Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Discover the natural wonders of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day tour to Chillagoe Caves and Granite Gorge. Travel from Cairns by rugged 4WD vehicle with a naturalist guide, passing over the McAllister Ranges and the Great Dividing Range as you explore the Australian Outback. Visit Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife, and stop by historic mining towns. This small-group tour also included morning tea and a pub lunch.
Highlights
- ✓Tour of Chilagoe Caves and see fossilised remains on ancient coral reefs
- ✓Tour of the Smelters and visit Granite Gorge
- ✓A small-group tour ensures a more personalized experience
- ✓Morning tea and lunch included
What you'll see & do
- ✓Pick up by your driver guide from the Cairns area. (Port Douglas and Northern Beaches transfers are available but for an additional cost, please book with reservations before travel and Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.)
- ✓The heart of one of Australia’s most diverse and richest food bowls Skybury Tropical Plantation has grown the country’s best coffee and tropical fruit for the past 30 years. Enjoy morning tea, with coffee, tea and sweet treats.
- ✓Explore the Chillagoe Caves. Follow your guide through the fossilized remains of the ancient coral reefs over 400 million years old. Once an inland sea, these limestone labyrinths are a spectacular sight to see.
- ✓Here we delve into the history of the Chillagoe copper smelters, whose old chimneys dominate the western horizon. We visit the remains of the once-mighty smelters to ponder what it was like working there.
- ✓Visit Balancing Rock for an iconic photo opportunity. Then, see Aboriginal Rock Art and learn about some Dreamtime stories with your guide.
- ✓Enjoy lunch at a true Australian Outback Pub for lunch in the heart of Chillagoe town. Please advise of any special dietary requirements before travel.
- ✓A privately owned nature park near Mareeba with stunning scenery as you walk along the short circuit navigating massive boulders. Striking scenery and wildlife galore. The big drawcard at Granite Gorge is the rock wallabies. This colony is an endangered species that is unique to the Mareeba area. Plus, you’ll see other native wildlife.
What's included
- ✓Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger
- ✓Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies
- ✓Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary
- ✓Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats
- ✓Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
- ✓Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art
- ✓Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe
What's not included
- ✓Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel)
- ✓Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear closed-toe shoe and bring a light jacket or sweater in the cooler months (June - August)
A reasonable level of fitness is required, as there are steps and uneven terrain leading into the caves
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel)
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers incur an additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel). Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join the tour.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Discover the natural wonders of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day tour to Chillagoe Caves and Granite Gorge. Travel from Cairns by rugged 4WD vehicle with a naturalist guide, passing over the McAllister Ranges and the Great Dividing Range as you explore the Australian Outback. Visit Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife, and stop by historic mining towns. This small-group tour also included morning tea and a pub lunch.
Highlights
- ✓Tour of Chilagoe Caves and see fossilised remains on ancient coral reefs
- ✓Tour of the Smelters and visit Granite Gorge
- ✓A small-group tour ensures a more personalized experience
- ✓Morning tea and lunch included
What you'll see & do
- ✓Pick up by your driver guide from the Cairns area. (Port Douglas and Northern Beaches transfers are available but for an additional cost, please book with reservations before travel and Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.)
- ✓The heart of one of Australia’s most diverse and richest food bowls Skybury Tropical Plantation has grown the country’s best coffee and tropical fruit for the past 30 years. Enjoy morning tea, with coffee, tea and sweet treats.
- ✓Explore the Chillagoe Caves. Follow your guide through the fossilized remains of the ancient coral reefs over 400 million years old. Once an inland sea, these limestone labyrinths are a spectacular sight to see.
- ✓Here we delve into the history of the Chillagoe copper smelters, whose old chimneys dominate the western horizon. We visit the remains of the once-mighty smelters to ponder what it was like working there.
- ✓Visit Balancing Rock for an iconic photo opportunity. Then, see Aboriginal Rock Art and learn about some Dreamtime stories with your guide.
- ✓Enjoy lunch at a true Australian Outback Pub for lunch in the heart of Chillagoe town. Please advise of any special dietary requirements before travel.
- ✓A privately owned nature park near Mareeba with stunning scenery as you walk along the short circuit navigating massive boulders. Striking scenery and wildlife galore. The big drawcard at Granite Gorge is the rock wallabies. This colony is an endangered species that is unique to the Mareeba area. Plus, you’ll see other native wildlife.
What's included
- ✓Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger
- ✓Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies
- ✓Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary
- ✓Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats
- ✓Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
- ✓Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art
- ✓Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe
What's not included
- ✓Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel)
- ✓Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear closed-toe shoe and bring a light jacket or sweater in the cooler months (June - August)
A reasonable level of fitness is required, as there are steps and uneven terrain leading into the caves
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel)
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers incur an additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel). Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join the tour.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.