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On The Wallaby Overnight

On The Wallaby Overnight
Rainforest Waterfalls, Bike, Hike and Canoe this value packed two days explores the cool tropical tablelands
2 Days/1 Night
Tablelands Adventures

Includes:
Return transfers from Cairns
Fully guided activities
Some meals
Accommodation
All park fees

From $165 P/Person
Valid until 31st March '09

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Scenic Balloon Flight

Scenic Balloon Flight
Raging Thunder will take you up on a magical and exhilarating flight of your life in the world's largest commercial hot air balloon
SCENIC BALLOON FLIGHT
from $165 per person
valid until 31st March '09

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Bandicoot Bicycle Tour

Bandicoot Bicycle Tour
Cycle an easy ride through the most scenic country in Australia!
Recommended by Lonely Planet
BICYCLE ADVENTURE
Includes:
Free city pick up
Lunch
Mountain Bike & Helmet
FROM $99 PER PERSON
Valid 31st March '09

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Wait-a-While
Rainforest & Wildlife Experience
  • Small Groups
  • Departs 2pm, Return Midnight
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EASTERN GREY KANGAROOS
It is difficult to see the rare mammals that are only found in the mountainous rainforests of the wet tropics without the help of an experienced guide who knows their habitat.

Wait-a-While Tours will take you on a stunning scenic drive through lowland to highland Rainforest around Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands. This Rainforest & Wildlife Tour experiences Wildlife in its' natural environment. It is the best tour for seeing the widest range of native plants, mammals, reptiles & birds.

Established in 1982 Wait-a-While has earned the reputation of being the region's best tour operator for true ecologically focused day & night rainforest tours. They specialise in very small groups and each safari is suitable for all people with an interest in wildlife - from a casual interest or hobbyists to scholars/study groups & professionals.

As a Day & Night tour covering various elevations it enables guests to truly experience the full majesty of the Rainforest. The experienced and passionate Guides talk guests through local history, soils, geography, environment, indigenous people, plants & Wildlife. Guides also help guests with spotting Wildlife.

This tour offers the best opportunity to see Lumholtz's Tree Kangaroo and Lemuroid, Green and Herbert River Ringtail Possums along with many other native animals. In the afternoon explore world heritage rainforest and varied birdlife. Look for the smallest and most primitive Kangaroo - The Musky Rat Kangaroo and platypus.

Enjoy dinner at a country restaurant then head to a high altitude misty rugged rainforest area for your spotlighting adventure.

Later relax with a candlelight supper to reflect on what you have seen and heard, returning to Port Douglas with an increased appreciation of the beauty and complexity of rainforest life.

Features:

  • Max. 10 guests, minibus
  • Accommodation pick-up
  • Led by some of Australia's top Rainforest Wildlife Guides
  • Stunning scenic drive through lowland to highland Rainforest around Cairns including Atherton Tablelands
  • Widest selection of birds, reptiles & mammals (Kangaroos, Platypus & rare Possums) - includes endemics
  • Visit relic Rainforest including Cathedral Fig & Crater Lakes
  • Includes afternoon tea, restaurant meal & supper
  • Use of onboard spotting equipment, reference books & spotting lists included
  • Ecotourism Australia NEAP Advanced Ecotourism Accredited

There is a minimum age of 7 years for children.

Departs Cairns daily at 2.00pm and returns at 11.30pm.


GOOD NEWS: All bookings made through Travstar do not incur a credit card surcharge.
 
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 April 2008 until 31 March 2009
  Adult Child Family
Rainforest & Wildlife ex Cairns $187 $163 $650
TERMS
Adult = 15 + Years (May vary depending on company)
Child = 3 -14 Years (May vary depending on company)
Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children
CURRENCY CONVERTER
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES

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A romantic 2 night escape to the charms of Eden House in historic Yungaburra Village

TABLELANDS GETAWAY PACKAGE
From $501 Per Person
(based on 2 persons sharing)

Includes:
2 Nights Accommodation
3 Course dinner
Double Massage
Scenic Balloon Flight

Valid until 31st March 2009

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Undara Lava Lodge

Opera in the Outback
10th & 11th October 2008
Roll out your swag for Australia's most unique, magical outback event

Authentic turn-of the century railway carriages
From $150 per night
valid until 31st March '09

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