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Kuranda Army Duck Experience
KURANDA ARMY DUCK EXPERIENCE
Experience the Skyrail, The "World Famous" Kuranda Scenic Rail and the Army Duck all in one day!!
* Return Hotel transfers
* Famous Skyrail
* Kuranda Scenic Rail
* Free time in Kuranda
* Rainforestation Army Duck
Only $155.00 Per Adult
Travel between now and 31/March/2013

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Barron River Rafting - FF
Barron River Rafting
'Natures Theme Park'
Half day afternoon, 2 hours of white water rafting. No experience necessary. Up to Grade 3 rapids. Minimum age 12.
Only $129 per person
including hotel transfer and levies
Travel between now and 30/May/2012

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Billy Tea Bush Safaris
BILLY TEA SAFARIS
Visit where the "Rainforest meets the Reef"
* Small & Personalised groups
* Cape Trib & Daintree Rainforest
* 4WD the Bloomfield Track
* Daintree Croc Cruise

From $185 p/a
Travel between now and 31/March/2013

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Big Cat Green Island Trip
Green Island Tropical and Enchanting Green Island, only 1 hour off the coast of Cairns
* Full day and half Day options
* Choice of Glass Bottom OR Snorkel Equipment
* Flexible departures
* FREE family fun options available
From $79.00 /Adult
Hotel transfers at extra cost
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SilverSonic
Quicksilver Silversonic
From $201 p/a
* Includes 3 Outer Reef Locations
* Ultra Modern Vessel
* Small Passenger Numbers
* Snorkel Equipment inc
* Intro / Cert dive available
* Rate includes $6 EMC p/a
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Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
Hartleys Creek
The only place in FNQ to see Crocodiles
* World Famous Croc Attack Show
* Hartleys Lagoon Croc Cruise
*  Return Palm Cove Transfers
* 1/2 & Full day available
* Must See Show!!!
Only $174 per Family
* Family based on 2A, 2ch 0-14yrs
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Down Under Heli
FLY/CRUISE 1/2 DAY TOUR
-Visit 2 reef destinations
-5 hours at the Reef
-Snorkelling equipment
-Glass bottom boat tour
-BBQ Lunch inc. prawns
-25 min scenic helicopter flight from Cairns over Reef and Sand Cays
ONLY $319pp
* Includes $20 EMC p/p
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Cairns Discovery Tours
Cairns Discovery Tours
So much more than just a City Tour
Only $70 per adult
* Personalised Half day tour
* City hightlights
* Local flora and fauna
* Delicious afternoon tea
* Cairns best scenic lookouts
* Inclu. Palm Cove transfers
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Hot Air Ballooning
A Beautiful way to start your day!!!
Hot Air Ballooning
* 30 Minute Hot Air Balloon Ride
* Return hotel transfers included
Only $235 per adult
Inc $30.00 p/p Balloon Levy
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Daintree Walkabout
Daintree Walkabout takes you through ancient rainforests and back to the Dreamtime with the local Kuku Yalanji tribe.
From $170 per adult
* Includes Palm Cove Transfers
* Lunch at Silky Oaks Resort
* Tropical Fruit Tasting
* Croc Spotting on Daintree River
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Northern Experience - Palm Cove

Northern Experience

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Famous Paronella Park, Rainforest & Waterfalls Day
  • Atherton Tablelands & Waterfalls
  • Lake Cruise, Paronella Park
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ATHERTON TABLELANDS

Northern Experience Eco Tours offer small group personalised tours through the World Heritage Rainforest, Waterfalls, Lakes & Wildlife areas of the Southern Atherton Tablelands.

The Atherton Tablelands, rich in Rainforest, Waterfalls, Agriculture, Wildlife, extinct Volcanic Crater lakes with a history reaching back 420 million years and 62 eruption sites uncovered. Today it is one of the most beautiful natural areas of Australia.

Sir David Attenborough described this area as "A portrait of Australia's Garden of Eden".

Tour Option A Features:

  • 7:30am to 6:00pm
  • Informative Guided Tour
  • Small, personalised groups
  • Lunch at Paronella Park
  • Devonshire Morning Tea
  • Light Afternoon Tea
  • Volcanic Crater Lake Barrine
  • Wildlife cruise
  • Amazing Curtain Fig Tree
  • Waterfalls
  • World Heritage Rainforest
  • Quaint Country Towns
  • Unique Wildlife
  • Paronella Park
  • Wooroonooran National Park

Your day begins departing Cairns to the awe inspiring Spanish Castle Historic Ruin in the rainforest - Paronella Park. Here you will have ample time to explore this amazing tourist attraction. From a guided tour of the Castles in the rainforest to the Tunnel of Love through to the beautiful Theresa falls, this area has a lot to offer including the Mena Creek Falls.

From here you ascend via Sugar and banana plantations into the World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfalls area in the Southern Atherton Tablelands .

Next stop is the World Famous Millaa Millaa Falls (Aboriginal for "plenty water" ) for a photo opportunity of this picturesque waterfall. Then Venturing further along the mountains through quaint villages to the giant Curtain Fig Tree. With a height of 50 meters and a base circumference of 39 meters this rainforest giant is sure to amaze.

Your last stop on the Tablelands is to the volcanic crater Lake Barrine for the "Rainforest - Wildlife Cruise" (option) and a nature walk to the 1000 y.o. Kauri Pines, before arriving back in Cairns after an unforgettable day!

