Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns Discount Tickets

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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.

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. 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 and Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.)
Duration: 10 mins
2. Skybury Cafe & Roastery
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.
Duration: 30 mins
3. 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.
Duration: 120 mins
4. 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.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Balancing Rock
Visit Balancing Rock for an iconic photo opportunity. Then, see Aboriginal Rock Art and learn about some Dreamtime stories with your guide.
Duration: 60 mins
6. Chillagoe Cockatoo Hotel Motel
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.
Duration: 60 mins
7. 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.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

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.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon 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

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)

Supplied by Billy Tea Safaris

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