Tamborine Mountain encompasses everything a weekend holiday destination should. Discover sub-tropical rainforests that are blessed with glorious waterfalls and lookouts that offer awe inspiring views from the hinterland to the sea.

Head into the township and uncover a quaint selection of gift shops, antique boutiques, artistic hideaways and charming cafes. Browse the unique collectables, stock up on home-made fudge or find that piece of art you have long been searching for.

Head back to nature and embark on a walk through the rainforest canopies or discover the highlights of the glow worm caves.

Where to Stay?:

Campbell’s Cottage

Campbell’s Cottage is one of the best places to stay on Mount Tamborine. This secluded cottage has been restored to its former glory and enjoys a peaceful setting in a lovely wooded region.

Perfect for those wishing to get away from it all, the cottage is within close proximity to the famous Mount Tamborine Gallery Walk, which is a must for nature lovers. It is also located within an ideal position to golfing, shopping and restaurant facilities.

The cottage can sleep up to six people and offers a fully equipped kitchen and heater for the cooler evenings.

Location: Eagle Heights, Mount Tamborine, Queensland

Tambourine Mountain Bed and Breakfast

Another amazing place to stay is the Tamborine Mountain Bed & Breakfast. Offering charming bed and breakfast style accommodation, this is the perfect place to relax and absorb stunning coastal views.

All rooms boast colonial style decor and feature ensuite, reverse-cycle air-conditioning, bar fridge, TV’s, DVD , tea & coffee making facilities and electric blankets, which come in handy on cold winter nights.

Tambourine Mountain Bed and Breakfast is located within close proximity to the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk, Glow Worm Caves and the Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens, making it the perfect base for exploration of the treasures of this fabulous holiday destination.

Location: Eagle Heights, Mount Tamborine, Queensland

What to Do?:

Rainforest Skywalk

Positioned above 30 acres of magnificent rainforest, a stunning tumbling creek and numerous pristine rock pools, the Tamborine Skywalk is undeniably the best way to experience the rainforest.

Explore the canopies in an entirely new light and discover a whole new world, living above the forest floor.

TM Distillery

The Tamborine Mountain Distillery is Australia’s most Internationally-awarded Distillery and Liquor brand in the New Millennium.

Pick up a bottle of liqueur, Schnapps or Spirits in a beautifully hand-painted bottle, or simply wander around the beautiful property and learn more about the distillation process.

Glow Worm Caves

Head underground and embark on a journey through spectacular caves that are alight with the luminous glowing of the glow worm caves.

While the caves were man-made, they appear incredibly natural and make for an experience that won’t soon be forgotten.

Thunderbird Park

Regarded as the place “where adventure joins nature”, Thunderbird Park is an ideal spot for those of all ages.

Tackle Australia’s biggest adventure rope course, fossick for thunder eggs, go horse riding and finish off the day by dining in the licensed Rainforest Bistro.

How to get there:

From the Pacific Highway, take exit 57 and follow the signs to Tamborine Mountain.

Author Bio: Christine Barton is a Content Writer for Discovery Car Hire, Australia’s travel focused online car hire company. She frequently writes information about Car Hire and travel information relating to Australia.

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