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Queensland · Australia
Discover the Atherton Tablelands: A day of exploration in a breathtaking landscape where rolling hills meet lush rainforests. Experience the cool, crisp air of the highlands and the vibrant greenery that surrounds you, offering a stark contrast to Cairns' tropical climate. (The Region we visit throughout the day, not an actual location)
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Atherton Tablelands
Welcome to the Ah-ther-tun Table-lands, a stunning highland plateau situated approximately 600 meters above sea level in the hinterland of Cairns. This region is often described as a 'biological life raft,' housing pockets of…
Listen in the app2Lake Barrine — The Ancient Crater
Our first analytical stop is Lake Bah-reen, one of the two major crater lakes in the Greater Lakes National Park. This lake was formed thousands of years ago when a volcanic crater filled with rainwater. …
Listen in the app3The Curtain Fig Tree — Architectural Parasitism
The Curtain Fig Tree is perhaps the most iconic botanical landmark on the Table-lands, located near the town of Yun-ga-bur-ra. This tree is an extraordinary example of a 'strangler fig' and its complex life cycle. …
Listen in the app4Millaa Millaa Falls — The Waterfall Circuit
No visit to the Table-lands is complete without experiencing the 'waterfall circuit,' with Millaa Millaa Falls as its crown jewel. This is one of the most photographed waterfalls in Australia, and for good reason—it features a…
Listen in the app5Malanda Falls and Tree Kangaroos
Malanda Falls offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rare wildlife opportunities. The falls themselves tumble over basalt rock formed by ancient lava flows, with a man-made swimming pool located directly in front of the…
Listen in the app6Innot Hot Springs — Geothermal Relaxation
For a change of pace and temperature, we head to In-not Hot Springs, located in a creek bed near a caravan park. These natural hot springs are as authentic as it gets, with water bubbling up from the earth at varying temperatures. …
Listen in the app7Historic Herberton Village — A Step Back in Time
Our final section takes us to the historic town of Her-ber-tun, home to the Her-ber-tun Historic Village. This site is an absolute 'treasure trove' of historic buildings and artifacts dating back to the 1800s. …
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As we conclude our journey through the Ah-ther-tun Table-lands, we reflect on a region that is a true paradise of diversity. We have explored ancient volcanic craters, stood in awe beneath 500-year-old fig trees, and chased some…
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What is Atherton Tablelands?
Atherton Tablelands is a place in Queensland · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Queensland · Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -17.8975, 145.2931 |
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