Mount Tamborine

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Mount Tamborine
Follow the winding road from the coast to the hinterland and experience complete tranquillity on this peaceful rainforest-clad mountain plateau.

See a different side of the Gold Coast and immerse yourself in the lush rainforest on Mount Tamborine. Discover interesting variations of flora and fauna, including tropical birds and goannas, and breathe in the fresh air.

Tamborine is an Anglicised version of the Aboriginal word Jambreen, which refers to the area’s wild finger lime trees. Mount Tamborine has three townships: Eagle Heights, Mount Tamborine and North Tamborine on the peak.

Follow the Gallery Walk along Long Road in Eagle Heights. This street is teeming with art galleries, cafés and craft shops selling anything from crystals to fudge and ice cream.

A spectacular way to explore the mountain’s lush slopes is the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk through the rainforest canopy. Gradually descend into the densely vegetated rainforest floor and follow the trail past rock pools and a butterfly lookout. Rest areas provide shelter along the way.

Take a tour of the Glow Worm Caves, where thousands of glow worms illuminate the man-made underground caves like stars in the night sky. Visit Jasmin Organics, Australia’s largest organic skincare farm and manufacturing facility, to visit its beautiful gardens, fruit orchards and beauty shop.

Explore 27 acres (11 hectares) of lush landscaping at the Botanic Gardens. Walk under pergolas covered in wisteria, admire the waterlilies in the lake and cross the stone bridge. Themed sections include a Japanese garden, rose garden and a bromeliad garden.

If you are feeling adventurous, take a trip to Thunderbird Park. Play laser skirmish in a jungle setting or take the Tree Top Challenge, a high ropes course.

The mountain’s stunning hinterland is an hour’s drive from both central Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Download the GoTambo phone app for directions and information on over 400 places to eat, drink, see and do.


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Top hotels in Mount Tamborine

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is €130 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
€130
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,170 reviews)
"Walkarble but parking abit difficult."

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is €116 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
€116
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025

voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5 out of 5
8 Casino Drive, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is €143 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
€143
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 restaurants, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"I loved everything"

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is €355 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
€355
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (479 reviews)
"Amazing property, location and facilities were fantastic. Pool area was wind tunnel all day not much sun in the afternoon."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Q1 Resort & Spa
Q1 Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is €300 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
€300
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,221 reviews)
"Stunning property. Stayed in a family apartment and was amazed at the room and views. Pool area is gorgeous. Kids loved it. Will definitely return"

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025

Q1 Resort & Spa
Dorsett Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
Fully refundable
The price is €110 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
€110
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,597 reviews)
"The only one thing I could suggest is maybe have a little more range of food and drinks in the executive lounge."

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Tamborine

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North Tamborine

4/5(1 area review)

North Tamborine is noteworthy for its mountain views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Witches Falls Winery and Glow Worm Caves.

North Tamborine
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Eagle Heights

You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Eagle Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk or Tamborine Mountain Botanical Gardens.

Eagle Heights

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