Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Burleigh Heads

"A favorite with families, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a well-known wildlife park owned by the non-profit National Trust of Queensland. Bird lovers are in for a treat here. Hundreds of brightly colored rainbow lorikeets eat from visitors' hands and even perch on their heads."

"Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is set on 70 acres of native bushland and rainforest with hundreds of native Australian animals and bird life on display. A great venue for the family. Visit the hospital ..."

"If you love the ocean but don’t want to get wet, Seaworld Gold Coast offers an unforgettable family day out with simply loads to see, do and experience. Sea World is home to polar bears, penguins, jellyfish, turtles, sharks and more, with seal feeding experiences, jaw-dropping live dolphin shows and even a selection of theme park rides to top things off. Sea World Main Beach is only a 10-minute drive from Harbourside Cheap Family Accommodation Gold Coast."

"Seaworld Gold Coast at Main Beach is a 'must do' experience. With its combination of world class animal exhibits, Polar Bears, the Dolphin Show, swimming with the sharks. Experience a whole world of a..."

"As well as Tamborine National Park, another unforgettable rainforest experience waits ahead at Burleigh Head National Park. Situated centrally on the coast, Burleigh Head National Park is easily accessible from all parts of the Gold Coast with plenty to see, do and explore for all ages and fitness levels. Each walking path offers a new experience, where you’re guaranteed to come across unique birdlife and wildlife, flora and picture-perfect nature spots for sitting down with a view."

"Getting a dose of nature on the Gold Coast doesn't have to involve driving. Burleigh Head National Park is right in the thick of things, between Palm Beach and Burleigh Heads. There's a walk around the headland that's level and easy for all ages."

"The David Fleay Wildlife Park offers a relatively inexpensive way to get your kids interested in the care, conservation and welfare of the wildlife commonly found on the Gold Coast and further afield in Australia. As an education-focused heritage-listed park, it offers a quieter, more easily accessible alternative to some of the bigger parks in the area, especially if you’re pushing a pram. Click here for their website."

"It is the only nature park on the Gold Coast housing live platypus. Yet, the David Fleay Wildlife Park is also home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles, snakes, lizards, kangaroos, koalas, tree kangaroos, gliders and butterflies. It’s also an excellent place for the kids to spot native birds including jabiru, brolgas, owls and cassowaries."

"This not-so-secret swimming hole is just 15-minutes inland from Currumbin Beach and the perfect place to escape the crowds. Here in the valley, kids swing on ropes and leap off ledges into the cool, fresh water while parents lounge in the sun. Dogs are welcome and there are picnic tables, a barbecue area, toilets and a local convenience store just across the road."

"Drive 15 minutes west of the highway, from Coolangatta, and you’ll find yourself at the Currumbin Rock Pools. Just one of the awesome swimming holes in this area, you’ll feel like you’re far, far away from the gorgeous Gold Coast. The water can be a bit chilly, but it’s lovely when you finally get in."

"The drive to Currumbin Rock Pools is almost as refreshing as the water itself. The road winds through lush forests and small country farms and cafés. You’ll feel like you’re hours away from the city life even though it’s a short twenty-minute drive."

"We are lucky enough, along with New Zealand, to be the only place in the world to find glow worms!. You can take a guided tour around the glow worm caves of Mount Tamborine to discover the amazing formations these little critters can create. By booking a tour you are contributing to the conservation of these rare and wonderful creatures."

"Located on the grounds of the Cedar Creek Estate Winery on Mt. Tamborine, the Glow Worm Caves Tamborine Mountain are one of the best spots on the Gold Coast to view glowworms. See thousands of these creatures during the daytime in a darkened, controlled environment designed to mimic their natural habitat.More"

"Explore the world of bioluminescence at the Glow Worm Caves, located just 40 minutes from the Gold Coast on beautiful Tamborine Mountain."

"If your kids want to try their hands at catch and release fishing, then a day trip to Ecopark will be a perfect outing for them. Ecopark also offers farm stay experiences and camp outs, as well as facilities suitable for conferences and birthday parties. Check their website here."

