Cairns Waterfalls Tour

Cairns Waterfalls Tour. Seriously Beautiful Waterfalls. Meaningful Connections With Traditional Owners. An amazing day filled with adventure, while exploring some of Australia’s most famous waterfalls and the beautiful rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands and Wooroonooran National Park. This is the perfect way to celebrate the amazing natural beauty of this destination and immerse yourself – literally – in rainforest waters and crater lakes. Spend the day cruising through a landscape that represents Australia’s natural origins, the lush green rainforests of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, with an abundance of rivers and cascading waterfalls. Connect with Traditional Owners, proud descendants of the Yidinji and Mbabaram peoples, to learn more about their rainforest culture at the magnificent Cathedral Fig Tree. Our Cairns waterfalls tour delivers spectacular scenic vistas, a landscape of rugged mountains, steep ravines, winding rivers, ancient trees and not to mention the 2 highest mountains in Queensland. You’ll travel to and from Cairns on our comfortable coaches. Pack your towel and bring your sense of adventure.

A must do for anyone wanting to engage with Traditional Owners on country, experience pristine rainforest, cascading waterfalls, crater lakes and stunning panoramas of Queensland’s highest peaks.

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Priced from ~ $189
Duration ~ Full Day
Minimum Age ~ N/A
Fitness Level ~ Low

RAINFOREST WATERFALLS TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

MEET TRADITIONAL OWNERS

Connect with Traditional Owners, proud descendants of the Yidinji and Mbabaram peoples, to learn more about their rainforest culture at the magnificent Cathedral Fig Tree. They’ll share stories of lived histories passed down through generations and an unbroken connection to country, showing tools and other implements.

CATHEDRAL FIG TREE

The Cathedral Fig Tree is visually breathtaking, from its impressive tangle of roots to its array of branches that reach wide into the canopy, 50m above the forest floor and covered in ferns and vines. This 500 year-old tree is environmentally and culturally significant and your guide will explain more of this, during the 45-minute tour with Traditional Owners.

BABINDA BOULDERS

For the Traditional Owners, the Yidinji tribe, this is a place of legends and love stories. A hauntingly beautiful destination and popular swimming spot, at the foothill of Queensland’s highest mountain.

JOSEPHINE FALLS

Can you ride the natural rock slide? Yes you can! Walk through the rainforest to discover a beautiful cool pool of fresh rainforest water which flows down from above, over smooth boulders.

CRAWFORDS LOOKOUT

Wooroonooran National Park is a diverse landscape dominated by towering mountains, cloaked in thick rainforest. It conceals many rivers and ravines, but you get a glimpse of them at Crawfords Lookout.

MILLAA MILLAA FALLS

Contender for prettiest rainforest waterfall in Australia. Framed by tree ferns, Millaa Millaa cascades over a rock ledge, tumbles past basalt columns and splashes down to a swimming pool below.

LUNCH AT MALANDA

Stop in for lunch and a cool beverage at The Top Rail restaurant and bistro in Malanda. This great little local venue has fresh and tasty meals and there’s even a mechanical bull, if you’re keen to try some skills. (Bull is extra cost).

LAKE EACHAM

Beautiful crater lake that embodies a peacefulness at odds with its ancient volcanic origins. No water flows in or out of Lake Eacham, which is a natural catchment for rainwater. Refresh your spirit with a swim.

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Waterfall Wanderers Tour Rates and Information

Lunch is provided and included: choice of vegetable burger, BLT wrap or chicken schnitzel wrap all served with hot chips. Dietary requirements must be advised at the time of booking. Travel is on a comfortable air-conditioned coach. Pending time restraints, we may stop at the platypus viewing platform at Peterson Creek in Yungaburra. Optional stops are time dependent and at the discretion of the driver on the day. All times and activities are intended as a guide only and are approximate and subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control (i.e. weather/water). Infants and children are welcome, with the following notes regarding ages. Guests 11yrs and younger: Must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian whilst on tour. Guardians can be anyone accompanying the minor who is 18 years or older. Guests 12yrs – 17yrs (inclusive) travelling without a Parent/Guardian: Must meet with the Trip Leader/ Senior Staff Member at the arranged meeting/ pick-up location with their Parent/ Guardian.
If the Trip Leader/ Senior Staff Member deems the minor is unfit/ unsuitable to travel solo, they reserve the right to deny travel. Guests 17yrs and younger: Must have an Indemnity Waiver/ Tour Check-in completed prior to the start of the tour, signed by their Parent/ Guardian. If you have any medical conditions you are worried about, please talk to our friendly team.

