31 Best Stops Between Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Cairns
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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns?
The direct drive from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns is 1,740 mi (2,800 km), and should have a drive time of 1 day 8 hrs in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Alice Springs, as well as top places to visit like Hermannsburg Historic Precinct and Ormiston Gorge, or the ever-popular Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon.
Top city between Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Cairns
The top city between Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Cairns is Alice Springs. It's 5 hours from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and 27 hours from Cairns.
Located in the heart of Australia's Northern Territory, Alice Springs is a remote town that serves as a popular starting point for exploring the Red Centre. Situated halfway between Darwin and Adelaide, this historic town was established in 1872 as part of the Overland Telegraph Line. The vintage buildings and equipment at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve offer a glimpse into its past.
Most popular city on this route
1 minute off the main route, 16% of way to Cairns
Best stops along Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns drive
The top stops along the way from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns (with short detours) are Alice Springs Desert Park, Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon, and ANZAC Hill. Other popular stops include Historic Village Herberton, Standley Chasm, and Granite Gorge Nature Park.
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Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon
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Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon offers a relaxed stay in a remote outback setting with top-quality facilities, including restaurants, a pool, and even helicopter tours. Guests appreciate the knowledgeable and experienced staff, as well as the option to choose camping sites with great views. The campground provides clean amenities and private bathrooms for added convenience. The beautiful rooms and exceptional service make for a memorable experience, although it's noted that the location may be challenging for those with mobility issues.
We stayed here a few years back and planning a new trip. The last few years has not helped. It was a lovely comfortable spot - a very nice room and comfortable bed - we always wished we'd stayed longer. Did the walks/Rim etc etc and ate at the pub - awesome night. Just a lovely spot. Efficient and friendly staff. If things stay OK we'll be back soon. Easy drive from Alice or Uluru.
Michael M — Google review
Had a really great time here. Only stayed for one night as that is all we had planned to do for our big driving trip but in hindsight wish we had booked more nights in here. We were camping and found the facilities really good, there are plenty of amenity blocks and the pool is great. There’s a service station on site and a cafe/pub that serves really really tasty food. There was also live entertainment that night and the guy playing was fantastic. So great camping, great food, great facilities, great entertainment, in a beautiful place so highly recommend.
Chris Waghorn — Google review
Spent a few nights here while we did the King Canyon walks. Great amenities, roomy sites, nice pool area and sunset viewing area. The pub was excellent, great atmosphere with live entertainment each night. Camp kitchens very basic and $70 for a powered site a bit on the rip-off side, otherwise 10/10
Rob Tibbett — Google review
Spread out cabins attached in rows. The room was okay and the meals were satisfactory. However, depending on the location of the cabin the distances to the restaurant, bar, reception or service station can be fairly long. As a group we experienced a service failure when all room keys were not working. A wonderful room service lady fortunately opened all doors, so we didn't have to wait for reception (far away) delivered replacements.
Werner Tubbe — Google review
📝 This was one of the best places we stayed during our holidays in Australia. We stayed in one of the Deluxe rooms, which was a big contributor to our satisfaction: if you stay in this room type I'm sure you'll have a great time. Based on what I've experienced here, this resort definitely deserves a higher rating on Google Maps.
🛏️ Our Deluxe room had been renovated one year earlier. It was huge, clean, modern. Here I had the best sleep of the whole trip, I loved both mattress and pillow. Also, there was a beautiful tub with view. Every tool and device in the room worked flawlessly. This was the perfect room to relax during the hottest hours of the day.
📍 The resort is only a few kilometers away from Kings canyon, which was just so incredibly beautiful. I wish we could have spent more time there. There is basically nothing else around, except for a bar/restaurant on the other side of the road, which is also where we had breakfast. In the reception building they had some Aboriginal art for sale.
☝🏼 At the resort you can of course book some activities: we did Bruce Munro's Light Towers which was a nice complement to the Field of Light at Uluru.
Giacomo Pianta — Google review
What's not to like? Motorhome sites under the trees, brand new clean facilities, swimming pool, sunset viewing deck and a ten minute drive to Kings Canyon. We went in March so it was quiet, hot and very relaxed. There was a lot of work happening so it will only get better. The staff are super helpful and friendly. They have a petrol station on site so you can top up before you leave.
Phil Comber — Google review
Construction everywhere, no kids playground as advertised. Very hard to check in and not well signposted. Ate a meal in the restaurant and had to shoo flies for our entire meal inside. The view from the bottom sites was amazing though. Pool was great. Nice and cold. Good location. Night sky was amazing.
Jaime Thomson — Google review
We had a great experience staying here and I would recommend any friend or family member to stay here. The 24/7 reception was useful as we arrived fairly late, the dining options were excellent and the buffet breakfast was delicious. Our glamping tent was beautifully styled (better than a lot of hotels), comfortable and had fantastic amenities. There is also a beautiful viewing platform where you really should watch the sunset!
Elyse M — Google review
Very overpriced for a powered site. $94 for a powered site for 2A 2K with discount. Never paid that much before. I understand you are in the middle of nowhere but we paid $77 a night with no discount at Ayers rock resort campground. Sites were small and ours had no shade even though I booked the site months ago. Bins were far away from sites. Pool was beyond freezing. You were lucky if you got a hot shower. One lady told me she'd only had 1 hot shower in the 4 nights she stayed as the rest wouldn't get hot. Restaurant was good enough and fairly priced. Check in took way too long with how busy they are. Needs to be more streamlined. I wouldn't recommend staying here. If you are in a caravan perhaps try and find a free camp closeby instead and save your money for a caravan park worthy of your money
Shannon Nowakowski — Google review
We took a campground spot with private bathroom (en-suite) and it was amazing!! Having the private bathroom (you can lock) changes the game (especially if you don't have a trailer to keep your stuff in one place).
The campground is super clean, not much bugs nor flies, the pool is great, the restaurant food is good, nothing to say negative about the place!!
Thumbs up, you can go ahead, great value for price.
And super nice view to see the sunset on King's Canyon.
Alex J — Google review
BEAUTIFUL SPOT! Greeted on arrival by Matteo, very knowledgeable and showed great experience of the area. Facilities were top quality, clean and open, the park wasn’t very busy and expecting a lot of the areas to be closed, was told we could chose any camping site we wanted which is the DREAM, great views from our site and close to all the amenities.
Didn’t use the bar at the sunrise/set area however went there for sunrise, which has great views only a short walk from the camp, definitely recommend.
Perfect place for Stargazers, Bird watchers, Hikers and those looking to gain some knowledge of the local First Nations.
Would highly recommend.
Scott Chamberlain — Google review
Stayed in our caravan at the caravan park. We were right at the back of the park overlooking the range. The parks are gravel with a sand proof mat already in place for you. The lovely lady at reception had the vans spaced out so we had no one right near us. The amenities look new and were very clean. It was expensive at $75 per night but I feel like it was worth it.
Alison Lewis — Google review
Look, it was stinking hot when I was there, but that's the western desert for you! We stayed at a powered campsite and it was great - beautiful location, great facilities, reasonable price. The pool was such a welcome treat, so refreshingly cool in 40 degree weather. The restaurant and bar were under renovation when we were there so can't comment on that, but I loved that they set up a temporary sunset bar overlooking the canyon.
Amelia Bruce — Google review
The rooms were beautifully appointed, the service was exceptional, its not for the faint hearted as its a trek to your cabin from reception or to the restaurant and the pub and helicopter flights. As we had an 86 year old and his wife on our tour, they found that a little difficult. A suggestion, may be they could have transport from reception to wherever available for the disadvantaged. Would recommend it in a heart beat a wonderful experience.
Lea Ison — Google review
Stayed in the campgrounds & everything was tidy, bathrooms were nice + BBQ stations, undercover kitchen/eating areas. Pool looked lovely too. Just don't leave anything out or the dingoes will take it 😅
Cassidy Dixon — Google review
Large holiday campground full of caravans and campers. Only a short 10 minute drive away from Kings Canyon car park. Ample people around, felt really safe. Plenty of clean amenities block and picnic shelters. Petrol station and general store out the front. Great views of Kings Canyon from the camp ground. Paid $43.00 for an unpowered tent site. Definitely on the pricier side of things. Great place to stay nonetheless. Thank you for a great place to stay.
Wendy — Google review
After originally booking a tent site we requested a cabin on the campground at check in as it was raining, the service assistant Matteo was lovely and very helpful, he arranged a room at a great price. The room was pretty average but I wouldn’t expect much for the price we paid, the point was it was clean and comfortable. Camp kitchen close by and the toilets/showers were clean and worked well. The pub was fantastic! Only a 1 minute walk, great atmosphere, live acoustic entertainer, food was good, very happy with this place.
Thank you again to Matteo who went above and beyond.
Jessica Lammeretz- Bould — Google review
Awesome time here. Staff were very friendly and eager to please.
Restaurant and bar, 5 min walk from room, great atmosphere and food.
Room was fabulous very clean and not overdone, bath with a huge window, felt like we were outside, so relaxing.
Done the canyon walk 3 1/2 to 4hrs. But absolutely spectacular, much thanks and praise to Kirsten and Rosalie for such a knowledgeable and friendly guided tour (recommend being guided so much info on things you would miss otherwise)
Done the Light Tower experience at the Luritja lookout at sunset, felt like royalty, on our own deck personal service, many thanks to Taylah, couldn't do enough for us. Then to go down into the Light Towers and allow yourself to be consumed by the sights and sounds, we spent a good hour or so, MUST DO.
Could not have been happier with our stay.
Yes, a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for, totally stay again.
Carmichael's for breakfast, couldn't be unhappy with the selection.
Had a swim, yes a little cool, but great once in, surrounding bird life was so nice on the ears.
Although it's a little walk to access things, would rather that than live in others pockets (at the end of the day a 6 min or so walk, to enjoy the surroundings)
Cheers Lisa and Chris
chris eyb — Google review
Pretty good but expected more for the price. The light show is one of the most ridiculous money grabs I've seen in a while. They were a blight on the beautiful landscape and sunset would have been much nicer without them. If you choose to pay for this experience, you'll regret it.
Leah Pasierbek — Google review
This is amazing. We stayed in a deluxe room, which I can highly recommend, it's fabulous.
Very modern, clean, spacious and stylish, complementary Nespresso, very high ceilings.
We spent hours stargazing on the little veranda, The pictures on the website are very accurate.
The pool is good too.
I do deduct 1 star because of the food. I was having the ribs for dinner, which were not heated up properly, still "fridge-cold" on the inside, not pleasant. Breakfast time ends too soon for me, it's until 9am, I'm just not hungry yet so early in the morning.
Marco Loetscher — Google review
We had a standard bedroom in the resort. The bedroom was new and very nice. Bathroom clean and modern. Everything was ok. We came from Yulara outback lodge and had a really bad experience there, so we were really suprised of the good condition. Breakfast was included and was pretty good. I really enjoyed the fresh fruits (melon, grapes, Orange, apples). There were also cereals, yoghurt, scrummbled eggs, sausages, bacon and so on. The pool area was ideal for the afternoon. Perfect area for sunset view with baverages and live music on our second evening. Staff at the reception was always very helpful. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Katharina Wolfbauer — Google review
The new and freshly renovated deluxe rooms were superb and also the bathroom was clean and nice. The room was one of the best rooms on the whole trip. It's a pity only staying one night.
The service was friendly and the check-in was quick. W-lan was available because of the proximity to the reception.
Felix B. — Google review
Lodge - comfortable room. Well maintained facilities including toilets and showers. Beautiful setting. Enjoyed having a drink at the outer terrace. Good choice of food and drink available. Friendly, helpful staff. Well located near to King's Canyon.
We loved our visit today. Rod was so welcoming and knowledgeable. Everything was so interesting. Well worth the visit.
Kelly Bethel — Google review
The stories are amazing about the Missionaries a d Lso some of the Aboriginals. Most stuff is in good nick, but there are quite a few empty rooms with nothing in them. It would be great if they could put some replica furniture in there.
Campbell Docherty — Google review
The historic precinct is well worth a visit. A very interesting place to learn how the early settlers lived. It has a fantastic cafe that has great strudel scones and I'm told the quiche is too. The staff were all friendly and knowledgeable.
michael robinson — Google review
Great Cafe, built in 1897 believe it or not!
Great atmosphere, good coffee, yummy scones and jam/cream, and the staff are really friendly and helpful! Worth a drive to get a break from Alice. Really green at the moment due to lots of rain!
Clinton Franklin — Google review
An exciting and interesting part of the history of Central Australia and Australia’s indigenous population. Just fascinating. Thanks Sam for the great food and coffee!!
James Juers — Google review
Very interesting & they have done a good job at teaching us about the past!
The food (especially the fresh scones) & coffee was delicious!
A great place to spend time when in the red centre!
Marie Fitzgerald — Google review
Well preserved and presented historical chapter. Helpful staff. Super cafe!
Markus Richardson — Google review
Nothing special. A poorly-curated collection of artefacts and buildings that are in desperate need of some attention. Only highlight are the tea rooms. Lovely staff member on duty, there, who served-up an A-grade beef and vegetable pastie.
Derek Jenkins — Google review
We did a self tour of the site and learnt about the harsh times the occupants endured. The buildings are almost in a ruin state but not much more can be expected in this remote and unforgiving place. The cafe is good and has a nice selection of pies, cakes and sandwiches etc. (but remember where you are remote central Australia, don't expect full city service). Overall it is a long drive from Alice Springs to Hermansberg and there is nothing else to see here, the community outside the precinct restricts access to the residential areas and it is quite desolate. If passing through worth the visit, but touch and go if it is worth the drive from Alice and back.
Shannon Walsh — Google review
The amount of garbage strewn across the vacant land and road entering the town was really off-putting and made us feel the 120 odd km trek in from Clean beautiful Alice was a waste of time. But the restoration precinct was spotless and educational.
Karen Drummond — Google review
Great place to visit. Everything has its own story which is linked to the history of Northern Territory
Hiếu Huỳnh — Google review
Very Interesting historic Place . Lovely old fashioned Church which could do with someone with a long Broom to remove the Historical Spiders Web!!But the Food at the Cafe was YUM and rest of the sites was great. It was rather hard to imagine how the Original Lutheran missionaries managed to do all the Wonderful work they did and the People there were great .....
The Ormiston Gorge is a popular destination in the West MacDonnell Ranges, characterized by a river flowing through a breathtaking ravine with steep walls of red rock. It is known for its shaded waterhole surrounded by ghost gums and the enclosed Ormiston Pound.
Ormiston Gorge is one of the best places to visit in the West Macdonell Range. It has proper toilets, a kiosk with food, picnic tables and many walks. It's busier than the other places but wasn't an issue.
We did the Ghost Gum walk which was great as you'll see from my photos.
Alex Lohrere — Google review
It’s great place for walking through red gum trees and white sand beach with big hole and back drop of giant rusty red rock cliffs. It’s ok for swimming with a bit clear , cool , fresh water.
Jajaval Nakhakes — Google review
Great place to rest a little, can walk round the lake or even take a swim.
Qyllian De Haas — Google review
This is the farthest gorge out from Alice Springs on that West McDonnell strip, but it’s worth the drive out.
We drove there first and then worked our way back visiting the others on the way home.
There’s toilets there and a small kiosk with basic food/drink options.
