Oreillys, Lamington National Park is one place which deserves to get a 10 out of 10 any day. This is one holiday locale for which we would use the word "perfect".
The management and staff were very well trained and very professional. The guides were very knowledgeable about the place and flora and fauna of the region and enlightened us during the different tours we were part of.
My wife and I had gone there for a one night stay on 18-Feb-11 last year and had stayed in Garden View Room. It had breathtaking views of the mountains and the greenery around.
We had a great time during the "Bird of Prey" show, bush walking and during the skywalk at rainforests. I am attaching few photographs which actually speaks volumes of this place.
The room was simple, warm and comfortable. We really liked the library and the piano at Oreillys that reminded us of the old world charm. The food at the restaurant was really delicious and we were surprised to find Indian dishes available at the restaurant. The ambience of the restaurant was also very good.
The best thing I liked about Oreillys was the guided glow worm walking tour at 8 pm. It was pitch dark and there was pin drop silence. We walked through the rainforests for about a km with sound of flowing stream and insects buzzing all around to reach the damp rocks using torch lights. The walk was an experience in itself and is etched in my memory even now. After the torch lights were switched off, it was a breathtaking view of the glow worms (pics attached - the best I could take.) They seemed like strands of pearls.
The next morning, we woke up along with sunrise to the chirping of birds and it was a great experience to breathe in fresh air. We had gone for a guided tour of the important locales in Lamington National Park and the guide was kind enough to toast some breads on fire and offer us tea. It was a marvellous and unforgettable experience.
I suggest that people visit Oreillys for 3 days 2 nights stay, for this will give them enough time to soak in the beauty of the place.
I recommend anyone visiting Brisbane to certainly visit this place.
Thanks and regards,
Vivek Barnwal