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We don't just operate in Sydney! As a fully licensed Destination Management Company (DMC), we manage high-end tours and logistics across the whole of Australia. On this exclusive nature tour, you will be hosted by our expert local Queensland guides, ensuring a safe, flexible, and deeply knowledgeable journey through the region's hidden swimming holes and ancient forests.
Escape the heat and dive into nature. This tour is perfectly designed for active tourists who love nature and want to escape the hot and humid coast. You will get plenty of opportunities for exploring, swimming, and sliding in crystal clear rivers, spectacular waterfalls, and ancient volcanic crater lakes.
Experience Highlights:
- Babinda Boulders: Walk to the mystical "Devil's Pool" and swim in designated clear-water areas.
- Josephine Falls: Swim in crystal-clear waters and slide down the famous natural rock slide.
- Waterfall Circuit: Shower under the iconic Millaa Millaa Falls, and visit the scenic Zillie and Ellinjaa Falls.
- Lake Eacham: Relax and swim in a tranquil 65-meter deep volcanic crater lake surrounded by rainforest.
- Curtain Fig Tree: Marvel at the gigantic 500-year-old tree with its massive aerial roots.
Your Proposed Itinerary (10-12 Hours):
As this is a private tour, you control the timing and pace at each location!
08:00 AMPickup from your Cairns or Port Douglas hotel. Journey south towards the lush rainforests.
09:15 AMBabinda Boulders: Take a stroll through the rainforest to view the culturally significant "Devil's Pool" and enjoy a refreshing morning swim.
10:45 AMJosephine Falls: Arrive at the foot of Queensland's highest peak, Mt. Bartle Frere. Have fun on the natural rock slide.
12:30 PMInnisfail & Lunch: Stop at a local fruit market (seasonal) before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant or cafe (at own expense).
02:00 PMWaterfall Circuit: Drive up into the cool Atherton Tablelands. Visit Millaa Millaa, Zillie, and Ellinjaa Falls.
04:00 PMLake Eacham & Curtain Fig Tree: Take a final dip in the blue crater lake, then stop to photograph the massive Curtain Fig Tree.
06:00 PM - 07:00 PMArrive back at your hotel (return time varies depending on whether you are staying in Cairns or Port Douglas).
Important Safety Note: By taking this tour, you acknowledge and accept the risks associated with swimming activities in natural environments. Always follow your guide's instructions and only swim in designated safe areas.
Attraction & Upgrade Information
The beauty of this tour is that nature is free!
- National Parks: Most locations and waterfalls visited on this tour are free to enter.
- Lunch: Own expense at local cafes/restaurants.
- Port Douglas Pick-up: Incurs an additional $100 per group due to the extended driving distance.