For absolute beginners through to professional ornithologists, visit eucalypt forests, rainforests, coastal habitats and/or wetlands (and sometimes heathlands). Travel with a research ornithologist who has studied birds in four Australian states, but especially in Queensland's Scenic Rim. Not all venues will be visited on a particular day. The usual route includes Eagleby Wetlands and Lamington National Park. The main focus is on seeing (and often photographing) birds in their natural habitat and discussing their behaviour and ecology, the differences in Australia's birdlife compared to other world regions and conservation issues. Tours involve gentle, short walks (unless you advise beforehand that you want extended walks, or have mobility problems: you can still see a lot from a wheelchair). Let Araucaria know at the time of booking if your interests are mainly seeing as many species as possible, seeing particular species, learning about local birds, or just experiencing the rainforests and other habitats with birds as a delightful component of this. The first guest to book for the day chooses the starting time (usually between 6am and 8am). The tour has advanced eco-certification. For extended birding, consider a three-day wildlife overview tour, outback tour or a custom tour.