A Scenic Stroll around the Currumbin Estuary and Mangrove Boardwalk

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Gold Coast audio tour: A Scenic Stroll around the Currumbin Estuary and Mangrove Boardwalk

This is a 1.3mi walking tour

It takes an average of 30 mins to complete.

Gold Coast

Australia

$9.99

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About the Tour

Join me on a walking tour across the Gold Coast’s picturesque Currumbin Estuary, Beree-Badalla Reserve and Tarrabora Reserve, filled with interesting tidbits and stunning views over these sparkling waterways.

Our walk starts at Currumbin Creek and follows an easy path over the bridge to the entrance of the Mangrove Boardwalk. We’ll continue our stroll through the sheltered Beree-Badalla Reserve and Tarrabora Reserve, surrounded by indigenous vegetation, birdlife and plenty of views of the tranquil Tarrabora inlet. Our journey ends at Surf Beach, where you’ll be greeted with a spectacular vista past Burleigh Hill to Surfers Paradise.

My name is Jannette and I’ve lived in Currumbin for the past 25 years. I can’t wait to share the local fishing, skiing, snorkeling and surfing spots with you. Along the way, I’ll also point out various picnic places and parks where you can take a break and enjoy the scenery. If you’re lucky, you may even see some Australian wildlife.

There's no need to hurry, just take it all in and enjoy the experience. By the end of our walk, I hope you love the area as much as I do.

Tour Producer

Gold Coast Walking Tours

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Walks throughout the many stunning easy walking areas of the Gold Coast, Queensland Australia. Our walks are on the coastal beaches, rainforest hinterlands and through the mangroves. Beautiful and inspiring scenery at every turn along with memorable photos and experiences

Preview Location

Location 1

Start at the Pelican Sculptures

The tour starts on the Currumbin Estuary just off Pacific Parade next to the Ten Pelican Sculptures majestically keeping an eye on the fishing situation in the Estuary.

Welcome! Our walk today will take us along the Currumbin Estuary over the bridge through the car park an... The tour starts on the Currumbin Estuary just off Pacific Parade next to the Ten Pelican Sculptures majestically keeping an eye on the fishing situation in the Estuary.

Welcome! Our walk today will take us along the Currumbin Estuary over the bridge through the car park and to the entrance of the Mangrove Swamps. Every step along the wooden overbridge through the mangroves is filled with interest and stunning views up to the ocean with glimpses of houses built high on the opposite hill taking in the magical views right up to Surfers Paradise and beyond.

My name is Jannette by the way, and its a pleasure to be able to take you on this fabulous Audio Tour of our remarkable area. I've lived here for over 25 years and my family have surfed, swum walked and held numerous family gatherings in this park.

A little information on the Industrial looking Pelican sculptures: They're made from old mechanical parts, pipes and pieces found in the junkyard and fashioned by well known Artist Richard Moffatt. Originally a set of 12, they were showcased at the International Swell Sculpture Exhibition that's held here in Currumbin on the beachfront every September. The Gold Coast Council bought ten of the sculptures and had them installed along the Estuary where they now reside. The other two were bought by a local and now stand on his fence on the top of the Currumbin Hill.

Before we get going, let me briefly explain how VoiceMap works.

It uses your location to play audio automatically, at the right time and place. This means that you can put your phone away now. Don't worry if I'm silent at times, when I'm not giving directions or telling stories. There's a map on your screen if you ever feel lost, and if you do get way off track without noticing, VoiceMap will let you know. This is such a great walk with so many interesting areas to stop and take great photos. No need to hurry, just enjoy the scenery and the activity on the estuary, you can even stop for a coffee right before the tour ends. Along the way, you may also spot some typical Australian wildlife.

Without further delay, let's get going. With the estuary on your right, please walk towards the bridge, keeping to the right side of the road.

Walking along the road take note of the large gum trees in the park. There are also several She oaks with darker spiked leaves which are characterised by their fine textured dark foliage that look like feathers on a bird. It's often mistaken for a pine tree. She Oaks have small hard cones full of seed, and during the season flocks of cockatoos and rainbow lorikeets can be seen hanging all over the trees looking like white lanterns strung across them eating the seeds. Birds are also keen to nest in them as the foliage is dense. If the wind is blowing listen out for a whistling sound coming from the tree branches.

The road and park are also lined with Stringy Bark Gum Trees, one or two taller Iron Bark Gum Trees and several large Morton Bay Fig Trees. Read More

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Major Landmarks

Currumbin Estuary
Mangrove Boardwalk
Surf Beach

Getting There

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Start location
State Route 98, Currumbin QLD 4223, Australia
Total distance

2km
Final location
-28.12557218, 153.47826737
Distance back to start location

1km

Directions to Starting Point

Start right on the Estuary at Currumbin in Winders Park, Stewart Road. Easy to spot the stand of 10 Pelican sculptures sitting right on the waters edge.

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Tips

Places to stop along the way

Photos stops are abundant along the route, the Pelican sculptures, views from the bridge, the boardwalk aspects across the water are lovely, and of course the specactular view at the end from the beach up to Surfers Paradise

Best time of day

This is a delightful walk most times of the day from early morning until sunset at summer time as parts are shaded, but best for mornings to avoid the heat of summer afternoons. During the cooler months mornings are better as the breeze tends to come up in the afternoon.

Precautions

A backpack is handy for water and there are water filling stations along the way. For ease of walking it is better to take as little as possible, but maybe enough money if you fancy a cup of coffee or juice at the Dune Cafe when you reach there. The route is usually safe but always be cautious and take only necessary items.

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