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Your Passport to athertontablelands.com.au Welcome! The Atherton Tablelands are a destination to savour, and this is your passport to discovering a taste of what is on offer in this amazing destination. Stunning countryside, spectacular waterfalls and lakes, World Heritage wilderness, world class attractions and unique niche experiences combine to present a holiday destination you’ll fall in love with again and again. Take your taste buds on a tour to delight any gourmet, and challenge yourself to experience something new and different on water, land or even in the air - there’s so much to see and do whatever your age! Food & Wine Trails The Tablelands are the ‘foodbowl of the tropics’ and their tastes and sensations will linger in your memory. This is the only place in Australia which grows all the ingredients for a perfect ‘cuppa’ - sugar, milk, tea and coffee are all produced in the red soils of the region. Buy seasonal produce such as peanuts, potatoes, avocados, macadamias and mangos from the roadside stalls, and enjoy the best cheeses and chocolates, smallgoods and icecream, candy and honey all made by the region’s primary producers. Try the award winning fruit wines, spirits and liqueurs from cellar doors, and take home freshly roasted coffee and tea from Australia’s largest tea estate. Waterfall Circut Natural Attractions The most photographed waterfall in Australia, Nature and its dramatic beauty takes Millaa Millaa Falls, is a fairytale drop surrounded centre stage on the World Heritage-listed by lush rainforest off the Palmerston Highway. Tablelands. Walk the circuits of the beautiful Continue on the Southern waterfalls circuit to volcanic crater lakes of Barrine and Eacham Zillie, Ellinjaa and Mungalli Falls, then swing and picnic on the shores of Lake Tinaroo. past Souita and Pepina Falls and photograph From bushlands to rainforest, the region Australia’s widest waterfall, Millstream Falls. supports a range of habitats and you’ll easily Driving north, there’s the ever popular Malanda discover native wildlife such as rare lemuroid Falls and at Kuranda, the majestic Barron Falls possums, platypus and tree kangaroos. which is terrific year round but at its best Did we mention this is a world renowned during the wet season when the roaring waters birdwatcher’s paradise with over 327 species cascade over the chasm of the Barron Gorge to count? Get up close to nature in all its sending spray hundreds of meters into the air. glory at unique natural phenomena such as Cobbold Gorge and Undara Lava Tubes. Tableland Visitor Centres The Atherton Information Centre Malanda Falls Visitor Information Centre Cnr of Main & Silo Roads, Atherton Malanda Falls Conservation Park, Phone: (07) 4091 4222 or (07) 4091 7394 Malanda-Atherton Road, Malanda www.athertoninformationcentre.com.au Phone: (07) 4096 6957 www.malandafalls.com The Hub Chillagoe 21-23 Queen Street, Chillagoe Mareeba Heritage Museum Phone: (07) 4094 7111 & Visitor Information Centre www.chillagoehub.com.au 345 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 5674 Herberton Mining Museum www.mareebaheritagecentre.com.au & Visitor Information Centre 1 Jacks Road, Herberton Ravenshoe Visitor Centre Phone: (07) 4096 3474 24 Moore Street, Ravenshoe athertontablelands.com.au www.herbertonvisitorcentre.com.au Phone: (07) 4097 7700 www.ravenshoevisitorcentre.com.au Kuranda Visitor Information Centre Therwine Street, Kuranda Yungaburra Visitor Information Centre Phone: (07) 4093 9311 Maude Kehoe Park, Yungaburra www.kuranda.org Phone: (07) 4095 2416 www.yungaburra.com Kuranda Legend Mareeba Cairns To Chillagoe 1 Nerada Tea Visitor Centre 2 Undara Experience Walkamin Gordonvale 3 Mamu Rainforest Tinaroo Dam Canopy Walkway Tinaroo 10 Gillies 4 The Crystal Caves Tolga Kairi Range 11 5 Lake Barrine Food & Wine Trails Atherton 4 7 9 Yungaburra Lake Eacham 6 Rose Gums 6 Wilderness Retreat Herberton Malanda 7 Eden House 1 8 Canopy Treehouses Tarzali 8 Babinda Waterfall Circuit 9 Bushland Cottages & Lodge Kaban Millaa Millaa 10 Tinaroo Lake Resort Tumoulin Innisfail 11 Atherton Rainforest To Gulf Savannah Palmerston Motor Inn & Undara Experience Ravenshoe 3 Highway 2 Nerada Tea Visitor Centre Nerada Tea, located near Malanda on the Cairns Highlands, is Australia’s largest grower and producer of tea. 10% off Tour. 10% off Visitors to the Nerada Tea Estate are invited to discover the Nerada Tea experience which is designed to showcase the fascinating story of tea not only in Australia but why it is one of the most popular beverages consumed around the world. Phone: (07) 40968328 www.neradatea.com.au SPECIAL OFFER SPECIAL OFFER MaMu Rainforest Canopy Walkway The elevated walkway weaves for 350m through the canopy of World Heritage rainforest in the heart of the Wet Tropics, 90 minutes south of Cairns. The 10m cantilever reaches towards the edge of the North Johnstone River gorge and the 37m observation tower emerges high above the canopy, offering sweeping views over a pristine landscape, homeland of the Mamu