General information
| Destination |
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| Brisbane, Australia |
Program details
Enjoy with the Essential Pack: Croc Express to Australia Zoo and O'Reilly's Green Mountains and get up close and personal with amazing animals... snake handling, birds demonstration, tortoise encounter and Salt Water Crocodiles, as well as visiting the center of the cool, quiet rainforest of World-Heritage listed Lamington National Park, with its spectacular panoramic views, situated in O’Reilly’s.
First Day: Croc Express to Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo - a legacy of Steve Irwin is home to Australia's most incredible wildlife. Get up close and personal with amazing animals... snake handling, birds demonstration, tortoise encounter and Salt Water Crocodiles! Ravel north from Brisbane to Australia Zoo enjoying views of the majestic Glasshouse Mountains bordered by pineapple farms and pine forests as you travel along Steve Irwin Way scenic route.
There is plenty of time to experience this wildlife “Theme Park”. Witness many shows including crocodile feeding and snake handling. The handlers even walk some animals through the park so you can get “up close and personal.” Australia Zoo believes in “conservation through exciting education”, and will ensure you have a wildlife experience you’ll never forget.
Points of interest:
Watch the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warrior Show in the Crocoseum where all the crocodile action happens!
Jump on board Steve's Safari Shuttle hosted by friendly and knowledgable guides
Perhaps have a bite to eat at the Dingo Diner or Feeding Frenzy Foodcourt (own expense)
Free-flight bird show
Animal encounters allow you to get amongst it and get involved
Koalas, kangaroos, snakes, birds, alligators, possums and much more!
A Wildlife Studio photo from Australia Zoo (two for one offer exclusive to Gray Line customers)
Visit the Tiger Temple - home to the critically endangered Sumatran and Bengal Tigers
See the amazing multi species Africa exhibit
Second Day: O'Reilly's Green Mountains
O’Reilly’s is situated in the center of the cool, quiet rainforest of World-Heritage listed Lamington National Park, with its spectacular panoramic views.
Prior to your arrival at O’Reilly’s, enjoy a stroll along the ‘Gallery Walk,’ Mt Tamborine’s unique local art and crafts shops. Upon arrival at O’Reilly’s, you’ll be enchanted by the calls of an amazing array of native birds, not to mention the friendliness and hospitality of this renowned family-owned guesthouse. Enjoy life in the top of the trees as you take a stroll along the ‘Tree Top Walk’ 16 meters above the rainforest floor.
Points of interest:
Head inland into the mountain range of Eucalypt forest
Mt Tamborine in the Gold Coast hinterland
Mt Tamborine offers a wonderful opportunity to wander through Gallery Walk - a collection of restaurants, galleries, wineries and a cheese factory
Perhaps enjoy a local speciality at Granny Mac's - tantalizing fudge and confectionery made on the premises! What a treat! (own expense)
Wind your way through the forest to 'The Goat's Track' - original logging route and the only road to O'Reilly's
Spectacular scenery of ancient Beech trees and sub-tropical rainforests
Pass the Kokoda Army Barracks - Jungle Warfare Training Centre
Lamington National Park - gazette in 1944 and heritage listed for its significant species of flora and fauna
Hear stories of the heroic rescue by Bernard O’Reilly’s of Stinson plane crash survivors and the fascinating life of these early pioneers
Immerse yourself in the surrounds of the sub-tropical rainforest of the Green Mountains
Visit O'Reilly's on the top of the mountain
See the rich variety of bird life who call this paradise home - chance to feed the beautiful Crimson Rosellas and King Parrots (own expense)
O'Reilly's Mountain Cafe - enjoy spectacular views of the mountain range while dining from the balcony
Visit an Alpaca Farm and souvenir/retail shop (N/A Tuesdays, will visit Kamarun Lookout instead)
Enjoy spectacular views of the mountain ranges
Meeting/pick-up point: Both days: Level 3 Brisbane Transit Centre.
Duration: Croc Express to Australia Zoo: 8.5 hours.
O'Reilly's Green Mountains: 9 hours and 15 Minutes.
Start/opening time: First Day: Croc Express to Australia Zoo: At 8:30am.
Second Day: O'Reilly's Green Mountains with lunch: At 8:35am.
Languages: English.
Others: O'Reilly's Green Mountains: Pick-ups available upon request.
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