Shire of Atherton Travel Guide

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A simple setup at Platypus on the shores of Lake Tinaroo near Tolga on Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. A chair and two camp tables as combination camp kitchen and office, then a hammock tied between the Landy's roll bar and a big old beautiful kauri pine tree - a work of art with the backdrop of Lake Tinaroo as the canvas.
A simple setup at Platypus on the shores of Lake Tinaroo near Tolga on Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. A chair and two camp tables as combination camp kitchen and office, then a hammock tied between the Landy's roll bar and a big old beautiful kauri pine tree - a work of art with the backdrop of Lake Tinaroo as the canvas.
The impressive "Curtain Fig Tree" at Yungaburra in the Atherton Tablelands of North Queensland. It has aerial roots which drop 15 metres to the ground. Cool huh?
Dinner Falls is a lot less popular than some of the other waterfalls on the Tablelands, and the fact that there are a variety of plunge pools means you're guaranteed to get a spot all to yourself! #waterlust

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The oldest tree in OZ. The photo cannot describe how large it is. Hidden away in the Tablelands rainforest, it is worth the trip.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$209 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$209
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The room was extremely clean and fresh. The staff were exceptionally helpful and pleasant. The buffet breakfast offered me what I needed with vegan, gluten-free options and the food was thoroughly delightful. I highly recommend this hotel for your Cairns stays.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is NZ$144 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$144
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Clean and spacious

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$263 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$263
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was very clean. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We loved the pool area too

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tinaroo Lake Resort

Tinaroo Lake Resort

4.5 out of 5
29 Palm Street Tinaroo QLD
Stay at this luxury apartment in Tinaroo. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
Wonderful place

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Tinaroo Lake Resort
Park your boat on the dock and enjoy the sunsets

Park your boat on the dock and enjoy the sunsets

Barrine QLD
Stay at this holiday home in Barrine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Artistree Gallery and Curtain Fig National Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Super happy with the location .. host was more then helpful.. no issues at all

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Park your boat on the dock and enjoy the sunsets
Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park

2 out of 5
4-28 Tinaroo Falls Dam Road Tinaroo QLD
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Tinaroo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Tinaroo Dam and Danbulla National Park are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (106 reviews)
We had a lovely stay, it’s peaceful and the unit is clean. It’s a perfect getaway to recharge and have a good break. We ill definitely go back.

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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