Paronella Park & Atherton Tablelands
The Paronella Park & Atherton Tablelands tour covers over 300km of scenic landscapes, waterfalls, and rainforest. Starting from Cairns, the tour includes Lake Barrine, Yungaburra, the Curtain Fig Tree, Millaa Millaa Falls, and a visit to Paronella Park. Travel in a small group with a knowledgeable guide and enjoy included morning tea and lunch. There are photo stops, guided rainforest walks, swimming opportunities, and time to explore the gardens and history of Paronella Park.
Features
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Cairns
- Paronella Park guided tour and entry
- Return transfers from Northern Beaches available (extra cost)
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Devonshire morning tea
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Lake Barrine visit and short guided walk
- 1000-year-old twin kauri pines
- Yungaburra township drive-through
- Curtain Fig Tree guided boardwalk tour
- Malanda township
- Swim at Millaa Millaa Falls
- Photo stops at Walsh’s Pyramid and Heales Lookout
- Optional fruit stop at local banana farm
- Optional swim at Babinda Boulders (if time permits)
Cairns to Atherton Tablelands
Pick-up in Cairns between 7.15am and 7.45am. First stop is Walsh’s Pyramid for a photo, then travel through Goldsborough Valley up the Gillies Highway with a stop at Heales Lookout for scenic views.
Lake Barrine
Visit Crater Lakes National Park. A short guided walk highlights the 1000-year-old twin kauri pines. Morning tea is served at the Lake Barrine Teahouse, with options to relax or take a short rainforest walk.
Yungaburra and Curtain Fig Tree
Drive through Yungaburra with commentary on its heritage buildings and history. At Curtain Fig Tree, join a boardwalk tour to learn about the unique rainforest tree and look for local wildlife.
Malanda and Millaa Millaa Falls
Pass through Malanda and stop at Millaa Millaa Falls for a swim or relax beside the water. Lunch follows at a local restaurant.
Paronella Park
Arrive at Paronella Park for a 30-minute guided tour followed by free time to explore. Highlights include the Grand Staircase, Kauri Avenue, Teresa Falls and the suspension bridge.
Return via Babinda Boulders (if time permits)
Stop at a banana farm for optional fruit purchases. If time allows, visit Babinda Boulders for a final swim before heading back to Cairns.
Meeting Point & Times
Hotel pick-up from Cairns accommodation between 7.15am – 7.45am
Return to Cairns approximately 5.30 – 6.00pm
What To Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Swimwear and towel
- Water bottle
- Hat and sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Money for optional purchases
Additional Information
This tour is not wheelchair accessible
Tour operates in all weather conditions
Not recommended for children under 4 years
Instant Booking & Mobile-Friendly Tickets
Check availability & book here to secure the Atherton Tablelands & Paronella Park Tour
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Special Child & Family Rates
We offer special rates for families. Please check the booking for form for up-to-date family pricing.
Reviews
We had a great day.
The driver/guide was excellent and clearly well-experienced providing good explanations of the places visited.
Highly recommend this tour, it was varied and so interesting and beautiful.
We had a great day and Steve was an excellent operator
Awesome day, the Driver was great, a must do day trip when in Cains.
The driver on the day his knowledge of the areas needs to be commended , his happy and out going personality was really a pleasure and makes everyone feel so comfortable , his professionalism on the day I can not thank him enough, the tour was well planned and I encourage people to see this tour as it was well worth the money, thank you to the driver and northern experience.
Meeting Point & Times
Hotel pick-up from Cairns accommodation between 7.15am – 7.45am
Return to Cairns approximately 5.30 – 6.00pm
