Barefoot Atherton Tablelands Adventure by Cairns Waterfalls Discount Tickets

Overview

The Atherton Tablelands holds ancient rainforests, volcanic crater lakes, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. This is the best way to spend a full day in it. Departing Cairns, your small group heads into World Heritage-listed rainforest for a day of swimming, exploring, and wildlife watching. Slide down natural rock chutes at Josephine Falls, swim beneath Millaa Millaa Falls, cool off in volcanic Lake Eacham, and stand beneath the 500-year-old Cathedral Fig. Watch for platypus, cassowary, tree kangaroos, and turtles. Sightings are a regular part of the day. Your guide is local and genuinely passionate. They will point out wildlife you would walk straight past and adapt the pace to your group. Maximum 20 guests, so every stop gets proper time. Picnic lunch, entrance fees, national park permits, and return Cairns transfers included. Certified carbon-neutral. Fully accredited Queensland operator.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Meeting point: Reef Fleet Terminal, Bus Bay #7, 1 Spence St, Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns CBD Meeting time: 7:30 AM Or, arrange pick up at your accommodation in Cairns city.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Carbon-neutral tour - every adventure is carbon offset

Expert local guide

Small group experience - maximum 20 people

Water can be provided and there are water stations available along the route

In-vehicle air conditioning

All national park entrance fees and permits

Picnic lunch - sandwiches and fruit platter

Exclusion

Breakfast and dinner

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

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point: Reef Fleet Terminal, Bus Bay #7, 1 Spence St, Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns CBD

Look for the vibrant green or orange Barefoot Tours bus - arrive 15 minutes before departure

What to bring: towel, swimwear, comfortable shoes or sandals, sunglasses, hat, camera

Water can be provided and there are water stations available along the route

Pack a jumper or light jacket in winter months - temperatures in the Tablelands are cooler than Cairns

Wildlife sightings including platypus, cassowary, and tree kangaroos are common but not guaranteed

Itinerary is flexible and may vary based on weather and road conditions on the day

Minimum age 8 years