- Written by the guide behind Wait-A-While Rainforest Tours
- Over a decade exploring the Atherton Tablelands
- Based on thousands of real wildlife encounters
Where the
Rainforest
Meets the Stars
A Journey Through the Wet Tropics Rainforests of the Atherton Tablelands
- More than 250+ pages and over 160+ stunning photographs and illustrations.
Journey through the ancient Wet Tropics rainforest from daylight to darkness, discovering remarkable wildlife, Indigenous heritage, geology and the unforgettable world that emerges after sunset.
- The perfect souvenir for visitors to Tropical North Queensland—and an unforgettable journey for nature lovers everywhere.
written by an experienced local guide
Original photography
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Inside You’ll Discover
From ancient landscapes and lush rainforest to starlit skies and the secrets of the night,
this book brings the rainforest’s heartbeat to life.
Ancient
Rainforest
Explore one of the oldest living places on Earth and its hidden wonders.
Incredible
Wildlife
Encounters with rare and extraordinary creatures.
Breathtaking Photography
Stunning images that capture the rainforest in all its beauty.
Stories from the Trail
Behind-the-scenes stories and insights from real tours.
Ancient Landscapes
Discover landscapes shaped over millions of years.
The Forest
at Night
Uncover the mysteries of nature after dark.
Look Inside
Explore a glimpse of the stories and photography that await you.
Why This Book is Different
Written by a Local Guide
Over a decade exploring the Atherton Tablelands.
Based on Real Experiences
The same journey enjoyed by thousands of Wait-A-While guests.
Above 160+ Photographs
Captured across one of the world’s oldest tropical rainforests.
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About the Author
Paul McLellan has spent more than a decade guiding visitors through the rainforests of the Atherton Tablelands. After introducing thousands of guests to platypuses, tree kangaroos, and the hidden world of the rainforest after dark, he created Where the Rainforest Meets the Stars to share the stories there simply isn’t time to tell on a single tour.
Storytelling
& Author
Personal
Reflections
Stunning
Photography
What readers are saying
“We had a wonderful day discovering animals in their natural habitat. Paul is incredibly knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna. We only wish we could have talked with him more.This tour was definitely one of the highlights of our vacation. Marie & Nicolas
” – Ken L.
“Paul was a great guide. Very patient and knowledgeable. He made sure everyone in the group had a great view of all wildlife and I’m not just saying this because I’ve got a tree bet with him!” – Zezhong H.
“We had an excellent time with Paul on the Wait-a-While Rainforest tour. We saw lots of animals, including platypus, possums, and bats. Paul was very knowledgeable about the animals and where to find them, even in the dark. Definitely a worthwhile tour if you are in Cairns for a few days.” – Bea F.
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