Big Volcano^® Visitor Guide

Discover the Tweed with Tweed Escapes! We provide amazing river cruises and road tours to naturally beautiful places in the Tweed and Southern Gold Coast.

Our unique range of bespoke packages, naturally immersive eco-cruises and tours, boutique charters, picnics on water, and local food, farm, and brewery tours by road take you to extraordinary local places.

Discover the fabulous scenery, fantastic local food, and amazing biodiversity of the Tweed Valley with Tweed Escapes. Book your next authentic experience in nature with us today!

Cruises start from $55pp for a 2 hour lunch tour up to $195 pp for a 3 hour "Picnic on Water".

Kayak hire and private boat charters also available.

* As at 24/6/22

Step aboard and fly with Australia's oldest and most experienced ballooning company. Admire spectacular views of the Byron Bay's Hinterland from the air as you get the best possible vantage point to see the picturesque landscape.

Get an opportunity to help inflate of the balloon, if you like, and then take off at dawn to spend an hour floating in the breeze.

As you drift over the beautiful regions and admire the idyllic scenery from a totally different perspective. After your landing, you can help to deflate the balloon, and then head to the famous Three Blue Ducks restaurant for a delicious breakfast.

Join us for a unique journey exploring the hidden, untouched gems surrounding Byron Bay.

Enjoy an authentic, local experience and discover magical places you never would have known existed. Learn about the nature in a relaxed environment, offering a more personalised and intimate experience. Updated

Get out amongst the beautiful Byron hinterland and explore the natural wonder of the World Heritage-listed Nightcap National Park including a 2 hour guided rainforest walk to the base of the spectacular Minyon Falls.

Take a swim in the pristine freshwater pools, photograph the abundant wildlife or simply relax and get in touch with nature.

We'll be cruising the beaches and hidden away spots in our epic Landcruiser Troop Carriers, checking out some iconic local highlights, pumping the tunes and teaching you all about the surfing culture as you get to dip your toe in the surfer lifestyle.

Our tour begins with a 20min boat ride to Jungurra-Ngarrian (Cook Island Aquatic Reserve). The reserve lies approximately 600m off the shore of Fingal Head, NSW.

It is a foraging ground to a significant number of sea turtles. The numbers are so significant that the island was originally named Turtle Island. It is here that we will dive in and meet these 'turtally' awesome locals!

The surrounding waters of the reserve are also home to a wide variety of subtropical and temperate species of fish, crustaceans, and rays – just to name a few! Prepare to be in absolute awe of the magical underwater world that lies here on our doorstep!

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a hot air balloon.

Our experienced pilot will fly you over the stunningly lush Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim region for an experience like never before.

After we gently touch back down, you’ll be driven a short distance to our exclusive vineyard and treated to a delicious spread of fresh pastries and fruits, sizzling bacon and eggs, plus cereals, juices, and of course, your glass of bubbles to toast the incredible morning!

Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4x4 vehicle along the sands to Tangalooma Wrecks, where you'll see incredible coral reefs on snorkel and kayak outings.

You'll also go inland for an exhilarating sandboarding experience on massive sand dunes.

This action-packed tour includes a lunch on the beach and time to soak up the scenery of lovely Moreton Island, the third largest sand island in the world. We are the only company that does 3 activties on a full-day tour!