Chris Nilsen — Google review
Pound walk is one of the best day hikes I have done in the NT. Finish at the cafe with some yummy scones. Involves a river crossing at the time I hiked it was up to the mid thigh. About 9km takes around 3 hours depending on how much you enjoy the serenity and stunning landscape
Anthony Hughes — Google review
So peaceful and picture perfect. Nice easy walk. Was a bit cold when we were there but others were swimming. Would be great to cool off when hot. Good for photography. Well worth a visit.
aussirose travels — Google review
The colours of this gorge are magnificent. Deep orange walls and pristine, clear waters. I only wish I'd spent more time here. A must visit if visiting Alice Springs region.
vanessa claire (vanessaclairephotography) — Google review
5 minutes walk to the waterhole, has a cafe open 10-4 each day, has great coffee. Track signs for pound loop is not very obvious along the way, may get lost if walking reverse loop so I recommend follow the loop direction showing on the map do not start walking from the opposite direction for reverse loop.
Watermelon — Google review
Lots of space to sunbathe and relax, as well as some water to cool off in the heat.
There is some camping nearby as well as toilets, bbq facilities and showers. Good spot if you’re looking to stay overnight and have a breather. Camping is limited so would recommend getting here early!
Ella Duffy — Google review
WOW, what a hidden Gem... This beautiful place is in the middle of nowhere, but immediately you feel the atmosphere change when walking towards it from the car park. A very historical site, lots of history in the past here and the water is as refreshing as a bottle of water in the dessert.
Great for photos, if your driving through, you would be sill not to visit this fascinating place. Bring bug spray however...
The Ochre Pits is a geological site that showcases colorful layers of ochre, which were historically mined for use as body paint and art. The attraction offers a beautiful range of colors and provides an easy walk to the lookout with wheelchair-friendly access. Visitors can explore the stunning ochre walls by descending down the steps to the creek bed, making it an accessible spot even for those with 2WD vehicles. This scenic location is perfect for nature lovers seeking an enjoyable stroll through magnificent scenery.
Beautiful spot to explore, easy walking, accessible with 2WD
Sarah Bukuya — Google review
Nice stopover to see a little geological colorful wonder. The demolition edge is colorful from yellow, brown to purple sediments.
The pits are in 5 to 10min walking distance from the parking area. The facilities and walkways are in good condition.
Felix B. — Google review
Nice easy walk in. Interesting site and story of the use of the ocre for Aboriginal ceremonies and painting.
aussirose travels — Google review
Great area and culturally rich site in the outback. Albeit small, it is a very interesting sight to see how ochre was used and extracted. Interesting customs around the ochre itself too, worth stopping if you are going all the way out to the ranges to see for a little bit.
Ricky “tmpl trce” Nikolaev — Google review
Amazing history, gorgeous colours. Not to be missed.
Marie Fouques — Google review
Pictures really don’t capture the true size of the Ochre Pit as it’s truly a lot larger then they look. I stopped only because it was along the road I was heading but I do not regret it as the layers in the cliff face were so beautiful. The colours are so rich and stunning, it was also interesting to learn about the importance of Ochre to the First Nations people.
Laura K — Google review
There was a different energy here. The silence was heavy, and the air was thicker, not quite sure how to explain it. Maybe it was the sadness and the disrespect that I witnessed....although there are signs asking not to touch or remove the Ochre, there was evidence that ignorant and disrespectful people had visited the Ochre Pits. Shame on you....
I was blessed by many Zedbra Finches and a beautiful unidentified parrot...
If you choose to visit, please show respect and gratitude by abiding by the request of no touching or removing the Ochre.
Shanna — Google review
Just of the highway and only a short walk from the car park. The Ochre colours come out really good depending the time of day. Very interesting as this Ochre Pit is highly regarded as the best quality for paintings and in ceremonial body decoration.
Mark Jeffery (markjj15) — Google review
A complete surprise. A fascinating area and a very special place for the indigenous men and their ceremonies.
Ann Hawick — Google review
Mined by the local indigenous people for generations and used for body paint and art work, this site is about 110 kms from Alice Springs and unfortunately a fire has been through recently bring the land back to sticks and dust, regeneration has already started its an amazing sight to see how the country repairs itself.
Ross Jones — Google review
Wow! What a range of colours! Lovely little walk to lookout and then access down steps to creek bed with the ochre walls. Wheel chair friendly to the lookout.
Another iconic part of Australia to visit, not just the unusual geological formation but the Landscape with all the unique flora and fauna.
Jason Donnelly — Google review
Chambers pillar was used as a marker for the early explorers. The first European to Chambers Pillar was the Scottish explorer, John McDouall Stuart, in early April, 1860.
All of the rock formations in the Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve are Sacred Sites.
This means they represent a Dreaming ancestor and are part of a Dreaming Story.
Aboriginal people consider these Dreaming ancestors to be forever present and alive in the landscape, always acting out the deeds undertaken within the Dreaming Story.
In the Eighties Major Les Hiddens ( The Bush Tucker Man ) went through this area on his travels.
Such history in this big country we( the white man ) call Australia.
Terence Lucas — Google review
Amazing scenery and well worth the drive in. Campground is nice and facilities are good. Please do not be tempted to carve your name along side those of the explorers.
John Price — Google review
I only gave this place 4 stars because of the flies! It’s a great drive in. You get to see some aboriginal rock carvings on the way. The finke desert racetrack runs parallel to the road for about 50km and you may see desert cars racing along it.
Terry Taylor — Google review
The drive out to Chambers Pillars is extraordinary with such amazing colours changing environment and we were lucky to also see wildflowers. UNBELIEVABLE
Veronica Kelly — Google review
The road to chambers pillar is rough and potholed with a 4wd needed.The camping ground is shady and big enough.There is a short climb to the top of chambers pillar with stairs.
Digby Maher — Google review
Stunning landmark with an interesting & important history. It is a 350-million-year-old sandstone formation 160 km south of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory of Australia. It rises almost 50 metres above the surrounding plains & it was impossible to take a bad photo of this location. Simply stunning.
April S Rolfe — Google review
Last 40km of the road are rough but it was a good day trip out there. It didn't seem that great of a place to go, but when I got there it did blow my mind. Great views from up the walk.
JaseProFatKid — Google review
Day trip from Alice Springs- 4wd. Good facilities. Amazing landscape.
Debbie Hough — Google review
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A truly magnificent Chasm, best seen at midday, when the Sun is directly over the top. The colours of the walls are changing.
Costs 12 dollars to do the walk. But the funds are directed into a Cafe & facilities run by the local indigenous. Great place to visit in the West MacDonnell Ranges.
Wayne Booth — Google review
The walk is easy and well worthwhile to see the incredible rock colours. Timing your visit to give you the best experience might be good. You will have to pay to do this walk. The brochure says it is wheelchair and stroller friendly but it is not, too rough.
Ian Mac — Google review
Awesomeness. Plenty of photo opportunities... Great walk, turned out to be shorter than expected. the pleasant cafe had plenty of yum food to choose from too.
Marie -aka Mazz CAIRNS — Google review
Took our 3 year old and 9 month old here. There is a nice smooth track most of the way which made it easy to walk and navigate. It also means you can take a single light pusher most of the way. Towards the end it does get rocky, but great fun for little climbers.
There is also a nice cafe at the end to stop at and get some food or hot chips.
Highly recommend the morning for the visit before it gets too busy.
Kenzie Beames — Google review
My highlight of my NT trip. Absolutely stunning spot. Feels like no where else in the world. Gorgeous tall red rock lines the chasm. Loved the short 10min walk there, amongst the shrubs, hills and gums of this beautiful country. Great amenities and well worth the trip. Great spot to take photos, will definitely go back on my next visit to the NT.
Jasper Lawrenson — Google review
Short walk not too difficult. Buy a ticket at the office and you are good to go. Go in the early morning when the tour busses have not arrived yet. Beautiful to see the sun on the red stone and the little pool of water at then end made for some beautiful reflections!
Qyllian De Haas — Google review
Such an amazing place. It is not only the chasm but also there are lookout walks you can do. I stayed as well one night and was perfect. Super quiet and good showers/toilets. 100% recommended stop plus the lady at the kiosk is super helpful giving you advice!
Daniel Ben?tez — Google review
Another beautiful place to visit in the Alice Springs area.
The staff are very friendly and helpful, the food from the cafe is delicious and so is the coffee.
We took a walk to the chasm which was very interesting and beautiful.
Definitely well worth the visit and we would recommend this to anyone visiting Alice Springs
Andrew Turley — Google review
This is a cool short walk which will get you some good photos. See mine on the review.
This is a privately run walk so it does have an entry fee. It was $12 for an adult and worth spending for the nice short 2.5km walk with some good pyoto opportunities.
We did this along with Simpson's Gap which is a short drive away.
Alex Lohrere — Google review
What an amazingly beautiful place.
Easy walk to the chasm which took my breath away. If you can do a guided tour you find out so much about the area and indigenous history.
Nice cafe available and there is a gift shop as well.
Kathryn Hammond — Google review
The most inspiring place I have ever seen. Beautiful in the extreme. Short 15 min walk to Chasm. Lovely little camp ground and great Cafe and gift shop.
Annie Main — Google review
What a great place.
There is a cafe, toilets and a wee gift shop. All the proceeds go to helping the indigenous people maintain and all indigenous operate and run this. Ticket proceeds also assist.
Large car parks, very clean toilets.
The walk itself is great. Not too difficult and can be done by people of all skill. Hardly anyone there when I went. So peaceful and amazing to think how old the surroundings are, think dinosaur times.
Handy info signs to give some great facts about the place. Definitely recommend, probably a few hours at most, shortish walk and a wee bite at the café.
J H (jawz786) — Google review
Amazing tranquil setting. Initially booked for two nights and stayed five. Facilities were exceptionally clean and the service at the cafe was first class. A real jewel in the Northern Territory. Highly recommend this destination
Paul Birch — Google review
Thoroughly enjoyed this experience. If at all possible, I highly recommend participating in a tour by a local guide. We were lucky enough to hear from Jack, a wealth knowledge from his ancestors on the flora and fauna the land has to offer. The most amazing take away was listening to the trunk of a a River Gum…it’s like water pipes only made by nature. Additionally, seeing and tasting the bush coconut was insightful as well. The gift shop has local crafts that benefits the local community as well.
AC — Google review
Great short walk into chasm. Campground ok, but nothing flash. You basically camp in the car park on dirt, very close to one another if busy. If you have a tent, there are some small grassy areas. Showers ok, but again, nothing flash. Cafe is great with good coffee and milk options, and reasonably priced food. Pancake stack was great.
The Alice Springs Desert Park is a popular tourist attraction that showcases the native flora and fauna of central Australia in various habitats. Visitors can enjoy tours of the park's exhibits, including hard-to-find creatures that are difficult to spot on regular trails. The open-air exhibits accurately replicate the animals' natural environments, such as inland rivers, sand country, and woodland. Guests can also avail themselves of free audioguides in different languages or participate in free ranger-led talks throughout the day.
A perfect place to visit for families. The scheduled sessions are very informative and useful. A nice staff shew us the native coconut, it's amazing. We looked around for it in Alice Spring and found a good one too. My kid loved it. The bird show is in a very natural environment, so different from those ones in the city. The photo opportunity with rescued birds are very reasonable and animals are handled with care and respect.
h zh — Google review
LOVED IT. There's even a bike trail so the bike riders can easily go there (as long as the sun is not scorching.) I was awestruck by McDonnell range in the background. They also have a wide variety of plants and animals. The souvenir shop had lots of cute collections! Most of all, the staff was super kind and knowledgeable. I visited here late and off season but still, loved it so much. I'm sure it'll be even more incredible when you join the guide-led tour.
Kelly Song — Google review
Great experience and cool views and scenerys. There are also bird cage areas when you can look at birds through glass. There is also a bird cage that you can walk through, the birds flying around you is a great experience. A nocturnal animal centre is included within the desert park and the animals in there are fascinating. At the start of the desert park there is a cafe and souvenir shop. Next to the souvenir shop is a cinema where you can watch a movie on the wildlife and environment in central Australia. The prices are a bit steep with and adult being $38, but the experience is well worth it.
George Sutton — Google review
Wonderful park, probably the best wildlife park I have ever been to. Quite expensive but worth the money for anyone wanting to see a wide range of wildlife. The birds outside the exhibits were just as good as those in them! Helpful staff and cute gift shop. Really terrific day.
Imogen Warren — Google review
An underrated zoo. They have zoo keeper talks and bird shows through out the day. Not nearly enough tourists which means it’s not at all crowded. Nocturnal tour was also a good experience where you get to see some animals that you typically don’t see during the day. The zoo is also about the right size - not too big not too small. There’s a good truck on site. Cafe not currently open. Staff said people running the food truck will take over the cafe in the near future.
Tony Zhu — Google review
Nice open park that makes it feel like you're just out in nature. The view of the ranges is excellent. Loved the bird show, got to see wild birds up close as the flew past and over you. You could see the friendship and trust between animal and trainer, the was nothing forced. Cute gift shop with decent variety.
Carys Saunders — Google review
For my son and I it was ok. Unfortunately the nocturnal enclosure is closed for renovations so all we really saw were lots of birds and not one lizard. It seems pretty quiet so I was happy to support the park and local tourism through.
M Hutchinson — Google review
Great Park!! I have visited a lot of wildlife attractions but this was different and interesting. Focused on the desert and arid habitats. Movie kind of outdated but animals and plants superb. I am keen birdwatcher and the bird collection was stunning! (Photo opportunities inside and as well outside of aviaries.) I liked the overall atmosphere of the Park. The Bird show was intriguing. The only thing I did not like: the presentation about Aboriginal people was not done by an Aboriginal person. Cafe closed. Stuff friendly but only one lady at the counter. Recommended. (May 22)
Lada Lipkov? — Google review
You'll have one of a kind experience here. You'll get to enjoy the mountain view, see various animals, flora and bird show. If you have more time, you gotta watch in the cinema. The ending was simply dramatic. Have fun!
Jei Gerl — Google review
Excellent place to spend a day in.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Plenty of animals and birds to see.
If you're a bird person this is a must.
The live shows are great and very informative if you want to learn more about the region, it's inhabitants and the impact of weather, people and invasive species.
Cafe and playground for the little ones.
Daniel Letelier — Google review
Had a great time at Desert Park. The guides and staff were all wonderful and very knowledgable. The bird show in particular was a real highlight! Lunch at the cafe was excellent too, offering a range of delicious toasties made with high quality fresh ingredients.
Jo Wherry — Google review
An amazing park. The guides were very knowledgeable and the talks were well scheduled to allow us to enjoy them throughout the day. We could have stayed in the bird enclosures all day.
The cafe did a great coffee and the toasted sandwiches were delicious.
Highly recommend to everyone visiting Alice Springs as a way to learn more about the local wildlife, country and culture.
becgorton — Google review
Great visit to get some insight in the natural wonders and environments surrounding Alice Springs! Nice guides and very interesting talks to listen to and learn about the desert. Go early in the morning and simply follow the talks.
Willem Grondhuis — Google review
came in the summer so there weren’t many visitors, with majority in the morning. lovely guide shared her wealth of knowledge with us throughout the morning and the exhibits were all really cool! plenty of aviaries and a few enclosures with marsupials like red kangaroos and dingos. particularly enjoyed the nocturnal house as we usually don’t get to see these animals in the wild. bird show was fantastic and there were plenty of shelters with drinking fountains and toilets. overall, worth spending half a day or even more here!
Yu Qing — Google review
Fantastic experience 👍🏻. The park is well worth a visit. The keepers and volunteers are a wealth of knowledge on the local flora and fauna including the traditional people of the area. Loved every bit of it
Dean Hill — Google review
As the poster says: you will never look at deserts in the same way again. Very well set up exhibits, interesting wildlife and landscapes. 3 hours wasn't long enough for us.
Natascha Pijper — Google review
Wonderful experience. Park was clean and well organized. It was very quiet, had most areas to myself. Surrounded by natural beauty. I leaned so much and enjoyed every exhibit and talk I attended. Would absolutely recommend!
