CAIRNS HIGHLANDS: TOURS & ATTRACTIONS

Be thrilled by some of Australia's awesome aerial predators at the Atherton Birds of Prey show. Presented in the grounds of the historic Atherton Chinatown, Atherton Birds of Prey is the newest wildlife attraction in the region.

The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, situated in the heart of Kuranda is the largest butterfly flight aviary in Australia.

Home to the largest single collection of free flying birds in Australia, Birdworld Kuranda in the Australian highlands of the Atherton Tablelands displays no less than 75 species of the most spectacular birds from all corners of the planet - as well as from the earth’s fast diminishing rainforests.

Whatever your age or nationality, a ‘must do’ for any holiday itinerary is Cairns Night Zoo. This is definitely dinner with a difference.

A visit to the tropical north just wouldn’t be complete without seeing some of Australia’s fantastic wildlife up close.

Imagine discovering the secrets, sights and sounds of rainforest wildlife – right in the heart of Cairns.The Cairns Wildlife Dome is a spectacular all-weather wildlife exhibit enclosed by a 20 metre high glass dome on top of the Reef Hotel Casino.

Set amidst 200 acres of dry Savannah and where the rainforest meets the Outback of Australia, you will find Cairns and Atherton Tablelands most loved wildlife park.

Come and experience a lifetime of adventure in this speical part of Australia. All visitors marvel at the experience the natural wonder of Chillagoe, the history, both social and mining, the atmosphere of the area, the landscape formations and the country hospitality.

Now recognised as the hottest thing on the gourmet trail, the Coffee Works shares the Australian coffee story with over 200,000 visitors every year.

 DARK Tag-a-long Tours offers guided tours of Irvinebank and surroudning areas and has a special wagon for town tours of historic sites.

Gallo Dairyland is the newest attraction on the magnificent Atherton Tablelands. It is a fully functional dairy farm that produces a range of gourmet dairy products and hand crafted chocolates.

Visitors to Hillside Eden Gardens soon realise what the locals already know - this is a very unique place.

The new generation coffee pioneers, the Jaques family have established their own coffee plantation closer to Mareeba at Emerlad Creek.

Kangaventure Safaris are of the highest quality; catering for groups of all sizes and guarantee personal and professional service.

Kuranda Candy Kitchen is located in the heart of Kuranda takes you through the fascinating tradition of old fashioned candy making.

See all of your favourite Australian animals at this boutique wildlife attraction located in the Heritage Markets Kuranda, the Village in the Rainforest.

Enjoy the majestic splendour of Lake Barrine where tradition continues at this world-acclaimed natural attraction. Members of the Curry family have been operating Lake Barrrine rainforest cruise and Tea house since 1927.

Mareeba Shire - Where the rainforest meets the outback. Relax with nature in lush World Heritage rainforest. Taste the tropics by sampeling the harvest and tourist trail. Explore the past and experience places unique in history and geology.

Wake up to a dawn chorus alive with the sounds of the Blue-winged Kookaburra and Brolga and listen to the distinctive call of the Southern Boobook while stargazing under the southern sky.

Mount Uncle Distillery prides itself on producing 100% natural, pure and preservative free liquers that capture the true essence and life of the fruit.

Nestled in the green rolling hills of the Atherton Tablelands, surrounded by World Heritage Rainforest, Mungali Creek Diary is a family owned business, handcrafting a selection of premium quality cheeses and unique yoghurts from biodynamic milk produced on their farm.

Located just minutes from the Tableland town of Malanda, Nerada Tea plantation location on Glen Allyn Road offers visitors the chance to relax and enjoy the taste excellence of locally grown Tropical Highlands tea.

The award-winning Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary is Australia’s leading environmental wildlife experience, providing visitors with a chance to observe up close a huge range of flora and fauna.

Rainforestation a 100-acre tourist attraction set in the midst of World Heritage Rainforest situated half an hour by coach from Cairns and five minutes from Kuranda.

Learn the complete story from seedling to tasting. See roasting perfection in action with the cast iron German roasters.

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