Aboriginal people. A “green attraction” in every sense, the walkway was built utilising natural cyclone clearings in the rainforest, off entry price. and the decking is made from recycled 10% Discount plastic. It is accessible for mobility and vision impaired visitors. Mamu truly is a rainforest walk with altitude! Phone: (07) 4064 5294 www.derm.qld.gov.au/mamu Undara Experience Multi-award winning Undara Experience is 275 kms South West of Cairns in the Gulf Savannah. Highly trained Savannah Guides Stay one night Stay and get one free. unlock the secrets of the world- renowned Undara Lava Tubes. A range of accomodation, including refurbished Railway Carriages, is available and packages include Bush Breakfast. Home of the famous Opera in the Outback. Phone: 1800 990 992 www.undara.com.au SPECIAL OFFER SPECIAL OFFER The Crystal Caves Natural crystal formations and real fossils displayed in a spectacular underground fantasy world. The magnificent Empress of Uruguay is the biggest and most beautiful Amethyst geode in the world, standing 3.5 metres high and weighing 2.7 tons, just one of the 600 special exhibits on display. Wonderful gift Gemstone Free with every ticket. jewellery, gemstones, crystals and fossils in the Gift Shop above. Phone: (07) 4091 2365 www.crystalcaves.com.au Food Trail Tours Food Trail Tours operate a gourmet tour from Cairns, visiting local food producers and processors, all whilst exploring the lush rainforest, rolling hills and flat plains of the Atherton Tableland. Meet the locals, hear their fascinating stories and taste the Receive a selectionReceive of boutique Nerada teas. boutique Nerada region’s excellent food and wine. The tour provides tropical fruit wine tastings, visits coffee and macadamia plantations, plus a cheese and chocolate factory. The tour also takes you to giant rainforest trees and the amazing Lake Barrine. As everything is included, you only need yourself, your camera and an adventurous palate. Phone: (07) 4041 1522 www.foodtrailtours.com.au SPECIAL OFFER Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Luxury private pole and timber treehouses featuring spa-baths and fireplaces in the Cairns Highlands adjoining World Heritage listed Wooroonooran National Park with spectacular views of Mt Bartle Frere, Queenslands highest mountain. This award winning eco-tourist accredited retreat with its own rainforest streams, waterfall and bushwalks is an ideal getaway for couples and families. Phone: (07) 40968360 www.rosegums.com.au Mention this promotion when you book 3 nights or more to receive an extra night free! Eden House - Retreat & Mountain Spa Offers secluded, luxury accommodation in the heart of historic Yungaburra Village. Featuring a Dining Room offering fresh, local country style cuisine and the region’s leading Day Spa, it is the ideal retreat to relax and indulge. Escape to Eden House Phone: (07) 4089 7000 www.edenhouse.com.au Book two nights accommodation and receive a FREE three course dinner for one guest when purchasing another three course dinner. This voucher must be presented to claim your discount. Canopy Treehouses Purpose designed for comfort in the wilderness, our luxury timber and glass treehouses are perched high in the rainforest canopy on the banks of the flowing Ithaca River. Positioned for complete privacy each Treehouse has king beds, a double spa, a wood fireplace, fully self-contained kitchen, and a balcony with a BBQ and hammock. Totally secluded, a spectacular retreat from the everyday. Phone: (07) 4096 5364 www.canopytreehouses.com.au Mention this promotion when you book 3 nights or more to receive an extra night free! Bushland Cottages & Lodge Self catered accommodation, set in peaceful forest surroundings, 100m from Yungaburra historical village, offering fine dining and shops. Bordering Peterson Creek, home to the platypus; the rare Lumholtz-tree kangaroo. Centrally located to the Atherton Tablelands attractions: crater lakes, rainforest, waterfalls, bird watching, charming country towns. Phone: 0417 646 088 www.bushcottages.com.au Mention the Discover Passport and receive a 5% discount of your stay with us. Tinaroo Lake Resort If you love your water sports or need a luxury weekend getaway, Tinaroo Lake Resort is just perfect! Tinaroo Lake Resort is located on a peninsula surrounded by Lake Tinaroo. With magnificent views over Lake Tinaroo from all apartments, the resort offers the best resort style accommodation available on the Atherton Tablelands. Phone: (07) 4095 8912 www.tinarooresort.com.au 5 nights for the price of 3 or 7 nights for the price of 4. Subject to availability, advance bookings essential. Atherton Rainforest Motor Inn Nestled behind the Tolga Rainforest Motel is set on 5 acres of lawn and gardens which overlooks the rainforest. The Atherton Rainforest motor Inn is a magnificent setting for wedding ceremonies, garden receptions and a peaceful place to relax and stay while enjoying the Tablelands. Phone: (07) 4095 4141 www.rainforestmotorinn.com.au Value add 10% off accommodation and meals when booking direct.