Cairns: Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail

Uncover cultural and natural wonders on this Cairns adventure! Explore Cattana Wetlands & Barron Falls, enjoy lunch at Skybury coffee plantation and a Skyrail journey through the rainforest to finish!
First stop is the Cattana Wetlands, for a guided walk through the heart of a preserved feather palm forest and past picturesque Jabiru Lake. Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of this unique landscape, as you gain valuable insights into the distinctive plant and animal life that inhabit this remarkable wetland ecosystem.

Next on the itinerary is an exclusive Make Travel Matter® experience. Visit the beautiful Barron Falls, locally known as Din Din. Changing with the seasons, this magnificent waterfall holds profound significance to the Djabugay Aboriginal People. This experience goes beyond the surface, as we receive a warm welcome from a Djabugay cultural guide who will enlighten us about the spiritual and historical importance of the falls in their rich heritage.

Skybury - Australia's oldest coffee plantation and largest papaya grower - is our destination for lunch. After a tasty meal, enjoy stunning views from the deck overlooking the Atherton Tablelands, as you sample the wonderful locally grown coffee!

Travelling on through the Tablelands rich farming area we arriver at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery where you can delight your tastebuds with a cup of 4 different ice cream flavours, proudly produced on site.

In the afternoon you’ll board the famous Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and journey over and through the World Heritage Listed rainforest. You will have a bird's eye view of the rainforest canopy from the gondola and breathtaking views over the lush rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Take the opportunity to visit The Edge lookout - one of two enroute stops - for spectacular views of the Barron Falls.

At Skyrail’s Smithfield terminal meet your coach for return journey to Cairns.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.