Enjoy a day out that you will truly love with a Day Pass to Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. Explore the lush and expansive gardens and come and meet our colourful family of birds.
You can have your picture taken with our many friendly birds, and be able learn about our over 700 exotic and Australian varieties of birds throughout our four aviary's. Our Bird World is home to a variety of vibrant birds from over 60 countries and you will be delighted by our friendly inhabitants who will often like to land on your head or shoulders.
Experience our expansive botanic gardens, with roses, azaleas, orchids and a resplendent swathe of perennials and annuals lining meandering pathways, offering an enchanting escape from the outside world.
Picnic on our lush lawns overlooking the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains, wander amongst secluded ponds, tumbling waterfalls and towering bamboo or take the easy way around our gardens with one of our electric buggies, available for rent.
And don't forget to search for our secret treehouse!
With easy access for everyone, lots of parking and plenty of fun and entertainment for everyone, you will love a day at Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World.
The one-hour amphibious Aquaduck tour includes an informative tour along Mooloolaba Beach, the Esplanade and Sunshine Strip with a cruise through the canals and waterways. This tour offers a perfect mix between beautiful natural landscapes, wildlife and waterways with the homes and mega-mansions of the super-rich and famous.
Onboard we share stories featuring the history of the region including those from the original owners, beach culture, local produce, wildlife and much more.
The tour has a one-hour duration and is a fantastic way to experience the heart of the Sunshine Coast.
Key features:
* 1-hour Mooloolaba tour on land and water
* Tour Guide with live commentary on board
* See the sights along Mooloolaba Beach and the Esplanade on Land
* Splash into the water to experience the beauty of Mooloolah River, the wharf and the canals
* Key sights include Point Cartwright, Fish Market & Fishing Trawlers, Mooloolah River and wildlife, Minyama area,
Canals and waterways lined with wildlife and mega-mansions.
* All children can drive the Aquaduck and receive a license included in the ticket price.
* Suitable for everyone from babies to seniors, this is a 'must-do' activity for the whole family
* Departs from outside SEA LIFE Sunshine Coas
This Hinterland Scenic Food& Wine tour includes local cheese tasting in Maleny, a fabulous 2-Course lunch, cellar door wine tasting and a visit to the quaint Hinterland village of Montville, finally a touch of luxury with a sample box of handmade Belgian Chocolate.
The best day tour opportunity for a food & wine experience
Travel through the stunning Sunshine Coast Hinterland region for an unforgettable day
Sample a selection of award-winning local & international cheese
Try a critically acclaimed signature gelato and sorbet (optional)Enjoy a scrumptious two-course lakeside lunch
Visit a local cellar door to sample great wines (flight of wine)Enjoy free time in Maleny and Montville to discover locally produced products
Visit 3 Scenic lookouts for amazing Glass House Mountain, Coastal and Obi Obi Valley views
Inclusions:
2-Course Lunch
Free time to explore Maleny township
Stunning Views of the Glass House Mountains
Cellar Door Wine Tasting
Sample box of handmade Belgian Chocolates (1 box per person) * Sample a selection of Local & International Cheese * All transportation
Exclusions:
Food and drink not explicitly included
Tips
Looking to experience the original and highly coveted Eumundi Markets? Look no further than Coast to Hinterland Tours, offering a stress-free Eumundi Markets return bus transfer service that gets you there early, so you can enjoy the best artisanal bargains and freshest delicacies.
Welcome to the ultimate hassle-free way to experience the Eumundi Markets - the shared return bus transfer from coastal accommodation on the Sunshine Coast! Leave the stress of driving and parking behind and let us take care of your transportation needs, so you can fully enjoy the vibrant and eclectic atmosphere of the renowned Eumundi Markets.
With our convenient and reliable bus transfer, you can relax and soak in the beautiful coastal scenery as we whisk you away from your accommodation on the Sunshine Coast to the world-famous Eumundi Markets and back. Our modern and comfortable buses are designed to make your journey as enjoyable as possible, with ample seating and air-conditioning to ensure your comfort throughout the trip.