This is a informative and fun day out, suitable for all ages.

Tour Options :

OPTION A
Fully inclusive Tour with Morning tea, Lunch, Wildlife Cruise and Afternoon tea. (see rates table)

OPTION B
Tour, Morning and Afternoon Tea & Lunch. (see rates table)

OPTION C
Tour & Afternoon Tea only. (see rates table)

Pensioner rates available.  (see rates table)

Please Note: If choosing OPTION C, a pie can be purchased from Paronella Park for around $5.

 
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013
One Day Tablelands Safari Adult Child Family
Option C $110.00 $82.00 $368.00
Option B $127.00 $88.00 $414.00
Fully Inclusive- Option A Pensioner $140.00 n/a n/a
Fully Inclusive- Option A $145.00 $95.00 $460.00
TERMS
Child Age = 4-14 years
Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children
CURRENCY CONVERTER
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES

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Kuranda Army Duck Experience

KURANDA ARMY DUCK EXPERIENCE
Experience the Skyrail, The "World Famous" Kuranda Scenic Rail and the Army Duck all in one day!!
* Return Hotel transfers
* Famous Skyrail
* Kuranda Scenic Rail
* Free time in Kuranda
* Rainforestation Army Duck

Only $155.00 Per Adult

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2 Day Package - Option 5

2 Day Reef, Kuranda Train & Skyrail Combo
* Osprey V Reef Cruise
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Snorkelling Gear & lunch
* Kuranda Train & Skyrail

from $233 inc. EMC

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Paradise Palms Tropical Escape

Paradise Palms Tropical Escape
3 Nights at Paradise Palms
* Wavedancer Low Isles 
* Kuranda Train & Skyrail
* Tours including transfers
Bonus Mini Golf/person

FROM $512 PER PERSON
UNBEATABLE!
SAVE $314

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Island Views

Island Views is perfect for a family.  These spacious apartments are the most luxurious in Palm Cove.  

STAY 7 PAY 5
STAY 4 PAY 3
from
$255
per night
1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments available.
Special Pay Stay offers also apply from 16th Oct.  2012

Travel between now and 31/May/2012

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Ellis Beach Bungalows

ELLIS BEACH BUNGALOWS
Beachfront bliss at a fraction of the cost!!

* Absolute Oceanfront
* Self contained bungalows
* Family Cabins available
* Great Value for money
* Only 30 mins from Cairns
STAY 7, PAY 6
From $137 per night

Travel between now and 25/June/2012

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Island & Beach Escape

A Romantic Tropical escape with style!! 
ISLAND & BEACH ESCAPE
 

* 3 Nights on Green Island
* Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
* 4 Nights at Angsana Resort & Spa
* Breakfast Daily at Green Island
* EXCELLENT COUPLES ESCAPE

From $1122 p/p
Rates are based on twin share

Travel between now and 30/June/2012

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Barron River Rafting - FF

MAY SPECIAL!
Barron River Rafting
'Natures Theme Park'

Half day afternoon, 2 hours of white water rafting. No experience necessary. Up to Grade 3 rapids. Minimum age 12 !
Only $129 per person
including levy

Travel between now and 31/May/2012

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4 Day Package - Option 2

4 DAY ULTIMATE PACKAGE

* Return hotel transfers
* Outer Reef Cruise
* Snorkel or Intro/Cert dive
* 30 Minute Hot Air Balloon
* FAMOUS Skyrail Cableway
* Scenic KurandaTrain
* Free time in Kuranda
* Tully River Rafting 
* Cape Trib Safari
From $837 per adult
*$30 Rafting Levy & Balloon levy included

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BC - Amphora Resort

AMPHORA is situated on the beachfront in the heart of Palm Cove.  There is an award winning lagoon pool ideal for families.  Jjust a short walk to Palm Cove's many restaurants and village shopping. 

STAY 4 PAY 3
STAY 7 PAY 5
Hotel rooms from $104/night
1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments also available

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Big Cat Green Island Trip

Green Island Tropical and Enchanting Green Island, only 1 hour off the coast of Cairns
* Full day and half Day options
* Choice of Glass Bottom OR Snorkel Equipment
* Flexible departures
* FREE family fun options available

From $79.00 /Adult
Hotel transfers at extra cost

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Jungle Surfing & Wildlife

Go Jungle Surfing 
Experience where the Rainforest meets the Reef in this unique 1 day tour

* Wildlife Habitat tour
* Daintree River Cable Ferry
* Alexandra Lookout
* Jungle Surfing
* Picnic Lunch
Only $199 p/a

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Sunset Cruise

A Perfect way to end a Perfect Day.......
Sunset Cruise & Dinner Package Enjoy a Sunset Cruise on 'MV Crocodile Explorer' followed by a three course meal at Dundee's on the Waterfront.

 Includes:
-1.5 hour Sunset Cruise
-Welcome glass bubbly
-Superb 3 set menu @ Dundee's
-Child 2 course menu
Only $77per adult

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Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

Hartleys Creek
The only place in FNQ to see Crocodiles

* World Famous Croc Attack Show
* Hartleys Lagoon Croc Cruise
*  Return Palm Cove Transfers
* 1/2 & Full day available
* Must See Show!!!
Only $174 per Family
* Family based on 2A, 2ch 0-14yrs

Travel between now and 31/March/2013

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