Why choose this Queensland tour ?
Brief history of Paronella Park José Paronella arrived in Australia from Catalonia in Spain, in 1913. For the next 11 years he worked, cutting sugar cane initially, then purchasing, improving, and reselling cane farms. In 1924 he returned to Spain and married Margarita in 1925. The trip back to Australia was their honeymoon.
Jose’s dream was to build a castle which is unique in itself as this Spanish style castle has never been built anywhere else in Australia.
He chose a special part of Australia and created Paronella Park. He chose a special part of Australia and created Paronella Park. On 5ha beside Mena Creek Falls he built his castle, picnic area by the falls, tennis courts, bridges, a tunnel, and wrapped it up in an amazing range of 7,500 tropical plants and trees (now a lush rainforest!
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What makes Full day Private tour Paronella Park a unique experience ?
Gordonvale: Current Population: Approx 7,000
Established 1887 –
The river flats were used for growingmaize, bananas and sugar.
John Gordon, moved there in the early 1880s. Gordonvale was named after him, officially in 1913, superseding
the name Nelson which had been given to the town surveyed in 1896 for the Mulgrave Central Mill.
WALSH PYRAMID:
Walsh’s Pyramid is classed as a natural wonder. This pyramid-shaped mountain is made up of granite boulders,
and it is the tallest freestanding natural pyramid in the world. It stands at 922 meters (3022 feet) tall, and it is a
popular spot for hiking and rock climbing. This walk will take you approx. 3.5 hours to walk up and 2 hours to
descend.
The first recorded person to climb Walsh’s Pyramid was made in 1848 by Edmund Kennedy, who named it
after the then-governor of Queensland, Colonel Denis FlynnWalsh.
FISHERY FALLS: Population 150
History. Named after the waterfall of the same name which is located 1 km west. McDonald’s Creek State
School opened on 22 September 1913. Caravan Park Near the Falls and great walking tracks.
DEERAL:
History. The town was built on Yidinji tribal territory. The town’s name was derived from its railway station’s
name which was named Deeral in 1912, an Aboriginal word in the Yidinyji language meaning teeth.
Mount Bellenden Ker is the second-highest Mountain in QLD with a height of 1,593 metres (5,226 ft).
It is named after the botanist John Bellenden Ker Gawler
Mount Bartle Frere:
21 APRIL 1942 -CRASH OF A B-25 MITCHELL ON MOUNT BARTLE FRERE, QLD
USAAF B-25C Mitchell medium bomber #41-12455, of the 90th Squadron of the 3rd Bomb Group based
in Charters Towers, crashed into Mount Bartle Frere near Babinda in north Queensland at 7 p.m. on 21 April
1942 while returning from a search mission in the Coral Sea. They flew into a blind gully which lead to the peak
of Mount Bartle Frere. They were searching for the Japanese fleet which was destined to take part in the Battle of the Coral Sea a few weeks later.
We Will stop at Babinda Bakery so you can grab a bite to eat to take with you to Babinda Boulders.
This Bakery is Famous for its homemade pies and yummy selection of cakes and pastries.
Guided Tour at Entrance and Information telling, Free Time to Explore on own the Devils Pool and walks.
Babinda Boulders, this is a very well-known location as it is a significant place for the local indigenous people. During the 90 minutes here we will show you around the amazing site and tell you the history and legends of the boulders – there are a few spooky stories! This is considered one of Cairns’ must visit spots especially during times of heavy rain the strength of the water passing through the boulders has to be seen to be believed!
Day Tour, Hydro Tour, Free time, Night Tour, Dinner
Brief history of Paronella Park José Paronella arrived in Australia from Catalonia in Spain, in 1913. For the next
11 years he worked, cutting sugar cane initially, then purchasing, improving, and reselling cane farms. In 1924
he returned to Spain andmarried Margarita in 1925. The trip back to Australia was their honeymoon.
Jose’s dream was to build a castle. He chose a special part of Australia and created Paronella Park. He chose a
special part of Australia and created Paronella Park. On 5ha beside Mena Creek Falls he built his castle, picnic
area by the falls, tennis courts, bridges, a tunnel, and wrapped it up in an amazing range of 7,500 tropical
plants and trees (now a lush rainforest!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Full day Private tour Paronella Park
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Elite Tours and Transfers.
- 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 2 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 7 Travelers is accepted for booking.