the Aboriginal language) growing on its slopes. Follow the original trail of pioneers deep into the rain forest, stopping for morning tea and stretching your legs in the invigorating mountain air. After tea, take a guided nature walk to plummeting waterfalls and overlooks offering sweeping panoramas. Learn about the ecosystems that comprise the forests of the Tamborine Plateau; keep watch for koalas, which often sleep in gum trees beside the paths. Then, cool off with a refreshing swim in the clear waters of a stream in the company of wallabies or kangaroos. After a delicious barbecue lunch here, stroll to a local vineyard to sample some of its latest wines. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.