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Atherton Tablelands

Atherton Tablelands

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Offering welcome relief from the sweltering temperatures of Queensland’s tropical north, the sweeping plateaus of the Atherton Tablelands lie within easy day-trip distance of Cairns. Covering an area of 20,000 square miles (32,000 square kilometers), the lush landscapes also provide scenic terrain for bush walking and bird-watching.

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Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns

Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns

Experience the natural wonders of Queensland’s Atherton Tablelands to visit different parts of the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest on this outdoorsy day trip from Cairns. With a guide, you’ll take easy walks to waterfalls—Josephine Falls and Millaa Millaa Falls—and take a refreshing swim in Lake Eacham. See the Cathedral Fig Tree and enjoy lots of time for swimming and photo ops. Morning and afternoon snacks are picnic lunch provided

10 to 11 hours
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Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

Venture into the rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands with an expert guide to observe Australian native animals in the wild. From Cairns, travel into the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics of Queensland to observe kangaroos, lizards, and possums by daylight, then continue after sundown to look for nocturnal critters like the elusive platypus and Lumholtz tree kangaroo. Enjoy afternoon tea at Lake Barrine and dinner at a country restaurant. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people, which ensures a more personalized experience with your guide.

8 hours 30 minutes
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Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Millaa Millaa Falls

Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Millaa Millaa Falls

Explore the wild landscapes of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day tour from Cairns. Cruise around the Lake Barrine crater lake, spot native wildlife the UNESCO-listed wet tropics rainforest, and tour the magnificent Paronella Park. Along the way, see natural wonders like the Curtain Fig Tree, and take a swim beneath Millaa Millaa Falls. Enjoy your choice between two itinerary options for the day.

11 hours
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Atherton Tablelands Small-Group Food & Wine Tasting Tour from Port Douglas

Atherton Tablelands Small-Group Food & Wine Tasting Tour from Port Douglas

Get a taste of the tropics on this full-day tasting tour of the Atheron Tablelands from Port Douglas, including hotel pick-up. Enjoy a refreshing breakfast, then visit boutique wineries, meet with artisan producers and stroll around coffee and banana plantations, stopping to sample a variety of wines, chocolates, cheeses and beers. After a delicious lunch at the Mount Uncle Distillery, enjoy a tour of Coffee Works, spot platypus in the outback and indulge in mango sorbet.

9 hours 30 minutes
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Paronella Park and Millaa Millaa Falls Full-day Tour from Cairns

Paronella Park and Millaa Millaa Falls Full-day Tour from Cairns

Join a naturalist guide and discover the uniqueness and diversity of the region's tropical rainforests on this all-day tour from Cairns. Travel through the Wet Tropics Rainforest of Wooroonooran National Park and the Atherton Tablelands and visit local attractions such as Millaa Millaa Falls (one of the most photographed waterfalls in Australia), Lake Barrine, Curtain Fig Tree, and more.

11 hours
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Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride

Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride

Get a bird’s-eye perspective of Tropical North Queensland on an unforgettable hot air balloon flight at sunrise. Soar over the Atherton Tablelands as golden sunlight breaks across beautiful farmlands, rivers, and forests. Choose the duration of your flights and enjoy pickup and drop-off from your Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Palm Cove hotel. It’s a breathtakingly beautiful way to start your day!

4 to 6 hours
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3-Day Small-Group Tour of North Queensland with Pick Up

3-Day Small-Group Tour of North Queensland with Pick Up

Check all of the boxes on must-see attractions in Far North Queensland on this 3-day tour from Cairns. With a small group and a naturalist guide, visit the Atherton Tablelands, Cooktown, and Daintree National Park in a 4WD vehicle. Two nights' accommodation, meals per itinerary, and all transportation included.

3 days

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Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns

Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns

See the Atherton Tablelands from above on this unique hot air balloon tour. Experience the thrill of flying over untouched rainforest, savannah and wetlands, spotting wildlife and scenic views as well as waterfalls and shadowy mountains. Learn about the history and geology of this special place from your trained balloon pilot and guide. Explore the Australian bush without touching the ground.

4 to 6 hours
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Reef and Rainforest Tandem Skydive in Cairns

Reef and Rainforest Tandem Skydive in Cairns

Get your adrenaline pumping on a skydiving adventure from Cairns. Enjoy incredible bird’s-eye views of the World Heritage–listed Great Barrier Reef as you jump out of a plane on a tandem skydive with an experienced diver. Fall freely from 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) in the air before floating by parachute back down to the ground. First-timers are welcome.

3 hours
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Private Tour: Tropical Rainforest and Waterfalls Day Trip from Cairns

Private Tour: Tropical Rainforest and Waterfalls Day Trip from Cairns

Explore the rainforest and waterfalls of the Tablelands regions at your own pace on this private guided tour from Cairns. Enjoy the flexibility of customizing the tour to the preferences of your party, while benefiting from insights into the diversity and history of the ancient land from your guide. See such landscapes as extinct volcanic crater lakes and valley gorges, as well as native fauna including the rare tree kangaroo, cassowary, platypus, and hundreds of species of colorful songbirds, in their native environment.

