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Waterfalls, Wetlands and Skyrail

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Waterfalls, Wetlands and Skyrail - Cairns

Tuesday 29 July 2025

Waterfalls, Wetlands and Skyrail - Cairns

Tuesday 29 July 2025

Waterfalls, Wetlands and Skyrail

Discover the wonders of nature with a guided, all-inclusive experience. Begin the journey by exploring the Cattana Wetlands’ Environmental Park, where you can immerse yourself in the tranquility of the feather palm forest and gain insight into the unique wetland ecosystem.
Visit the majestic Barron Falls for a one-of-a-kind moment. Here, a Djabugay Cultural Guide will extend a warm welcome, offering a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of the area.

For lunch savor the flavors at Skybury Coffee Plantation, known for its exquisite local produce. The adventure continues with a sweet stop at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery, where you can enjoy refreshing treats.
Conclude the day with a breathtaking experience on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. This iconic journey glides over and through the UNESCO World Heritage Listed rainforest, providing a unique perspective of the ancient landscape.

Discover the wonders of nature with a guided, all-inclusive experience. Begin the journey by exploring the Cattana Wetlands’ Environmental Park, where you can immerse yourself in the tranquility of the feather palm forest and gain insight into the unique wetland ecosystem.
Visit the majestic Barron Falls for a one-of-a-kind moment. Here, a Djabugay Cultural Guide will extend a warm welcome, offering a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of the area.

For lunch savor the flavors at Skybury Coffee Plantation, known for its exquisite local produce. The adventure continues with a sweet stop at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery, where you can enjoy refreshing treats.
Conclude the day with a breathtaking experience on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. This iconic journey glides over and through the UNESCO World Heritage Listed rainforest, providing a unique perspective of the ancient landscape.

About this Excursion

Duration:

9.5 HOURS

Food & Beverages:

seasonal lunch at Skybury Coffee Plantation, coffee and liquor tasting presentation, ice cream tasting

Activity Level:

Moderate

Duration:

9.5 HOURS

Food & Beverages:

seasonal lunch at Skybury Coffee Plantation, coffee and liquor tasting presentation, ice cream tasting

Activity Level:

Moderate

Itinerary

Depart Cairns, scenic coach ride to Smithfield – 30-minute journey

Explore Cattana Wetland – 2:30-hour visit

Visit Barron Falls – 1:45-hour visit

Tour Skybury Coffee Plantation and Lunch – 2:30-hour visit

Continue to Emerald Creek Ice Creamery – 15-minute visit

Skyrail Cableway back to Cairns – 1:30-hour journey

Return to the Hotel – 30-minute return trip

Gallery

PLEASE NOTE:

You will need to make your own way to the departure point for this excursion. Closer to the date of departure, we will notify you of the departure point which will be located in ‘central’ Cairns.

Cattana Wetlands’ Park

Day Trip to Adelaide

Wednesday 30 July - Departs 9:30 AM / Returns 17:00 PM

The Barossa is in South Australia, about 70km north-east of Adelaide, the state’s capital city.   Your trip will include a visit of the city centre, The State Library of South Australia and lunch at a local wine bar and kitchen. 

The State Library is the information heart of South Australia, located in the North Terrace Cultural Precinct.  You will have the opportunity to explore all three buildings: the award-winning contemporary Catherine Helen Spence Wing with its iconic glass foyer, the Mortlock Wing with its 19th century Victorian splendour, and the 1861 heritage listed Institute Building.

Sweeping stadium views, stylish bar and lounge, premium menu and extensive wine list.  Bespoke Wine Bar & Kitchen is one of Adelaide’s most impressive dining experiences.

Extending across level three of Oval Hotel and into the iconic Adelaide Oval, Bespoke’s unique setting makes a stunning backdrop lunch.

Executive Chef Daniel Simpson’s modern Australian menu brings bold flavours to life through fresh, seasonal produce.  Two drinks are included, and you may choose from house wine, beer or a soft drink.

After lunch you will be transferred to the North Terrace, Adelaide city where you can choose to spend your time either at Rundle Mall, The Art Gallery of South Australia or South Australian Museum.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  We have been advised that the carpet is being replaced in the Mortlock Chamber (section of the library) and we are now unable to conduct tours through this section during July so we will amend the Private tour of the State Library slightly and now include access to the basement (old & rare artifacts storage) which is an area of the library usually inaccessible to the public. 

 

Private 60 minute tour of State Library of South Australia | 30 July 2025 – 11:00am

Guests will have the opportunity to explore one of South Australia’s great institutions and take a look behind the shelves. An expert librarian will take you on a walk sharing stories of how the State Library began. Your experience starts at the historic Adelaide Circulating Library to learn the history of the building. By 1861, the collection of books held there was to became the first public library in South Australia. The Adelaide Circulating Library has been used in the past as a backdrop to several movies including Shine and Gallipoli. Continue your way to the basement to see some of the interesting old & rare artifacts housed in the library. Discover how the state’s most important treasures are maintained in the state-of-the-art storage and how the preservations team cares for the collection. 

Legends that have joined us on previous experiences