Chillagoe Caves & Outback 4WD Day Tour from Cairns

Head into the outback on a shared 4WD adventure, with guided commentary connecting the region's wildlife, history and Aboriginal culture. Explore beyond the coast through historic mining towns and small outback communities.

• Explore the Chillagoe Caves with a local expert sharing stories and history of the area
• Discover Aboriginal rock art and learn about local Dreamtime stories
• Enjoy an Aussie outback pub lunch in the heart of Chillagoe

Itinerary

1. Start with a shared pickup at approximately 6:30am in Cairns City, 6:45am in the Northern Beaches or 5:50am in Port Douglas. Cairns City transfers are included; Northern Beaches and Port Douglas transfers cost extra and are not included in the listed price. Pickup times may vary.
2. Stop at Skybury Cafe & Roastery at Skybury Coffee Plantation for morning tea, with tea, coffee and light refreshments included.
3. Explore Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park on a cave tour with a local ranger guide.
4. Visit the historic Chillagoe Smelter ruins on a guided tour.
5. Stop for lunch at Chillagoe Cockatoo Hotel Motel. The menu may change with the season and ingredient availability.
6. Explore Balancing Rock on a guided tour.
7. Visit Wullumba Art Site on a guided tour.
8. Visit Granite Gorge Nature Park and look for native rock wallabies.
9. Return at approximately 6:00pm with the included shuttle.

What's Included

• Attraction admission
• English-speaking guide and live commentary
• Morning tea with coffee or tea and a snack
• Lunch
• Round-trip transfers from Cairns

Important details

• Ages 4+ only. Children aged 4–16 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• This tour is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
• Transfers from Northern Beaches and Port Douglas cost extra and are not included in the listed price.
• Leave luggage and large bags at your property or in your vehicle; there is no storage space on the tour.
• Your pickup time is confirmed after booking. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup. Late arrivals cannot join the tour.