Hailey — Google review
Great day out with the kids. Lots of insects, birds and reptiles (watched a long nose dragon hunting)...and that's just on the walk between enclosures and talks. Talks and bird show very good but for kids any younger than 5/6 and who might not stay still, might dampen the experience. Renata and Jeremy's local knowledge is riveting. Greg made us feel very welcome. Highly recommended
The Alice Springs Reptile Centre offers both indoor and outdoor displays of native reptiles. Visitors can admire a variety of fascinating creatures, including goannas, thorny devils, and frill-necked lizards. The center also features an impressive crocodile exhibit and exciting daily hands-on shows. Additionally, tourists can explore the world's largest classroom at the nearby Alice Springs School of the Air visitor centre.
Went here yesterday and loved it!!! Its not very big so a couple hours is enough but make sure you stay for the talk at 11am as you get to hold a variety of lizards and snakes. The girls behind the desk even gave us a demo on how to wrap an arm in case of a snake bite and were super informative. Pop on some sunscreen as some of the enclosures are outdoors.
Anicka — Google review
Fabulous place to visit in Alice Springs. We spent a couple of hours playing "Spot the lizard" (with some success) as the photos hopefully show. I would definitely add this to my must-do list in an otherwise dull "city".
Martin Walford — Google review
A great spot to get some lizard and snake interface. Snakes all in beautiful condition - so we're the lizards but it was peel time for a few of them so they weren't dressed in their Sunday best, so to speak. All of the inhabitants of the centre who weren't asleep were very curious and watched me as much as I watched them, they are bright eyed and were in good condition. One wee beardie in the outside area busting to make a break, and he was just bugging the heck out of his shingleback flatmate. Apart from that everyone seemed very happy and well settled in their habitats. Terry the saltie was well ensconced in his bachelor pad out the back - a good presentation talk was given about Terry's history and salties in general.
Altogether a nice way to spend half an hour or more when you are in Alice Springs.
Helen Hendren — Google review
Watched the Free bird show. It was incredible. The birds were magnificent. Park rangers very skilled and knowledgable. A must do.
Marie Fouques — Google review
small establishment with all the reptiles you could ever want to see from central australia. a truly comprehensive collection. we went on a super hot day so even terry the crocodile was not having it haha it was an interesting experience though! a bit pricey for the size but still very much worth the visit, especially with the interactive show where you get to hold some reptiles! guide was really engaging and loved his humour.
Yu Qing — Google review
It’s a small place so I was only there for about an hour. There is an indoor portion and an outdoor portion with many reptiles out on exhibit.
Make sure to check out the Reptile Show. That was the highlight of my visit! The keeper was very passionate about the animals and super friendly. I was also able to hold and take pictures with some of the reptiles during the show.
T Tavarez — Google review
Was one of the best encounters on our trip.
It is a bit unassuming when you first enter but there is lots to look at and the show was great - Maddy is an excellent presenter.
Highly recommend checking scheduled show times as this was certainly the highlight of the visit.
The only negative we considered was the crocodile enclosure, I'm sure he's happy and chill but it looks so small and made us a bit sad for him. Would definitely recommend a visit if you're in town.
Jess Jeffrey — Google review
We really enjoyed our visit to the Centre, the staff are really informed and friendly with the presentations .definitely exceeded our expectations
John Nieuwenhuizen — Google review
Was great to go see all the reptiles there I love reptiles and know a fair bit about them and I still learnt somethings I didn't know before the show was awesome aswell got to handle a few different reptiles and learn something new was pretty cheap aswell well worth it
letbloodfall down — Google review
We went on the weekend. There was a wonderful show that educated everyone who attended about reptiles in Australia. My kids got to hold a friendly lizard and I got to hold a Python.
Sophistik8Ed — Google review
Second time here. small place but grate for the kids. Staff are grate Mt son loves seeing Terry the crock we got real lucky it was feeding time. I definitely recommend planing your visit near one of there show times to get up and close with some of the stars there. Can't wait to go back next year.
Scott Godfrey — Google review
A very enthusiastic tour guide who told us everything about snakes ! Wear long pants in tall grass. Snake bites are like scratches in australia. Australia had the most venomous snakes but least deadly. Loved it because of how great the guide was in explaining everything !
z3173054 — Google review
Small but a gem of a place. Staffed with a team really passionate with what they do. Reptiles are very, very active within their enclosures. At all other reptile parks I've visited (apart from Australia Zoo), the reptiles don't move. Those at Alice Springs Reptile Centre love the attention from visitors and they return the attention.
The best part of the visit was the show. We had Angela who, although only 2 months into the job and in the country, was so engaged with the audience and made us all laugh with her snippets of information and her anecdotes.
Showtimes are at 11am, 1pm and 3:30pm.
Thanks Angela for the very entertaining show.
Kevin Yao Lung Khong — Google review
This is a must visit attraction in Alice springs (perhaps not... if Reptiles, Snakes etc are not your cup of tea!) There's a huge range of Snakes especially to look at, take pictures and so on. There are also 3 shows daily where one gets to handle a lovely (non venomous) Lady Python. She's gorgeous, you are required to be real gentle with her while handling. The only disappointment perhaps was that, there was only one lazy Crocodile snoozing inside an enclosure, not bothered by the visitors. Having a few more Crocks there may be an idea! But overall, it's a great place to visit. The ladies at the reception/staff are very nice people too.
Malay Adhikari — Google review
Great family outing.
Make sure you go when they do their talk, it's very informative and educational for kids. Kids also get to hold the reptiles.
Good value for money if you're on a budget.
Julie Mildwaters — Google review
My husband and I spent a delightful hour at the reptile house. They had a great variety of happy and healthy animals that are clearly very loved. The talk was interesting and we loved holding the lizards and python.
Anzac Hill, also known as Untyeyetwelye, is a captivating viewpoint situated in Alice Springs. It offers serene and awe-inspiring vistas of the town and its surroundings. A 1934 Anzac Day memorial stands proudly on this hilltop, honoring the brave individuals who have defended their nation. With its proximity to the town center, it's just a short 15-minute walk from the visitors center to reach this magnificent lookout point.
Best spot to view the city from high altitude, esp. sunset time with orange shade off sun with back drop of Mount Gillen on West Medonnel ranges, from the north; Heavitree gap at the backdroop and view of Alice city; It’s very windy and freezy cold , do bring your jacket to wearon up there.
Jajaval Nakhakes — Google review
Fabulous place great idea and a terrific war memorial
Abel Fren — Google review
Anzac Hill offers an amazing panoramic view of Alice Springs and I’d definitely recommend visiting.
Cindy Pirie — Google review
We went up by foot which was no problems. Good views from the top.
Was something to do during the day whilst in Alice Springs.
T LS — Google review
29th august 2019 Anzac Hill is nice drive to the hill. First time I did was I thought that my car would roll down while I am trying to drive. As you drive there is information with poster about the war. The parking is small but there is always parking available. Disabled parking is there and there is ramp which can be used. Coming to the top of the hill you can see the macdonald range and view of Alice spring . Meet few visitors from different part of the world and they were just having a stopove in Alice.
This is the must place to see when in alice spring and the best thing is the sunset at the macdonald range and the sunrise
Bhawna Pathik — Google review
Amazing place with full history.
It's worth to come and enjoy the view.
MengTse LAI (MZ-LAI) — Google review
Interesting presentation of the various wars the Australian government has supported by sending troops .
Great 360 view of Alice Springs .
Veronica Conley — Google review
Great place to visit and get a fantastic view of Alice Springs and the surrounding hills. Recommended.
Werner Tubbe — Google review
Looks fantastic and has all the detail information of wars. It’s a nice sunset point overlooking the Alice Spring from all around. You can drive as well as walk up to the monument. There are ample parking available.
Shri Gupta — Google review
Fantastic view and a good map of the landmarks. Military conflicts are covered well although the descriptions are not in Chronological order which is no real biggie and Afghanistan campaign is still listed as ongoing. It is still a great memorial and a must visit if in Alice
Uncle Scoots — Google review
This hill is on the edge of town & gives you a 360° birds eye view of the whole town. Lovely spot to visit at sunrise & sunset. You can drive up or if you're fit it's quite a steep run up. Definitely worth a look
Fran Conaghan — Google review
Great lookout spot for sunrise and sunset view. There's a lot of information about war.
Wheelchair accessible.
Matthana Mcinerney — Google review
An important memorial monument standing tall in the heart of Alice Springs. Offers 360 views in all directions of the town and you can see how Alice nestles within the pocket in the ranges. A must stop to appreciate the view when you’re visiting or passing through
Ben King — Google review
Anzac hill is great for sunrise and sunset.
Pack yourself a picnic and enjoy the scenery. Family friendly and great place for photos.
Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve is a 19th-century settlement that offers guided tours, a communication tools museum, and a cafe. Visitors can view the old telegraph station and try their hand at using Morse code in one of its rooms. Although not all rooms are accessible to visitors, they are visible through glass. The historical site is well presented and worth the visit with plenty of sign postings outlining its significance. There is also a cafe at the entry for convenience.
Part of the Ghan we had dinner here. It was a highlight of our trip with a short camel ride, a live band and access into the museums. Would love to have had more time to explore in the light.
Nerfist UwU — Google review
nice little recreation of the telegraph station showcasing the history of the European settlers in central Australia, as well as the significance of the telegraph connecting Australia to the rest of the world. have a try at Morse code as they would’ve done at repeater stations via the telegraph line (I still don’t understand Morse code, unfortunately)! guided tour was more of an introduction than a tour, but very informative and helpful in making the most out of our visit here too! relatively close to the rest of Alice Springs.
buy or bring a postcard to send some mail to your loved ones too! comes with a unique postmark.
Yu Qing — Google review
A well presented historical site, worth the visit. If you do visit there a plenty of sign postings outlining the significance of the spot. There is a cafe at the entry . Be early to miss the tour buses.
2289 — Google review
This is one of my favourite places of Alice springs. The park that surrounds the buildings is beautiful. You can picnic, have a bbq, go for a walk, learn the history, connect with nature etc. My three year old loved coming here to run and play in the river.
Kenzie Beames — Google review
Wow!! For history buffs and those who just enjoy knowing what happened in Australia before themselves, learning about Alice Springs in the NT has a lot of pluses. Their old telegraph station clearly shows the living conditions of time past and just some of the conditions we lived with. Don't miss your visit.
John Westwood — Google review
This attraction are 3 km from Alice town center with many important historical details. It’s historical reserves as first settlement of whites in central australia , where indigenous habitat of people of arrenrte. It’s hill with historical buildings, with well organized outdoor/indoor exhibition. There is lovely cafe with souvenir shop. There are wide selections of walking, cycling trails around there with well paved paths. Exhibits are very interesting about lifes of whites and Arrenrte locals , living on each other and sometimes got conflicts, new innovatves on those time, telegraph lines making Australian outback connect with outside world.
Jajaval Nakhakes — Google review
Amazing
We came here as part of an off train adventure on the Ghan. We got to see the displays as well as awesome dinner under the stars. Camel rides and show as well as a blacksmith showing how things were made.
My only disappointment was that while they turned off 'some' lights to talk about the stars ✨✨✨ there was still so much ambient light it could have been so much better if tree lights etc were turned off .
Kathryn Hammond — Google review
You can look at the old telegraph station on station masters house. In one room you can try using Morse code which is really cool. You can't go in every room, but they all have glass to see through. This is a downside considering it is $16 per adult
George Sutton — Google review
Great bike trails and walking trails. The telegraph station has a nice cafe and I recommend a flat white with a vanilla square. There are also tours of the telegraph station itself. As always take a lot of water with you and make sure your phone is charged as it's easy to get lost in the outback if you are elderly.
Steve Rajher — Google review
We arrived here for a special Ghan dinner, and what a great time we had with great food, drink and a band you could get up and dance to. Everyone seemed to enjoy the food and evening. The food was roasted vegetables and the steak was cooking over the grill as you walked by to collect your steak. Cold beer, wine and other drinks were supplied and they had staff to guide you around to various points of interest like the blacksmith as well as security. Fantastic night put on by the Ghan.
Stephen Turner — Google review
We came here as part of a tour of Alice Springs with AAT Kings. It's such a wonderful historical place, the place where Alice Springs got its name. The displays were very interesting, and it was truly amazing the equipment (or lack of) they had to work with all those years ago. It's worth a visit when in Alice Springs
Erika — Google review
In todays world of instant communication across the world it is worth remembering the challenges faced by the original settlers. Alice Springs Telegraph Station brings these challenges into clear focus. The sacrifice the early telegraph operators and their support teams made to convey a simple message across the globe is brought home at this site. Well worth a visit.
Hamish Knox — Google review
Went with a group and had a lovely lunch followed by an informative talk. The buildings are interesting and well preserved. Hard to imagine how they were able to haul the furniture here.
Linda Kirtley — Google review
Of all the old telegraph stations I've been to along the stuart hwy, this is by far the most impressive. You get a sneak peak into what life would have looked like in the days this was an operating telegraph station, with so many beautiful displays and informative signs. We also had a coffee at the cafe/giftshop which was delicious!
Rochelle B — Google review
Interesting piece of “recent” history. Very informative about the creation and development of the Telegraph lines from Australia to the UK. Gives great insight in the history of the first Western settlers in Alice Springs.
Willem Grondhuis — Google review
On my Alice Springs adventure recently our tour guides referred to the Old Telegraph Station and its origins on several occasions, so on my last morning I decided I needed to go. I wasn't disappointed. It was so interesting and very well presented thanks to our lady guide who brought alive. I have great respect for the men and women who came outback and took on this amazing journey.
Ann Hawick — Google review
Enjoyed our visit here. Lots of history to read and see. Beautifully presented grounds with historical buildings. Reasonable entry fee around $16 for adults. The is a shop with souvenirs, drinks and food. Really friendly helpful staff. Also worth and short walk to the cemetery.
Melanie Gillies — Google review
This visit was part of our off yrain excursion when we were on the Ghan.
Our guide was excellent, informative and had a great sense of humour.
It was very interesting to see the original telegraph station and Post Office complete with the equipment used many years ago.
If you want to send a post card home with their special post office stamp on it you can. They have the post cards also.
Trying out the morse code machine was very tricky and not sure how they could pick up what they were coding. Practice I suppose.
Debra Miller — Google review
When you see how they did it and how had it was, we are a bunch of socks in this day and age. My hats off to those people who made easy for me today.
Ian Bahr — Google review
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Telegraph Station Cpa, 87 Herbert Heritage Dr, Stuart NT 0870, Australia
The Devils Marbles, also known as Karlu Karlu in Warumungu language, are a collection of giant granite boulders located east of Stuart Hwy and 105km south of Tennant Creek. These boulders have an unlikely standing position after a layer of sandstone was eroded away. They are considered to be a sacred site by the traditional Aboriginal owners who believe them to be the eggs of the Rainbow Serpent.
The Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu) is one of the highlights on my trip to Australia. Nature is scary and beautiful, and this is beautiful example of it. Really close to Stuart Highway and definitely worth a visit. Shows what thousand of years of erosion can create. I unfortunately did not visit during sunset, but I bet they are beautiful.
Andr? Bryder — Google review
Hot Hot Hot is the first thing I noticed. The view though is amazing!!!! There is a small retunda which explains how it all happened and some history. There also is a walk that you can do, however it was very hot when we arrived and we were unprepared so unfortunately had to give it a miss. Take some water and go stop and look at the place. There is a camp ground there which can be booked online and enough parking if you just want to look. There is a way in and a different way out for those of you towing a van without needing to do a u-turn.
