Do I need to print my ticket or is a mobile ticket accepted?

A mobile ticket shown on your phone is accepted. You can also print your confirmation if you prefer.

What happens if it rains on the night of the tour?

The tour runs in light rain — rain ponchos are provided. In the event of severe weather that affects safety, the operator will advise you directly.

Is the tour suitable for young children?

The tour involves an evening walk through natural terrain. It is best suited to children who are comfortable walking in the dark on uneven paths. Check with the operator if you have specific concerns.

Can I join if I don't speak English? Is there a Japanese-speaking guide?

Yes — educational commentary is provided in both English and Japanese throughout the tour.

Is pickup available from hotels other than Novotel Surfers Paradise?

The listed pickup point is Novotel Surfers Paradise. If you are staying elsewhere, make your way to the pickup location by 19:05.

Are the glowworms guaranteed to be visible?

The glowworm colony at Natural Bridge is resident and protected, so sightings are consistent — though, as with all wildlife, numbers and visibility can vary slightly with conditions.

Springbrook National Park Night Tour

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Duration

3 hours

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Return sightseeing bus transport from Novotel Surfers Paradise

Guided night walk through Springbrook National Park

Park admission

Torch (to keep)

Souvenir certificate

Rain poncho in case of light rain

Bilingual commentary in English and Japanese

Not included

Hotel pickup from properties other than Novotel Surfers Paradise

Food and beverages

Personal travel insurance

What to expect

Pickup — Novotel Surfers Paradise
Departs 19:05
Board the sightseeing bus at Novotel Surfers Paradise and head into the Gold Coast hinterland.
Springbrook National Park
Arrive in the park and begin your guided walk through cool-temperate rainforest, with your guide pointing out the sights and sounds of the nocturnal environment.
Stargazing
Pause beneath the open sky, well away from city light pollution, for a dedicated stargazing stop with commentary from your guide.
Natural Bridge — glowworms and microbats
Enter the iconic basalt cave formed by a waterfall to see the resident glowworm colony and listen for the microbats that share this remarkable space.
Return to Surfers Paradise
Returns ~21:30
Board the bus back to the Gold Coast, arriving at the meeting point by approximately 21:30.

Meeting point

Novotel Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast QLD

Meet the bus at Novotel Surfers Paradise at 19:05. Present your mobile or printed ticket to the guide before boarding.

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What to bring

Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
Comfortable walking shoes
A light jacket — the park is noticeably cooler than the coast at night
Water bottle

Springbrook National Park Night Tour

Springbrook National Park Night Tour

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