Shire of Atherton

Travel Guide

A simple setup at Platypus on the shores of Lake Tinaroo near Tolga on Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. A chair and two camp tables as combination camp kitchen and office, then a hammock tied between the Landy's roll bar and a big old beautiful kauri pine tree - a work of art with the backdrop of Lake Tinaroo as the canvas.
A simple setup at Platypus on the shores of Lake Tinaroo near Tolga on Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. A chair and two camp tables as combination camp kitchen and office, then a hammock tied between the Landy's roll bar and a big old beautiful kauri pine tree - a work of art with the backdrop of Lake Tinaroo as the canvas.
The impressive "Curtain Fig Tree" at Yungaburra in the Atherton Tablelands of North Queensland. It has aerial roots which drop 15 metres to the ground. Cool huh?
Dinner Falls is a lot less popular than some of the other waterfalls on the Tablelands, and the fact that there are a variety of plunge pools means you're guaranteed to get a spot all to yourself! #waterlust www.cheskiesgaplife.com
The oldest tree in OZ. The photo cannot describe how large it is. Hidden away in the Tablelands rainforest, it is worth the trip.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is P6,343 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
P6,343
P6,977 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The room was extremely clean and fresh. The staff were exceptionally helpful and pleasant. The buffet breakfast offered me what I needed with vegan, gluten-free options and the food was thoroughly delightful. I highly recommend this hotel for your Cairns stays.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,573 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P4,573
P5,030 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and spacious

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is P8,032 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
P8,032
P8,836 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was very clean. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We loved the pool area too

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Tinaroo Lake Resort

Tinaroo Lake Resort

4.5 out of 5
29 Palm Street Tinaroo QLD
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Tinaroo. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
Wonderful place

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Tinaroo Lake Resort
Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park

2 out of 5
4-28 Tinaroo Falls Dam Road Tinaroo QLD
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Tinaroo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Tinaroo Dam and Danbulla National ...
9/10 Wonderful! (106 reviews)
We had a lovely stay, it’s peaceful and the unit is clean. It’s a perfect getaway to recharge and have a good break. We ill definitely go back.

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

4 out of 5
3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,610 reviews)
Fantastic stay ! Highly recommend this hotel for the travellers !

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Crystal Caves as well as an individual femail

Crystal Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crystal Caves during your travels in Atherton. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

Crystal Caves
Mount Hypipamee National Park which includes a cascade, a lake or waterhole and swimming

Mount Hypipamee National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Hypipamee National Park, a lovely green space in Upper Barron.

Mount Hypipamee National Park
Curtain Fig National Park showing forest scenes and a park

Curtain Fig National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Curtain Fig National Park, a lovely green space in East Barron. Amble within the rainforest or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Curtain Fig National Park
Mount Hypipamee Crater in the Atherton Tablelands of Queensland is a huge diatreme that is 61 metres in diameter and 82 metres deep. And the water surface is covered with duck weed.

Mount Hypipamee Crater

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Hypipamee Crater, a lovely green space in Upper Barron. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its spas.

Mount Hypipamee Crater

Tinaroo Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tinaroo Dam during your travels in Tinaroo. Amble within the rainforest or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tinaroo Dam

Platypus Park

Explore the great outdoors at Platypus Park, a lovely green space in Atherton. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

Platypus Park