8 to 9 hours
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4 Days Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Daintree & Tablelands Cairns

4 Days Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Daintree & Tablelands Cairns

This is a 4 days tour covering all the main attractions in Cairns, very economical, tailored based on the what people like when they visit us here in Cairns. You will be impressed to see from the 4 days which covers 180 million years old rainforest, scenic look outs, tropical fruits, Great Barrier Reef, Koalas, Tropical Birds, Butterfly, The scenic train in Kuranda which was bulilt in 1886 and Skyrail in 1891, Daintree is a must to see place where you will be impressed to see the wild crocodiles and to learn all about them. Best one What to bring Day 1: Atherton Tablelands’ Rainforests & Waterfalls Hat, Water Bottle, Camera, Sunglasses, Comfy Walkin Shoes, Towel and extra clothes. Day 2,3 & 4: Hat & Sunscreen, Small day bag, Comfortable clothing & footwear, Water bottle, Swimmers and a towel for swimming days, Change of clothes, Cash or Credit Card PLEASE MAKE YOUR PLANS AND BOOK ATLEAST 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE TOUR DAYS AND AVAIILBILITY CAN CHANGE AND WE REQUEST YOUR FLEXIBILITY.

4 days
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4 Day Cairns: Daintree Rainforest, Reef, Kuranda & Paronella Park

4 Day Cairns: Daintree Rainforest, Reef, Kuranda & Paronella Park

Take in much of the beauty and excitement Northern Queensland has to offer with this action-packed four-day tour around Cairns. Explore the Great Barrier Reef (including free introductory dive), marvel at what is often called the world’s oldest rainforest at Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation, get an adrenaline rush gliding over the rainforest on a cableway, enjoy Kuranda Village and Scenic Train, and much more.

4 days

What are people saying about Atherton Tablelands

Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns

Lisa_G, Nov 2023

Naturally Beautiful Tour of Atherton Tablelands

We enjoyed our tour of the Atherton Tablelands. Our guide was so helpful and knowledgeable. She even lent us towels from her home when we were unable to bring them from our hotel. She helped us find wildlife and showed us the most spectacular natural sites.

Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns

Patricia_B, Nov 2023

Many opportunities for pictures.

The directions to the pick up spot were terrible, but the tour itself and the tour guide were wonderful.

Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

Giorgio_T, Oct 2023

The best part was animal...

The best part was animal search in the night, our guide was very good in finding them. Also looking to stars in the dark night.

Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

Sean_T, Oct 2023

Excellent knowledgeable guide.

Excellent knowledgeable guide. Several stops to see an assortment of animals, birds, mammals. We saw 3 different platypus, several species of possum, wallaby, birds & more. The meal was excellent with several choices. We walked over 10k steps! Would book this again!

Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns

Samantha_G, Nov 2023

So many stops!

This tour really is was amazing! I learned so much and we made 6-7 stops. It went at the perfect pace all day. And I was lucky to have a group of only 4 of us which was really fun. Highly recommend you see more than you expect! The highlight was seeing a platypus up close in the wild!

Atherton Tablelands Small-Group Food & Wine Tasting Tour from Port Douglas

Leanne_V, Aug 2023

A day in the highlands

Hard to say, so many highlights. Very informative. I would urge people to make the trip it is an experience

Atherton Tablelands Small-Group Food & Wine Tasting Tour from Port Douglas

Garry_O, Aug 2023

Big day out.

We had a great day. Chris our driver was very informative. It was fun to try different fruits, wine, gins and sprits. The food was fantastic.

Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

Jared_G, Oct 2023

Perfect Nocturnal Tour

The tour was perfect, the tour guide and all the other tourists were very friendly. We got to see a female platypus and lots of other animals on this tour, the dinner at the hotel in Yungaburra was delicious. This tour is definitely a must when visiting Cairns.

Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns

Jane_M, Oct 2023

Fantastic day out with The delightful Patty

Patty our driver and guide was amazing and made this so special. Waterfalls were spectacular, the swim enjoyable, hikes fascinating, lunch yum. Brilliant experience. Thanks Patty.

Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

JamesM_O, Sep 2023

Rainforest night tour

We are from AZ absolutely love the tour! We saw platypuses and other green possums and all sorts of bats (flying like birds). This was one of the best tours we’ve been on! Doug was extremely knowledgeable! I would recommend this tour!

Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns

Nicholas_G, Aug 2023

Worth doing to see some nocturnal wildlife in their native habitats

Our guide was very good at spotting wildlife. He used a headlamp to spot the reflection in the eyes of animals that would otherwise be hidden. He knew the signs and patterns to be able to locate the elusive platypus. We weren't able to find any tree kangaroos but saw a variety of possums, wallabies, a couple of lizards and spiders, and cool plants. Bonus stargazing experience.

Atherton Tablelands Small-Group Food & Wine Tasting Tour from Port Douglas

Louise_W, Nov 2022

Highly recommended.

The day was all great. Varied and very informative, great showcase of the produce of the Atherton Tablelands.

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The best ways to experience Atherton Tablelands are:

Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure from Cairns
Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns
Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Millaa Millaa Falls
Atherton Tablelands Small-Group Food & Wine Tasting Tour from Port Douglas

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