Rates and Tour Duration

  • Cairns Transfers
    $189 Adult
  • $149 Child [2-11 Years]
  • $527 Family [2 Adults + 2 Children]
  • Port Douglas Transfers
    $289 Adult
  • $249 Child [2-11 Years]
  • $827 Family [2 Adults + 2 Children]
  • Tour Duration
    10 Hours
  • Rates are Valid to
    31/03/27

Additional Information

  • Infants & Children
    Please note: Infants can sit on parents' lap (no meals included). Children from 2 - 11 years must have their own seat.
  • Includes
    Comfortable Coach Transfers, Tour with Traditional Owners at the Cathedral Fig Tree, Lunch, Interactive Commentary with our Rainforest Guides.
  • Don't Forget
    A sense of adventure and a warm jacket, it can get cold up in the mountains.

Accessibility Information

Companion Cards Holders Welcome

Partially Accessible. Foldable wheelchairs only, with some stairs

All Vision Levels. Carers welcome if needed.

All Hearing Levels. Carers welcome if needed.

Low-Moderate fitness. Approx 3.5kms walking throughout the day.

All Intellectual Levels. Carers welcome if needed.

Pregnant Guests Welcome

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What To Bring

Camera

Hat

Swimwear

Sunscreen

Towel

Smile

Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book this tour today?

Yes. You can book this tour today for a future date. It’s a full day experience with pick-ups commencing from 7.30am. For tours departing today, see these other great Cairns Adventure Group tours:

What should I bring?

Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable walking shoes and a refillable water bottle. A change of clothes is recommended for after the waterfalls. We also suggest you bring a warm jacket, it can get cold in the mountains, especially after swimming.

What should I wear?

You should wear bathers / swimsuit under light sun protective clothing. We suggest avoiding heavy materials such as denim. Comfortable walking shoes are also recommended, noting that access to Josephine Falls involves a 700 metre sealed rainforest walk each way.

What fitness level do I need to have?

This tour is suitable for most fitness levels. There are short, gentle walks to viewing platforms and swimming spots. Guides will support you throughout.

Is this tour suitable for all ages?

Guests of all ages are welcome, including infants and children with the following notes regarding ages.

  • Guests 11yrs and younger: Must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian whilst on tour. Guardians can be anyone accompanying the minor who is 18 years or older.
  • Guests 12yrs – 17yrs (inclusive) travelling without a Parent/Guardian: Must meet with the Trip Leader/ Senior Staff Member at the arranged meeting/ pick-up location with their Parent/ Guardian. If the Trip Leader/ Senior Staff Member deems the minor is unfit/ unsuitable to travel solo, they reserve the right to deny travel.
  • Guests 17yrs and younger: Must have an Indemnity Waiver/ Tour Check-in completed prior to the start of the tour, signed by their Parent/ Guardian.

How long is the tour?

This is a full-day tour with scenic stops at multiple waterfalls in the Atherton Tablelands and rainforest regions. You should allow a full day from pick-up to drop-off. Pick-ups commence at 6.45am.

Is transport included?

Yes. Return transfers from Cairns City and selected Northern Beaches accommodation are included when you choose that option at booking.

Is food included?

Yes, a light morning and afternoon tea is provided and included. This is usually tea, coffee and biscuits. Lunch is provided and included: choice of vegetable burger, BLT wrap or chicken schnitzel wrap all served with hot chips. The lunch menu has options for Vegans and Vegetarians. Dietary requirements must be advised at the time of booking.

Can we swim at the waterfalls?

Yes. There are swim stops at selected locations where you can cool off in designated areas. Always follow guide instructions for safety around water.

What if the weather changes?

Tours operate in most weather conditions. If extreme weather or unsafe conditions occur, we will contact you prior to departure with options to reschedule or discuss alternatives.

Are guides provided?

Yes. Your guide will accompany you throughout the day, offering local insight, safety direction and commentary on the region’s history and features.

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