1.5 km rainforest trails, 40m cantilever bridge, crystal-clear rock pools: Navya Naveli Nanda visits Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk in Australia

You must be living under a rock if you haven't heard about Navya Naveli Nanda’s latest entrepreneurial journey. The granddaughter of Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan recently launched Naveli Ventures, an initiative that aims to support startups and research-led projects. Key elements related to the business include AI, space technology, deep-tech, and innovative manufacturing and healthcare practices. Now, Navya is enjoying some downtime in Brisbane, Australia. On Sunday, October 18, Navya shared a carousel of pictures on Instagram from the city’s famous Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk.

Navya Naveli Nanda’s rainforest adventure

The snaps capture Navya posing against the backdrop of pretty landscapes, surrounded by lush greenery and clear blue skies. She posed for the lens on the wooden, rain-soaked bridge, looking chic in a white top that she paired with a cream-hued jacket, a pair of black pants, and a white cap.

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For the unversed, the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk is a 1.5-km eco-adventure walking tour. It is tucked away on Tamborine Mountain in the Gold Coast Hinterland of Queensland. As per the official website, the place offers visitors a unique and thrilling experience to explore the rainforest canopies.

Things to do at Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk

Sprawled across 30 acres, the skywalk is also home to the crystal-clear rock pools of Cedar Creek on Mt Tamborine, which are another wonderful sight. Here are the salient features of the place.

The walk experience

The 1.5 km walk takes you through dense forested trails, accompanied by the chirp of birds and occasional animal sightings. There are also 300 m high-tech steel bridges through the highest points of the upper canopy, as well as a towering 40 m cantilever bridge. Hanging 30 m above sea level, it offers pristine views of the creek and rainforest below.

The eco gallery

The eco gallery displays animals, birds and reptiles found in the local rainforest. One can watch the dioramas of exotic insects, as well as diverse butterfly species. There’s also an 11 ft fish tank depicting a natural rainforest pool with native endemic fish swimming in it.

The cafe

Once done exploring the space, you can unwind at the cafe sipping a range of beverages and light snacks.