Big Volcano^® (Wollumbin) Visitor Guide

Accommodation

Surrounded by 25 acres of beautiful sub-tropical landscape, this fully self contained accommodation with quality appointments throughout, offers outdoor living and fantastic views, just 10 minutes to Byron Bay and Bangalow. Pet friendly.  From 1-2 guests to groups of 6 (3 in each cottage). Luxury, comfort and beauty – regardless of your budget.

Houseboats are fun, easy to manoeuvre, and anyone over 18 can legally captain one with no license required. Take a step away from the norm and make your next getaway, well, actually a getaway!

Explore the Gold Coast Broadwater as captain of your own ship.  We have the largest most modern fleet of 4-12 berth houseboats and cruisers available, covering the beautiful Gold Coast and Lower Moreton Bay waterways.

This couples only, national and international award winning rainforest retreat is set in old growth rainforest with World Heritage National Park on three sides. With just ten architect designed, luxury self contained separate & individual, bungalows, cabins and lodges all with double spa baths and rainforest views.

In the heart of Kingscliff, we offer ocean view spa studios with double spa baths, or 2 and 3 bedroom fully self contained family apartments (3-6 people), with gourmet kitchens, quality appointments and ocean views from the balconies.

On absolute waterfront in Kingscliff, there are 28 luxury AAA 4 star rated 2 and 3 bedroom fully self contained luxury apartments.  Saltwater swimming pool, sheltered pool side barbeque and sundeck, lock-up undercover parking and remote control security gate with intercom.

A working cattle farm on 400 acres situated beneath the spectacular escarpment of the World Heritage listed Nightcap National Park, between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast.

Midginbil Hill is the ideal budget getaway for a country style barn wedding where all your guests can stay in accommodation on the property and have a great three day party.

Hosanna offers a range of affordable accommodation options including comfortable cabins, "safari huts" to suit families, couples and singles, and a camping ground.  Facilities include communal lounge, kitchen and dining area, laundry, internet access, and a wood fired sauna next to our swimming and kayaking dam.  And we're dog friendly! Day visitors welcome - $.

Adorned in a retro theme complete with working Kelvinator fridge, Walmac oven, classic laminate table & chairs, and heaps of vintage cookware and trinkets. (No Pets Allowed, Kids allowed, but restrictions apply.)

Ideal for a couple or solo adventurer. 

Just 5 minutes drive to Pottsville Beach.  From $95 pn. 2 night min.

Sleeping 6 comfortably Mango Tree cottage is fully furnished self contained holiday accommodation boasting 2 bedrooms and sunroom with sofabed.  Equipped with everything you need to unwind, relax, and recharge yourself, including complimentary organic personal care products, fluffy bathrobes, and bath salts/gel. We are kids, wheelchair, and pet friendly. From $175 pn. 2 night min.

A traditional family owned seaside caravan park, with powered and unpowered caravan sites, unpowered camping sites, and eco friendly 4 star cabin, in pleasant park like grounds opposite the beach and nature reserve.

Activities, Tours, Attractions, Things to See & Do

Open 7 days* from 10am-5pm, and home of the biggest and most beautiful crystals in the world.

Explore the Shambhala Gardens and rainforest.  Find yourself in an ancient labyrinth, and visit the only Kalachakra World Peace Stupa in the southern hemisphere.

Join in free daily workshops and experiences.   Enjoy views, local coffee and delicious food at the Lotus Cafe, and discover your own special crystal in our showroom and gallery.  Day, Month & Annual Passes from $22, direct online.  Entry includes your own 128 page Crystal Castle Guidebook.
*Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday.

The museum is open daily from 9am to 4pm, EAST, except Xmas Day, Boxing Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday, with a large collection of naval and maritime memorabilia: a full size La Balsas raft which succesfully completed a trans Pacific voyage from South America, and many other interesting displays.

Home to the Margaret Olley Art Centre, touring exhibitions from capital city galleries, and public programs showcasing local talent, the TRG also displays previous Doug Moran Potrait Prize winners, along with other donated and purchased works.

Daily guided tours, and art classes, craft workshops and school holiday programs are also offered.

The galley has cafe and a gift and souvenir shop. 

Open 10am - 5pm Wednesday to Sunday.  Free Admission

After a multi millions dollar upgrade and expansion, the former Tweed River Historical Society Museum is now open to visitors. Displays showcase the patterns of settlement, industry and agriculture that have shaped the Valley, and provide insights into contemporary life in the Shire.

Open 10am - 4pm Tuesday to Friday, and 10am - 4pm 1st Saturday of the month Free Admission

A NSW NPWS Historic Site, the Centre has a fine museum, and a shop offering aboriginal art, crafts and souvenirs. A mangrove boardwalk and walking track winds through the site, to an amphi-theatre. The shop and museum are open Monday to Thursday, 10am-3pm. 

Established in 1890, the Murwillumbah Show is an annual agricultural show held on the first weekend in November at the Murwillumbah Showground. Organised by the Tweed River Agricultural Society, the show is a great family day out with gymkhana, competitions, live music, rides, arts and crafts, barrel racing, sideshows, livestock judging, and more.  Entry FREE (gold coin donation welcomed.)

Retails and Services

Learn how to maintain and improve your eyesight with Natural VISION Improvement techniques which have proved effective worldwide.

Workplace and Weekend Workshops, Classes and Private Sessions available.

We assist in control and removal of pigeons and feral birds, from enclosed areas like shopping centres, warehouses, high roofed buildings and under roof areas, in Brisbane and surrounding areas.