Anicka — Google review
Great features of the rocks. Nice walks. Good scenery. Easy walking tracks around the main rocks. Toilets and parking is good. For the amount of time you might spend here, it isn't worth the NT day pass. They need a different rate for different parks, like other states.
Rainer Winkler — Google review
Karlu Karlu (Devil's Marbles) is a great place to go for a walk, or free camp overnight. The campground has toilets and bins.
Recommend going for a walk at sunrise or sunset for the contrast of colours and shadows.
If you don't want to stay at the free campground, definitely recommend The Devils Marbles Hotel which has a pool, bar and restaurant.
Only giving 4 stars because Uluru and Kata Tjuta are more impressive but Karlu Karlu still feels like a very special place.
Stuart A — Google review
Karlu Karlu
Stunning…and energetically beautiful! One of my fave places. Visited in daytime at 36 degrees, but sunrise was THE BEST!
S J — Google review
Amazing!! Spent a few days here exploring all the walks. Book camping online ahead of time, we were not aware of that before we got there. Luckily the day use area has limited free wifi! We were lucky enough to witness a moon rise while we were there, so lovely! Stinky long drops on site as well as fire pits with hot plates.
Emily — Google review
Stopped over the the Devils Marbles on our way down to Alice Springs. Very interesting and unique place to visit. Managed to get some amazing photos of a ferocious storm behind the marbles. Would have loved to see them on a starry night too.
vanessa claire (vanessaclairephotography) — Google review
Great place. Don’t forget to eat at pub close by
aps — Google review
Fantastic site, very hard to get the pegs in if in a tent but it’s worth it for that sunrise. Beautiful. And the rocks are amazing too!
Winter Mute — Google review
Well worth the 2nights we spent here. You have to book online for camp site and right now it's pretty booked every night. There is Wi-Fi at the day area. We did all walks and the sunset was noice over the rocks. If the camp site is booked out you can stay at the pub campground 5k and roadside stop 10k.
Gavin — Google review
Mostly this place like to visit by moto-tourist peoples and off-road peoples.
Here is vibrant Rock and some small tress attracted to the visitors. While traveling through this way they stopped here and spending time with friends and family. Commonly peoples come by caravan or heavy trucks .🚚 🚛
The rocks is very attractive things, and peoples try to take good photos from here. 📍
Here you can see the beautiful ☀sunsets.
Near by some hotels opend for tourist peoples.
Some visitors carrying food and water having from this place.
I uploaded some vibrant and attractive photos please come photo section and watch. Because this photos 🗣 says more than me. 😄😄😄.
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Don't⛔ try to climb on rocks top.
Parents must take care childrens.
Must lock your vechile properly
Akash Joseph — Google review
The Devils Marbles are located on the Stuart Highway, just below Tennent Creek. I visited in the first week of May. The temperature was perfect, but the flies were unbearable. You could not explore the area without wearing a fly net over your hat.
But apart from that, the day use area has parking available for quite a few vans and pets are allowed in this area. At the nearby caravan park they are not.
As the temperature was mild, we left our dogs in the bus and explored the area in 30 minutes or so.
The marbles themselves are amazing with many seemingly just balanced on their edge. They look like the slightest push and they would topple over, which I can assure you is not the case. Piles of rocks look like they had been stacked in place by the hands of a giant. Some gave completely snapped in half centuries ago.
The Devils Marbles are a must visit if you ever travel the Stuart Highway. Be sure to take your fly net with you if you travel in early May.
Great Australian Adventure — Google review
Incredible place, right next to the highway.
We visited during weekday.
Not many people and it has got toilets
German Cerda — Google review
Amazing spot, well worth a stay so you can do all the walks, explore the area & see the incredible sunsets & sunrises. Bargain at about $15/family at the campground. Respect the no photography zone & climbing on boulders where asked as there are other areas you can do so. Arrive at 11am for your pick of the van spots in the campground, amazing to stay right there next to the Marbles! Fills up by 2pm & pretty full by 4pm. There are drop toilets. No bins. Follow us for more adventures @kidsgoplaces
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Battery Hill Gold Mining & Heritage Centre
Tourist information center
History Museums
Visitor Centers
Mines
When to find out some information and use the toilet and ended up staying 2 hours chatting to the guide there and visiting the museums. We learned a lot about Tennant Creak and its history. It made a nice break from all the driving.
Deborah Gibson-Smith — Google review
Self guided tour is $14 for basically 2 sheds full of information about the town, the minerals. Its probably a bit pricey for what you get but also a way of supporting the local businesses.
There's 2 guided tours at 10 and 2 pm that I didn't have time to do but sound interesting
Maud Cappelle — Google review
David was a great tour guide, easily spent 2 hours, and could spend another easily.
Nikki Harris — Google review
Took the mine tour and had a great time. Loads of info on the mine, town, and region. Can't recommend it enough. The tour guide was also very insightful and a great communicator. He provided personal anecdotes that really add to the experience.
Brendon — Google review
A hidden gem, basically 3 museums in one place !
If you only visit one place in Tennant Creek, make it this.
Also houses the tourism information centre and a gift shop to grab a few things.
Aidan Bickhoff — Google review
Mining tour not open due to floods, waiting for the ok to ve re opened. Staff friendly and informative, loads of information throughout the visitor centre
Karen Boltadzija — Google review
A real surprise. Great experience and I learnt a lot. Hats off to David the guide
Steven Di Pietro — Google review
There was no one else here when we dropped in, maybe because it was Sunday? They have lots of useful brochures and a few things for sale, can do paid tours here too. There is Barry Allen lookout just up the road too, nice views of the local topography.
Brendan Greenhalgh — Google review
Nice side, with a great tour guide, who Leeds you through the mine. Very informative and nice guided tour. You learn a lot about mining and the gold rush in Australia.
Also the information center is good, with very helpful staff.
Matthias Gosch — Google review
It was a trip down memory lane. Lived and work in TC and it was great to come back and look around.
I had to stop here as Baldwin Spencer is/was my great grandfather.The Telegraph station has been well kept.
David Piggott — Google review
One building was locked up, but you can pick up the key in town to gain access to that one.
But still plenty to read and learn about life at the telegraph station when it was in use.
Very well presented!
William Hoevenaars — Google review
Really enjoyed checking out the old Telegraph Station. The area is well kept with plenty of interesting information. Some of the buildings can be entered which makes exploring all the more fun. We spent close to an hour looking around and taking photos. There's a visitor's book to sign and clean toilets. Definitely worth a look.
Jason Curtius — Google review
Didn’t expect this to be there but was pleasantly surprised! We got here pretty late on but found the information leaflet in the box very helpful and had a pleasant stroll around imagining what life would’ve been like back in the day!
Unfortunately had to miss the graveyard as the sun was setting, but by the looks of it the grass was overgrown in that direction so not sure I would’ve risked it anyway.
Emma Henry — Google review
great experience plenty of boards with history and photos how ut was back in day. get to see the blacksmith wirkshop, cemetery, food storage and several main buildings.
petar b photography — Google review
Would have been much better had we been able to get inside. However you have to pick up a key with a deposit back at Tennant Creek information centre. This should be made more obvious than only getting the info once you are there.
Graeme Simpson — Google review
We stopped in here as we seen the sign. Once here it was easy accessable during the day. It wasnt locked up. We could walk through the building with ease. Read the history as we went. We also went over to the 2 man cemetery to have a look.
Helen Rymer — Google review
You can learn history of Tennant Creek communication. They put information board in every building and point of interest. It will be good to visit it when the weather is cloudy.
Eveline Bayu — Google review
I love Aussie history and this is no exception
Its on the Stuart hwy NT , free
The Outback at Isa is an award-winning tourist information center that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience three major attractions in Mt Isa. The Hard Times Mine takes you on a realistic underground tour, while the Isa Experience & Outback Park offers a hands-on museum showcasing mining, pioneering, and local history. At the Riversleigh Fossil Centre, replicas of world-renowned fossils found at Boodjamulla National Park are on display.
Thoroughly enjoyed this experience with Ian as our guide. It was the first time I'd seen the mining process firsthand.
It was interesting to hear the history and the discovery of the deposits as well as the evolution over time related to mining and the town of Mount Isa.
Also spent lots of time looking through the displays which went into more detail
Michele McAllister — Google review
Enjoyed Mt Isa. Interesting place. Didn't do the mining tour but heard it is worth going to. Had. Great meal at the Buff Club. Had the lamb chops the meal was great had four chops on it with chips and salad. Great value for money.
Julie Bonaccorso — Google review
If you're into mining and minerals then you will love this place. One could easily spend an hour wandering through the museum and enjoying the specimens and exhibits. I am amazed at the beautiful minerals that one finds in the area. It is a testimony to God's amazing creation.
Wayne Ralph — Google review
Enjoyed,the fossils' experience and the museum.
Entry price $25 with it being Easter weekend. Normally $35. We spent about 2 hours in total
Nikki Harris — Google review
This is well worth visiting. It incorporates the tourist information, the Riversleigh Fossil Centre, the Outback Mine and Rodeo Museum, the Underground Mine Tour, the Outback Botanical Walk and a cafe, phew! You can easily spend a few hours here. And if you enjoy wildlife esp bird watching, the Botanical Walk is worth spending an hour or so with quite a variety of residential birdlife.
Irene Krajewska — Google review
Awesome visitor centre and museum with awesome history of Mt Isa, the Mt Isa mines and fossicking history. Awesome art exhibition for free as well.
Melody Pascoe — Google review
This has quite a lot to do just in the building. At a cost for some. But nice displays and paid exhibits to see. Drop in and get information on the surrounding attractions.
Alex Draper — Google review
We had breakfast in the Cafe, then took the grandchildren through the fossil centre. They just loved it but it's so much more than that. There's also native gardens, art displays and mining history. The staff are engaging and friendly.
Melonie Poppell — Google review
The underground tour is a must if you are in Mt Isa. It's worth the time.
Anthony Swinton — Google review
Mount Isa and the north west has lots of off the beaten track things like swimming holes, walks, view points, historical stuff, 4wd tracks, etc you won’t find unless you chat with a true local who has built up a wealth of knowledge over years of living in the area. This is a great spot to get some of that info. It’s also a great spot for all the regular tourist info and booking of local tours and accommodation. Easy access and parking close to the centre of town.
Jason Adams (Jase) — Google review
Prehistoric animals, minerals, gardens, and cowboys.
Friendly staffs and detailed exhibitions witness the changes in this area over millions of years.
Solar Beam — Google review
Absolutely luved the bush tucker experience
Thank you Matthew best tour guide
Sarah Jean — Google review
Great range of tours to do here. Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre was interactive & displays were amazing. The Hard Times Mine tour was well worth the entry fee & was brilliant. Over 3 hours taking u underground in all the miners gear. Luke our guide 20 year miner was fantastic with personal experience & stories. Highly recommend.
Sue Collins — Google review
Lots to do there. Reversely fossil display, underground mine & art gallery. Gallery was free others cost. Modern, well set put with great facilities and a nice coffee shop and if you visit in summer, air conditioned. They also serve as booking agents for the rest of the attractions in town. People were supper helpful and well informed.
Ian Lumsdaine — Google review
Went on the hard times mine tour. Really good. Our guide Alan was a wealth on information, having worked in mining since his 20s, could show us how the old equipment worked, told us the story of how the hard times mine came to be, after the mine proper banned visitors. A real good way to spend a few hours, came away with a new appreciation of it all.
The City Lookout in Mt Isa offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the town, especially during sunset when the smelter stacks cast silhouettes against the sky and mine lights twinkle. The lookout is easily accessible with a gentle incline suitable for people in wheelchairs or those who prefer an easy walk. Additionally, visitors can enjoy impressive art on the Water Tower nearby. The information centre is highly recommended for its helpfulness and useful insights into hidden gems around the area.
Great lookout. Quick easy drive up to the lookout. Great views of the district and the watertank. Picnic tables and seats available, no toilets but.
Julie Reeves — Google review
348° views. The huge water tower is the only obstruction to a perfect view of Mt Isa City and the surrounding hills.
Great spot to stop and get your bearings
Timmsy Skies — Google review
Great views at night with a few sets and easy walk up a ramp for people that are in wheelchairs or need a more gentle incline. The views are amazing and the art on the Water Tower is very good.
Campbell Docherty — Google review
Great lookout and easy to get to. We recommend driving up as it's a steep climb
Gypsyduo — Google review
Nice location to have a meal with night view. Lovely!
Rex Yu — Google review
Great spot for a view of the city and mines.
James Milne — Google review
It's not the most amazing lookout that you will ever come across in this life. You may enjoy it at dawn or dusk but in the middle of the day you're looking down on a typical industrial mining town and it is rather unspectacular.
Wayne Ralph — Google review
Stayed nearly a month. Some motel, some free camp. Scratch the surface for heaps of surprises. Information centre best I have seen. Very helpful
Too. Showers and water. Best rodeo. Coming back next year.
Gary Price — Google review
A nice town lookout showing off local architecture on signs around the board walk. Handicap accessible
Maddi Quamme — Google review
So close to centre of Isa. A must do. At nighttime the lights of the mine site area is also worth a look.
Bryce McLean — Google review
Great view of the city of Mount Isa and the mine. Day and sunset.
Also take the drive out of town to the old Mary Kathleen Uranium mine and the old township.
4 wheel drive in some areas only. Really worth it.
Eileen Bachiller — Google review
One of those must-do stops every time we pass through Mt Isa. This time around it was early morning - breakfast with a sunrise view! Easy parking with nobody else around.
k- chan — Google review
Great view of Mt isa
fantasia laughton — Google review
Nice view of the town especially at sunrise
Timothy Soesman — Google review
Excellent view over mount isa
Nice viewing platform and covered picnic tables
Anthony — Google review
Good spot to see almost 360 degree view of the Isa and surrounds
Fantastic to learn and see the history of an incredible service Royal Flying Doctors Service, great interactive experience
Justine Christerson — Google review
Very interesting if you haven't been to Cloncurry before we bought a double ticket discount by going to the Mary Kathleen museum first, both are worth a look. These are static museums so not much new happens, non the less for a first time visitor it is worth the look see., highly recommended this museum
Mj Enterprise — Google review
Lots to read and learn. Loved to know that Cloncurry was the first place for the royal flying doctor service. Such a great service for the outback and still going strong.
Kirsty Klein — Google review
If you thought John Flynn was a doctor - well this place will unlock a secret.
Who was the first female Royal Flying Doctor? Who was the first female RFDS Pilot? Come discover who came up with the idea of the school of the air!
Peter Radoll — Google review
A must see if you visit the town. Well laid out and good cold water. Excellent staff - efficient and helpful. Allow an hour or two. Easy walk from the centre of town - but good parking at the door. A few souvenirs to ponder over too.
Michael M — Google review
Really great place for a welcome stroll, so much history
Micheal Etherton — Google review
Outstanding information on flying doctors. Excellent display with lots of cool stuff to buy if you want to
RuthFrancis Townshend — Google review
Very interesting to read about history of Flying Doctor service and how John Flynn and others helped those in need in such remote places.
John Grimsey — Google review
Well organised space. Clean Exhibits were very interesting, as were the many short films and audio recordings. Access to rest rooms and picnic tables outside.
Diane B — Google review
Friendly service. A bit of John Flynn history and Cloncurry very nice presenting I would recommend it to all traveler.
Cecilia Rowley — Google review
Cloncurry is a friendly town. John Flynn Museum is a must visit. I had no idea the the Flying Doctor Service started in Cloncurry.
