Australian Sugar Industry Museum Bruce Highway Mourilyan Phone: 07 4063 2656 Email:
Website: www.sugarmuseum.org.au
Experience the drama and heritage of Australia’s sugar industry at the Australian Sugar Industry Museum. The museum has a permanent display of historic tractors, locomotives, harvesters and a working model of a 500hp steam-driven crushing engine. Children’s activities and education support, talks and guided tours, visual art exhibitions and performances. The Museum is equipped to accommodate a range of professional and private functions, including conferences, seminars, displays, launches, workshops, meetings, dinners and performances.
Johnstone River Crocodile Farm Flying Fish Point Road Innisfail Phone: 07 4061 1121 Email:
Website: www.crocfarm.com
The Johnstone River Crocodile Farm is owned and operated by Mick & Margaret Tabone who together have over fifty years of experience in managing crocodiles. The farm has 3,500 crocodiles on display, mostly estuarine, ranging in size from 30cm to a huge 5.2metre monster called Gregory. Visitors will be taken on a guided educational tour explaining the breeding, survival and farming of these magnificent reptiles. You can hand feed the kangaroos, wallabies, and different types of bird life. The farm has several cassowaries in a breeding program.
Murdering Point Winery 161 Murdering Point Road Silkwood East Phone: 07 4065 2327 Email:
Website: www.murderingpointwinery.com.au
Break from tradition, and discover a wine tasting experience like never before. The family owned and operated, Murdering Point Winery is a boutique winery situated in the heart of North Queensland’s tropical rainforest belt.
Paronella Park 'The Dream Continues' Japoonvale Road Mena Creek Phone: 07 4065 3225 Email:
Website: www.paronellapark.com.au
Wander through the captivating charm of a lost castle of romantic dreams inspired by spectacular waterfalls and nestled in the lush tranquility of a mysterious rainforest. Experience Paronella Park by day and night on the Dream Continues Tour, Bush Tucker Tour, Baddagun Indigenous Performance or the Darkness Falls Tour.
A Lifetime Of Craftmanship, That is the only way to describe this magnificent collection of timber inlay work by John and Mary Oliveri of Wangan.
The collection has taken at least 50 years to develop and consists of thousands of pieces - each different from all others, yet displaying a common theme - that of using North Queensland rainforest timbers, and displaying them at there most superb.
With your own personal and fully qualified eco tour guide tantalise your senses in the magnificent World Heritage Rainforests of Far North Queensland. Your tour can consist of Lake Eacham, Henrietta Creek, Tchupala Falls, Wallicher Falls, The Boulders, Lacey Creek and Licuala Fan Palm Walk. Be on the look out for many native animals such as the Cassowary, Stripped Possum, Musky Rat Kangaroo and many more.
Jump The Beach day of adventure is packed with 14,000 feet of pure ecstasy.But it doesn’t end there! It’s also a great day out with friends at one of Queensland's unspoilt destinations, beautiful Mission Beach; just south of Cairns, Australia. Our expert instructors guide you out of our plane for a tandem skydive above one of the most beautiful scenes in the world. From over 10 000 feet in the air, you’ll have views of 14 kilometres of golden beaches, lush World Heritage listed rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef and tropical islands.
Quick Cat Dunk Island and Great Barrier Reef Cruises is the quickest cruise to the Outer Barrier Reef and Dunk Island. Cruises depart daily from Clump Point Jetty and includes free airconditioned coach pickups from accommodation in Cairns, northern beaches and Mission Beach, sundeck and airconditioned lounge, licensed bar, lunch, glass bottom boat, and use of snorkel equipment and instruction.
Sea kayaking is an active, fun and eco-friendly way to explore the tropical waters and verdant rainforest of magical Dunk Island. Glide silently over the fringing reef, spot turtles and dolphins from our double kayaks which are safe stable and easy to paddle. Relax on white sandy beaches, snorkel over the fringing reef and enjoy a stroll through the rainforest. Learn about the island and reef ecology as well as aboriginal and pioneering history of the area from your friendly and knowledgeable guide.
Come aboard the 'River Rat' a purpose built vessel, that vallows you to safely watch the wild crocodiles, as you explore the unique eco-system that makes up the Hull River estuary. Help set the traps for the crabs, or sit back and relax as you cruise the river. See crocodiles, sea eagles, kingfishers and more in their natural habitat, learning tales of their existence with the knowledgeable local guide answering any questions you may have.
