Things to do in Atherton, Queensland: The Best Outdoor Activities

December 24, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Discover the best top things to do in Atherton, Australia including Eyes on Wildlife, Wongabel State Forest, Tait's Wongabel Stables, Mount Bartle Frere, Atherton Bike Hire.
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1. Eyes on Wildlife

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Eyes on Wildlife

Birding, wildlife and nature tours in the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics of Far North Queensland, Australia: Atherton Tablelands, Cairns, Mareeba, Daintree. Guests are collected for half day, full day and multi day tours from their accommodation or meeting point to see: endemic birds and 300+ other birds, Platypus, Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo, etc. Nocturnal Tours: Possums, Gliders,...

2. Wongabel State Forest

Kennedy Highway, Wongabel QLD, Atherton, Queensland 4883 Australia http://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/wongabel/
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Wongabel State Forest

Reviewed By WorldTravla7 - Cairns, Australia

This secluded and somewhat hidden pocket of rare & ancient mabi forest is an absolute dream. It is one of the few places the Lumholtz tree kangaroo inhabits (we didn’t see one on our visit despite lots of looking up to the treetops) & there are birds and wildlife galore (we saw a pademelon hopping through the forest at one point). There is lots of excellent interpretive signage (including some amazing grand fig trees) & the walk is flat & easy so you can easily take in the nature. Turn right on the Kennedy Highway heading out of Atherton. There is a sign to turn off but it’s small & easy to miss so keep your eyes peeled!

3. Tait's Wongabel Stables

Atherton, Queensland 4883 Australia +61 7 4091 2070 http://www.wongabel.com.au/
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Tait's Wongabel Stables

Reviewed By andrewbV4472TY

Awesome day. My 11 year old daughter who had never been on a horse and myself who hasn't ridden since being a teenager could not speak highly enough of this experience. Sheila and her helpers were terrific. Very patient and helpful, the scenery was fantastic through the hinterland and considering how much other attractions around this part of the state can be this was great value. Sheila's quintesential no nonsense Australian character added to the experience. We will most certainly be back. Thank you for a great morning.

4. Mount Bartle Frere

51 Km South of Cairns Wooroonooran National Park, Atherton, Queensland Australia +61 1300 366 361 http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/bartle-frere/index.html
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Mount Bartle Frere

Reviewed By RALennox

Came across wild pigs, flocks of parakeets and leeches which dropped from the trees , absolutely loved this challenge to the summit and back in 7 hrs. This was 26 years ago - 1993

5. Atherton Bike Hire

24 Weaver St, Atherton, Queensland 4883 Australia 40917827 http://athertonbikehire.com.au
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