Len Nicholson — Google review
Really good - spend a couple hours here easily
Colin Slark — Google review
Plenty to see here a great source of information
Ray — Google review
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King Street and, Daintree St, Cloncurry QLD 4824, Australia
We have been on both tours sunset and morning. We cannot recommend this company high enough. The skipper and his mate add to the experience with their humour. This is great value for money. Picture yourself on a Sandy island 7klm into the Gulf, sipping champagne and eating prawns (all inclusive) whilst watching the most amazing sunset you will ever see. Ross and Ken were awesome. The morning tour was a whole new experience with seeing crocodiles and also Brahminy kite being fed and mud crabs caught. This tour is an absolute must.
Kim Hook — Google review
We loved it. Great service and excellent customer satisfaction.
The boat trip is such an interesting and interactive experience. Knowledge of the local township, interesting facts and some great 😃 laughs.
The bird feeding was just awesome !
We did spot a couple of crocs and the crabs did show up. We really enjoyed the morning tour and morning tea experience.
Thank you everyone ! Great memories to take with us on our journeys.
Carolyn Clairvoyant — Google review
Brilliant, really enjoyed the sunset tour. Great commentary, comfortable boat and an excellent supper. A must do when in Karumba. Book early as it is very popular. Highly recommended.
Rob Tibbett — Google review
We did both sunset and croc and crab tour. Sunset on the sand was romantic and we saw plenty of wildlife on the croc and crab tour. Excellent, witty and informative commentary from Ken. Catering was good too!
Elizabeth Reid — Google review
We went on both tours; nature in the morning which was amazing. Saw fabulous birdlife, crabs and crocs. Great atmosphere on the boat and the guys we're incredibly efficient delivering morning tea! Recommend this tour for everyone. Commentary was informative and fun.
Sunset tour was stunning. Such a fab place to see the sunset along with eats - prawns, nibbles and of course the bar, wine, bubbles, beer and more) again great atmosphere on the boat.
Highly recommend both tours.
Maureen Vallance — Google review
We went on the sand island sunset tour and had a great time. The guys operating the boat were very friendly and comical. Food and drink supplies was awesome. Very highly recommended
John Sutton — Google review
Sand Island Karumba.Absolutely outstanding! A relaxing cruise out to a sand island to enjoy a few alcoholic beverages, nibblies and delicious local prawns while watching the sun set over the ocean.
Rijosh Sebastian — Google review
What a great sunset tour! We had a blast!! Terrific bunch of blokes orating, driving and wining and dining us to boot. Happy hour on the sandy atoll at sunset was magical. Generous with the drinks and food it was all delightful. Steve very knowledgeable and funny with his commentary brought Karumba to life for us. Thanks for a great evening. Highly recommended.
GT — Google review
Absolutely amazing. Great staff on the boat. Plenty of food and drinks. Great to watch the sun set on a sand island 7 km out to sea from Karumba. A must do .
Robyn Kliese — Google review
Very informative, great evening. Recommend this tour to everyone.
Hikes through underground lava tubes, hilltops with sunset views & meals in repurposed railway cars.
OMG what an fantastic experience we had here. The guide Jason gave us a private tour of the lsva tubes and filled our heads with all wonderful knowledge of how they were formed. We had a great half day tour and I encourage anyone if they have tje time to go and explore them.
Nick Papas — Google review
A beautiful and ancient place lots of hiking trails. Didn’t stay at Discovery because choosing to give my money to local small business rather than investment groups to fund others. Not happy about having to pay for a tour to Discovery Undara Experience which monopolises on the experience however it was necessary for safety apparently. Guide was informative however wasn’t open to questions and glossed over and minimised First Nations genocide history and then blamed them for not retaining knowledge. Suggested we know better now with science compared to their spiritual dream time stories albeit Qld is full of spiritual religious Christian’s who intelligently follow their own Dreamtime stories! There was a small film crew on tour doing a brochure n video for Discovery so I’d think today they would want to acknowledge using correct terminology rather than minimising language but truth is always harder to present and better to cotton wool genocide n murder and displacement and theft. A well performed tour. If you have a family it’s costly, I paid $60 for Wind Tunnel and some pay a $100 which if I had a family I’d skip and look at others pics and do the walks instead. Nice well marked tracks, short and long eg Rosella Loop which was really good walk lots of views n diversity across landscapes and not hard. Guide said can do it in 6-7 hours, Parks n Wildlife have it as 4-6, online experienced hikers said 3-4, i did it in 3.5 with starting the Bluff walk anticlockwise then onto the old hut track then onto the Rosella clockwise ending at Atkinsons lookout which I had done 2 days earlier which is then a short walk back to start. Do the crater walk as well it’s in your left as you drive from turn off however it is an ungraded 7km road with serious corrugating which I did besides being in my 2wd Hyundai slowly in, fast out lol 😂 I would like to see some grading or gravelling of that road but obviously Discovery don’t own that and Parks N Wildlife do, they need to improve it to align with the rest of the Undara Experience. I didn’t stay there, I didn’t buy anything there I’m over large companies taking over small business. It would be great if more employment opportunities were afforded to the descendants of the First Nations from this region however due to QLDs treatment of them in the past as he put it “dispersed” and the overt racism by many Australians they would be better to start their own corporations and take full control and ownership like in many places in NT. Take only what you need give more than you get!
Ash Ash — Google review
Two of us enjoyed both-tours on 28 September, Wind Tunnel tour and Sunset tour.
The adventurous Wind Tunnel Tour was with very knowledgeable tour guide Brett. Unlike the Archway tour on boardwalk, this is more physical accessing the tunnel, scrambling over rocks with steep descends at times.
Inside of the tunnel formed 190,000 years back was marvellous; Brett explained the life cycle of insects-bats-snakes living in the tunnel.
We did not see any wildlife inside the tunnel, except for a skeleton of a kangaroo lying on a corner of the tunnel floor.
We were to visit Undara in April, but it wasn’t possible as the site was closed due to flooding; Brett noted that this year (2023) the rains were exceptionally heavy, 2500mm during the season where normally it was around 400mm.
Brett on our wayback explained the history of how two privately owned lands acquired by the government to establish the national park in 1990 as it stands today. One owner of the original land negotiated to run the business of Undara Lodge for visitors until change hands last year end of the permit period (now managed by Discovery Parks).
Unfortunately we did not have much luck seeing many wildlife (they appeared to have taken a day-off, hahaha) during the Sunset tour, however we enjoyed the snacks and champagne provided. Our tour guide David was knowledgeable although only three weeks at this place.
Following the Sunset tour we had our dinner at the restaurant; Barramundi fish with steamed vegetables was fantastic; very happy with the services at the restaurant.
We stayed two nights in a railway carriage; beautifully converted to living accommodation with ensuite; very thoughtfully designed. However it is our view that some improvements may be needed to the facilities in the carriage.
We also immensely enjoyed the Bush Breakfast on the same day; fascinated by toasting bread on real fire; never experienced that before. And bush-tea and coffee prepared by very talented young Harvey. We also had the opportunity to chat with the very experienced Manager of the Undara Discovery who was at the breakfast, who noted that there’s lots of improvements are in the pipeline over the next 10 years.
The map we received on the walking trails around the lodge isn’t great. The trails are colour-coded on the map; these are expected to be identified on the trails with colour-coded triangles installed on to trees/ rocks; but they aren’t always; either colours are faded away or triangles aren’t there at all. We went to the Bluff; we came back to the lodge on a different route as we inadvertently missed the turn to the original route.
We also visited Kalkani crater; approx 7km on gravel road to the picnic area from the sealed road, approximately 500m to the top and 2km around the rim of the crater. The 7km gravel road wasn’t in good condition for cars, appeared not graded for some time, heavily-corrugated surface.
We must make a note of Michelle, who we talked with when we made the booking; very helpful and knowledgeable (while the website wasn’t). We as residents of QLD received a discount on accommodation - thanks Michelle.
Vijitha Paranagama — Google review
My mate and I absolutely loved this tour. It was totally amazing to see how big the lava tubes are. I would recommend this to anybody who is ok with walking over and around large rocks. We went through Bedrock Caravan park. Our guides name was David, he was very knowledgeable.
Kerralyn Barton — Google review
We spent a few days here as when we were planning our trip this was one of the places we wanted to stop at. It was great going on the tour and looking at the lava tubes and how they formed over the years.
We had our caravan so it made the trip a lot easier and cheaper than being in a cabin. It is a place I would only visit once as I feel it did not offer a lot for people to do.
Sonya Hunt — Google review
Undara Experience was a remarkable place, from the short walk up to the top of the crater to the thrilling exploration of the large and beautiful lava tubes, this is an awe-inspiring destination that is not to be missed.
The guided tours were our favourite, we recommend booking a sunset tour, followed by a morning tour to the archway tube, both easily accessible from the park.
Our guide was fantastic, with exceptional knowledge and enthusiasm, making our tour a unique experience.
The Undara settlement is a perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature, with bushwalks to extinct volcanoes and small swimming pool available for use.
All in all, I highly recommend visiting Undara Experience, which has been well managed and kept clean, with great tours and attractive facilities for an authentic outback experience!
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Alexander Zhdanov — Google review
Booked last minute to get on a Lava Tubes tour, worth every cent! The tour guide provided interesting and informative facts about the volcanic region and all care was taken to ensure our safety and comfort during the 2 hour tour. Saw microbats and a Mareeba Rock Wallaby which made our day. The bar had a large range of cool refreshing drinks to enjoy after the tour.
Erika — Google review
Fantastic experience!!! We tried to get a tour but it was fully booked, at the last minute we heard that there was a cancellation so we go a tour in the end!!! Thanks 😊 to the staff, for they were lovely, helpful and accommodating. We learned so much about how the tubes formed, the animals, vegetation and much more!!! The guide , Andrew was very knowledgeable and talented!!! It was very well planned and was safe. We did the Archway tour.
Sophie Goujon-Nicolas — Google review
What a wonderful place. We booked late and got a quad tent. Clean tidy and comfortable. The guide to the lava tubes was amazing with so much information about the whole area and tubes. The dinners were absolutely fantastic, quick and served in a great area. The bush breakfast is worth the fun ( keeping your food on the plate before the kookaburras steal it). Great for the kids and anyone who has never experienced a real Billy tea. Would thoroughly recommend this for anyone. Great place for kids and a great place to get them unplugged.
Carol Schefe — Google review
A must do in the area but book ahead.! There are 3 tours you can do, one is easy and then 2 more demanding and challenging. (Not to hard, but unlevel rock hops.)
The wind tunnel tour was great.
Guide was very informative.
Tubes were great.
They have a dinning amphitheatre type area with bar. A bit expensive, 2 bangas with mash was $32. (I expected a bit more banga for that...)
The live entertainment was great.!
Camping, glamping and cabins for accommodation. Great stay.
Staff were good, but under the pump in peak times.
Alex Draper — Google review
We stayed 2 nights at the Undara Experience in a converted railway carriage. The Windtunnel Tour was well organised and very informative.
Ian Hardwick — Google review
Very interesting tour and enjoyed our stay at the van park , we managed to survive with limited internet and no phone and was a very quiet camp, Weather lovely , warm nights , days warmer, the lava tubes are amazing and great to see no rubbish and being kept clean and managed well. Happy to see the visitor numbers down and people not touching and destroying the tubes and area.
Ian Malkin — Google review
The geological history of the lava tubes is fascinating. You will be awestruck by the formations.
I found out about this place by chance and the Qld government should really do more to promote it.
You cannot self tour so make sure you book a guided tour with a Savannah guide through Undara Experience. Well worth it!
Lush national park features Australia's highest single-drop waterfall, hiking trails & campsites.
Definitely worth the effort to walk down and back up. Allow some time, the walk down was about 45min back did take 1.5 hrs in the heat. Visited the falls on a 36 degree day, it was very cool and refreshing down at water level probably 25 degrees with the water being cool but not cold. Recommended for good swimming skills as it is deep and the falls make the water choppy, taking a bit of courage you can swim to the falling water. The pools on the edge are nice to cool off in. The surrounding rock down to the falls can be slippery and steep in sections.
I?dratherbeoutdoors — Google review
Beautiful fall, really impressive. The hike to the bottom is definitely not easy specially going back up. Make sure you have water with you. Absolutely worth it so just take it easy. The NP up the road is really good. Fairly quiet, plenty of spots for vans and tents. Make sure you book before to get there as there are no phone coverage.
Benjamin MICHONNET — Google review
Absolutely beautiful.
Perfect spot for a day trip from Townsville with family. The walk to the base is a bit hard for the kids and you must have a good fitness level for that. Keep plenty of water and some snacks if you do decide to walk down to the bottom of the fall.
L J — Google review
Really worth seeing it, u won't be able to know how beautiful it is through photos on the internet. MUST SEE!
The walking track is not that easy tho. I'll say it moderate level walking track and better to do it with dedicated hiking shoes, especially on rainy day (no one tell us that through reviews, so regret that not knowing it)
To swim, you gotta do some rock climbing and those rocks are super slipery. Be careful and it's not easy.
Thao My Duong — Google review
A bit challenging place to get to as you will definitely feel you are going on an off-beaten track, sharing the narrow roads with cows… The reward is a spectacular waterfall with amazing sunset view!!! One of the few places on earth where you feel really blessed to see this beautiful awe inspiring nature!
Herbert Lay — Google review
Australia's highest waterfall!!!!
Went there from Ingham, the drive took around an hour. Honestly it is totally worth it.
There was plenty of parking when I arrived.
You can look from the look out point about the marvels of the waterfalls or you can actually walk to the bottom. And there will be a big pond there where you can actually swim there.
The walk wasn't that hard, I've seen kids around 5 yo taking the walk.
It will be around an hour for the walk(one way), which is 2km.
But please be careful after you reach the bottom, if you want to go to the pond, you need to hop from the rock to another rock, it is not recommended for kids.
Overall it is definitely worth walking to the bottom.
Neo — Google review
Worth a visit! The drive can be a little long and the road up there is not the easiest but it was a fun drive and the view was amazing! The waterfall has a single massive drop which makes it unique 😍
Foodie in Brisbane — Google review
Australia’s tallest vertical waterfall! Beautiful location, a MUST VISIT. Accessible from all types of vehicles. Allow at least couple of hours for the walk down to the waterfall from the lookout & car park. The walk is difficult and should be only attempted by moderately fit and healthy people. Don’t go if you have a mild walking problem. Roads are good for almost all types of vehicles, just take your time, stay on your side of the road (bitumen all the way).
Russ Porteous — Google review
Beautiful, mother nature showing off, 🩵 enjoy your visit, take care on the roads,🚻 available at the lookout, very steep walk to the bottom of the Falls, you will need sturdy footwear 👍
Lauren Grogan — Google review
WOW what a day, definitely a must do! Took us 35 minutes down and 35 minutes up (was quite a workout). The waterfall is so impressive, we spent a few hours down there. Try to get to the waterfall before 1pm if you want the sun to hit the waterfall. We flew the drone there no problems and got some amazing shots. Also spotted some Ulysses butterflies at the top.
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Megan Faye Toth — Google review
Even the driving is worth it. So beautiful the whole scenery. Walk is a bit hard during wet seasons but I have done it !
Dan — Google review
The drive there from Townsville was a leisurely 2 hours, the last 30km is stunning and the road is new bitumen. The falls biggest and best in Australia and view is from the top. The walk to the bottom is worth it but a full medium+ grade walk. 30 minutes down 1.5 hours up, take water unless it's winter. Definitely worth the trip with or without the walk
Tezza — Google review
Beautiful right now after recent rain. Facilities are great, maintained well etc. It is very hot and humid at the moment though- make sure you pack lots of water and bug repellent and be properly prepared for the walk down to the base of the falls.
Taylor J — Google review
Beautiful waterfall - hiked all the way down, going back up was kind of strenuous but not terrible - total up & down took 1hr. Would highly recommend!
