On the fringes, the sprawling countryside of the Atherton Tablelands race to meet the forest. Here, the volcanic landscape offers a stark contrast to the green canopies of the Daintree. Amongst it all, you can discover cascading waterfalls, shimmering lakes, and several national parks, all of which span a terrain that can reach an altitude of more than 1,000m in certain spots.

Explore the Atherton Tablelands Tour from Cairns

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