Lovefest Gold Coast

Travel FAQ

Tamborine Mountain

Nestled in the heart of the Gold Coast hinterland, Tamborine Mountain is a breathtaking oasis of lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and panoramic views that promise to captivate your heart and soul. 

Tamborine Mountain is known as "Jambreen" in the local Indigenous language of the Yugambeh people. The name reflects the deep cultural significance and connection the traditional custodians have with the land, encompassing its natural beauty and spiritual importance. This country also includes the peoples of the Migunburri, Kombumerri, Bullongin, Mununjali, Gugingin and Binna Burra Tribes.

Venue Information

Shambala Estate

Shambala Estate is a beautiful inclusive sanctuary where community can gather consciously to celebrate life, love and connection.

Address: 104 Beacon Rd

Tamborine Mountain, Queensland 4272

https://maps.app.goo.gl/6uHi6SN2u6KDaM2cA

Getting there

There are plenty of transport options, we have listed some of the options here for you to explore. Once you are at the festival, we will have a rideshare board for those wishing to connect with a lift back.

Drive

From Sydney: The road trip is approx 9.5 hours from Sydney. It is a beautiful drive up the coast with plenty of scenic stops along the way. Follow the highway all way to the gold coast, and take exit 71. Follow statue route 90 and turn right into Henry Robert drive, then follow the directions to Tambourine Mountain, then left along Beacon Rd to Shambala Estate.

From Byron: The trip is approx 1.5 hours. Follow the highway all way to the gold coast, and take exit 71. Follow statue route 90 and turn right into Henry Robert drive, then follow the directions to Tambourine Mountain, then left along Beacon Rd to Shambala Estate.

Fly

There are still cheap flights from Sydney to Ballina (from $42), Coolangatta (from $66) or Brisbane (from $99) and various transport options from there to Tamborine Mountain. 

We have found the cheapest flights via google flights: https://www.google.com/travel/flights

From Ballina Airport: 

  • Drive: The trip is approx 2 hours, and there are usually plenty of Uber Car Share vehicles that are parked around the airport precinct. 

From Coolangatta Airport: 

  • Drive: The trip is approx 1 hour. Uber car shares are typically further away from the airport, and may require an Uber or bus to get to a car

  • Public Transport: There are several buses to Helensvale Station, via Varsity lakes or Broadbeach. then the Mount Tamborine DRT from there (weekdays only) OR rideshare from the airport or any of these stations.

From Brisbane Airport:

  • Drive: The trip is approx 1hr15min. Uber car shares are typically further away from the airport, and may require an Uber to the car

  • Public Transport: Take the airtrain to Helensville station (1hr40) then the Mount Tamborine DRT from there (weekdays only) OR rideshare from the airport or the station.

Shuttle (DRT)

The Mount Tamborine demand responsive transport (DRT) service connects Tamborine Mountain with Helensvale station Monday - Friday, 5 trips per day ($10) Bookings are required on 1300 153 636 or for more info: https://translink.com.au/travel-with-us/on-demand/mt-tamborine

Rideshare

Getting there is half the fun! Connect in and start your experience early by sharing the ride.

Check out the rideshare post on the event and comment if you have spare seat, or are looking for a ride. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/wbk1TNyvNooa1Ccn/

Accommodation

Shambala Estate

We're excited to announce that our Lovefest venue at Tamborine Mountain offers luxurious chalet style cottages and a beautiful camping area. Embrace the joy of sleeping under the stars, or relaxing in your cottage in front of a log fire, and enjoying the convenience of being just steps away from all the festival excitement. Join us for a magical weekend where nature and celebration blend harmoniously!

Cottages 

The chalet style accommodation features a fully stocked kitchenette, high vaulted ceilings, a huge bathroom with bath, air-con, log fire and luxurious furnishings.

Book a cottage:

https://events.humanitix.com/lovefest-gold-coast/tickets

Camping

Camping is booked per site, so either a van or a tent and covers everyone sleeping in the tent or van.

The tent site is located walking distance from the festival space, surrounded by nature. The van site is easily accessible for any sized van, with direct access to the festival space.

Book a camping site:

https://events.humanitix.com/lovefest-gold-coast/tickets

Local Area Accommodation

Thunderbird Park - approx 10min drive

Thunderbird offers a range of both powered and unpowered bush sites available with comfortable and modern amenity blocks, plus a communal camp kitchen.

Book here: https://www.thunderbirdpark.com/stay-with-us.html

For all other accommodation on Mount Tambourine, check out www.booking.com or www.airbnb.com.