Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Overview
The only Outback Full-Day Tour! Explore the Chillagoe Caves, Granite Gorge and other gems of the Australian Outback on this full-day tour.
With a naturalist guide, you'll travel by 4WD vehicle through the McAllister Ranges, the Great Dividing Range and the Australian Outback while listening to informative commentary about the region’s wildlife, history and Aboriginal culture. Take a guided tour through the Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park with a local ranger, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife, see historic mining towns, and enjoy morning tea at the local Skybury Coffee Plantation and lunch at a classic Chillagoe Pub during this small-group tour limited to 19 passengers.
What's Included
- Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies
- Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats
- Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
- Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art
- Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe
- Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary
- Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger
- Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel)
- Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.
Meeting and Pickup
Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers incur an additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel). Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join the tour.
What To Expect
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Cairns
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Skybury Cafe & Roastery
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Chillagoe Smelters
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Balancing Rock
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Chillagoe Cockatoo Hotel Motel
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Granite Gorge Nature Park
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please wear closed-toe shoe and bring a light jacket or sweater in the cooler months (June - August)
- A reasonable level of fitness is required, as there are steps and uneven terrain leading into the caves
- Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns?
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Activity code: C-3063CHILOBT
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies.
- Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats.
- Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins.
- Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art.
- Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe.
- Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary.
- Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger.
- Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel).
- Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Granite Gorge National Park and see local rock wallabies
- Morning Tea at Skybury Cafe and Roastery with tea, coffee and sweet treats
- Visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
- Visit Balancing Rock and see Aboriginal Rock Art
- Lunch at a classic Aussie pub in Chillagoe
- Return transfers wtih local driver guide and live commentary
- Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park Guided Tour with a local ranger
- Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (book with reservations before travel)
- Southside accommodation - please make your way to the tour operator's office to join tour.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please wear closed-toe shoe and bring a light jacket or sweater in the cooler months (June - August)
- A reasonable level of fitness is required, as there are steps and uneven terrain leading into the caves
- Port Douglas & Northern Beaches transfers additional cost (once booked, please book with reservations before travel)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