Tour the beautiful Dunk Island on your very own fun packed, latest model jet ski. their adventures include a guided circumnavigation of the historical and picturesque award winning Dunk Island. Each tour takes approximately 1.5 hrs to complete, giving you the opportunity to explore the islands secluded bays and listen to the fascinating history of Dunk Island and surrounding area provided by your guide.
Jump aboard the Calypso ii a 21 metre purpose built Dive/Snorkel vessel to view the pristene reefs the Great Barrier Reef has to offer. Your tour includes Lunch, Transfers, snorkelling gear and lesson and beautiful inspoilt reefs.
Fishin Mission Fishing Charters runs a boat min 4 - Max 6 passengers of to the beautiful Great Barrier Reef, whether you are someone who wants to go out and do a bit of reef fishing or an experienced angler who would like to do some game fishing, Fission Mission is the charter boat for you. All tackle and bait, Morning tea and biscuits, Lunch, softdrinks, Masks and Fins for snorkeling and catches are gutted and gilled is all included for your day of fishing in beautiful Far North Queensland.
The extensive displays of aboriginal artefacts and history from the early pioneers to the dairy, timber and mining industries of the area is very impressive. Take time to view the historical memorabilia and the comprehensive photographic display.
The Eacham Historical Museum is open daily 10.00am – 12.00 and by appointment.
Displays will take you back to early Aboriginal culture, through the pioneering days and agricultural growth to the technical developments enjoyed today. Visit the Settlers Hut, view a telephone exchange from the 1800's and find out what a motor rail ambulance looks like.
Undara Experience Undara Volcanic Park Savannah Way, via Mt Surprise Phone: 07 4097 1411 Email:
Website: www.undara.com.au
Visit the award winning Undara Volcanic Park on a full day, half day, three day or concentrated two hour tour. Visitors can participate in Undara Walks, campfire entertainment, helicopter scenic flights or cool off in the billabong style swimming pool. Accommodation choices include restored railway carriages, dormitories and camping. Bookings are essential. No domestic pets are allowed.
Mt Uncle Distillery is North Queensland’s only distillery and offers a wide range of award winning liqueurs. Each liqueur extracts the very essence of tropical North Queensland and this essence (Australia’s ONLY 100% Natural and 100% Pure) marks the quality that is endemic to the Mt Uncle brand. Located at Walkamin, Mt Uncle Distillery is open for tasting seven days from 10.00am-5.00pm.
The Australian Coffee Centre Dimbulah Highway Phone: 07 4093 2190 Email:
Website: www.skybury.com.au
Perched on the peak of the Great Dividing Range overlooking Mareeba is Skybury, Australia's oldest coffee plantation and the largest coffee producer. Skybury Coffee, presents the world of coffee to you in an exciting multi-million dollar visitor centre. Try some of their award winning coffee, or join in on one of their daily interactive coffee tours. Open daily from 9am - 5pm.
The Coffee Works 136 Mason St Mareeba, QLD Phone: 07 4092 4101 Website: www.coffeeworks.com.au
Garanteed to captivate and intrigue, Coffee World is the largest and most significant collection of coffee treasures in the world. Presented for your ultimate pleasure and enjoyment at the Coffee Works. Admission to Coffee World includes the ultimate tasting experience & the guided 'tree to cup' tour of 21 coffees, 4 teas, 2 liqueurs and 12 chocolates.
Cairns
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises Reef Fleet Terminal 1 Spence St Cairns Phone: 07 4051 0444 Email:
Website: www.bigcat-cruises.com.au
Whether you want to stay for a whole day or spend only a few hours on Green Island, Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises has a Reef and Island cruise to suit you. There is a range of packages where you can choose to include the many activities on offer or you can take it easy and simply relax on the idyllic sandy beach.
Longest established (1981) 4wd operator for Cape Tribulation Day tours
and Cape York extended safaris. Small personalised tours with
professional guides.
Enjoy a calm water cruise along picturesque Trinity Inlet, conveniently departing from the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns Australia right next to the Great Barrier Reef. Discover the secrets of this unique and special mangrove-lined waterway that is home to a rich and diverse array of wildlife including crocodiles, native birds and over 70 species of fish.
During the day our visitors have numerous opportunities to get up close and personal with some interesting and uniquely Australian animals.At Cairns Tropical Zoo we believe personal interaction creates a special connection between people and animals, encouraging a greater appreciation of wildlife and the need to consserve their habitats.Children and adults alike are intrigued as they explore the many sights, sounds and feelings of this Zoo in the Tropics.
