Chillagoe Caves & Outback 4WD Full Day Tour from Cairns
- The only Outback in a Day tour from Cairns and Port Douglas
- Travel in a 4WD down back roads as you learn all about the region's wildlife, history, and aboriginal culture
- Go caving and explore the Chillagoe-Mungaga Caves National Park with an expert local guide
- See the historic Chillagoe Smelter Ruins and Aboriginal Rock Art
- Enjoy an Aussie Outback pub lunch
- Visit Granite Gorge to see the famous rock wallabies
Options
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Full Day Tour
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
English-speaking guide
Live commentary on board
Lunch
Use of all facilities
Morning tea Skybury Coffee Plantation with local coffee or tea, and a snack
Visit the Balancing Rock for a photo opportunity
See some Aboriginal Rock Art and learn about local Dreamtime stories
Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
Explore the famous Chillagoe Caves with a local expert guide who will share stories and local history of the area
Enjoy an Aussie Outback pub lunch in Chillagoe
Visit the wallabies at Granite Gorge and see local wildlife
Round trip transfers from Cairns
Exclusions
Round trip transfers from Northern Beaches and Port Douglas additional costs apply. Please book directly with tour operator once tour is booked.
Additional Info
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Children aged 17+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Free for children aged 0-3
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Cairns City Transfers are included. Additional costs apply for Port Douglas and Northern Beaches transfers. Please confirm pick up location with the tour operator prior to departure and to pay for your transfers.
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What's included in Chillagoe Caves & Outback 4WD Full Day Tour from Cairns
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 06:30, pick up. Cairns City included. Additional costs apply for Port Douglas and Northern Beaches transfers. Approximate times: Cairns City from 6.30am, Northern Beaches from 6.45am & Port Douglas from 5.50am..This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] Skybury Cafe & Roastery, Morning Tea at Skybury Coffee Plantation. Tea, coffee and light food refreshements included.
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park, Caving with a local ranger guide.
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Chillagoe smelters, Visit the historic Chillagoe Smelter ruins.
- [Dining] Lunch, Chillagoe Cockatoo Hotel Motel, Please advise of special dietary requirements.
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Balancing Rock
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Wullumba Art Site
- [Attraction/experience] Granite Gorge Nature Park, Visit Granite Gorge and see the native rock wallabies.
- [Return] 18:00, Shuttle included
- The menu might change depending on the season and availability of ingredients
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Your day begins with a pick up by your friendly accredited guide. Ascend the McAllister Ranges looking for many different species of wildlife along the way. First stop is Skybury Coffee Plantation in Mareeba for morning tea.
Then, travel out to Chillagoe while listening to the informative commentary by your guide who will share information about the region's wildlife, history, and aboriginal culture.
Explore the Chillagoe-Mungaga Caves National Park with an expert local guide (highlight of the day!), travel through historic mining towns and small outback communities, see the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins, visit Balancing Rock, see and learn about aboriginal rock art and visit Granite Gorge to see the wallabies. You will also enjoy lunch in the heart of Chillagoe town.
Meet
Venues
- Granite Gorge Nature Park
