Tropic Tours | Taste Of The Tablelands
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Encounter a taste of the Atherton Tablelands with Tropic Tours and discover some of the finest local produce Far North Queensland has to offer!
- Sample a range of the finest chocolates, cheeses, coffee, fruits, spirits and liqueurs
- Explore the lush countryside visiting crater lakes, waterfalls and wildlife spotting
- Small group tours for a more immersive and exclusive experience!
Consider yourself a fan of fine foods and fresh, locally grown produce? Then you have to experience a taste of the tablelands with Tropic Tours! Departing from Cairns, you’ll make your way up the Macalister Range passing through the small rainforest village of Kuranda. Experience Skybury’s delectable coffee and papaya plantation in Mareeba. Hand feed cute little rock wallabies at Granite Gorge.
Taste test premium spirits and liquors of Mt Uncle’s Distillery and savour the decadent flavours of Gallos Dairyland cheese and chocolates. Explore the natural wonders of Curtain Fig, and the volcanic crater lakes of Barrine and Eacham as the sun begins to set behind the mountains. It’s the ultimate small group experience for those foodies looking for an authentic tasting tour of The Tablelands and Tropical North Queensland!
Highlights and Features
- Kuranda Village
- Barron Falls Gorge
- Skybury Plantation
- Granite Gorge and the Rock Wallabies
- Mt Uncle Distillery
- Gallos Dairyland
- Curtain Fig Tree
- Bromfield Crater
- Malanda Historic Dairy Town
- Malanda Falls Conservation
- Lake Barrine and Lake Eacham
Want to experience this trip on a private tour? Get in touch with our online travel consultants for more information!
Sample Itinerary
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KURANDA AND BARRON FALLS
Begin your day bright and early with pick ups from Cairns City and the Northern Beaches before heading up to Kuranda Village and Barron Gorge for a scenic tour of this quaint little town enshrouded by lush rainforest.
SKYBURY COFFEE AND PAPAYA PLANTATION
Continue the journey inland just past Mareeba, where you’ll arrive at the Skybury coffee and papaya plantation. En...
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KURANDA AND BARRON FALLS
Begin your day bright and early with pick ups from Cairns City and the Northern Beaches before heading up to Kuranda Village and Barron Gorge for a scenic tour of this quaint little town enshrouded by lush rainforest.
SKYBURY COFFEE AND PAPAYA PLANTATION
Continue the journey inland just past Mareeba, where you’ll arrive at the Skybury coffee and papaya plantation. Enjoy a lovely morning tea of fresh scones and coffee out on the balcony, overlooking the Skybury grounds. After morning tea, you’ll be taken on a guided tour of the coffee and papaya plantation.
GRANITE GORGE
Granite Gorge provides the opportunity to hand-feed the adorable Rock Wallabies! Wander around the granite boulders, encounter native wildlife and appreciate the beautiful savannah landscapes.
MT UNCLE DISTILLERY
Sample some of Far North Queensland’s finest award-winning spirits and liqueurs from the tropics! You’ll be guided through an interpretive tour to learn about the local ingredients used to distil botanical gins, rum, vodkas and liqueurs. Take a walk around the fruit tree orchards and admire a variety of animals on the property.
GALLO DAIRYLAND
Your taste buds are in for a treat at this next stop! Gallo Dairyland features a fully operational dairy farm that produces some of the best gourmet cheeses and hand-crafted chocolates on the tablelands. Explore the retail shop and maybe even buy some for the journey back to Cairns!
ATHERTON TABLELANDS
The rest of the afternoon is spent exploring and learning about the native attractions of the Atherton Tablelands countryside.
Visit the ancient 500 year old Curtain Fig Tree and the extinct volcanic Bromfield Crater. This area offers incredible photo ops and bird-watching opportunities.
The scenic drive brings you to the historic dairy town of Malanda. Explore the Malanda Falls conservation park.
Passing through the Nerada Tea Farm keep a look out for the elusive Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo. The last two stops for the day are Lake Barrine and Lake Eacham. Two incredible volcanic crater freshwater lagoons.
This is your chance to go for a swim or venture out on a nature walk around the lakes, along with some afternoon refreshments. It’s the perfect way to end an adventurous day discovering the authentic spirit and tastes of the Tropical North Queensland Tablelands.
As you make your way back towards Cairns, take in the sheer cliffside views as the drive takes you down the Gilli’s Range, arriving back into Cairns around 6pm.
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What To Bring
- Small day bag
- Water Bottle
- Hat
- Swim wear
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera
- Cash or card for extra purchases
What's Included
- Return pick up / drop off from hotel
- Food and beverage tastings
- Morning tea
- Visit to Skybury Plantation
- Stop at Granit Gorge
- Mount Uncle Distillery
- Gallos Dairyland
- Crater Lakes National Park
- Curtain Fig Tree
- Lunch
- Afternoon tea
What's Extra
- Souvenirs
- Any extra purchases no...
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What To Bring
- Small day bag
- Water Bottle
- Hat
- Swim wear
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera
- Cash or card for extra purchases
What's Included
- Return pick up / drop off from hotel
- Food and beverage tastings
- Morning tea
- Visit to Skybury Plantation
- Stop at Granit Gorge
- Mount Uncle Distillery
- Gallos Dairyland
- Crater Lakes National Park
- Curtain Fig Tree
- Lunch
- Afternoon tea
What's Extra
- Souvenirs
- Any extra purchases not mentioned in the inclusions.
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Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
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All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
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Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
For cancellations made to an Exclusive Private Tour or A small group tour, the following cancellation fees will apply:
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