SOUTH MURWILLUMBAH GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Night Ride to the Galaxy: E‑biking the Burringbar Range Glow‑worm Tunnel
A guided evening e‑bike excursion along the Northern Rivers Rail Trail to the 524 m Burringbar Range Tunnel to view glow worms and microbats.
Night Ride to the Galaxy: E‑biking the Burringbar Range Glow‑worm Tunnel.
Embark on an expert‑led evening adventure along the Northern Rivers Rail Trail to the Burringbar Range Tunnel, a 524‑metre passage famed for its glow worms and resident microbats. The tour moves at dusk and into night, combining a short transfer, e‑bike riding, and a guided walk inside one of New South Wales’ longest rail tunnels for a compact, memorable outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Glow worms and microbats in a long, atmospheric tunnel
The route culminates at the 524‑metre Burringbar Range Tunnel where guides lead a short walk inside to view the glow‑worm ‘galaxy’ and note nearby microbat activity—a rare nightscape along one of NSW’s longer rail tunnels.
Northern Rivers Rail Trail by e‑bike
Riders travel sections of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail by e‑bike at night, enjoying a guided, rolling approach to the tunnel that balances riding with time to stop, listen and observe the nocturnal environment.
Family‑friendly night ride with provided kit
The evening tour is designed for broad accessibility—suitable for children from age eight upwards—and runs with expert guides who equip riders for the night experience.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
After a short transfer from accommodation to a nearby village, guides fit each guest with an e‑bike and lights before setting off along the Northern Rivers Rail Trail at dusk. The pace is measured—enough to enjoy the ride and the cooling evening air—until the group reaches the Burringbar Range Tunnel, where a guided walk inside reveals the glow worms and nearby microbat activity, then returns to conclude the roughly three‑hour outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs for approximately three hours with seasonal start times in summer and winter; expect an evening departure and return within the advertised three‑hour window.
Guides fit participants with e‑bikes, helmets, lights and waterproof panniers prior to departure.
Participants are picked up from their accommodation and transferred to the nearby village where the ride begins; the village is approximately 30 minutes from Byron Bay.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately three hours.
What are the seasonal start times?
Tours run in summer (6.30–9.30pm, 6 Oct–6 Apr) and winter (5.30–8.30pm, 7 Apr–5 Oct).
What age is the tour suitable for?
The experience is suitable for participants aged 8 years and up.
Is there a minimum group size?
Yes — bookings require a minimum of four people.
What equipment is provided?
Guides provide e‑bikes, helmets, lights and waterproof panniers as part of the tour.
Where does the tour visit?
The ride follows the Northern Rivers Rail Trail to the 524‑metre Burringbar Range Tunnel to view glow worms and microbats.