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*Spa Bath*Wood burning fireplace
*Walking tracks
*Rainforest creeks
*Abundant wildlife
Stay between now and 30/June/2019
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Atherton Tablelands Accommodation
The Atherton Tablelands is full of character, with quaint villages set amongst rolling hills, pockets of rainforest and waterfalls galore. Birdlife and wildlife abound, and with a cooler climate, the Atherton Tablelands make for a welcome break away from the humidity of the Cairns coastline.
Family Friendly
The Atherton Tablelands makes for a fun family destination, with a diverse range of natural attractions to visit there are plenty of outdoor activities and adventures to keep all the family entertained. The Atherton Tablelands is pure, simple family fun. Go Barra fishing on Lake Tinaroo, spot Platypus at Petersons Creek in Yungaburra, say hello to the cows at Gallo's Dairy, walk above the trees on the spectacular Mamu Canopy Walk, step back in time at the Herberton Historic Village, or enjoy family fun at the popular Yungaburra Markets. There is plenty of unique and interesting accommodation to choose from on the Tablelands so you can base yourself ready to take in all the adventures!
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Family Adventures on the Tablelands
Lake Tinaroo
Lake Tinaroo is a popular tourist and recreation spot with over 200 kilometres of shoreline. Since the 1950s Lake Tinaroo has become the region’s draw card for water sports, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. Popular recreation activities include fishing, sailing, waterskiing, swimming, canoeing and wind surfing. There are a number of short walks to choose from and picnic and day-use areas.
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Accommodation at Lake Tinaroo
Outback
From the reef to the rainforest and then the outback - North Queensland is as diverse as it gets...Beyond the Atherton Tablelands opens a up a whole new array of landscapes as you enter into the Gulf Savannah Region. Located just west of Ravenshoe in the Atherton Tableland, the Gulf Savannah extends across Queensland to the Northern Territory, and north towards the Gulf of Carpentaria and the Cape York Peninsula. The vast plains and wide open spaces are a spectacular sight, comprising of miles upon miles of quintessential Australian bushland, eucalypt forests, arid grasslands and wide open spaces. Wildlife abounds and the sunsets are amazing. With unique geological formations, the Gulf Savannah has one of the most unique landscapes in the world.
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Outback experience - places to stay
Rainforest Retreats
The Atherton Tablelands is like a box of chocolates - with a rich assortment of landscapes there are many treasures that will delight. From extinct volcanoes to crater lakes, dry bushland to green rolling hills, waterfalls and gorges the list goes on...and amongst all of this, you will also find tucked away some special pockets of ancient rainforest. Cute cabins make for a gorgeous stay especially during the winter months when you can warm up beside a wood burning fireplace. Our favourites include Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat, Crater Lakes Cottages and Mount Quincan. Each property is situated amongst a unique and very special environment.
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Cute Cabins & Rainforest Retreats
Yungaburra
Established in 1890, Yungaburra is a charming little village best known for its heritage-listed buildings that have remained in their original glory since 1910. The beautiful township has plenty of character with interesting cafes, restaurants, boutiques, bookshops, craft and a day spa or two, which makes for a lovely day out. A pleasant stroll through the heart of Yungaburra will bring you to Peterson Creek and the platypus viewing area. Here you might be lucky enough to catch a sighting of the elusive platypus in their own natural environment. Although the best viewing times are morning and dusk, it’s worthwhile stopping for a look at any time of day, as many sightings have occured during daylight hours.
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Yungaburra Accommodation - For a romantic weekend or some outdoor adventures
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