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Highlights
- Explore the Atherton Tablelands on an 11-hour guided tour through lush rainforests, volcanic lakes, and some of Queensland's most scenic waterfalls.
- Travel through the scenic Gillies Highway and visit the 500-year-old Cathedral Fig Tree, while learning about the culture and traditions of the Yidinji and Mbabaram people.
- Enjoy a refreshing swim at Lake Eacham, see the iconic Millaa Millaa Falls, and experience the natural rock slide at Josephine Falls.
- Refuel with a buffet lunch at Mungalli Falls, followed by a visit to the fairytale-like Babinda Boulders and an optional bush walk.
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned coach with a live guide, Cairns and Northern Beaches pickup and drop-off, morning tea, afternoon tea, and games and puzzles for the journey.
Your Experience
Explore the Atherton Tablelands on an 11-hour guided day tour from Cairns, with scenic rainforest stops, waterfalls, a volcanic crater lake, and a buffet lunch at Mungalli Falls.
Getting started
Your day begins with pickup from Cairns or the Northern Beaches. Board your air-conditioned coach, meet your live guide, and settle in for the journey through the scenic Gillies Highway towards the Atherton Tablelands. Games and puzzles are available during the ride to keep you entertained between stops.
What to expect
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Connect with local culture: Visit the Cathedral Fig Tree, a 500-year-old strangler fig, and learn about the culture and traditions of the Yidinji and Mbabaram people, the traditional Owners of the area.
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Swim at Lake Eacham: Head to this tranquil lake inside a dormant volcanic crater, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim surrounded by rainforest.
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Visit Millaa Millaa Falls: Explore the Wet Tropics World Heritage-listed rainforest and see the iconic Millaa Millaa Falls, one of Australia's most photographed waterfalls.
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Enjoy lunch at Mungalli Falls: Stop for a buffet lunch at Mungalli Falls, giving you time to refuel and relax amid the surrounding scenery.
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Experience Josephine Falls: Continue to Josephine Falls for the chance to ride its natural rock slide, fed by fresh rainforest water.
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Explore Babinda Boulders: Finish the sightseeing portion of your day at the picturesque Babinda Boulders. Hear Aboriginal stories from your guide and, if you wish, take an optional bush walk through the surrounding landscape.
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Refresh with afternoon tea: Enjoy afternoon tea before settling back into the coach for the return journey.
Wrapping up
After your final stop at Babinda Boulders, relax on the return journey to Cairns or the Northern Beaches. With transfers, refreshments, lunch, and a full day of guided sightseeing included, you can enjoy the Atherton Tablelands without having to plan the route yourself.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 11-hour day tour of the Atherton Tablelands
- Expert guide
- Pick-up and drop-off from Cairns and the Northern Beaches
- Air-conditioned coach transfers
- Morning tea, buffet lunch at Mungalli Falls, and afternoon tea
- Games and puzzles during the journey
- Gratuities
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Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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