Visit the secret world of glow worms in one of the world's most significant, most accessible natural sites.
Gasp at the beauty of glow worms at one of the world’s most significant natural sites, Springbrook National Park. Like stars in the night sky these tiny larvae light up the dark, moist cave and create a spectacular sight. An adventurous and memorable night!
| 18:00* | DEPART GOLD COAST HOTEL (*Departs around 17:30pm - 18:15pm / approx 45 mins by bus) |
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SPRINGBROOK NATIONAL PARK Take the short walk on well-formed paths through ancient rainforest, over a gurgling stream and past giant Beech trees to the Natural Arch Cave and waterfall. "Our company owns the rare privilege of Queensland National Parks and Wildlife permits to enter the nature park after dark and view this protected colony. |
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GLOW WORM CAVES The glow worms create a galaxy of light from their homes on the cave roof to attract prey. Each larvae hangs a sticky mucus thread to capture its prey and reel them in towards their tiny mouth. “Our company owns the rare privilege of Queensland National Parks and Wildlife permits to enter the nature park after dark and view this protected colony.” | |
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NOCTURNAL ANIMALS You will be issued with a small torch to help your guide spot nocturnal birds, frogs, reptiles and mammals in the night forest. | |
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STAR GAZING The southern hemisphere skies are famous for their proliferation of stars, many of which go unseen in the northern hemisphere. See the Milky Way and the famous Southern Cross constellation. | |
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DEPART NATURAL BRIDGE |
| 21:30 | RETURN TO HOTEL |
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| TOUR CODE | Gold Coast: G37 |
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| TIME | Gold Coast: 6.00pm* - 9.30pm *Depart around 5.30pm - 6.15pm |
| OPERATES | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
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