An experience of a lifetime that will mark your stay in Australia
Brisbane Nature Tours offers a range of diverse tours for small and personalised groups. Your guide, Anita, loves to share her extensive knowledge and passion for the environment. You will get the chance to connect with the beautiful nature around you and see the natural world differently.
With tours ranging from tropical rainforests to native wildlife habitats, mangrove forests to sand islands, Brisbane Nature Tours has something for every age, taste, and fitness level. All tours include enough time at stopovers to admire and photograph the environment and its unique inhabitants.
Although I specialize in small and personalised groups, on some of the tours I can facilitate groups larger than 6 people. If you are interested I need to know at least two weeks ahead. I speak three languages. Besides English, I can also do the tours in German or Dutch.
Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or want to book a tour. The best way to contact me is by email: info@brisbanenaturetours.com
At Maiala, we explore a peaceful walking track through an ancient forest, where towering trees, lush ferns, and a rich canopy create a truly immersive environment. The rainforest is alive with sound, and your guide will help you tune into the distinctive calls of species such as the Whipbird, Catbird, and Wompoo Fruit Dove. With patience and a bit of luck, these birds can be spotted among the foliage.
Experience the remarkable diversity of Queensland’s coastline on this relaxed, small-group nature tour. Designed for travellers who value authentic wildlife encounters, beautiful scenery, and excellent photo opportunities. This experience combines close observation of wild kangaroos with rich birdlife, beautiful mangroves, and spectacular ocean views.
• Diverse natural habitats
• Rich culture and history
The North Stradbroke Island Tour is designed for travellers who want to slow down, connect with nature, and enjoy the island’s iconic wildlife and landscapes. This full-day tour offers a memorable and unhurried exploration of one of Queensland’s most beautiful destinations.
Step away from the crowds and immerse yourself in a secluded rainforest on this peaceful, small-group nature tour. Tailored for travelers who value meaningful engagement with nature, this experience offers exclusive access to a hidden area of the hinterland rarely visited by the public.
Experience an island escape where birdlife and coastal beauty take center stage. This tour is ideal for those who enjoy a slower pace, with time to observe, photograph, and appreciate the subtle details of coastal ecosystems. It offers a rewarding mix of birdwatching, scenic landscapes, and relaxed exploration on one of Queensland’s most accessible islands.
• Waterfalls and rock pools
• Subtropical rainforest
• Birdwatching opportunities
• Scenic lookouts
• Impressive flora
Explore the natural beauty of Tamborine Mountain on this relaxed rainforest experience, featuring scenic walks to waterfalls, diverse forest habitats, and sweeping hinterland views. Wander through lush subtropical rainforest, discover impressive trees and ferns, and enjoy excellent opportunities to spot birdlife along the way.
• Subtropical rainforest
• Open farmlands
• Glass House Mountains
Sit back and take in the best of the hinterland on this comfortable scenic journey from Mount Glorious to Mount Mee. From lush rainforest and sweeping lookouts to peaceful lakes and rolling farmland, this tour is all about effortless exploration and unforgettable views.
Shane Sullivan★★★★★
A wonderful day, with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, all our expectation regarding bird sitings were met with Anita having a wonderful knowledge of birds and their location
Regards
Verity and Shane
October 2026
Kelly Kline
Kelly Kline★★★★★
My wife and I enjoyed our tour; kangaroos, mangroves & ocean, with the very knowledgable guide, Anita. Anita was punctual, professional & considerate. We felt immediately at ease. Anita showed us a few of her favourite things at Tinchi Tamba. We saw several kangaroos, many birds, a few interesting insects and a whole lot of plants. Osprey House, an interpretive nature house was yet another wonderful highlight of the tour. Anita concluded the tour at the ocean where we were able to see several more species of birds. All in all, a tour well worth experiencing. We highly recommend this company
October 2026
Marilyn Kirby
Marilyn Kirby★★★★★
Thanks to Anita's careful planning we visited the key birding sites on Bribie Island at just the right tidal conditions, meaning we had some amazing views of a wide range of visiting wader species. As a keen birder from the UK it was especially good to be able to easily distinguish often confusing species such as curlew and whimbrel as they were actually standing next to each other! The highlight was definitely seeing, thanks to Anita's local knowledge and keen eye, the rare and difficult to spot Beach Stone-Curlew for the first time. I would highly recommend a day trip to Bribie Island with Anita, for anyone who loves wildlife, especially if you are a keen birder.
October 2026
Anja und Holger Lüneburg
Anja und Holger Lüneburg★★★★★
Anita gave us a wonderful day on North Stradbroke Island. With her friendly and welcoming manner, she showed us the beauty of the island while also sharing her fundamental knowledge of the flora and fauna, enabling us to preserve much of it. A heartfelt thank you for that.
October 2026
Elfriede Goselink
Elfriede Goselink★★★★★
Lovely excursion with Anita to the Maiala rainforest. We walked a beautiful route and received lots of information about the local trees and animals. You can tell that Anita comes here often and that she has a passion for Australian nature. Thank you for this pleasant day.