Julia Skreta — Google review
Amazing experience!
The road up (from Ingham) wasn't that difficult, we drove our 7.8 meters motorhome without any problems.
The view is amazing.
The way to the base of the waterfall looked intimidating but was easy pizzy,
30 minutes down 45 minutes up with my 6 years old.
Go and jave fun!
Highly recommended
Zohar Kuperman — Google review
As Australia's tallest single drop waterfall, the views were absolutely stunning. The journey to the waterfall was a bit challenging, but the hike was well worth it. The scenery along the way was breathtaking, with lush forests and wildlife everywhere you looked.
I only stopped in for the day but I'm keen to head back for a camping experience there. There is no wifi/reception so make sure you've booked a site before you get there if you want to camp. I had NO PHONE SIGNAL anywhere around the place for about 10 - 15mins heading in there.
Beautiful board walk to the Falls. And a 1.8km walk through the forest to the top of Falls.
Hannah Ekvoll — Google review
Very refreshing swim at bottom of waterfall, plus a beautiful view from the lookout. Looks like a lovely place to camp. However, road leading to waterfall was very bad quality especially if you don’t have a 4X4 - lots of pot holes and very rough.
Also lots of persistent big flies 🪰
Leon Schmalenbeck — Google review
Lovely. We went for a swim and I wished we were camping there, it's one of the nicest looking camp grounds. The swimming was beautiful and the view of the waterfall impressive.
Anna Morgan — Google review
Beautiful swimming location
Lots of fun. If you are squeamish, we did come across baby leeches in the river that kept attaching to us. 1mm thick and 1cm long.
Chantelle — Google review
Amazing pool for swimming, kinda dangerous though
YU JIAXIN — Google review
Gorgeous swimming and camping spot. You need to book if you are camping. note that the road up is really bumpy and gravel - may not be suitable for all cars. Bring repellent - mozzies everywhere.
Bec R — Google review
Cool camping place with toilets and BBQs.
Plenty of trees for shade and you can take a dip in the water from the Falls.
Victor Odman (Statikk666) — Google review
Lovely waterfalls, swimming area and Camp Grounds. We will be back to camp.
Richard Barton — Google review
Great views of the waterfalls, great drive in however slightly damaged dirt roads for 2wd cars
Kieren Murray — Google review
Nice camp grounds good day use area falls cool and beautiful full of march flies
Historic Village Herberton is a fascinating outdoor museum located in a tin mining town, showcasing over 60 fully restored heritage buildings and machinery from the 1800s. Visitors can explore exhibits such as a school, sawmill, bank, bishop's house, coach house, camera store, working farm equipment and vintage cars. The memorabilia includes printing presses and newspapers from throughout the 20th century. It's recommended to spend several hours here to fully appreciate this brilliant collection displayed in orderly streets.
This is one of the best museums we have ever visited. When they offer you the 3 day pass I can now see why. There is just so much to see and experience, and it is so well laid out. Plan to spend at the very least a few hours here - you will be glad you did.
Michelle Kerr — Google review
Must see! Our favourite museum in Australia so far. We spent over 3 hours here. It wasn't crowded because the tour buses don't come on Tuesdays. The staff were excellent! Extra friendly and accommodating. The tea room was very cute to sit in. There are plenty of picnic tables so I'd recommend bringing your own or having a snack in the tea room. Entry fee is CHEAP and 100% worth it (I don't know why other reviewers twisted about the price!) Yes it does smell old. Because it's full of old things. It's very much the Australian version of Beamish in England. We'd recommend this to anyone.
Lauren Christian — Google review
A great step back in time and well worth the drive to Herberton. There is plenty to see, and you can spend days wondering through the village.
Plenty of preserved and restored history from the local area as well as a few items from further abroad.
Very dog friendly. A few more items on the food menu would certainly be a plus.
A must do activity in Far North Queensland for locals and tourists alike.
Tony B — Google review
Loved this visit. The highlight of the day was the demonstration by the Blacksmith. So much to see there you need to have the whole day to view everything. The cafe has a resident ghost of a previous owner. Awesome day spent there
Gayle Mitchell — Google review
This has to be our favourite dog friendly activity so far on our lap of Australia! We loved the variety, informative signs and beautiful displays. Something for everyone!
Dogs we’ve allowed throughout the grounds and inside each individual building so we didn’t miss out on anything which is quite rare when travelling with dogs.
Jessica Lee — Google review
If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind museum experience in Australia, you simply must visit this place. It's easily our favourite museum in the country thus far - we were there for over three hours!
The staff were outstanding - not only did they go out of their way to accommodate us, but they were extra friendly as well. We loved spending time in the tea room, which was charming and cozy. There are tons of picnic tables outside, so feel free to bring your own snacks or grab something from the tea room.
Entry fees are extremely reasonable, and we'd say it's 100% worth it. I would recommend this museum to anyone!
Oh, and if you're travelling with your furry friend, this place is an absolute must-visit. It's probably the dog-friendliest activity we've encountered on our lap around Australia. We appreciated the fact that dogs are allowed in all of the buildings and throughout the grounds - it's not often that you find such a welcoming atmosphere.
To sum up, this museum is definitely a photographer's dream - we took so many great shots! There's just so much to see and do here - we can't wait to come back and spend another day exploring. And if you're interested in history, this is the perfect place to learn about Australian culture and heritage. Don't forget to check out the 30-minute video about the town's story - it's a great way to round out your visit.
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Alexander Zhdanov — Google review
It's an amazing historical place. It is full of very interesting items that good to see. Probably not the best for young children if you are wanting to read the information provided, but there is also a playground and demonstrations throughout the day. I would definitely recommend visiting.
Nat G — Google review
Well I have been visiting this place twice. First, when my wife was pregnant 3 months and second time today with my family. No doubt place is interesting but for me and my wife the staff is an amazing and so caring. My wife wasn’t well but the staff cared her so much and we really appreciate it. Thanks Kylie and kim for your kindness.
Ramandeep Singh — Google review
You really need more than one day to visit. An absolutely brilliant collection on display. The displays are set out really well. From young to old, there is so much to enjoy.
Victoria Reimann — Google review
We spent a day there,but if you don't see it all,they give you a complimentary 3 day pass .We brought our tickets on line before we went,costing $35 each. Very tidy,plenty of toilets. There is also a Cafe, where you can buy a light meals.Very educational and lots of photo opportunities. They have a few demonstrations, through the day.I don't think it is very wheelchair friendly, as there are lots of hills and steps to get in to the buildings.
Karen Delsar — Google review
This is one of the best history lessons you can have. They now have a 26 minute video of the story of this amazing town. Please visit and contribute to a worthwhile cause. Great fun and remember to go across the river..
Booboo Bingbang — Google review
We visited the Herberton Historic Village over the holidays with our parents and 6 month old. Easily the best historic attraction we have been to as a family and a MUST DO if visiting the Tablelands. There was something to see and do for everyone with the oldies constantly reminding us of the memorabilia they had “back in their day”. The random storms throughout the day didn’t dampen our spirits and was actually satisfying waiting out the rain under a 100 year old tin roof shed. Thanks for an amazing and unforgettable day!
T Smith — Google review
Fantastic day with the kids aged 10,8,4. Spent most of the day exploring the village/museum items in each building. The kids watched a blacksmith demo for over an hour. Unfortunately was not a weekend that the steam train was running. The historical items collected and the village displays are amazing. We enjoyed a scone with jam and cream for morning tea. After a few more village display visits we headed over to the camp kitchen where we were greeted by a lovely couple who cooked up a delicious camp oven lunch. There is a great play ground if the kids need a run around throughout the day. There is so much to see and take in. What a fantastic display of items. The film showing some of the indigenous history of the area along with the pioneers story was also interesting. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.
Mel C — Google review
A wonderful open air museum giving an insight into pioneer life in the late 1880s as well as hosting a collection of interesting historical artifacts. The ticket is valid for multiple days.
Deborah Gibson-Smith — Google review
Didn’t think I’d enjoy the opulence and leftover waste of colonialism and obvious impact it has had on the environment and it’s indigenous peoples however I was delightfully surprised by the effort put into collecting and presenting the pioneer artifacts and lifestyle by presenting it in a huge Villiage of shops and sheds, stores and buildings of every kind from toy store to garage, chemist and butcher, radio shop and school house etc etc etc, the list is endless and make sure you have at least 2 days to explore. Will take some people back to the antiques and things they have seen or owned or been handed down. The wealth earned from taking the tin has certainly boosted QLD however the toke is tic minimalistic display of poorly labelled Aboriginal items is an example of destruction by the commonwealth and its peoples. I took a million photos for my aging mother who will appreciate the memories of yesteryear. Good gift shop, some excellent handturned local wood items by their master craftsman, toilets are spread through the Villiage, plus a cafe with great food. You can take a nice walk over the suspension bridge to the station n mill and along the creek. There are various presentations on timetabled through the day and a film narrated by a Jack Thompson that I wasn’t really impressed with. Although the curved cinema screen was cool the film glossed over genocide and theft!
My husband loves this kind of place because lots of old machinery, some cars n bikes and a great collection of tools as well. My favourite would have to be the lower and upper classrooms set up and the chemist. The toy store is the creepiest beware of atttachment in there. Staff at gift shop were lovely, super friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this as one of the best historical comprehensive and excellently presented collections of pioneer life in Australia without the noise and bustle of places like Sovereign Hill ViC. Not really wheelchair friendly though which is a downside for many.
Ash Ash — Google review
It really feels like going back in time. An incredible place in the tablelands!
Leo Aguirre — Google review
This place is easily one of Australia's most awesome and complete museum of historical items and information - we thought it may be 1 or 2 hours with our teenage sons, but spent half a day there to closing time, and simply didn't leave enough time to see all the interesting stuff. Plan for a full day, or do it in two halves on a weekend ticket in.
Man-made cave network encrusted with one man's collections of gems, crystals & fossils.
Very well presented. Here's a great guy who is really passionate about his huge collection of crystals. This is by far the biggest collection of crystals I've ever since all across Australia. The museum was very informative and there are interactive activities available. Thanks Renee and his daughter Jessie for sharing this wonderful amazing place with us. I really enjoyed my experience visiting this place. ⭐⭐⭐Definitely worth a visit .
Angel H. — Google review
WOW! This place is worth the drive! The store is fantastic and so are the staff. And the man made cave they created is just like walking through a real cave! You can touch and feel the crystals and take as many photos as you wish. The greatest place to visit. I'll definitely be back.
Millie Rose — Google review
The store itself had a wide range of gemstones and jewellery with open layout. Locals get a discount of $20 per person to go through the caves which did not disappoint one bit. We thoroughly enjoyed viewing the crystals and fossils from around the globe whilst making our way through a cave like museum. The headbands were extremely fashionable and a great souvenir. The nostalgia of returning reminded us of how great this place is for kids and adults alike. However the best thing was definitely the staff,
Audrey was lovely and kind thank again for your service!
Ellie Cane — Google review
I loved this place, the caves are so beautiful and the crystals and rocks are so pretty it's hard to choose. The staff are very lovely and helpful, I wasn't feeling well and they really went out of their way to help me, thank you.
alana Adams — Google review
We walked through the huge cavern that crystals, gems and fossils were displayed and I was gobsmacked. All of the items are labelled where they came from and this huge and beautiful display was created by one man in Australia finding a gem.
We bought an unopened geode and had it cracked open. Inside a beautiful crystal that was being viewed for the first time.
A must see.
Jane Head — Google review
This place is a must to see. But just be warned it’s not real caves, it’s man made to give the impression of being in a cave with real gem stones everywhere inside.
It’s in the Main Street and is just a shop front between a few pubs but plenty of parking down behind for motor homes and vans.
The self guided tour is definitely worth doing.
The information book given about the gems on display is a must to read as you go.
Allow some time to do this as there is so many gems to see and such an amazing story to read.
Staff are amazing too! So helpful and passionate about gems.
Amanda Oppermann — Google review
This is amazing!!! For lovers of crystals this is heaven & the tour into the cave is so spectacular. Words just cannot describe. If you didn’t understand or get into crystals… this place will blow your mind 🫶🏾 My happy place
Kandy G (Gypsy Life) — Google review
I didn't get a chance to go in due to work commitments, but it looked great. I will check it out next time I get up there.. I love their car.
mark murphy — Google review
Very, very cool. How many museums actively encourage you to touch so many of their exhibits? And they’re displayed in interesting ways, with some good info in the guide book. My favourite was the fluorescence room with the black light.
Gift shop’s the opposite - leans hard into the “crystals have magical powers” thinking. Helps fund the magnificent stuff inside I guess.
Worth making the day trip from Cairns if you have even a glimmer of interest in geology or the natural world.
David “dal” Lord — Google review
The caves are very cool and all the specimens of fossils and crystals are great! Not to long of a walk around and lots of things to see, there are a few low spots to duck under but other than that a great way to spend a couple of hours and the geode cracking at the end is a great way to top it off!
Amber — Google review
Excellent few hours exploring and reading all about the crystals. Very interested informative. Cracking a Geo was very good with an excellent end product for us to take home. Worth visiting if you are in Atherton.
Wayne Weston — Google review
I loved seeing the fossil section in the shop. It is clear evidence of Noah's flood.
Didn't go to the paid back/downstairs.
I enjoyed watching the children experience opening their own rock to see the interior. Crystal caves is very generous in that quite a few rocks were discarded before the child received their guaranteed sparkly one.
Kathryn Schmidt — Google review
Absolutely must if you are in area !
Beautiful collection , great staff members and dog friendly at the top of it .
I was surprised how much my husband enjoyed as well . In other ways it's perfect for every age and gender !
Yaddy — Google review
The museum is set up like a cave with winding corridors and lots of displays. It has information some interactive parts too. You can also crack your own geode too which is fun
Matt Kaines — Google review
I loved coming here as a kid and I recently returned as an adult. Still a very interesting place to visit even after all these years.
A good place for anyone who likes gemstones. The shop where you can buy stones and jewellery is good too.
Alannah Woodhouse — Google review
Absolute must do attraction if you’re in FNQ! We came here spontaneously and was one of the biggest highlights of our trip, you’re able to go into the museum and touch and feel crystals, with specimens that are better than the Australian museum in Sydney. Rene’s passion clearly flows through all of his staff and his business practices, as his love for crystals is what makes the crystal caves so magical. Absolutely must not miss this incredible experience!
Lillie O'Kelly — Google review
Great interactive tour, but the name is a bit misleading. Don't expect a natural "cave system." It is a series of tunnels shaped like a cave that does a great job of displaying all the crystals. It's great your allowed to touch them too!
Adam Sangar — Google review
Staff were awesome, friendly and just downright humerus,
Caves were a self guided tour and just artistic, peaceful and educational experience, without being pushed to move along,
Kids absolutely loved the experience.
Kieren B — Google review
Very cool little spot. Driving up to it we didn't think there was caves at the location but the setup is actually really good and we enjoyed it very much. Very interactive and interesting. Beautiful crystals as well.
Anneke Meintjes — Google review
Absolutely incredible and amazing customer service.
The gentleman that explained everything to my kids and was so patient and went over to explain the geo they cracked with them
Highly recommend it was a great experience
Granite Gorge Nature Park, located 12km west of Mareeba, is a stunning natural attraction known for its massive granite boulders and picturesque hiking trails. The park offers camping and caravanning facilities, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the Australian wilderness. It's home to tame rock wallabies that can be fed with purchased food. The area is abundant with wildlife including wallabies, possums, and various bird species.
Lots of wonderful animals and bursting bushland to see fantastic views from the rocks paths are unique to say the least they are for the adventurous type not a easy walk. Not suitable for people with disabilities or have trouble climbing. Family fun for camping and other animals to enjoy and feed the wallabies full facilities available, for day trips or camping trips.
