Helicopter Safaris, Outback Helicopter Tours from Cairns & Port Douglas, River of Gold

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River of Gold

Destination: Tyrconnell Gold Mine & Mount Mulligan Tour & Return Scenic Helicopter Flights
Departs: Cairns & Port Douglas
Returns: Cairns & Port Douglas

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The Tour

Fly to the famous Hodgkinson River gold fields and wander an Australian Heritage homestead and the ghost towns that remain in remote outback bushland. Your tour will include accommodation transfers from Cairns or Port Douglas accommodation, tropical coastline, mountain rainforest and outback scenic helicopter flights, a guided tour of Tyrconnell gold mine and historical homestead which includes the fascinating history of the area and the gold mine, a guided walk of the site and a demonstration of the rare 120 year old quartz crushing machine in operation, flight to Mount Mulligan escarpment and a visit of the historical and devastating mine explosion site. Your day will include refreshments as well as the opportunity to swim, take photos and explore the area.

Includes
  • Return tropical coastline, mountain rainforest and outback helicopter scenic flight
  • Guided tour of Tyrconnell gold mine and Heritage homestead
  • Flight to Mt Mulligan escarpment and historic mine explosion site
  • Morning or afternoon tea and refreshments
  • Opportunity for swimming, photography and exploration
Rates - River of Gold Rates - From Port Douglas
Duration 4.5 Hours 2 Persons 3 Persons + Code
Departing Port Douglas AU$975.00 pp AU$875.00 pp PDRG
Rates - River of Gold Rates - From Cairns
Duration 4.5 Hours 2 Persons 3 Persons + Code
Departing Cairns AU$975.00 pp AU$875.00 pp CSRG


What to Bring: Camera, sunscreen, walking shoes, swimwear & towel. Soft bags only please, as luggage space is restricted.

Please Note: All prices listed are per person (pp) & reflect a minimum of 2 full paying persons per aircraft. All prices are in Australian Dollars, GST inclusive and valid to 31 April 2010. Prices subject to change, please contact us for all booking enquiries.

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