Thunderbird Park is a magnificent mountain adventure playground on 112-hectares of unspoilt rainforest on Tamborine Mountain.

A hidden oasis only 40 minutes drive from the Gold Coast and less than an hour from Brisbane. This mountain resort is ideal for adventures, family holidays, weekend escapes, school camps, conferences, corporate groups, weddings and general social events.

Enjoy a variety of exciting, challenging and fun filled activities such as:

Adventure Parc at Thunderbird Park

Australia's first Adventure Parc is  the largest ropes and adventure games course in our country, stretching through Thunderbird Park’s ancient towering eucalypts commencing with a 7 metre high, 200 metre long rainforest aerial walkway.  Added to this are  65 adventure games, 7 flying fox rides,  Tarzan swinging ropes, suspended trapezes, single beams, double ropes, different types of bridges and much, much more.  You are supplied with protective overalls, gloves and a harness, and experienced staff supervising your every move. Adventure Parc is a great opportunity for you to experience this magnificent course through fun and safe programs, each rated for the adventure that is right for you!

Thunderegg Mine at Thunderbird Park

Thunderbird Park sits on the largest deposit of thundereggs in the world. The mineral rich seam that runs through Mount Tamborine was discovered at Thunderbird Park in 1967. Today, the ground at 300m by 50m open-cut mine has an endless supply of beautiful thundereggs. The Thunderegg mine is open 7 days and is available to the public to search for their very own timeless treasures. Whether you’re on your own or with the family, fossicking for thundereggs is an activity to be enjoyed by everyone.

Tamborine Mountain Trail Rides at Thunderbird Park

Tamborine Mountain Trail Rides is nestled in the foothills of the Gold Coast’s Tamborine Mountain, in historic Thunderbird Park. A sprawling 112 hectare mountain retreat bordered by State Forest and National Park. Imagine riding trails that wind through cool, green rainforest next to a rushing creek, then climbing upwards to venture through majestic, tall gum trees with breathtaking views of the valley below!  Tamborine Mountain is known world wide for its unique, mystical beauty. You will soon discover why it attracts people from all over the world!

Laser Skirmish at Thunderbird Park

Do you ever wish you could just zap your mates with a laser beam? How about this: You’re all kitted up in camo gear and face paint, you’ve got your mates lined up in the sight of you laser sniper rifle…Then pow! You got him! Laser Skirmish – it’s a fun outdoor activity for all ages. It’s kind of like paintball but without the paint (or the pain!). So you still get the fun of “shooting” your mates without actually hurting them!

Other Activities

Mini Golf

Volley Ball Court

Tennis Court (1|2 court)

Basketball Court (1|2 court)

Bush Walking

Bird Feeding

Thunderbird Park is also home to the award winning resort, Cedar Creek Lodges. Accommodation styles range from luxury lodges, holiday homes, contemporary rooms, backpackers' dormitories, and camping sites on the banks of Cedar Creek.

Also featured at Thunderbird Park is Rainforest Restaurant and Lounge Bar. A natural environment where guests can enjoy the rainforest surrounds by day and beautiful lighting effects by night.

With so much to do at Thunderbird Park … Be sure you come for the day or stay and play.

Picnics and BYO are not permitted!

Contact us for more information

Public sessions are on most Saturdays, we just need 10 players to book to kick off a session, after that any number can book in. Private group sessions available anytime, depending on bookings. (Bookings are essential on 1300 666 559.)

Public sessions are on most Saturdays, we just need 10 players to book to kick off a session, after that any number can book in. Private group sessions available anytime, depending on bookings. (Bookings are essential on 1300 666 559.)