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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.
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)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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)
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Pickup included
175 reviews
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william f,
Apr 11, 2025
- Viator
Very good tour, our guide Ro was excellent from driving, to talking about all activities very safe at all times.
Mihai I,
Mar 17, 2025
- Viator
Trip was a success, guide was witty and knoledgeble, locations we stopped at were awesome... its worth it for sure
Deborah M,
Mar 12, 2025
- Viator
This was a wonderful excursion. Our tour guide Ro with Billy Tea Safaris was so knowledgeable and entertaining. It was a long day but worth it.
Gerald W,
Mar 9, 2025
- Viator
Andrew was a great guide. Mick at the caves was excellent. To us the guides make the trip. So the travel, extensive, was filled with tales (don't know how tall) of the area and the characters. The Caves are marvelous, a treasure.
Royal K,
Mar 5, 2025
- Viator
Excellent tour. Guide was great, very educational. Cave was different than many we have visited. Seeing the rock wallaby was a real treat!
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Operated by Billy Tea Safaris