Why choose this Cairns & the Tropical North tour ?
Experience wonderful Dunk Island with a Family Islands Cruise of some of the most spectacular islands of Australia.
Choose from a guided trek to Mount Kootaloo or take a Family Island Cruise for more relaxed sightseeing.
Scrumptious lunch and then a two hour visit to historical Paronella Park on our way back to Cairns.
Come spend a magical day south of Cairns on the Cassowary Coast.
Make the most of your Cairns & the Tropical North adventure
What makes Dunk, Family Islands & Paronella Park | Cairns Day Return a unique experience ?
The journey to Mission Beach normally takes just under 2 hours from Cairns in each direction. But the journey is well worth it. You’ll pass by Queensland’s two highest maintains Mount Bartle Frere and Mount Bellenden Kerr. You’ll pass by canfields and banana farms, see how the locals live. Then, when we turn off the highway you’ll travel through dense Djiru National Park where you may be lucky to spot a wild cassowary.
Dunk Island is covered mostly in national park, the tropical island is a nature lover’s playground with beautiful walking trails and palm-fringed beaches. From the jetty, make a left and follow the beach until you reach the track signs leading to Muggy Muggy Beach and Mount Kootaloo. The are 6 different versions of the hikes possible from easy to moderate. There also great swimming from Brammo Bay as well as Muggy Muggy Beach where some marine life snorkelling is possible. Scenic coast ferry ride and marina boarding process with a light breakfast (included) within this time allocation (5.5 hours actually on the island 9.30am – 3.00pm)
Time to discover the remote islands of The Cassowary Coast. We cruise the wonderful Family Group of Islands. We pass close by exclusive Bedarra Island and further Wheeler and Coombe Islands. There are over 20 islands to appreciate during our slow cruise. A full commentary of the islands and sometimes we stop at some of the islands to embark/disembark camping or resort guests.
A 30 minute guided walk takes the visitor through the highlights of the Park and tells the extraordinary story of Jose Paronella’s dreams and vision. Plenty of spare time after your tour to walk around at your own pace and interests to appreciate this historical wonderland
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour not suitable for infants
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Dunk, Family Islands & Paronella Park | Cairns Day Return
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Dunk, Family Islands & Paronella Park | Cairns Day Return Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hand Luggage – 1 piece, max 5kg per person
- Priority Boarding on arrival at Ferry-X
Not Included
- Extra beverages or cocktails from our licensed bar
- Any other incidental not listed
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Myroo Group Pty Ltd.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Brisbane.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
