Mount Surprise

Travel Guide

The Undara lava tubes are deep in the heart of Queensland and are amazing to explore, if you head down for a tour at night you can see hundreds of bats, especially in the wet season
The Undara Lava Tubes are well worth a visit. The two hour tour provides a good overview of the geology of the Tubes and a walk through the caves.
There is the opportunity to sleep in beautifully restored railway carriages, which of course our kids were thrilled about. The carriages are set along the original Cobb & Co coach road under the shade of tall trees surrounded by Australian Native wildlife. There isn’t a lot of space in the carriage so leave your clothes in your car. It’s a unique experience and one to do if you love trains, and was nice to get out of our camper trailer for the night.. You can also camp with your own caravans at the Undara resort or stay in cabins or safari tents.
Undara Lava Tubes is part of the Undara National Park, which is home to 164 volcanoes, cones and vents. They are about a four hour drive along the Savannah Way west of Cairns.
Do the Archway Explorer Lava Tubes Tour. It’s a fascinating exploration of the time volcanoes lorded over the landscape in Far North Queensland. You can access the tubes via a tour only. I loved walking through the tube sections and caves learning about how they were formed – and your kids will love wearing their head torches as you make your way through the darkness.
Discovery Parks - Mount Surprise

Discovery Parks - Mount Surprise

2 out of 5
Mount Surprise Rd Mount Surprise QLD
The price is €78 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€78
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Mount Surprise. Enjoy free parking, a garden and housekeeping.
7.6/10 Good! (19 reviews)
The cabins were clean and the beds very comfortable . The only downside was the pool was green, so the kids couldn't swim.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Discovery Parks - Mount Surprise
Discovery Resorts - Undara

Discovery Resorts - Undara

2.5 out of 5
Undara Road Mount Surprise QLD
The price is €64 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€64
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mount Surprise. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Undara Lava Tubes is located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
The lava tubes are amazing.

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Discovery Resorts - Undara
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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,078 reviews)
Had a few dramas on check in and on site parking but the hotel is great would definitely stay there again

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

4 out of 5
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,570 reviews)
Beautiful view from the balcony, nice staff keeping the room clean and tidy, can’t wait to get back

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Whitsunday Apartments
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX

4 out of 5
222 Margaret Street Brisbane QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,273 reviews)
Centrally located clean

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
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Popular places to visit

Undara Lava Tubes

Undara Lava Tubes

Explore the great outdoors at Undara Lava Tubes, a lovely green space in Undara Volcanic National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Undara Lava Tubes

Kalkani Crater

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kalkani Crater during your travels in Undara Volcanic National Park. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Kalkani Crater

Mount Rosey Resources Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rosey Resources Reserve, a lovely green space in Mount Surprise. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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