Attractions
ATHERTON TABLELANDS & MAREEBA OUTBACK
Attractions
Travel on Kuranda’s Historic Scenic Railway, experience the World Heritage rainforest from above the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or drive yourself via the Kennedy Highway.
Visit the first-class nature-based tourist attractions which include koalas, butterflies, kangaroos, reptiles as well as native and exotic birds. You can see traditional Aboriginal dancers perform or join an Army Duck ride through the rainforest. Kuranda Riverboat has been cruising the calm waters of the beautiful Barron River since 1982. Their skippers know these waters better than anyone, giving you a fascinating insight into the rainforest’s plants and animals and the region’s history. Book your Kuranda Riverboat tour today for a truly one-of-a-kind Australian rainforest adventure!
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, smells and tranquillity of one of the world’s most botanically fascinating areas that has remained relatively unchanged for 130 million years.
Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is a 10-hectare wildlife sanctuary and ecotourism park. It is one of the longest continually operating tourist attractions in Australia.
Carpentaria Shire Council – Barramundi Discovery Centre
Interactive and state of the art Interpretive Centre provides the history, stories, lifecycle and habits of these sought-after fish. Discover the wetlands and mangroves and learn about the incredible birdlife and stunning southern Gulf flora.
Gallo’s Dairyland – Malanda
On the lush tropical Atherton Tablelands, you will find a dairy farm that has opened their gates to the public. Fully operational dairy farm; a gourmet cheese factory; a café/restaurant; and hand-crafted chocolates.
Golden Drop Winery
Open 10am - 4pm. Call 07 4093 2750 if you wish to confirm. Purchase Mango and Fruit Wine, Liqueurs and Sparkling Wine from the winery, from our retailers or from our website.
Mt Uncle Distillery
Located in the foothills of a banana plantation in Tropical North Tropical Queensland, Mt Uncle Distillery has built an impeccable and unrivalled reputation in producing award winning premium spirits and liqueurs.
Coffee Works
Espresso Bar open 8.00am-3.00pm Mon-Sun. Freshly made locally sourced, Chocolate Shop, Gift Shop - Gourmet to Gorgeous. Liqueurs. Post mail order service is available online!
Eventide Distillery
Founded by Kelli & Andrew Smith both raised in the local area. Creating spirits that pay homage to the Atherton Tablelands and showcasing what it has to offer.
Billycart Brewing Co
A locally owned and independent brewery in Atherton. It is a local hub for people to enjoy freshly crafted beer in a relaxing space. The taproom caters for the adventurous craft beer drinker as well as those who just love a cold beer at the end of the day.
Kuranda Koala Gardens
Boutique wildlife attraction, located in the Kuranda Rainforest Village. The wildlife park is home to an amazing array of Australian animals. Cuddle a Koala or visit the nocturnal exhibit.
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Experience one of the most unique rail journeys in Australia. Discover the living colour and natural beauty of a World Heritage-Listed Rainforest that is millions of years old.
Blundell Classic Ford Museum
A beautiful collection of Fords as early as 1924 through to some very collectible 2016 models.
Carpentaria Shire Council – Barramundi Discovery Centre
Interactive and state of the art Interpretive Centre provides the history, stories, lifecycle and habits of these sought-after fish. Discover the wetlands and mangroves and learn about the incredible birdlife and stunning southern Gulf flora.
Elders Tablelands Real Estate
Your local expert and advocate in the real estate industry, renowned for its thorough and professional approach. Covering areas across the Atherton Tablelands, our team of dedicated agents know the area inside and out and is committed to delivering exceptional service.
Chillagoe Caves
Rich in geological wonders, colourful history and natural beauty. Located just West of the Atherton Tablelands, Chillagoe Caves is a picturesque, 3-hour drive from Cairns.
Crocodile Express
Discover the Daintree on one of our Upper or Lower River Cruises. We are committed to Conservation, education and celebration of the wonderful World Heritage Wet Tropics.
Gulflander Train
Originally built to connect the once bustling river port of Normanton to the gold fields of Croydon, today the Gulflander is a tourism icon. From wetlands and grasslands to the arid Savannah, the 1950 railmotor, also known as the ‘Tin Hare’, ventures through countryside that most people would never see.
Kuranda Riverboat
Features a 45-minute calm water riverboat cruise through the world’s most ancient rainforest, enjoy commentary about river life. The river is home to a host of wildlife, including freshwater crocodiles, turtles, snakes, fish, and birds. Book now for a unique Australian sightseeing tour.
Tablelands Council – Regional Galleries
Operating three galleries in the Tablelands Region. Exhibitions are constantly changing and include artworks from local artists, travelling exhibitions, and school and community groups.
Artistree Gallery
Artistree gallery want to share their passion with you for high quality, beautiful, handcrafted items at an achievable price.
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