Night Rainforest Wildlife Tour
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Small group rainforest and wildlife experience, all at night time!
- See the rainforest come to life at night
- Small group setting
- Best chance to see nocturnal animals in their natural environment
- A chance to see platypus, Lumholtz's Tree Kangaroos, Lemuroid Possums & the Green and Herbert River Ringtail Possums
- Visit Lake Eacham - a volcanic crater lake
Overview
This Night Rainforest Wildlife Tour isn't just fun, but it's also informative. You will learn all about the region and everything that lives in it, from its plants to its animals! Take with you a greater understanding and appreciation of our environment and culture, and how you can make a difference to our future!
Highlights
- Cairns & Northern Beach Transfers (except Port Douglas)
- All equipment included
- Meals (afternoon tea/dinner) & refreshments included
- Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional, experienced, naturalist guide
- Small groups for an intimate experience
- Enjoy interpretive rainforest walking trails
- Look for the Musky Rat Kangaroo
- Afternoon Devonshire Tea at Lake Barrine
- Visit Lake Eacham
- Platypus spotting at our exclusive private viewing area
- Dinner at a country restaurant
- Spotlighting at the 500 yr old Curtain Fig Tree
- Look for Lumholtz's Tree Kangaroos, Lemuroid Possoms & the Green and Herbert River Ringtail Possums
Sample Itinerary
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Cairns
Your night tour starts in the southern suburbs of Cairns where a number of agile Wallabies live - keep an eye out for these adorable marsupials as you make your way along, heading for the tablelands.
Danbulla State Forest
Drive up the scenic Gillies Range and stop in the Danbulla State Forest to observe an 800-year-old Curtain Fig Tree! This huge tree is a great place to take photos and e...
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Departs/Returns
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Departs: 1:30pm Northern Beaches. 2:00pm Cairns. Tour departs 7 days a week. Hotel pick ups included. Port Douglas Transfers available at extra charge (please enquire)
Returns: Approximately 10.30pm
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Important Information
Wait A While Rainforest Tours cannot be held responsible for any loss of property or injury due to circumstances beyond our control.
There is no guarantee of animal sightings.
What To Bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Walking shoes
- Camera
- Water bottle
What's Included
- Cairns & Northern Beach Transfers (except Port Douglas)
- All equipment (binoculars, spotlighting gear, rain ponchos, reference materials)
- Meals (afternoon tea/dinner) & refreshments
- Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional, experienced, naturalist guide
- National Park fees, fuel levies, insurances, and surcharges
- Small groups
What's Extra
- Transfers from Port Douglas at an additional cost (please enquire)
Cancellations
Cancellation within 3 days (72 Hours) of departure will not be refunded. Outside of that period full refund less 5% will be made.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.

