Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
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11 hours 30 minutes
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The only Outback Full-Day Tour! Explore the Chillagoe Caves, Granite Gorge and other gems of the Australian Outback on this full-day tour.
With a naturalist guide, you'll travel by 4WD vehicle through the McAllister Ranges, the Great Dividing Range and the Australian Outback while listening to informative commentary about the region’s wildlife, history and Aboriginal culture. Take a guided tour through the Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park with a local ranger, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife, see historic mining towns, and enjoy morning tea at the local Skybury Coffee Plantation and lunch at a classic Chillagoe Pub during this small-group tour limited to 19 passengers.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear closed-toe shoe and bring a light jacket or sweater in the cooler months (June - August)
A reasonable level of fitness is required, as there are steps and uneven terrain leading into the caves
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger
Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies
Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary
Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats
Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art
Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel)
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Cairns
Pick up by your driver guide from the Cairns area. (Port Douglas and Northern Beaches transfers are available but for an additional cost, please book with reservations before travel)
The heart of one of Australia’s most diverse and richest food bowls Skybury Tropical Plantation has grown the country’s best coffee and tropical fruit for the past 30 years. Enjoy morning tea, with coffee, tea and sweet treats.
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Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
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192 reviews
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This is a long day trip...
Steven T,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a long day trip but worth it. Our guide Rowan was extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the trip, explaining the transition from tropical coast through mountain rainforest to outback territory. The trip starts well with tea and scones at Skybury. Chillagoe Caves are excellent even though there is only time to see a fraction of them. The ex mine and smelter works are very interesting though it is a shame such a scar has been left on the beautiful outback landscape. Balancing rock is amazing then to finish the lovely rock wallabies at Granite Gorge. A very interesting trip.
Interesting day out, away from crowds
Anna B,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour with Rowan into the unknown. Real Australia, far from the popular tourist spots l. Chillagoe Caves tour with ranger Ash was amazing. Coffee plantation and breakfast just right. Lunch at a proper Ausdie outback pub was spot on. Afternoon walks to old copper smelting works, interesting rock formations and to feed Rock Wallabies all lovely. Really diverse. Vehicle much comfier than expected. Really enjoyed all of it. If you want something different, fo this tour.
Great tour, amazing...
Giselle H,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour, amazing sights made fantastic by our friendly and knowledgeable guide & driver Rohan. Highly recommend.
Just do it!
Mark S,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic. Pickup was on time. Rowan the driver and guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable. He tells you about the day up front which was nice. The food stops were great. Then the sights were awesome and feeding the wallabies was simply the best. It’s literally all day but worth it. The cave tour with the park ranger was very unique and he was also very knowledgeable.
Definitely try this tour :)
Louise M,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00it was really good and informative. Our guide Michael was very knowledgable and helpful. I mentioned to him at our first stop that I was vision impaired but would let him know if I needed any assistance and he was super supportive and helpful. Gary the National Parks guide at the caves was also amazing, and I was able to do my own thing without feeling like an invalid or incapable, they were just great. The sights were really interesting, the highlight was definitely the wallabies at granite gorge right at the end of the day in terms of experiences, but also the hike at Balancing Rock was challenging but rewarding. If you are low vision and use a cane with some vision, would definitely recommend this tour.
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