Destination Cairns to Atherton Tablelands and Nature Viewing
Duration ½ Day
Departing Cairns 06:30am
Returning Cairns 12:30pm
The Tour:
Half Day Cairns Early Morning - Atherton Tablelands Nature Tour - The Secret World of the Platypus
Be part of the spectacular platypus phenomena! It is a ritual being cherished by visitors from around the world visiting tropical North Queensland. With a rainforest backdrop, the platypus, our most intriguing mammal, will be revealed to you.
Observe and photograph this world famous "living fossil" in its own undisturbed and secluded natural habitat. Described by researchers as the northern most distant playground in platypus habitat and the best area to observe their rare daylight behavioural movements.
Hear the billabong come to life with the mystic sounds of laughing kookaburras, and reflect on these moments with a fresh cup of Billy Tea while sampling and Open Fire, Traditional Aussie Bush Breakfast (scrambled eggs, bacon, baked beans, tomatoes, selection of baked breads with toasted muffins.
Onwards from this exclusive quiet waterway retreat we visit other remarkable areas of the tropics, quaint historical little towns encircling majestic rainforest and the beauty of our open dry country revealing more unique wildlife.
Bring your camera and be part of this photographer's and filmmaker's paradise.
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