Cairns Paronella Park Herberton and Wild life Tour

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Cairns Paronella Park Herberton and Wild life Tour

By Infinity Fun Travel Pty Ltd

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Overview

Embark on a full-day adventure from Cairns, exploring Queensland’s historic gems and unique wildlife encounters.

Start your day at 8 a.m. with a journey to Paronella Park, Queensland’s first and only castle. Built in the 1930s by José Paronella, this architectural marvel is set amidst lush gardens, waterfalls, and historical ruins, offering a glimpse into the past.

Next, travel to the Historic Village Herberton, an open-air museum showcasing Queensland’s pioneering era. With over 60 restored buildings, including shops, banks, and war memorabilia, this village provides a captivating look into Australia’s early days.

Wrap up the experience with a visit to Granite Gorge, home to the adorable Mareeba Rock Wallabies. Hand-feed these rare and friendly creatures in their natural habitat while enjoying the picturesque surroundings.

Led by a local expert guide, this small-group tour (up to six people) ensures a fun, relaxed, and immersive experience.

Activity location

Paronella Park
- 1671 Japoonvale Rd
- 4871, Mena Creek, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Paronella Park
- 1671 Japoonvale Rd
- 4871, Mena Creek, Queensland, Australia

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What's included, what's not

Guided tour(English or Chinese)
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Lunch
Admission

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
infant/Child car seat provide upon request only. fees apply

Activity itinerary

Paronella Park

1h 30m
Admission ticket not included

Step back in time and be amazed by the ingenuity and determination shown by one man with a dream. Paronella Park today is a celebration of the Paronella family's achievements, particularly those of its founder, José Paronella. On arrival, our guests are taken through the many highlights of the Park on a 45-minute storytelling tour. This tour sets the scene for the rest of your visit. Paronella Park has something for everyone. Fantastic photo opportunities, remarkable architecture, an incredible storey, 5ha of tropical gardens, a fully restored and operational 1930's hydroelectric generator, wildlife and fish feeding, a boutique caravan and camping grounds, a café with fresh local produce and much more.

Historic Village Herberton

2h
Admission ticket not included

Set on 16 acres, the Historic Village Herberton is a tin mining town with shops, pubs, banks, chemists, grocer, printer, and garage. More than 50 restored period buildings are making this outdoor museum the most significant in Queensland. The Historic Village Herberton is an outdoor museum presenting the storey of Australia’s pioneering past. Its particular focus is on the tin-mining town of Herberton, which is its home. Herberton is the oldest town on the Tablelands, established in 1880 on the back of a tin mining boom. The Historic Village pays homage to this era when mining dominated the mineral-rich mountains of the Atherton Tablelands. It has a strong interest in turn of the century machinery and small engines, transport, fashion, pharmaceuticals, motor vehicles, and war memorabilia. Priceless Australian collections from grocery items and tobacco to treasured dolls and toys also feature prominently throughout the museum.

Granite Gorge Nature Park

30m
Admission ticket not included

Hand feed a wild colony of Mareeba Rock Wallabies first identified as a rare new species at the Gorge in 1996

Location

Activity location

Paronella Park
- 1671 Japoonvale Rd
- 4871, Mena Creek, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Paronella Park
- 1671 Japoonvale Rd
- 4871, Mena Creek, Queensland, Australia

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