"This not-so-secret swimming hole is just 15-minutes inland from Currumbin Beach and the perfect place to escape the crowds. Here in the valley, kids swing on ropes and leap off ledges into the cool, fresh water while parents lounge in the sun. Dogs are welcome and there are picnic tables, a barbecue area, toilets and a local convenience store just across the road."

"Drive 15 minutes west of the highway, from Coolangatta, and you’ll find yourself at the Currumbin Rock Pools. Just one of the awesome swimming holes in this area, you’ll feel like you’re far, far away from the gorgeous Gold Coast. The water can be a bit chilly, but it’s lovely when you finally get in."

"The drive to Currumbin Rock Pools is almost as refreshing as the water itself. The road winds through lush forests and small country farms and cafés. You’ll feel like you’re hours away from the city life even though it’s a short twenty-minute drive."

"If you have little kids and the waves at the beach are too large, try the Broadwater on the northern end of the Gold Coast. The shallow estuary of water has gentle waves, sandbanks and beaches where toddlers and preschoolers can splash and play."

"Image SourceThe Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets have been the most iconic markets since the year 1995 and have been one of the best shopping places in Gold Coast, ever since. The markets are held by the Surfers Paradise beachfront where about 100 stalls and sellers come in to sell their goods to locals and tourists, all around the year. You can buy accessories, local artwork, skin and beauty products, and even homeware items at this market while you soak yourself in the cool breeze that brushes by you, right from the beach."

"The Gold Coast is a renowned beach destination with pristine water and golden sandy beaches. With the sparkling blue water of the Pacific Ocean, Surfers Paradise is a one-of-a-kind destination for tourists."

"Explore The Esplanade while taking in the ocean breeze, as you stroll along the iconic Surfers Paradise foreshore to discover some of the Gold Coasts' most unique market stalls."

"Broadbeach Markets is at Kurrawa Park opposite the Oasis Shopping centre (8 am to 2 pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month). The beachfront location of Broadbeach Markets, next to theKurrawa Surf Club, makes it an excellent spot to visit. From handmade toys to leather bags and plenty of locally designed clothing, the Broadbeach market is the place to shop for Australian-made products."

"With more than 150 stalls filled with fashion, food, plants, flowers, homewares, beauty products and craft, the Sunday beachside Art & Craft Markets are a Gold Coast institution appearing for over 20 years in some of the Coast’s most popular beachside spots. Combine your morning wandering the markets with a swim between the flags or a surf at the beach afterwards for a perfect fix of ‘easy like a Sunday morning’, Gold Coast style. Where: Broadbeach, Burleigh and Coolangatta When: Broadbeach (1st and 3rd Sunday of the month), Burleigh (4th Sunday of the month) and Coolangatta (2nd Sunday of the month)."

"Image SourceThe Coolangatta Art and Craft Markets are held on every second Sunday of the month, all through the year. At the 150+ stores, you will find everything you name, right from hand-made crafts, farm fresh produce, cookies, cakes and preserves to hand-made jewelry, skincare products, toys, home decor and lots more. The market is held around the Queen Elizabeth Park, right on the beachfront of Coolangatta and has something in store (quite literally!) for everyone."

"Best market to spend half a day discovering the southern end of the Gold Coast and finish your day with a barbeque or picnic by the beach"

"Escape everyday life stresses by being taken on a sensory journey at endota spa. Inspired by the relaxing natural environment of the Mornington Peninsula, endota spa has nature in mind and offers a range of organic treatments and products. You will feel more relaxed from the moment you walk through the door for your next beauty treatment, spa package, massage or facial."

"This luxurious resort is the perfect place for golfing fanatics to stay as it comes complete with its very own 27-hole golf course. The enchanting sands of Surfers Paradise Beach are also just a short stroll away, while guests are provided with stunning views of the beach from the picture windows and balconies of their spacious double guest room. The RACV Royal Pines Resort 5.0 boasts more than three hundred rooms to choose from and in addition to a large and lovely swimming pool guests are invited to make full use of the tennis courts, fitness centre and other perfectly maintained amenities."