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Far North Escapes
Experience an adventure of a lifetime and explore Far North Queensland, from Cairns to Cape York, on the 12-day Safari Tour! Venture to Pajinka the Tip of Australia Safari-Style, go off the beaten path, and enjoy unique small group experiences. Make new friends preparing group meals, and get the best value in budget accommodation. Its all about the journey on the Cape York Safari. Read more to see what sets Far North Escapes apart in The Cape.
Begin your Cape York journey departing from Cairns and travelling into the lush Atherton Tablelands. Stop at Babinda Boulders and admire views of Mount Bartle Frere before exploring Paronella Park. Continue through Milla Milla Falls, the Curtain Fig Tree, and the picturesque village of Yungaburra. End the day with a visit to Mungalli Creek Dairy Farm before settling into your accommodation.
Accommodation: Ensuite Room – Eden House Retreat
Meals: Lunch and Dinner included
Start early as you journey through the Tablelands, passing Atherton and following the scenic Wheelbarrow Way. Travel through farmland, cattle country and wooded savannah before arriving in Chillagoe. Explore the fascinating limestone formations on a guided Chillagoe Cave Tour.
Accommodation: Chillagoe Observatory
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Depart Chillagoe and travel through Mareeba, stopping at Coffee Works for a tasting. Continue to Kuranda and enjoy the Barron Falls Boardwalk before heading along the Great Barrier Reef Drive. Join a Crocodile Cruise on the Daintree River, stop at Alexandra Range Lookout and the Ice Cream Factory, explore the Marddja Boardwalk and end the day in Cape Tribulation with a night walk.
Accommodation: Ensuite Room – Ferntree Rainforest Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner included
Journey along the Bloomfield Track, one of Australia’s most iconic 4WD routes. Stop at Wujal Wujal Falls, enjoy a drink at the historic Lions Den Hotel and take part in an Indigenous experience with Mooks. Explore Cooktown’s Botanical Gardens and take in the sunset from Grassy Hill Lookout before dinner.
Accommodation: Rossville Retreat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Travel through Lakeland and visit Split Rock Aboriginal Rock Art, a site of incredible cultural significance. Continue past Laura, Fairview Station, Hann River Roadhouse, Musgrave Station and Coen before arriving at Wolverton Station, also known as Wildwishes, for an authentic outback glamping stay.
Accommodation: Wildwishes (Glamping with shared bathroom facilities)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Drive along the Peninsula Development Road into Iron Range National Park. Cross the Wenlock and Pasco Rivers, take in the views from Mount Tozer, and enjoy a short waterfall hike. Visit Lockhart River and the historic airstrip before relaxing at Quintell Beach.
Accommodation: Greenhoose
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Spend the day exploring Iron Range National Park. Visit Chilli Beach and Portland Roads, enjoy the Gordon Mine Creek Walk, and go birdwatching. In the evening, there’s an optional guided night walk to spot the park’s endemic species.
Accommodation: Greenhoose
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Depart Iron Range with a morning of birdwatching or a short waterfall walk. Continue south, visiting Morton Telegraph Station and crossing the Wenlock River. Arrive at Bramwell Station for a hearty meal and an evening of entertainment at this classic Cape York stopover.
Accommodation: Bramwell (Ensuite)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Travel north exploring parts of the Old Telegraph Track. Stop at Fruit Bat Falls and, if road conditions allow, Elliot Falls. Cross the Jardine River and visit the famous Croc Tent before reaching the northernmost point of mainland Australia – “The Tip.” Watch the sunset from beautiful Punsand Bay.
Accommodation: Punsand (Ensuite)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Start the day early with visits to Summerset, Flypoint and the Five Beaches drive before arriving at Roonga Point. Take a boat trip to Roko Island for a guided tour and island-style lunch. Safari guests stay overnight on Roko, while Premium guests return to Punsand Bay.
Accommodation: Roko Island (Glamping)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Safari guests depart Roko Island by private boat to Thursday Island. Meet your Indigenous guide Muttee for a cultural tour exploring the island’s unique history and local way of life.
Accommodation: The Grand Hotel TI (Ensuite)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Begin your morning with breakfast on Thursday Island before visiting the Torres Strait Cultural Centre to learn about the region’s fascinating Indigenous heritage and island history. After the visit, take the ferry across to Horn Island for your connecting flight back to Cairns around midday. Enjoy your final scenic views of the Torres Strait as your Cape York adventure concludes.
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Meals: Breakfast only
Fully guided tour. Experienced local and naturalist guides.
Babinda Boulders. Stunning natural swimming holes and rainforest scenery.
Mount Bartle Frere Views. Panoramic vistas of Queensland’s highest peak.
Paronella Park. Explore historic gardens, castle ruins, and rainforest trails.
Atherton Tablelands Highlights. Visit Milla Milla Falls, Curtain Fig Tree, and Yungaburra village.
Chillagoe Caves. Guided tour through impressive limestone formations.
Coffee Works & Barron Falls. Tastings and scenic boardwalk experiences en route to the Daintree.
Daintree Rainforest. Crocodile cruise, Alexandra Range Lookout, Marddja Boardwalk, and night walk.
Bloomfield Track & Wujal Wujal Falls. Iconic 4WD route with stunning waterfalls and Indigenous experiences.
Cooktown & Grassy Hill. Sunset views, botanical gardens, and local history.
