When you go to visit Springbrook National Park near Brisbane it is not just another hot, dry bushwalk. It provides the opportunity to see many waterfalls and other bush-related delights that are unusual and unique. Going on a guided tour means you won’t miss out on anything – and indeed, you will see more than most visitors do, because your guides know just where to take you for the best views and sights.
Added to that, you don’t have to worry about lugging a picnic basket around as lunch will be provided. You should always take your own water bottle on bush walks. The full day bushwalk of Springbrook National Park and the glow worm caves can start from either Brisbane or the Gold Coast and to make it even easier hotel transfer is available, though you may need to request it. The fun starts where Mother Nature has provided a magnificent natural arch, cave and waterfall all in one.
After lingering at the arch to enjoy the cool freshness of water cascading over rocks, you will be taken along a 4.5 k walk that is all easy going, so even those who are unfit can manage it. Here there will be more waterfalls to provide welcome moisture in the atmosphere. The sub-tropical temperate rainforest holds many other secret delights such as birds, reptiles and other wildlife. Lunch will be enjoyed by all at the biggest waterfalls in the region, Purlingbrook Falls.
After a delightful picnic lunch there is more to see and do. You can stand on the edge of a volcano – luckily, it is extinct so there is no danger. You can also see ancient Beech trees that are actually 2,000 years old and now considered to be an endangered species. On the way back you will be able to enjoy the panoramic views from Tweed Heads to Byron Bay from the Best of All Lookouts.
Last but not least, there is the thrill of venturing into the pitch black darkness of the glow worm grotto. Once the torches go off, the cave ceiling will light up with thousands of glowing pinpoints of light from these amazing little insects.
The whole day will last around ten hours, so get a good night’s sleep beforehand and make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Take some snacks if you want, but be sure to keep that wrapper in your pocket until you reach a bin.
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Hello We have just moved to Brisbane. Can the Glow worm caves only be view by tour?
If you can please advise
You can view them without a tour but a tour will make the experience easier and should be a lot of fun too!