September 2026
Sylvie Dutilloy
Sylvie Dutilloy★★★★★
It was a very pleasant walk amidst nature, mangroves, birds, and animals, all perfectly described and explained in great detail. Anita is an extraordinary guide who knows the region like the back of her hand. Trust her; she will show you an unknown world, populated by remarkable flora and fauna. I highly recommend it.
September 2026
Amanda Richeson
Amanda Richeson★★★★★
We had an amazing day exploring the mangroves and wetlands with Anita from Brisbane Nature Tours. She has an exceptional way with the wildlife we found there, helping us interact with the gray kangaroos in a respectful way and sharing her vast knowledge of the plants and other animals we came across. A highlight of our Australian adventures!
September 2026
Joakin Larsson
Joakin Larsson★★★★★
Together with five Swedish friends, I had booked a full-day tour with Anita to North Stradbroke Island. Booking went really smoothly, she followed up on site before the trip, and throughout it was all very professional. We set out to tick off the obvious ones, koalas and kangaroos, which was not a problem, also we saw lots of humpback whales and other animals. A bonus were the thousands of flying foxes we saw on our return back. The restaurant we had lunch at was good and with fair prices, and Anita also brought coffee, tea and snacks. The only thing I might add as an advice is that if you want something more "adventurous", i.e. hiking in the real bush rather than in ready-made tourist paths, please tell Anita in advance and I am sure she can figure out some alternatives that fit you. I forgot a bag with my rain clothes and trousers in her van, but Anita kindly posted them to me in Sweden. That is great service. All my recommendations to Brisbane Nature Tours.
August 2026
Neil Yap
Neil Yap★★★★★
We had a great tour with Anita to the Brisbane Hinterland. Great views, food and company. Relaxing day out with plenty to see. Highly recommended. Thanks again!
August 2026
Myriam Loyens
Myriam Loyens★★★★★
We spent a few fantastic days with Anita and "her" Brisbane Nature Tours. As a former forest ranger, she has an incredible ready knowledge of nature and its wonderful fauna and flora. On the first day, we explored Redcliffe, among other places, where we enjoyed the beautiful nature in the rainforest (kangaroos, koalas, pelicans, ospreys, spoonbills...) that the Brisbane area has to offer. The next day, a trip to North Stradbroke Island, was even more special: stunning coastlines, whales, you name it. We really appreciated receiving the explanations in Dutch, especially regarding all those native animal species. Highly recommended.
August 2026
Sriranjan Chaudhuri
Sriranjan Chaudhuri★★★★★
Anita is a great person to have with you as you visit places like North Stradboke Island. She made the day smooth, stress free and planned in such a way that my family and I never felt rushed.
We had a pretty long day but we had picture perfect weather conditions. We got to see plenty of whales, Kangaroos and Koalas in the wild and some thought provoking aboriginal art. The walks that were planned were fabulous.
Anita has interesting titbits to share about the island and the region. She's a great conversationalist and put us at ease very early on in the day. Thanks Anita for a lovely and memorable day 😘 👍😀
August 2026
Marleen Vrijhoef
Marleen Vrijhoef★★★★★
Anita heeft ons een dag North Stradbroke Island laten zien. Wij wilden graag een Nederlandssprekend gids. Onze tijd in Brisbane was beperkt, maar Anita dacht vooraf prettig mee over de mogelijkheden. Ze heeft ons veel laten zien en veel over het eiland verteld. We hebben een enorm leuke dag gehad!
Anita showed us around North Stradbroke Island for a day. We really wanted a Dutch-speaking guide. Our time in Brisbane was limited, but Anita was very helpful in thinking ahead about the possibilities. She showed us a lot and told us a lot about the island. We had a fantastic day!
August 2026
Karni Kassil
Karni Kissil★★★★★
We spend a lovely day with Anita exploring nature north of Brisbane. Coming from the US we wanted to see kangaroos in their natural habitat. Anita was a fantastic guide; she is smart and knowledgable, funny and engaging. We saw many kangaroos, learned about their habitat and the challenges they are facing. We also saw many birds and an osprey nest and had lunch in a nice little village by the bay. Anita is a true nature lover and a great advocate for the animals. Highly recommend!
July 2026
Marina
Marina★★★★★
Another lovely day out with Anita. Her knowledge and passion for nature is wonderful to share, and we all had a great time and were so well looked after - a really special day.
June 2026
Anna Wittmann
Anna Wittmann★★★★★
We booked Anita for a film shoot and had a fantastic time with her. She knows the area very well and can tell us lots of interesting things about kangaroos – in both English and German! We would definitely work with her again!
June 2026
Cathie Pidoto
Cathie Pidoto★★★★★
Anita was punctual and arrived with a smile and a very warm welcome in a spotless, comfortable vehicle. We were blessed not only with perfect weather but also with a guide who had extensive knowledge of Bribie Island and its natural attractions. Anita was considerate and paced the trip to suit our age and was flexible with our choices. A handy hint, don’t forget that Anita has extra water on board and will top up your water bottles for your afternoon walk. Thanks Anita for enriching us with your knowledge and for your lovely company. Best Wishes, Cathie & Pasquale
June 2026
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