Step into a world where human ambition literally reshaped the earth. This immersive walking tour takes you through the heart of the Gold Coast's iconic waterways, revealing the hidden engineering, the brilliant marketing, and the profound ecological sacrifices that turned a swampy floodplain into the largest canal network in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover the invisible labor that keeps the water flowing, the architectural evolution of waterfront living, and the thrilling reality of sharing your backyard with bull sharks. This is the story of a city that dared to conquer nature, and the ongoing battle to maintain that conquest.
- A 6.8 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 156 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Social Fabric & Everyday Life
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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