How incredible are all the waterfalls after the rains of this wet season? This month we are absolutely in love with all the lush gorges and views the Atherton Tablelands have to offer. Thank you all for #hashtagging us! Tag @athertontablelands or #athertontablelands to allow us to repost your images as well. Tarzali Rainbows Image by @rodpaynephotography Walsh’s Pyramid Image by @goldykilner Wallaman Falls Image by @goldykilner …
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Bird Watching on the Atherton Tablelands
Bird watching on the Atherton Tablelands is nirvana for twitchers. It’s not just the sheer variety of birds but the numbers they flock in. Here are some of the best places to admire them: Julatten is the hub of bird watching in Tropical North Queensland. More than 220 species of birds are found here and many of the cottages, B&Bs …
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February Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
This month brought back the sun and we were all loving it! There were sunday fundays, jungle strolls, motorbike tours, Skyrail trips, waterfall chasing, scenic train trips and sunset magic, all across the Atherton Tablelands. Thank you all for #hashtagging us! Tag @athertontablelands or #athertontablelands to allow us to repost your images as well. Mount Hypipamee National Park Image by @kaleighhb Sunset at Lake Tinaroo …
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Loving it up on the Atherton Tablelands
Wildlife lodges Wildlife lodges are dotted around the Atherton Tablelands offering privacy in a romantic rainforest setting. Think gourmet food, a bottle of wine to sip overlooking stunning views and the peace and quiet to concentrate on love. Bring some rose petals to scatter – or hibiscus for tropical décor. Declare your love under the stars, in a big, bubbly …
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The Top 5 Picnic Spots on the Atherton Tablelands
Lake Eacham This beautiful crater lake is a picnicker’s paradise. The large grass area on the lake front gives stunning views of the water and is the perfect spot to settle down on a rug, unpack the hamper and relax. There’s lots of picnic tables if you would prefer and day use barbecues. If you are feeling more active there’s …
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January Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
Valentine’s Day is coming up so we couldn’t help but think of romantic getaways. Luckily, the Atherton Tablelands offer plenty of possibilities plus more for anyone who is traveling solo or road tripping with friends instead. Whether you want to just splash around with mates, or get cozy in a natural infinity pool, pop the question while flying across the …
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Unique animals of the Atherton Tablelands
To see them get out in the bush or outback on your own, particularly at night with a torch (as many are nocturnal), stay in a wilderness lodge or take a guided tour with a wildlife guide. Here is the best place in Australia to see many of these rare or native animals in their own backyard. It’s a truly …
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4 Freshwater streams to dip your toes in
Davies Creek Davies Creek has its own national park and there are plenty of places to test the cool waters in this granite gorge. There are lots of small rock pools for kids and big boulders to climb over or just rest on top of in this scenic hot spot. If you are feeling energetic, a scramble over some of …
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December Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
Another year is coming to it’s end, and up here in Tropical North Queensland, we had plenty of water to wash away the old and make space for the new. And since there is nothing that feels better than a refreshing dip in clear waters after endless days of heat, our most favourite photos of your Atherton Tablelands adventures this …
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Entertain Holiday Guests with these Atherton Tableland Adventures
Tops in Queensland… Climbing Queensland’s Mount Bartle Frere will make you the state’s highest person. At 1622 metres Bartle Free is the tallest peak in Queensland and one of the hardest to climb. This adventure is only for the most meticulous with above average climbing skills and fitness. Best to plan two days of climbing for safety’s sake. It’s steep, …
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