Description
Enjoy 6 nights of luxury with our Far North Queensland Escape. This includes 4 nights at the stunning Thala Beach Nature Reserve in Port Douglas as well as a two night experience at Mt Mulligan Lodge. Offering all-inclusive luxury accommodation in the shadow of majestic Mount Mulligan, a beautifully designed main pavilion for guest meals and relaxation, an infinity pool and sunset bar. Mt Mulligan Lodge offers guided tours of the goldfields, exploration of the historic coal mine and abandoned township, ATV adventures, chef-prepared gourmet picnic hampers, wildlife spotting, sunset drinks, stargazing, hikes, barramundi fishing , scenic helicopter flights (at own cost) and the chance to experience the day-to-day operations of a working cattle station (once a quarter).
Take advantage of the complimentary experiences at Thala Beach Reserve including nature/wildlife walks, star gazing nights, Coconut Odyssey and specialist talks from local experts. Thala Beach Resereve was handpicked for National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World membership after successfully undergoing a rigorous vetting process. You will visit one of the seven wonders of the natural world, the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy many experiences including snorkeling, scuba diving and glass bottom boat. Discover an underwater world filled with a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance. Together with our experienced guides, cross the Daintree River and explore ancient pristine rainforests, Cape Tribulation walk at Miall Beach, or go crocodile and bird spotting on the Daintree River.
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On arrival into Cairns Domestic airport, make your own way to your accommodation in Port Douglas.
Accommodation: Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Meals included: None
Enjoy today at your leisure. Take the resort shuttle service into town or take advantage of the onsite guided tours by specialist staff including: Nature Walks, Bird Watching, Coconut Odyssey, Stargazing talks and Indigenous cultural presentations.
Accommodation: Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Meals included: Breakfast
Depart on your full day Great Barrier Reef tour. Enjoy the journey to the outer reef on a safe and comfortable vessel. Stop at numerous locations to explore the reef and the sea life. Snorkel and swim in one of our most iconic and loved Australian highlights. Lunch with be enjoyed on-board. *Environmental Management Charge/Admin charge of $6.50pp for the Great Barrier Reef cruise is payable direct.
Accommodation: Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Together with your experienced local guide, cross the Daintree River and explore ancient pristine rainforests, Cape Tribulation walk at Miall Beach, or go crocodile and bird spotting on the Daintree River. Enjoy an Australian BBQ lunch beside a secluded forest billabong.
Accommodation: Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Upon check-out, 4WD self-drive to your accommodation at Mt Mulligan Lodge (this is a 2 hour 40 minute drive). Helicopter & private road transfers available at additional cost, see extras at check-out.
Accommodation: Mt Mulligan Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Enjoy the included outback touring options available at Mt Mulligan Lodge.
Accommodation: Mt Mulligan Lodge
Meals included: All rustic but fined meals daily, accompanied by a selection of quality wines, beers and spirits.
Enjoy the morning at leisure before check-out. Self-drive to Cairns airport for your flight home. (This is a 2 hour 40 minute drive). Helicopter & private road transfers available at additional cost, see extras at check-out.
Meals included: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation at 5-star Thala Beach Nature Reserve in Port Douglas
- Full-day scheduled Great Barrier Reef adventure
- Full-day scheduled Daintree Rainforest Tour
- Breakfast Daily
- 2 nights accommodation at 5-star Mount Mulligan Lodge
- All gourmet dining and a selection of Australian wines, beers and spirits during your stay at Mt Mulligan Lodge
- A range of signature experiences have been designed to make the most of the rugged outback territory – ATV adventures, sunset drinks, tour of historic Mount Mulligan township and coal mine, stargazing and 4WD safari to Tyrconnell Gold Mine & use of private electric buggy and leisure equipment to explore the property
5-star Accommodation
Thala Beach Nature Reserve - Eucalypt Bungalow
Mt Mulligan Lodge - Outback Room
Transfer options
Mt Mulligan Lodge by Self-Drive
Mt Mulligan Lodge can also be accessed by road; a 2.5 to 3 hour 4WD adventure 160km north-west of Cairns.
Exclusions
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
- Flights (Traveldream can arrange these at an additional charge)
- Anything not listed on the itinerary
- Meals and drinks not mentioned
- *EMC/Admin charge of $6.50pp for the Great Barrier Reef cruise is payable direct
- Shuttle services from Thala Beach to Port Douglas are $10.00 per person each way payable direct
- Airport transfers
Child Policy
Please enquire with [email protected] or (03) 7018 8122 if you would like to travel with a child or infant.
Single Supplement
The additional supplement for a single traveller is $3099.00
Important note
There can be road closures on the road to Mount Mulligan in the wet season from January to March. Mt Mulligan Lodge recommends booking helicopter charters for transfers during this period in the event of any road closures. Due to the challenging nature of the road to Mt Mulligan we also suggest booking a private car transfer unless you are experienced at driving 4WDs on unsealed roads.
