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Activity Mackay, Australia

Eungella Platypus Tour

5.0 (63 reviews) 7 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Eungella Platypus Tour

About this activity

Explore Finch Hatton Gorge and the Pioneer Valley with a local guide.

Learn about the history of the area.

Hike in the Eungella National Park.

Enjoy lunch at a local favourite restaurant.

Dining Experiences Hiking Tours On the Water Swimming Lunch Small Group Excellent Quality Top Product

At a glance

Duration
7 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
Mackay Adventure Tours and Transfers

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Bottled water: Flask for refilling your own water bottle

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

Come with us to the beautiful Finch Hatton Gorge, part of Eungella (Yung-ga-lah) National Park, Australia's longest continuous stretch of sub-tropical rainforest. Marvel at the lush flora and volcanic boulders on our hike to a beautiful waterfall and swimming hole where you can take a refreshing dip and take in the spectacular views. To top off the day, we stop at a Pioneer Valley local favourite for lunch, then head up the range to Eungella for some platypus spotting. Will we be lucky enough? Let us take you to the best spots to have the best chance!

  1. Stop 1

  2. Finch Hatton

  3. Eungella National Park

Lunch — Lunch at a local favourite depending on the day, you won't be disappointed. Vegetarian option available, contact us for anything other to confirm.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet at The Mackay Adventure Lodge, (the Wake House Australia car park, parking available) 30 minutes before start time. For pickups, look out for the Adventure Bus, please be ready 10 minutes before the confirmed time for city locations.

End point

  • Meet at The Mackay Adventure Lodge, (the Wake House Australia car park, parking available) 30 minutes before start time. For pickups, look out for the Adventure Bus, please be ready 10 minutes before the confirmed time for city locations.

Pickup points

We leave from our home base of Mackay Adventure Lodge at 0930am and pick up from most Mackay City Accommodation. Please include a contact phone number (we are also available on WhatsApp) so we can confirm your pickup location and time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • 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

  • Dietary Requirements - please call or email 48hrs before with any special requirements

  • Includes a 30 minute hike each way which has uphill sections and stairs

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 63 reviews
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