Airlie Beach: Small Group Eungella Wild Platypus Encounter Discount Tickets

Overview

The Clarke Ranges rise steeply behind the coast, and at their peak sits Eungella National Park, home to the longest continuous stretch of subtropical rainforest in Australia and one of the country's most reliable spots to see wild platypus. This eco-certified small-group day tour departs Airlie Beach at 10am and climbs through the Pioneer Valley, stopping for a famous Pinnacle Pie at the Pinnacle Family Hotel before continuing on to Broken River, where completely wild platypus move through the creek. Your guide holds EcoGuide Certification from Ecotourism Australia, positioning the group at the viewing platform and talking you through what you're seeing. Platypus sightings here are common. On the way home, you'll stop at the Eungella Sky Window for cheese and wine, then head back through the Pioneer Valley and along the coast, returning to Airlie Beach around 6pm. Airlie Adventure Tours holds the 2026 Best of Queensland Experiences Gold Award.

Pickup Information

Please wait in your accommodations lobby for the driver.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Finch Hatton Township stop

Platypus viewing at Broken River

Eungella Sky Window viewpoint stop

Return transport from Airlie Beach accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle

Guided tour with EcoGuide Certified, Eco Certified guide (Ecotourism Australia accredited)

White Wine with Cheese and Nibbles (standard on every departure)

Entrance fees

Pinnacle Family Hotel pie lunch

Bottled water and snacks (crisps, popcorn, lollies)

Exclusion

Accommodation

Travel insurance

Personal purchases

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Be waiting outside your accommodation at 9:45am for a 9:55am pick up.

The drive from Airlie Beach to the Pinnacle Family Hotel is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. The route includes further driving between stops. Plan for a day with time in the vehicle.

Eungella National Park sits at approximately 1,000 metres above sea level. Significantly cooler and wetter than Airlie Beach. A light jacket is essential, even in summer.

What to bring: light jacket (essential), comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, camera or phone.

Platypus sightings are very common at Broken River but cannot be guaranteed. Wildlife is completely wild. Follow your guide's instructions.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Not wheelchair accessible. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. Maximum 10 travellers per departure.

This tour requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate. If your departure does not meet the minimum, the operator will contact you to discuss alternative dates or a full refund.

No flash photography, no feeding animals, no loud noise near the viewing platform.