Tegan Crawford — Google review
A gorgeous gorge, well worth the small fee per person. We did the extended trek, only 90 minutes total with some grade 4 scrambling over and sliding down rocks. Good shoes and free hands a must.
John Stephens — Google review
Great experience feeding all the animals! We decided to stay the night, worth doing if you're doing a late afternoon walk. There's 2 levels of tracks to follow, and we did both. It was a little more hectic than I expected, but we definitely had a lot of fun climbing and squeezing through the rocks.
Jodie Morris — Google review
Superb setting.
Fascinated by the hollow sounding boulders.
Would like to see non native pink flowering plants removed from site asap before they spread.
Was dismayed to see caged animals in reception, especially the cockatoos. No need.
However, the water was delicious, so cool for swimming. Bird life abundant.
The campsite looked very natural with plenty of water views
Susan Stiles — Google review
Lovely, family friendly camping spot! Plenty of space to set up so you don’t feel to close to other camp sites. They have powered and unpowered sites, as well as clean bathroom facilities.
The nature park is about a 15 minute drive from Mareeba. This was super helpful when we realised we had forgotten stuff for dinner…
There are several walking paths to go on and lots to see here. High recommend coming up for a weekend and exploring what this place has to offer.
Adella H — Google review
Great place. Wallaby food is cheap, and they don’t bite. Just make sure that you wear sneakers and not sandals so that you can see the whole place. Overall, a great experience in the Australian bush.
MMM — Google review
Great for a walk through the george but not much info available online on the difficulty levels of the tracks. Rock wallabies are adorable and tame. Food for wallabies available at reception. Small fee for park entry.
Amy Venn — Google review
We came across the Granite gorge only by seeing the sign on the roadside . We absolutely loved feeding the Little Rock wallabies. We completed both the yellow and red walks ! Good walking shoes recommended! Absolutely loved this adventure . Worth the $13 each and $ 2 for pellets to feed wallabies 😊
Donna Barker — Google review
The rocks and boulders and general area, beautiful and worth a look.
It's well marked trail, wallabies bit is fun.
What was less savoury were the caged birds and animals. All seemed too small too cramped no heat lamps for reptiles, water or climbing options for lizards.
Caged birds always a tough one for our family. Lovely to see them but is a small cage the best way to live for an animal that flies hundreds of miles?
Clearly the place has to pass QLD inspection (although displayed license is out of date), so we might assume these cages meet standards, but my kids were not impressed.
peter wilson — Google review
Fantastic day out, worth the money, only $15/ adult for the whole day. Wear good shoes if you’re up for some rock scrambling. Wallabies are friendly and adorable!
Emma Scully — Google review
We had such a great time!!!!! Just hanging out with the sweet Wallabies was worth the entry fee alone. The trails winding the way through the rocks was a blast. Super kind staff. Hope to go back someday. Thank you!!!
Heidi — Google review
It's close to the tablelands, or you can drive here from Cairns. It's worth the visit. But you need to pay the entrance fees before getting in, and you have to buy the wallabies food if you want to feed them. But for 2 dollars it's pretty worth it.
The entrance fee is about 15 dollars per pax.
The wallabies rock just near the entrance. Over the rock it's all rock, so basically you just climb rock to see more rocks
At the end of the rock you will see an amazing view. If you are too lazy to climb the rock back you can take the emergency exit which just a smooth path directs you back to the park, but it can be very hot in a sunny day
The park has a lot of parrots as well. I heard some of them talk, like how you're doing which is pretty cool
And they have pigs and sheep as well
Overall very good spend for a day
Neo — Google review
Cool little spot.. you can see the river meandering around all the huge granite boulders, there are many tame wallabies here and also the owner has all sorts of birds for you to interact with. There is a campground for those that would like to stay overnight also
Nick S — Google review
A huge rock gorge filled with friendly Wallabies,
You can get food to feed them it is quality,
Small little hands and eyes so cute,
I wanna keep it as a pet and feed it fruit,
There’s toilets and spots to picnic,
And views and animals worthy of a quick pic :)
Eddie Davies — Google review
What a fabulous experience we had here. A really lovely place to visit 😁 Lots of birds, animals, including geese, ponies, pig and rock wallabies. Great place for camping. Can highly recommend it. Very friendly people and it was peaceful 😁😃 at the time of our visit.
Charmaine Noel — Google review
One of the best bang for your bucks places we stayed at in terms of excitement for the kids when holidaying in Far North QLD.
Don't get put off by the 1990's website, or an Excel spreadsheet for a booking system, this place is worth seeing.
The rock wallabies are super cute and are the highlight attraction, watching them play, interact while being able to pat them was enjoyed by the whole family.
The holiday park also has a bunch of beautiful parrots and reptiles that the kids got to handle and talk to. Roaming peacocks/hens are also cool to see.
We got to do a short walk on the boulders. We finished the medium course and attempted half of the difficult part of the course, but the kids bailed on it, so we turned back.
It seems there is also a place for people to swing off into the water.
At night we gathered some wood and had a small fire next to our cabin which was great fun for the kids.
The cabin it self is small and basic but it was clean, came with towels and soap/shampoo and that's all we really needed. Did I mention the rock wallabies are awesome? Some came around in the evening and hung out around our cabin.
If we walk around the holiday park you will find some fruit trees. We picked starfruit and guava.
sc Mikirtoumov — Google review
This place well and truly outshines it's advertising. What a gem of a camping spot. Turkeys, peacocks, chickens and other ground fowl putter around. The watering hole is a nice cool off in the heat. The lizards, snakes and birds at the beautiful reception building are a treat for the kids (and adults!). However, the 2 km of hiking through the gorge is what blew our socks off. We loved the small challenges of the rock climbs for my 5 year old and the labelling of the track. The dinosaur footprints, dinosaur rock, turtle rock, and whale rock, plus interesting assistance along the way (rock holds, pipes, bridges and cement stepping stones). I forgot to mention our super comfortable and fun safari tent for the night! At $65 for a semi permanent tent with a double bed and linen, this place is a no brainer for a weekend away!! So glad I found it this weekend! Oh!! The rock wallabies are a HUGE drawcard, too. This place has it all!
Jamie Reynolds — Google review
This is a beautiful place to visit. The scenery is spectacular, great interaction with the rock wallabies. A little cold for a swim, but is great when the weather is a little warmer. Make sure you wear good footwear if you plan on walking through the Gorge.
Zeke Fontaine — Google review
Very pleasant. Stayed in a cabin, we were there only one night. Bring BBQ food as there is only an electric fry pan and a microwave.
Picturesque 18-m. waterfall plunging into a swimming hole surrounded by tropical greenery.
Really a great place to see the falls and to have a picnic. A lot of people were swimming in the water. There are changing rooms near by. You have to walk about 10 min from the parking area to the falls. We can recommend this place. Everything is nice and clean.
Dieter S. — Google review
Gets allot of hype in "what to do around Cairns" Personally I found Josephine falls to be the best overall in the region. The water is cold (colder than Josephine Falls) brackish and rough to walk into with lots of submerged stones and rocks (recommend wearing reef shoes) although the waterfall itself is quite spectacular and there are fish and turtles that you can see as well
Jon Kealy — Google review
A fantastic waterfall. Easy drive from Ravenshoe. Easy walk down steps to the falls or if you have trouble walking you can drive down. Toilets and picnic tables available.
Rose-Anne M — Google review
Beautiful waterfalls.
Super easy to get to and with plenty of parking.
Bring your swimsuit because you will not want to leave without going in for a dip.
We went after a few days of rain and the waterfall was huge and super majestic.
Worth a visit.
UsmanovTV — Google review
Beautiful falls which you can swim in! An easy walk down man made steps from the car park, but be careful, slippery path when went. Toilets and change rooms available too.
Claire J Vasserman — Google review
Close to car park so easy walk to falls.. can swim there but we didn’t .. worth doing the falls loop to see the other falls nearby.. easy walk to each from their carpark
Jenny Hemley — Google review
Millaa Millaa Falls is undoubtedly beautiful, with its cascading waters and lush surroundings. However, my visit was cut short due to heavy rain. Unfortunately, I didn't have the chance to fully enjoy it as I was quickly soaked. Despite the short visit, the natural beauty of the falls was evident, and I would love to return on a clearer day to fully appreciate its splendor.
Christophe Demouche — Google review
Such a great waterfall. Went in for a swim in the murky water and loved it. The waterfall is ferocious, very loud but worth a swim up to and behind if you’re a competent swimmer.
Stuart Charles — Google review
Milla Milla Waterfall is a magnificent sight in Far North Queensland. Despite the rain and fog, the waterfall's grandeur and increased water flow made it a captivating experience. The limited visibility added a touch of mystique, creating a unique and memorable visit. Don't miss this majestic natural wonder, even in less ideal weather conditions
Zella Keiko Bawr — Google review
Such a beautiful spot and we basically had the place all to ourselves at the end of the day. It does get extremely busy though as it is such easy access. You can view the falls from the lower carpark!
Trundlewithus — Google review
This is ‘the’ falls to visit. Most ‘Instagram-able’ and often the location where all the hair flick pics are taken. Make sure to not just take photo so close up .. but step back and take some pics with the flora and fauna in the foreground to create a better composition.
AC Chandarana — Google review
Lovely falls, we came in July and it was really wet. Some people went for a swim but it's not very clear water when it's raining.
Good for a quick photo opportunity but not much to do when it's wet weather.
Disabled car park has access to the viewpoint .
Frances Jagger — Google review
Fantastic for a swim with the kids, easy to access the carpark is next to it. Wear shoes the rocks under foot can be sharp. The bigger and braver ones can paddle under the falls or the smarter kids can find the side track to avoid the cold water!
Joseph Moloney — Google review
There will be 3 waterfalls to see if you go to the waterfalls scenic drive in Millaa Millaa, the total drive around 18km which didt take too long of you just touch and go.
Out of all 3 waterfalls I feel Millaa Millaa waterfall is the best, easy accessibility from the car park, just around 5mins walking distance and you are right in front of the water wall.
There is a beautiful waterfall there and there is a small pond there to let you swim.
Good place to stop by.
Neo — Google review
Not exaggerating when I say the best swimming with a view.
My whole family enjoyed it and it wasn't crowded. We wore water shoes for caution as rock edges are sharp.
Thanks for the recommendation: Cairns Adventure Group!
Jenny M — Google review
Beautiful waterfall and carpark is right nearby although quite small, we were lucky to get the spot we did as many were already lining the side of the narrow road. It was very popular when we came, plenty of people swimming. Restrooms are not the best.
Alycia Lipovac — Google review
These falls can be viewed from a very short walk from the car park. It was a little crowded with tour buses and lots of people there but the falls were beautiful to see. If you’re in the area it’s definitely a place you should stop. If your adventure some then go ahead bring your swimsuit we saw lots of people swimming out to the waterfall and they mentioned to us that it was quite nice and that the water wasn’t too cold. We saw a man in his son and asked if they would take a picture. The dad said sure I’d love to get in the picture with you. We thought it was quite a funny picture of us and our new friend :)
Melinda Jennings — Google review
Milla Milla Waterfall is a breathtaking natural wonder located in the Cairns region of Australia. This iconic waterfall is known for its stunning beauty and tranquil surroundings, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
The waterfall is nestled amidst the lush rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands, creating a picturesque setting that is truly captivating. As the water cascades down a height of 18 meters, it forms a pristine pool at the base, inviting visitors to take a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear waters. The pool is surrounded by giant moss-covered boulders and vibrant green foliage, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
The Milla Milla Waterfall is not only a sight to behold, but it also holds cultural significance for the indigenous people of the area. It is believed to be a spiritual place that holds healing properties and is used for various ceremonies and rituals.
Visiting Milla Milla Waterfall offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and experience the beauty of the Australian rainforest up close. The surrounding area is home to an array of wildlife, including colorful birds, butterflies, and even platypuses in the nearby creeks.
For adventure enthusiasts, there are also opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding rainforest trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the area. The waterfall is easily accessible, with a short walk from the car park, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.
In conclusion, Milla Milla Waterfall is a mesmerizing destination that showcases the beauty of nature in the Cairns region. Its tranquil ambiance, stunning surroundings, and cultural significance make it a must-visit attraction for anyone seeking a memorable experience in Australia.
Skybury Cafe & Roastery is a unique destination located on a coffee farm, offering more than just great food and coffee. Visitors can enjoy the stunning views from the spacious deck while indulging in brunch made from locally sourced produce. The cafe also provides an opportunity to learn about the coffee industry through information boards, displays, and a plantation tour shown in their cinema.
We thought the drive may not be worth it... we were wrong. What a magnificent find! Great selection of cakes to compliment their coffee. They do a great lunch according to the guys at the table next to us who were back a second time. Ethical and environmentally friendly coffee and papaya production 👌
Nich Cole — Google review
I finally had the chance to visit Skybury Cafe & Roastery after two unsuccessful attempts, and I must say, the third time was indeed lucky. Driving 40 km just for their coffee may seem like a stretch, but trust me, it's absolutely worth it. The location is stunning, and the friendly staff make you feel right at home. Their coffee tasting of three varieties adds a special touch to the experience. Despite facing adversity from Cyclone Jasper, the people at Skybury remain resilient and humble, which is truly admirable. It's saddening to hear about the loss of their papaya plantations, but as they say, 'c'est la vie.' I ordered a big coffee and scones, and they were hands down the best I've ever tasted in Cairns. Overall, Skybury Cafe & Roastery offers not just exceptional coffee and food, but also a heartwarming experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Christophe Demouche — Google review
Greetings from Hamburg, Germany! Our local coffee roaster „Hamburg Kaffeerösterei” luckily got hold of two sacks of your coffee. What an exceptional treat!
Martin K. — Google review
What an amazing place. Service was impeccable and we were greeted at the door and offered to have our photo taken at the balcony swing.
Great food and exceptional coffee. Grabbed a few goodies, coffee beans and fresh papaya.
Food and service is 10/10.
This is our new favourite stop off in the Atherton Tablelands. See you all again soon!
Adam Dziewierz — Google review
Just received my order from Skybury! I absolutely love Skybury's coffee body scrubs! Do yourself a favour and buy some, I will not use any other! They're better than any scrubs you can buy from chemists etc. and I've had great success reducing scarring by using the scrubs! Love their coffee too but I'm more passionate about these scrubs 😂
Kelly Thompson — Google review
Very nice. I loved the fact you can sit out on the balcony. The very friendly kookaburra was a delight to watch. It is a must go to place.
Jennifer Pates — Google review
I discovered this brand a few years ago and love their peaberry coffee. This time around I ordered a taster pack of beans online. Really pleased with the coffee. I found the personalised note inside a nice touch. They even took note of my request to not leave the parcel unattended. This was noted on the box for the postie. A great Australian family owned brand. I hope to come visit them up in Queensland soon.
Ben Wilson — Google review
Food was good but they need to get better strawberry 🍓 jam for there scones...I did mention it to management 🤔 let's hope they listen.
It's a beautiful setting my grandson loved the big swings.
joanne matthews — Google review
Repeat visitors whenever we are up this way because of the excellent service, food and products. This is more than a cafe, it's an experience. Incredible views and a relaxing atmosphere await you. Quintin and the team will make you feel at home and go to great lengths to ensure your visit is memorable. The coffee is incredible, the papaya divine and there are so many other wonderful locally made and sourced products available. However, it's the warm welcome that will keep us coming back for more.
Kirsten Anderson — Google review
Breakfast this morning was beautiful. Great service, great food, excellent coffee and the view! You can’t beat the view.