Outback Glamping. Stay at Wolverton Station for an authentic bush experience.
Iron Range National Park. Birdwatching, waterfall walks, Chilli Beach, Portland Roads, and optional night walk.
Cape York Tip & Punsand Bay. Explore Fruit Bat Falls, Jardine River Crossing, and the northernmost point of mainland Australia.
Roko Island Boat Trip. Guided island tour, lunch, and optional fishing charter.
Thursday Island. Cultural tour with Indigenous guide, plus Torres Strait Cultural Centre visit.
All National Parks & Fees. Entry permits included.
Small or private touring group. Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles for travel.
Meals and snacks. As per itinerary, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
PICK UP & RETRUN
We have a strong focus on client experience, and as such our groups are small in size. We want to give you the best, most immersive experience and that just cannot be delivered with large group touring. We have capped our numbers for this reason. The tour you have booked will determine the vehicle you are travelling in and your group size.
Our tours have been designed to suit a reasonable standard of fitness – for instance the ability to walk on some uneven surfaces. There are occasions, such as at Wujal Wujal Waterfalls, where you can walk up to a distance of 400 meters. The walk to the Signpost at Pajinka “The Tip” is on uneven surface and approximately 10 minutes in duration.
The ability to cope with remoteness is essential.
We have no age limits on our Tours. We have had young families on tours, and clients in their 90s. When completing the Medical Waiver Form, it is the guests responsibility to ensure their health and physical fitness is of a reasonable level and they have disclosed any ailments that are of concern. We suggest you seek advise from your GP if you are unsure.
Mobility Challenges & Disabilities: Yes, we have had clients with extra considerations join our Tours and it brings us great joy to be able to make their dream a reality. Please speak with our Agents if you or a member of your group has mobility challenges, a disability or is wheelchair bound. We are able to make adjustments accordingly.
Rest assured, you are in great hands with our experienced guides and we make every effort to ensure your trip is an enjoyable and inclusive one.
Yes, as we do not offer shared or paired accommodation for single travelers. See our (single) rates
Thank you for supporting our Family owned and operated local business. We’re so pleased you are back for another Escape! Please discuss your past travels with our friendly Agents for a discount to be applied.
Accommodation is as stated in your itinerary. Please note, there are instances where accommodation in your itinerary can change or be amended due to operational or supplier requirements. Under no circumstances will you be required on any tour to share accommodation with any other member of the group.
Our Far North Escapes Agents are experienced in all aspects of Travel arrangements, and happy to assist you in organising your Pre and Post tour plans. Please call us to discuss.
Far North Escapes and/or its agents are not responsible or liable for loss, damage or theft of luggage or personal belongings whatsoever, nor for personal injury, accidents, hospitalization, illness or medical expenses. In our experience, most claims arise from personal or close-family illness before holiday departure, resulting in cancellation charges. We strongly recommend all intending passengers consult their travel or insurance provider, and take out adequate travel insurance to cover events that may affect your ability to travel(including, but not limited to, health, baggage, loss of monies through cancellation, additional expenses incurred through illness or personal liability prior to travel and early return, for example, following the death of a relative). We do not have any affiliation or personal recommendations regarding insurance – its important you do your own research and choose cover suited to your personal circumstances.
We do have a Stand By List should your preferred departure date be sold-out online. Please contact us by your preferred contact method to request to be placed on Stand By should a space become available, and we will be in contact.
Yes, we balance our tours for the comfort and experience of our clients on tour. There are opportunities throughout your Itinerary where you will have time at Leisure – where you can book optional extra activities or just soak up your surroundings.
You will be provided with a suggested Packing List pertaining to your relevant booked Tour.
Luggage type is at your preference; however please note we do have a strict 15kg limitation per guest due to internal Flights.
You’re on holiday! At no time during our tours will you be required to cook.
If you are on a Private Charter, yes, we can make arrangements for you to bring your pet. This is on a request basis and needs to be discussed prior to booking with one of our friendly Agents.
As per government regulations, Smoking is not permitted inside our vehicles at any time. Ample stops on route can provide time for “Smoko” breaks.
Many of our accommodation providers and dining experiences are licenced Venues throughout our Itinerary.
All of our Cape York Tours are Guaranteed departures when at least 3 guests are confirmed.
Our one day and multi-day tours are a minimum of 2 guests for a Guaranteed departure.
At the time of writing: for recreational purposes, you do not need a permit to use a drone in Queenslands National Parks as long as it weighs under 2kgs,there are less than 10 people involved in the shoot and no buildings or structures are being filmed. For up to date information consult the Queensland National Parks website, or use the “Can I fly there” app.
Yes, we cater to all Dietary requirements for our guests. Please ensure we have your considerations available to us upon booking.
Water is provided and available at all times to our guests. If you would like to bring your own reusable water bottle, you are encouraged to do so.
We provide ample stops and consider our guests comfort. On remote stretches, we provide port-a-loos.
Our vehicles operate with a daily seat rotation system to ensure passengers enjoy a different perspective each day on tour.
Your treatment will depend on the particular circumstances and your location. Our experienced crew members are first-aid trained, and our vehicles are equipped with a full First Aid kit. If you require medical evacuation in a remote location, the Royal Flying Doctor Service operate on a donation service. We will ensure you get the best treatment, and get you back on tour, or home, safely as soon as possible.
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