Atherton Tablelands Waterfalls Tour from Cairns

Explore the Atherton Tablelands on an 11-hour guided day tour from Cairns, with scenic rainforest stops, waterfalls, a volcanic crater lake, and a buffet lunch at Mungalli Falls.

Getting started

Your day begins with pickup from Cairns or the Northern Beaches. Board your air-conditioned coach, meet your live guide, and settle in for the journey through the scenic Gillies Highway towards the Atherton Tablelands. Games and puzzles are available during the ride to keep you entertained between stops.

What to expect

• Connect with local culture: Visit the Cathedral Fig Tree, a 500-year-old strangler fig, and learn about the culture and traditions of the Yidinji and Mbabaram people, the traditional Owners of the area.

• Swim at Lake Eacham: Head to this tranquil lake inside a dormant volcanic crater, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim surrounded by rainforest.

• Visit Millaa Millaa Falls: Explore the Wet Tropics World Heritage-listed rainforest and see the iconic Millaa Millaa Falls, one of Australia's most photographed waterfalls.

• Enjoy lunch at Mungalli Falls: Stop for a buffet lunch at Mungalli Falls, giving you time to refuel and relax amid the surrounding scenery.

• Experience Josephine Falls: Continue to Josephine Falls for the chance to ride its natural rock slide, fed by fresh rainforest water.

• Explore Babinda Boulders: Finish the sightseeing portion of your day at the picturesque Babinda Boulders. Hear Aboriginal stories from your guide and, if you wish, take an optional bush walk through the surrounding landscape.

• Refresh with afternoon tea: Enjoy afternoon tea before settling back into the coach for the return journey.

Wrapping up

After your final stop at Babinda Boulders, relax on the return journey to Cairns or the Northern Beaches. With transfers, refreshments, lunch, and a full day of guided sightseeing included, you can enjoy the Atherton Tablelands without having to plan the route yourself.