TWEED HEADS SOUTH GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Cloud‑Catcher Vistas and Tasting Paddles: A Half‑Day Craft Beer Discovery in the Tweed
A guided, 6‑hour afternoon that pairs a tasting tour of local craft beers with a traditional pub lunch while you travel the Tweed Valley and Murwillumbah hinterland.
Cloud‑Catcher Vistas and Tasting Paddles: A Half‑Day Craft Beer Discovery in the Tweed.
Learn about local craft beers while discovering the Tweed Valley: this half‑day guided outing moves from Tweed Heads into the hinterland and Murwillumbah, pairs brewery tasting paddles with a traditional pub lunch, and frames the tasting with sweeping views of Mount Warning.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Mount Warning and the Tweed Hinterland
The tour threads the Tweed Valley and Murwillumbah hinterland, offering majestic views of Mount Warning (Wollumbin) as you travel between brewery stops.
Tasting Paddles from Local Brewers
Sample a series of tasting paddles: Stone & Wood at the Haven Bar in Murwillumbah, a range from Pickled Pig Brewery, and a stop at Cudgen Red Earth Brewery (or a Black Hops paddle substitute while Cudgen is pending).
Traditional Pub Lunch Included
A traditional pub lunch at The Haven Bar in Murwillumbah is part of the itinerary, paired with guided insights into local brewing history and techniques.
What the day feels like
What the Half‑Day Feels Like
You gather in Tweed Heads at late morning, move inland toward Murwillumbah where tasting paddles and a pub lunch anchor the stop, then continue to sample emerging and established local breweries as the guide sketches the history and growth of craft brewing across the Tweed Valley.
THE LANDSCAPE
Mount Warning and the Tweed Hinterland
The tour threads the Tweed Valley and Murwillumbah hinterland, offering majestic views of Mount Warning (Wollumbin) as you travel between brewery stops.
THE BREWS
Tasting Paddles from Local Brewers
Sample a series of tasting paddles: Stone & Wood at the Haven Bar in Murwillumbah, a range from Pickled Pig Brewery, and a stop at Cudgen Red Earth Brewery (or a Black Hops paddle substitute while Cudgen is pending).
THE MEAL
Traditional Pub Lunch Included
A traditional pub lunch at The Haven Bar in Murwillumbah is part of the itinerary, paired with guided insights into local brewing history and techniques.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this half‑day outing is suitable for — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs for approximately 6 hours.
Gather at Tweed Heads at 11:00 AM; transfers from the Southern Gold Coast, Tweed Heads and Tweed Coast resorts can be arranged for this tour.
No specific personal gear list is provided in the trip data.
Tasting paddles and local craft beer samples, a traditional pub lunch, and a 6‑hour sightseeing tour with a knowledgeable guide are included.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour is approximately 6 hours in duration.
Where and when does the tour start?
Participants gather at Tweed Heads at 11:00 AM; transfers from nearby resorts can be arranged.
Is lunch included?
Yes — a traditional pub lunch at The Haven Bar in Murwillumbah is included.
Which breweries are visited and sampled?
Tasting paddles feature Stone & Wood at the Haven Bar and Pickled Pig Brewery; the itinerary includes Cudgen Red Earth Brewery at Kingscliff (noted as 'coming soon') and a Black Hops paddle may be substituted while Cudgen is pending.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes — the tour is for ages 18 and over.
What happens if the tour doesn’t meet minimum numbers?
The tour requires minimum numbers to go ahead; if minimums are not met the operator may alter scheduling or cancel the departure.