Explore the natural habitat of the Australian estuarine crocodile on our specially constructed vessels. Sightings of these extraordinary reptiles are guaranteed. Safely observe crocodiles, birds, and a wealth of aquatic life, living together in a coastal melaleuca wetland.
Jungle Adventures Cape Tribulation, invites you to join our scientist guides for walks through pristine rainforest surrounded by the World Heritage Listed Daintree Cape Tribulation National Park. Our guides will share their knowledge about tropical plants and animal species; including wildlife and birds unique to the oldest living rainforest on earth.
Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours, zip-line flying fox provides an experience of a lifetime jungle surfing through majestic old growth rainforest, with spectacular views over the Daintree, Cape Tribulation National Park out to the Great Barrier Reef in Tropical North Queensland.
Jungle Treehouse Bed and Breakfast accommodation in the heart of Cape Tribulation is surrounded by the pristine Daintree Rainforest and is the perfect home base to enjoy tyrolean traverse canopy tours, great barrier reef diving tours, 4wd tours, bush walking and birdwatching.
Think of your tour with us as a bush walk on wheels. The Cape Tribulation/Daintree region offers us a spectacular backdrop for this fantastic full day tour.Our 4wd vehicles pick you up and return you to your accommodation in Cairns and Port Douglas. Locally owned and operated.
Enjoy stunning, panoramic views from the comfort of a six-person gondola cabin, as you glide just metres above the rainforest canopy on this amazing 7.5km journey. Explore the forest floor on Skyrail's 175 metre rainforest boardwalk which meanders through the tropical undergrowth taking you past majestic buttress roots, beautiful tree ferns and climbing wait-a-while palms.
Climb aboard our queenair aircraft. Watch the real flying doctor video. See how the service began.
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park P.O Box 816 Smithfield, Cairns, QLD, 4878 Telephone: 07 4042 9999 Email:
Website: www.tjapukai.com.au
Have you ever ........ Thrown a boomerang and watched it come back, sampled bush food, used a woomera to launch a spear or spoken with an indienous Australian about their rich culture? At Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park you can do all of this and more, showcased within their award-winnig attraction situated at the foot of the Barron Gorge National Park, the traditional home of the Tjapukai people.
Heritage Tours offers Cape York 4WD outback adventures to the top of Australia. It's the ideal safari for the adventurer with limited time. there is plenty of opportunities to swim in the pristene waterfalls and rivers. Some of the highlights of the tour include Quinkan Rock Art, Mary Valey Cattle station, Cape York, Lakefield National Park & Twin Falls.
Cardwell
Hinchinbrook Island Ferries 131 Bruce Hwy Cardwell Phone: 07 4066 8270 Email:
Website: www.hinchinbrookresort.com.au
View the protected sanctuaries of dugong and turtle, pristine rainforest, rugged headlands and deserted beaches. Hinchinbrook Island (the World's Largest Island Ntional Park) is a real escape fron the rigours of everyday life. Be amongst the few to marvel at this magical paradise, enjoy spectacular panoramas, walk along wilderness trails, swim in clear tropical waters and soak up the island's unspoilt beauty.
Ingham
Liddles Air Service Hanger 2 Airport Ingham, QLD Telephone: (07) 4776 2030 Fax: (07) 4776 3609 Email:
Website: www.scenicflights.com.au
Sit back and relax and let Liddles Air Service take you on the flight of a lifetime over Ighams magnificent local attractions, such as, Mt Fox ( Worlds youngest extinct volcano), Hinchinbrook Island( Worlds Largest National Park) Victoria Mill ( Biggest Sugar Mill in the Southern Hemisphere), plus other spectacular locations.
Embark upon a journey that will share the Nywaigi peoples 45,000 year old culture, hear stories of 19th cetury clashes between settlers and the Nywaigi people and learn of their vission for the future. View artifacts, experience bush tucker and learn how to throw a boomerang. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the culturally significant Palm Creek Wetlands, home to an array of birds and wildlife including their resident crocodile.
Don't just visit, interact with the animals. At Billabong Sanctuary it is all about animal encounters. Meander through 25 acres and experience a series of unforgettable hands-on adventures between you and Australian native animals.At the all-inclusive wildlife talks, you will learn all about the ecology, the habitats and the unusual characteristics of Australia's unique animals.
The Reef HQ aquaruim is your window to the Great Barrier Reef and we gaurantee you'll love the view. Enjoy an everchanging, always fascinating experience in the world's largest living coral reef aquarium.
Cruise on board 'Seaflight' the Whitsundays' premier day cruise vessel to Knuckle Reef, acclaimed as the region's most spectacular Great Barrier reef site.
