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Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns

Location Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland, Australia
$157.99
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The only Outback Full-Day Tour! Explore the Chillagoe Caves, Granite Gorge and other gems of the Australian Outback on this full-day tour.

With a naturalist guide, you'll travel by 4WD vehicle through the McAllister Ranges, the Great Dividing Range and the Australian Outback while listening to informative commentary about the region’s wildlife, history and Aboriginal culture. Take a guided tour through the Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park with a local ranger, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife, see historic mining towns, and enjoy morning tea at the local Skybury Coffee Plantation and lunch at a classic Chillagoe Pub during this small-group tour limited to 19 passengers.
Standard Ticket
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe
  • Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art
  • Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
  • Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats
  • Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary
  • Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies
  • Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger
  • Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel)

  • Cairns
    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)
  • 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.
  • Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park
    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.
  • Chillagoe Smelters
    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.
  • Balancing Rock
    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.
  • Granite Gorge Nature Park
    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.

  • 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)
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns

    Location Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland, Australia
    $157.99
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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