Experience breath-taking waterfalls (swimming optional), a volcanic crater lake with wildlife cruise, luscious tropical rainforests and their giant flora and spend time at the famous Paronella Park.

Pick up from your Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation starts approx. 7.30am and heads south to the Gillies Hwy; the connection between Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands that provides breathtaking views back down over the Goldsborough Valley.

As you reach the top of the range witness the flora change to tropical rainforest where an assortment of natural treats await you.

Lake Barrine

Lake Barrine a volcanic crater lake was formed 16,000 years ago and now is home to many species of freshwater marine life and surrounded by dense forest.

Join the Wildlife Cruise for a local guided boat ride around the perimeter of the lake before indulging on freshly made scones jam and cream with locally grown tea or coffee.

Curtain Figtree and Milla Milla Falls

Follow your guide on an elevated boardwalk to see the impressive 600 year old Curtain Fig Tree, this site is also home to the Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo that may be spotted in the tree tops.

Your tour will continue on through small characteristic towns of the tablelands before reaching the famous Millaa Millaa Falls.

One of the most photographed waterfalls in Australia it is also the perfect spot to have a quick dip and cool off in the refreshing natural pool.  

Lunch (option B)

After a gorgeous drive through rolling green fertile hillsides and World Heritage Rainforest, your tour will have reached its lunch destination, Mena Creek. 

Paronella Park

The tour ventures south to Mena Creek’s Paronella Park, a definite highlight of the day. Local staff will welcome you and provide a 30 minute guided tour around the park’s gardens, castle ruins and relay the story of Jose Paronella and the magic he created in the 1930’s.

Wildlife and plants species are abundant here at Paronella Park, micro bats can be spotted in the tunnel of love and you’ll be able to view many species of butterfly, birdlife and freshwater creatures.

Tours at Paronella Park are available in English, Chinese and Japanese.

Cairns Rainforest Tour Options

There are 2 options for this rainforest day tour to suit all budgets - all tour options include Paronella Park, and a 45 minute guided rainforest walk and other attractions as mentioned. 

Option B - Entry & Guided Walk at Paronella, Lunch & Morning Tea
Entry to Paronella Park & 45 min Historical Guided Tour Visit to Lake Barrine & Walk to the Twin Kauri Pines Lunch at a Local Restaurant Devonshire Morning tea at Lake Barrine Curtain Fig Tree, Millaa Millaa Falls Hotel Pick Up & Return

Option C - Entry & Guided Walk at Paronella
Entry to Paronella Park & 45 min Historical Guided Tour Visit to Lake Barrine & Walk to the Twin Kauri Pines Curtain Fig Tree Millaa Millaa Falls Hotel Pick Up & Return

Note: guests can purchase lunch direct, upgrade to include lunch or purchase their own lunch at several locations around the lunch venue.

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Tour Languages Offered

• Chinese
• Japanese

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

• Departs Cairns 7:15am - 7:45am (approx), Returns 6:00pm (approx)
• Departs Trinity Beach 6:55am (approx), Returns 6:30 (approx)
• Departs Palm Cove 6:45am (approx), Returns 6:30 (approx)

Departure Instructions

Guests can also meet the tour at The Skyrail Terminal or Cairns Central Railway Station.

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches
• Palm Cove

• Additional Fees are payable for Return Transfers from The Northern Beaches (Trinity Beach, Palm Cove, Clifton Beach, Kewarra Beach, Holloways Beach, Machans Beach) $30 per person, payable direct to driver on day of travel

Destinations

• Atherton Tablelands
• Lake Barrine
• Paronella Park
• Mena Creek Falls
• Twin Kauri Pine Walk
• Yungaburra
• Malanda
• Theresa Falls
• Wooroonooran National Pak
• Crawfords Lookout
• Walshs Pyramid
• Heales Lookout

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

10.5 hours (approx)

Available for Purchase / Hire

Drinks & Snacks

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Additional Information

• Itinerary may run in reverse to suit weather conditions. Time spent at each location can vary depending on the group each day.
• The tour operater reserves the right to amend the itinerary due to any unforeseen circumstances and accepts no responsibility for lost, stolen or damage property, lunch destination may change without notice.

Suncreen, hat, walking shoes, swimwear, bottled water, jacket during the cooler months, camera, cash for lunch (if not included in your tour option), snacks and souvenirs

• Child price applies to children 4 to 14
• Toddlers age 1 to 4 require a seat of their own - see optional extra - $70 payable direct and includes supply of booster/ child seat