Forget about the hassle of finding a parking spot or navigating through traffic - our experienced and friendly drivers will handle all the logistics, leaving you free to focus on exploring the vast array of stalls at the Eumundi Markets. From local arts and crafts to gourmet food and fresh produce, the markets offer something for everyone, and our bus transfer ensures you have plenty of time to leisurely browse and discover unique treasures.
Our shared return bus transfer is not only convenient but also environmentally friendly, as it helps reduce the number of cars on the road and minimizes your carbon footprint. Plus, with the option to share the experience with fellow travellers, you may even make new friends along the way!
This Sunshine Coast Hinterland Day Tour combines the stunning scenery of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with some of the region's finest local produce. After being collected from your coastal accommodation, you will head inland towards the lush subtropical hinterland.
The first stop of the day is the dairy region of Maleny where you will sample a selection of local and international cheeses at Maleny Food Co or Maleny Cheese Factory. During your time in Maleny, you'll have the opportunity to explore Maleny Chocolate Co., where you can personally choose a delightful Chocolate Sample pack to bring home with you.
After cheese tasting and free time in Malney, you will take in the stunning views of the National Heritage-listed Glass House Mountains.
Embark on a journey from Maleny to the unique and iconic destination known as The Barrel @ Clouds Vineyard Maleny, situated on the picturesque grounds of Clouds Vineyard. Here, you can savor a delightful flight of wines or, depending on availability, experience a wine-tasting session at Flamehill Vineyard after a satisfying lunch. Following this, indulge in a scrumptious two-course lakeside lunch at Secrets on the Lake.
The adventure continues as you make your way to the charming hinterland village of Montville, enjoy free time to explore the village, peruse its charming shops and boutiques, and discover local handcrafted treasures while immersing yourself in the invigorating mountain air
After Montville make the scenic return trip down the range via another stunning scenic lookout back to your accommodation.
Itinerary
Glass House Mountains Lookout- Your first stop is Mary Cairncross in Maleny, on the aptly named Mountain View Rd. It looks east off the Blackall Range towards the coast where you will enjoy the gorgeous National heritage-listed Glass House Mountains.
Maleny Chocolate Co- The Art Of Chocolate - Hand-select a delightful Chocolate gift pack to take home, you'll also have the opportunity to savour timeless favourites. Maleny Chocolate Co's expert team will offer insights into what makes their chocolates truly exceptional.
Dairy town of Maleny - Maleny, a picture-postcard dairy country town is located 436 m above sea level on the southern edge of the Blackall Range, Maleny attracts painters, craftspeople, and potters. During this time, you will enjoy cheese tasting and explore the town at your leisure.
Maleny Food Co. or Maleny Cheese Factory - Enjoy a true cheese experience while you sample the finest Australian and international cheeses made by artisan cheesemakers. You will be provided with a cheese tasting board which will include a selection of cheese plus condiments including quince jam, baby pickles, figs, muscatels on the vine, dried fruit and crusty sourdough.
Clouds Montville (Tue) or Flamehill Vineyard - Clouds Vineyard cellar door offers a flight of award-winning wines. Here you'll smell and taste Queensland wines produced from the different grapes grown in Queensland. * Depending on the day, wine tasting may take place at Flamehill Vineyard after lunch.
Gerrard's Lookout - One of the two scenic lookouts we stop at will be Gerrard's Lookout, high on the hill. This lookout offers coastline views to Coolum, Maroochydore, Caloundra and Bribie Island.
Lunch at Secrets on the Lake - Your gourmet lunch will be at Secrets on the Lake which is set in the rainforest on the side of Lake Baroon. a popular foodie destination near Montville enjoying panoramic views of Lake Baroon
Montville Village - When we arrive at the hinterland village of Montville, you can spend your free time checking out the delightful shops and boutiques and enjoying this picture-postcard village and its fresh mountain air.
Mapleton Falls Lookout- The Mapleton Falls lookout for some is a highlight of their day, a hidden treasure in the Hinterland region, this scenic lookout offers amazing views over the Obi Obi Valley and the top of a lush rainforest canopy.
It's late afternoon and you've bought yourself a couple of bottles of local wine to take home now it's time to head back down to sea level where you will arrive back at your accommodation in time for a rest before dinner.