Scott Petrie — Google review
A great location, with an amazing view and the gift shop is pretty cool too.. we stopped for Devonshire tea with papaya jam which was great.. even the toilets have a garden with green tree frogs in it
Nick S — Google review
A great, scenic café with an amazing vista. Had delicious coffee and scones with fresh papaya! Attentive staff, beautiful atmosphere, and an aquarium in the bathroom!
Ricardo Gonzalez — Google review
The Skybury Cafe & Roastery was on our bucket list since we follow them on social media a while ago! We made it and are happy we drove all the way up to smell & taste the true authentic coffee that is produced there! Our surprise was to find out from our incredible hosts that they also produce other products such as papaya, and skin products made from it, and liquors like Vodka! A Must visit place with family, friends, kids✨We will be back!
Chelly Garcia — Google review
Best coffee and amazing papaya.
The view from the restaurant are stunning, food and shakes are tasty and well presented. I highly recommend a visit.
Also the products in the shop are great as gift and souvenirs to gift or take home.
J. Wolf K. — Google review
This was the best experience. Unsurpassed views, so so beautiful. Friendly helpful staff, delicious food, excellent coffee. Wonderful range of pantry items, a must visit. 10/10.
We dropped in around closing time to buy a couple of bottles. Place was beautiful and the atmosphere was lovely. Would be lovely spot for a drink. The grounds were absolutely stunning with peacocks roaming all over.
kat gan — Google review
This is a lovely distillery that makes some great gin.
The service, product knowledge and hospitality was excellent.
I found the prices quite high particularly as the product is made on site and you are buying direct from the manufacturer. Especially disappointing to find upon my return to Sydney my local bottle shop prices were cheaper than the distillery.
Worth the visit and a taste test.
Tanvir Khan — Google review
Beautiful place, delicious products, class A service and the gardens are to die for. Stayed overnight in the RV Retreat which was gorgeous. Grassed sites and impeccable amenities.
Carol Clifton — Google review
Passed by this gem when I was on my way to Granite Gorge, decided to check it out when I was on my way back. Honest not regret at all
When you drive inside you feel like you drive into another place where the view is amazing.
And we did the liquor tasting. You can get
1 for 5 dollars
4 for 15 dollars
Or
6 for 20 dollars
So we did the 6 for 20, they have different choices there.
What I recommend here is their award winning Rum and Ooray.
The rest you can just pick whatever you feel nice
It was bad that their distillery was not open when I was there. But you can just walk around and explore their surrounding. It's beautiful
Overall it's a good experience
Neo — Google review
I went there on the recommendation of an Australian friend. Although I doesn't know much about distilled spirits, tried some rum and whiskey. The rum has a vanilla flavor and tastes like caramel. It had a very rich taste due to its high alcohol content.
Takafumi Hosoya — Google review
Wonderful experience having a tasting paddle from Lisa. Tasty Gins of different varieties, plus outstanding rum and whiskey. All on a wonderful property which I think the kids would enjoy. Donkeys, cows, plenty of peacock's and parking for the caravan.
Will be back the next time we are up FNQ.
Cam Aldis — Google review
What a beautiful place. Right from the front gate. Stunning setting. Staff are amazing. Products are delicious. The sexycat tasted like Turkish delight. 😍 Next time we will bring the caravan and stay.
Allison Ray — Google review
Great gins, rum and whiskey to try. Softdrinks available for purchase too.
Ample outside seating on a massive well landscaped property.
Emma King — Google review
Eimear and Charlene, the girls who served us, did an amazing job. They know their stuff. I recommend tasting the Ooray, a flavoured gin. So good!
Jesse Hewett — Google review
Love the atmosphere for an afternoon day off. We got 6 tasting and all were unique! Surprised by the alpaca and peacock around the corner! Must visit before the wet season!
Mai Osuga — Google review
Loved being able to stay at a distillery! Navy strength Gin is highly recommended! Lots of bird life around the park.
Stu — Google review
This was another Awesome experience
My husband and I were taking my mum away for the night for her 72nd birthday. We stopped down the road for coffee tasting, only to realise that it wasn't in operation.
However, my Amazing Husband made a perfect detour to bring us to
Mt Uncle Distillery for some Gin tasting stead. What a perfect day and opportunity it was
The mood was lovely, as we drove in, I admired the agave plants and all surrounding trees, nature and wildlife. The peacocks even spread it feathers for us.
We opted to try the 6 taste plate and chose 3 x gins, 1 x tequila, sexycat marshmallow liquor and a coffee liquor
We sat outside, in the lovely breezy, blue sky 💙 listening to the birds,
It was perfect
Great venue
tarah shaw — Google review
Lovely place to visit and sample the local Gin products. The ambience of the distillery and surrounds is incredible. There is RV parking and plenty of car parks. For the kids there is an enclosure with a few donkeys, turkeys, plus lots of Peacock's roaming around, they are not camera shy. Some Web sites advertise that you can purchase coffee as well as meals at the distillery but that is not the case. They stopped selling coffee and meals about four years ago. Ignore the billboards on the highways as well that still advertise coffee and meals available at the venue. The venue is 100% wheelchair friendly.
John White — Google review
Mt Uncle is a hidden treasure set amongst a natural paradise that you will never want to leave. The gin tasting was so much fun and we were blown away with the first class service and tutorial we received. It was so relaxing and loved watching the peacocks frolic in the garden. A definite pit stop on your tablelands journey and don’t forget to take some roadies with you!
Fantastic cafe at the dairy of Mungalli Creek. We love how cheese features in all the dishes! We had the spinach savoury cheesecake, and the Swiss crepe with salmon. Both of the dishes were fresh and well balanced. It’s beautiful to sit outside among the rolling hills at altitude. There was a lovely breeze, and people were taking full advantage of the picnic tables under the trees. A few people even had their doggos with them! Worth a visit.
Nicky Jurd — Google review
We shared the cheese platter for 2 between 3 of us and it was plenty of food to sample the lovely cheeses made by Mungalli. The service was excellent and the cafe was cute, homey and had a set up where you could browse local made products to purchase. 10/10 food and service and lovely to support local business. Well done!
Tilly — Google review
Delicious food and amazing iced coffee’s with as you would expect the most incredible fresh and tasty cream. Staff were above and beyond with friendly service and helpfulness. Certainly a must see place. Very picturesque.
Adam Wagemakers — Google review
First the positives... The food is delicious, the location stunning and the service is good.
Not so great... Lots of room for improvement inside. It is functional but by no means does it provide a memorable visit. If you took away the location, it would probably slide into obscurity. The furniture is a mixture of style (the tables) and functionality (the bulky, tattered "camping" chairs). Decor is below average - beautiful photos spoilt by budget frames, etc. The floor is also a mixture of beautiful wood and torn vinyl. With minimal work, this could be a great place inside as well as outside. Be aware, parents, that only unisex toilets are available so you'll want to accompany your young kids to the bathroom.
Wayne Ralph — Google review
Great place to stop for coffee, milkshake, cheesecake and a bite when you are on the waterfall circuit. Enjoyed our stop at the Mungali Creek Dairy Cafe. Great views of the tableland about 1-2km from the cafe also.
J from Oz — Google review
One of my favourite Tablelands cafes! We LOVE the cheese platter for two. Have eaten in several times but we also love the option to grab a take away cheese platter to take to home when having family over, to a friends house or to take on a picnic. We alo love the house made Mungali icecream and the amazing views of the surrounding valleys.
Cy Berchick — Google review
Mungalli milk is amazing and we were driving around looking for our new abode and we came across the Mungalli milk farm cafe...what a peaceful place we ordered the rueben very delicious and about 15 dollars each Turkish...coffee with mungalli milk is amazing.
Constance Wade — Google review
10/10 scones with home made jam and the most unbelievable thickened/ whipped cream we’ve ever had 🤤
The cheesecake was super smooth and tasty too.
The coffee and hot chocolate were great , my tea came out without tea but we all (staff included) had a great laugh about it and once it steeped was a wonderful accompaniment to my fluffy scones.
Great job team ⭐️
Teagan Knight — Google review
Adorable dairy farm and cafe located in Millaa Millaa, Queensland. This local cafe is rustic and charming.
We ordered the cheese platter for 2 with extra blue cheese and we were impressed by the variety of cheeses as well as the generous portions. It came with chili and onion jams, fruits, crackers and many sides that paired well with the cheeses.
Additionally, we got the strawberry crepes with vanilla ice cream and the scone with cream and jam. The scone came with Devonshire tea that was grown locally. Both dishes were very good with great quality ingredients.
The only downside was the wait. For the cheese platter, it took about 45 minutes from order time. But we didn’t mind because it was a beautiful sunny day and we enjoyed the view.
Although the location is a little out of the way, we highly recommend to stop by this cafe.
Kara WSO — Google review
What a beautiful place to stop on our Tablelands road trip! Breezy, with gorgeous views, and the staff were all lovely. We will definitely return for more spoils!
Helen Hynes — Google review
Fantastic spot for lunch. Food is delicious and it’s only lite fare and desserts which was perfect. We had the ricotta and spinach savoury slice and the ploughman lunch. Selection of cheesecakes for dessert. And of course we bought some cheese and yogurt and some milk, a lovely stop. Highly recommended.
Jrdmum — Google review
On a whim decided to turn in at the sign and glad we did! Beautiful spot for a cheeseboard or dessert! Husband and I shared the cheese platter for 1, and was a perfect size for a snack and to sample their cheeses. Table across from us had the dessert platter and wow that looked good too, would try that next time! Felt that their prices were reasonable.
Taylor Reid — Google review
Gorgeous little spot, except went there for scones and jam and cream, they open at 10 and we ordered at 10:30and they were sold out!! So get in early! We had a dessert platter for two - it’s ridiculously large, 5 pieces of cake and two scoops of ice cream. Bit too big to enjoy really. Beautiful stuff in the shop and worth a visit! Dog friendly and affogato was good 🤙🏾
Cass B — Google review
Despite not being able to book a table, since it was a public holiday, my bestie and I took the chance to make it up here. Great decision. Though super busy, the staff were all smiles, and the food was yum. My lactose-hating belly really appreciated the delicious milkshake I could safely enjoy! Definite plans to return.
zamnelna — Google review
So incredible. Staff were always funny, kind and helpful. Food was amazing and well priced especially considering the price. The toasties and ice cream were delicious! Not to mention incredible scenery. Can’t wait to come back.
Camilla R — Google review
Went up to the Tablelands for Easter weekend and heard it was a great place but I did not have that experience. When we arrived there was a a lot of people there. We waited in line and when we were served the lady was quite blunt and dismissive to us, like she didn’t want to serve us, including the other staff we interacted with. We ordered 2 milkshakes and nothing else which cost us close to $21. There were plenty of staff working so we thought it would not take very long however we waited over 25 minutes. There was no sense of urgency considering how busy it was. After waiting around for a while one of the staff members family walked in with a newborn baby, the staff member stopped every person working to meet the baby whilst the cafe is full of people and there is a still a line to be served. Once we finally received the milkshakes we were very surprised they looked kids sized. Half the size you would normally get at any other cafe I have been to. It was not an enjoyable experience for such a popular cafe.
Maddison Goulter — Google review
Nice little cafe worth a visit if you’re out this way. Stunning views of the hills as we sat at their outdoor tables and enjoyed a cheese platter. The staff gave a thorough explanation of the different cheeses and also a little information on the surrounding land. It was very enjoyable learning more about the country.
Only downfall was that it took 50 minutes to get the cheese board. However, we didn’t mind too much because the views are gorgeous and there’s a little shop inside we perused whilst waiting.
Ingan Tours offers a variety of guided tours and experiences in the beautiful region of Ingan, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore the natural wonders and cultural heritage of the area. The tours cover a range of activities such as hiking through lush rainforests, visiting ancient indigenous sites, and learning about the local flora and fauna. With knowledgeable guides leading the way, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history and stunning landscapes that Ingan has to offer.
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Railway Station, Bruce Hwy, Tully QLD 4854, Australia
Wow! What an amazing tree. Easy 5 minute via boardwalk plus 15 minutes gawking. Good storyboard that describes how it grew in such an unusual way. My pics do not do it justice. The road is bitumen suitable for RVs. Big rigs might find it a squeeze if busy. Easy in our 6.5m motorhome.
John Stephens — Google review
How cool is the curtain fig 🌳 tree.
All abilities accessible. Slopping boardwalk to see all angles of this magnificent tree. I was impressed with the size.
Amanda Farns — Google review
The Curtain Fig Tree is a natural wonder that leaves visitors in awe of its majestic presence. While the walk to reach the tree is relatively short, the experience is nothing short of amazing.
As you approach the Curtain Fig Tree, its sheer size and unique appearance command attention. The intricate root system that cascades from its branches creates a mesmerizing curtain-like effect, making it a sight to behold.
The short walk to reach the tree allows for a close-up encounter with this natural marvel. It's a great opportunity to appreciate the intricate details of the tree and the surrounding rainforest environment.
While some visitors may wish for a longer trail or more extensive walking experience, it's important to remember that the main attraction is the tree itself. The relatively short walk ensures that the focus remains on this remarkable natural phenomenon.
For those seeking a longer adventure, nearby hiking trails and attractions in the area provide additional opportunities to explore the beauty of the rainforest.
In conclusion, the Curtain Fig Tree is a natural wonder that impresses with its size and unique root structure. While the walk to reach the tree may be short, the experience is undeniably amazing. Take the time to appreciate the beauty and intricacies of this magnificent tree and consider exploring other nearby trails to enhance your rainforest adventure.
Zella Keiko Bawr — Google review
Nature is amazing and The Curtain Fig Tree is a fine example of this.
Definitely worth your while visiting. Easy walk in to see the tree and parking is close to the tree. A sign explains how it grew to look as it does today.
Elizabeth Jones — Google review
Had the whole path to ourselves, it was really beautiful to just hang out and listen to the birds etc. The tree is amazing.
Heidi — Google review
Driving through and visited the Curtain Tree Fig. Pleasant looking national park, lush and green
Relle Chastain — Google review
If you love nature, you'll love this place. Don't just go there for the curtain fig, look in the surrounding bush, you'll see staghorns and elkhorns growing off the trees, then look down...if you're lucky you'll also see some of the wildlife, beautiful butterflies fluttering in and out.
Dennis Withers — Google review
Impressive huge fig tree. Well worth the visit.
Elouise Laidler — Google review
Tiny beautiful remnant rainforest. Curtain Fig NP is a remnant of the original Mabi Forest (“mabi” = Ngajanji word for the local Lumholtz’s tree kangaroo), which once stretched across this low-lying part of the tablelands. The information signs say this part was left uncleared largely due to the basalt rock boulders scattered across the land. Spectacular, special place - has you imagining how different the surrounding cleared agricultural land once was!
Odette Lawler — Google review
Nice quick stop over for a short loop walk around the beautiful Fig tree. It's wheelchair-friendly.
Cristina Renedo Williams — Google review
This serene natural spot, adorned with this unique fig tree, provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle. The lush greenery creates a picturesque setting, making it a perfect place to unwind and connect with nature. The spot is super close of the parking area. 😊
Estefanía Mantas — Google review
Spectacular. Worth the drive from Cairns to view this magical tree and surrounding forests and crater lakes.
Ri Johnston — Google review
Paradise found in FNQ Queensland
michael jacobus — Google review
Short walk in to see the tree - amazing what nature can do.
Narelle Sampson — Google review
Not sure what the rest of the park is like but the fig tree is quite impressive
Nick S — Google review
Absolutely amazing sight to see! We've stopped here every time we're in the area. If you're in the area, it's worth stopping. It's only a short walk in from the car park.