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Dunk Island & Paronella Park - Cairns Pickup

Discover Tropical Paradise: A Day Tour to Dunk Island and Historical Paronella Park. Escape the hustle and bustle of the tourist city of Cairns and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Dunk Island, just off the coast of Cairns. This enchanting day tour promises a blend of adventure, relaxation, and history. Let’s dive into the highlights.

Discover Tropical Paradise: A Day Tour to Dunk Island and Historical Paronella Park. Escape the hustle and bustle of the tourist city of Cairns and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Dunk Island, just off the coast of Cairns. This enchanting day tour promises a blend of adventure, relaxation, and history. Let’s dive into the highlights.

Highlights

  • Discover the lush tropical paradise of Dunk Island & Paronella Perk in a day!
  • Take scenic walks and hikes that suit you depending on your fitness level. Conquer Mount Kootaloo or relax more easily at Muggy Muggy Beach
  • See palm-fringed beaches and try optional kayak / paddleboard activities (own cost)
  • Delicious light continental breakfast and scrumptious lunch are included
  • A fantastic way to spend the day - perfect for all ages!
  • Paronella Perk Entry and 30 minute guided historical walk

Dunk Island is a tropical paradise and nature lovers playground, mostly covered in a national park and offering a range of stunning walking trails and palm-fringed beaches.

This tour departs Cairns by coach on a scenic journey to Cassowary Coast & Mission Beach where you'll board our QuickCoast ferry and enjoy a range of delicious complimentary muffins, fruit salad, and tea/coffee/juice.

Upon arrival at Dunk Island you'll have the opportunity to soak up its beauty by your choice of either a challenging hike, or more relaxing walk along Pallon Beach.

For the adventurous, your 7km hike to Mount Kootaloo passes through ancient fern forests, ironbark groves, and a World War II radar station, reaching the island's highest point with breathtaking panoramic views of the islands. This 3-4 hour round trip takes you through the enchanting Palm Valley and leads you to the serene Coconut Beach.

For those seeking an easier hike, a delightful walk along Pallon Beach, featuring a lookout and the old farm, is highly recommended. You can also visit Muggy Muggy Beach to relax, take a dip and try some snorkeling if you choose!

Once we depart Dunk Island, you'll be transferred to Porters Promenade where Shops, bars and eateries are open for a beachside sunset dinner at your own expense - the perfect way to end the day!

Itinerary

  • 6.30am - Coach departs Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
  • 8.30am - Clump Point Marine Facility - QuickCoast priority boarding commences with light breakfast served.
  • 9.00am - QuickCoast departs Clump Point Marina Facility
  • 9.30am - QuickCoast arrives Dunk Island Jetty. Escorted Mount Kootaloo, or perhaps visit Muggy Muggy Beach or discover other areas of Dunk Island.
  • 12.30pm - QuickCoast departs Dunk Island, Lunch is served.
  • 1:00pm - Disembark Clump Point Marine Facility, transfer to Paronella Park
  • 2.00pm - Arrive Paronella Park, with 30 minute guided historical walk
  • 4:00pm - Coach departs Paronella Park
  • 5.30pm - Coach arrives Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Adult $255.00
Child $191.25 (3 - 14 years old)
Infant $63.75

What's included

  • Coach -Ex Cairns return transfers
  • Light Continental Breakfast (muffins & tropical fruits) with complimentary beverage (coffee, tea, juice)
  • QuickCoast Dunk island Ferry
  • Complimentary beach recliner chair(s) and umbrella for shade (if hiking is not required)
  • Escorted hike to Mount Kootaloo
  • Scrumptious Lunch onboard QuickCoast
  • Paronella Park Entry and 30 minute guided historical talk

Duration

  • Allow approximately 15 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • LOT 2 Spence St
  • Cairns City QLD 4870
  • Australia

Notes

  • Luggage:Passengers are allowed 1 piece of carry on luggage per person to a maximum 5kg

Available Bookings from 18 Oct to 31 Oct 2024

All prices are shown in AUD ($)

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  • Adult$152.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant$63.75

  • Adult$152.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant$63.75

  • Adult$152.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant$63.75

  • Adult$152.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant$63.75

  • Adult$152.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant$63.75

  • Adult$152.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant$63.75
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