Wildlife Tour Itinerary

Explore Cairns Tablelands by Day and Night

Tour Itinerary

Departs Cairns: 13:30pm
Returns Cairns: 21:30pm

Your wildlife tour begins with a visit to a mob of Agile Wallabies in Cairns, followed by a scenic drive up the winding Gillies Range to the Tablelands. After refreshments at Lake Barrine, enjoy a rainforest walk to see Twin Bull Kauri Pines and spot unique species like Boyd’s Forest Dragon, Musky Rat Kangaroo, and rainforest birds.

We then head to our Platypus viewing area — a tour highlight — before enjoying dinner at Yungaburra Hotel. After dark, spotlighting begins near the Curtain Fig Tree, revealing nocturnal wildlife. Clear nights offer amazing stargazing with views of the Southern Cross and Milky Way.

Tour concludes around 21:30 in Cairns (22:00 for Northern Beaches).

Everything You Need for an Unforgettable Adventure

What’s Included

  • Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles
  • Pick-up from Cairns City Hotel after lunch
  • Small groups with professional guides
  • No hidden fees – all park fees, fuel levies, insurance included
  • All Meals Included – Afternoon Tea, Dinner, and Refreshments
  • All equipment provided – binoculars, wet weather gear, reference materials
  • Sample seasonal rainforest fruits
  • Learn how Aboriginal tribes use native plants
  • Platypus spotting and nocturnal wildlife experience
  • Stargazing on clear nights with minimal light pollution
Know Before You Go

Accessibility & Additional Info

This tour involves walking 3–4 km, occasionally on uneven or muddy terrain. Suitable for individuals able to walk 1 km unaided. Please assess your walking ability before booking.

Also included:

  • Pick-up/drop-off at Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodations

  • Use of binoculars, reference material, and wet weather gear

  • Dietary requirements can be accommodated — please advise in advance

Pick-up Times:

  • Cairns: 13:15–13:30

  • Northern Beaches: 12:45–13:00

Flexible Rates for All Travelers

Tour Pricing

  • ADULT – $220

  • CHILD – $200

  • FAMILY – $750

  • (Families 2 x Adults 2 x Children)

  • (Please Note: Children Age 4–12 Years)

Ready to Explore the World’s Oldest Rainforest?

Join us for an unforgettable rainforest and nocturnal spotlighting adventure in Cairns. See rare wildlife, enjoy a guided experience, and make lasting memories.