| We offer “a
take your time tour...go where you want tour” within your tour itinerary.
On arrival in Cairns, you will gradually appreciate the diversity and extent
of what is on offer in this huge region of Australia.... from the Great
Barrier Reef to Rainforest to Outback. We are perfectly located in a rainforest
area near the Kuranda Village and within 2-3 days driving of the very best
touring that the region has to offer.
We have lived here, raised our children here, we know this region well
and can guide you with personal experience. Each trip is individually priced
according to number in the group, the duration of the trip and the type
of terrain to be traveled. Age is not a barrier for any of our tours and
you can journey for a day or for months! |
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one: ATHERTON TABLELANDS
AND UNDARA LAVA TUBES
- Duration: 4 days or more
- Accommodation: historic hotels and camping
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| Day one:Your
Tablelands experience begins with exploring Lake Tinaroo, famous for bird
and wildlife viewing including platypus. We’ll lunch at my favourite lunch
stop, Pensini’s. Those interested may fish for the popular barramundi and
redclaw. A verdant rainforest walk among giant 600 year old Kauri pines
will be enjoyed at Lake Barrine, a pristine volcanic crater lake. We can
join the crew for a boat ride around the lake where we'll see lots of wildlife
and the huge silver back eels. We'll spend the night in an historic hotel. |
Day two:After enjoying pastoral views of
dairy farms, tropical orchards and cropping farms, we'll head southwest
for Undara. Located within a National Park this region has a real outback
feel. 190,000 years ago when the volcanoes were active, spectacular lava
tubes were formed here. We'll tour through a lava tube and spend the night
here either in a permanent tent or in one of the old converted railway
carriages. Feel like breakfast with the birds?
Day three: Let's explore the beautiful Savannah
land, keep your eye out for emus and wedgetail eagles! We'll head out for
Cobald Gorge for a boat cruise up the gorge (watch for crocodile slides),
pass through some charming historic towns and spend a |
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at a remote cattle station and enjoy a refreshing swim in the hot springs.
Day four:After a leisurely breakfast we'll
head for home. This area just resonates with the sights and sounds of wild
Australia (look under trees for resting 'roos.) There's time for taking
photographs and having a closer look at the sites we passed earlier. We
may venture off anywhere that stimulates your interest. Watch the landscape
change from outback ochre to rainforest green as we travel back to your
accommodation. This trip will cover about 1000 kilometers. |
from $155 per person per day
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two: CAPE YORK PENINSULA
SAFARI
- Duration: Minimum 14 days,
longer is better
- Accommodation: camping and/or lodges
After spending the night at
KURANDA BED & BREAKFAST, packing the vehicle
and studying maps over dinner, we'll set off at first light. We'll be in
Cooktown for lunch and a look around this historic town. We'll journey
to Lakefield National Park, 537,000 hectares of pristine wilderness, The
first night we'll enjoy a billabong campsite and watch the abundant waterfowl:
brolgas, jabaru, magpie geese and ducks. |
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The
remote splendour of the Cape means take-it easy- driving with time to enjoy
the wildlife, unusual wildflowers and fascinating rugged landscapes. Watch
for kangaroos and crocodiles. Indulge in some fishing. Rare birds such
as the Palm Cockatoo, the Eclectus Parrot and for the lucky, the Golden
shouldered Parrot can be viewed in the wild north. Five National Parks
adorn Cape York and with sufficient time may be visited. |
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A boat trip to remote Thursday and Horn Islands is highly recommend. These
unique islands are full of history and character. Horn Island was a major
base during World War II, has a great museum and lots of tales. Cape York
resonates with pioneering history and hardship. The relics of the past...old
mining machinery and towns: and the drama of past events will be shared
with you as we travel through this remarkable area. This trip will cover
about 3000 kilometers or more. |
| Cost to be quoted at
time of enquiry |
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three: COASTAL TOUR
- Duration: 2-3 days
- Accommodation: camping and/or lodges |
| Your coastal
adventure starts at Black Mountain Road, four wheel driving through lush
rainforest and woodlands, watch out for cassowaries. As we head closer
to the coast, we'll enjoy some panoramic views. |
Once back on the bitumen we'll head for Daintree
and enjoy a croc spotting river cruise. We'll then cross the Daintree river
by ferry and drive north to Cape Tribulation where the rainforest clad
mountains meet an azure sea. We'll spend the night at a lovely area tucked
in amongst rainforest covered mountains enjoying the peace and beauty of
this ancient ecosystem.
The next day we'll venture up the famous |
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| 4WD Bloomfield
Track through World Heritage rainforest to Cooktown. This
charming town marks the area where Australia’s discoverer, Captain James
Cook repaired his ship in 1770, when he ran aground on the Great Barrier
Reef. We will explore Cooktown with its museum, amazing views, and landscape
then camp or stay in a lodge to imbibe the historical atmosphere.
It's outback time as we head inland to the dramatic terrain
of woodland and sandstone ranges. As we drive south again, we'll visit
some ancient Aboriginal rock art, and call in at one of the old pubs for
lunch. Or we can go back along the coastal road we came up on. We'll arrive
back in Cairns in the late afternoon. |
| Cost is $185.00 per
person per day |
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four: SAVANNAH LAND TOUR
- Duration: Minimum 7 days,
longer is better
- Accommodation: camping and lodges |
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start early after spending the night at KURANDA
BED & BREAKFAST, studying maps and packing.
We'll be traveling away from the crowds, four wheel driving over dirt tracks
as we make our way across the lower portion of the Cape York Peninsular. |
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We'll call
in at Undarra Lava Tubes, Georgetown, a remote cattle station, Gilbert
River, and Croydon, an old mining town and the start of the railmotor that
travels to Normanton.
Exploring the countryside, we journey to Normanton
and Karumba, which is a small town renowned for its barramundi and prawn
fisheries. All this country is very flat and during the wet season is impassable
due to monsoonal flooding. |
| We'll see abundant
wildlife inluding emus, kangaroos, crocodiles and an amazing variety of
parrots. This tour will travel about 1800 kilometers. |
| Cost is $200.00 per
person per day |
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PRICES:
GO'IN BUSH TOURS offers personally
tailored Safaris and day tours.
Each trip is
individually priced according to number in the group, the duration of the
trip and the type of terrain to be traveled.
All prices are
in Australian dollars
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set up for credit cards at this time.
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up to date currency conversions just click on: oanda
All tours include
transfers.
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Your comfort, safety and pleasure are my primary concern, plus just
getting away from it all and having fun!
Phone or email us,
and become one of our many “friends” who have toured and shared hospitality
with us.
Lyle Greene |
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