Mackay Tropical Tours
Indulge your senses and experience first hand the fascinating beauty of Cape Hillsborough National Park. Mackay Tropical Tours is a locally owned and operated tour company run by people who have a passion for this magnificent area. Their guides delight in sharing their knowledge of the people, history and natural wonders of the Mackay area. Their enthusiasm assures a quality experience.
Created by volcanic eruptions over 30 million years ago, Cape Hillsborough was named by Captain Cook in 1770 and forms parts of the traditional home of the Aboriginal Juipera people. As part of these friendly and informative tours you will encounter a range of plants and animals and become familiar with their use in local aboriginal culture.
Join them on one of their memorable half-day tours. With two tours running daily they fit into any itinerary. Choose either the morning Tropical Diversity Tour or the afternoon Tropical Seascape Tour.
Each tour departs from the Mackay City Visitors Information Centre. While traveling to Cape Hillsborough on the air-conditioned tour bus they will present a video slide production taking you back to the very formation of Australia. You will witness the creatures, people and events, which changed the face of this remarkable area.
Touring Options
Tropical Diversity Tour
Discover the beauty and wonders of this pristine natural environment with an interpretive walk through a range of habitats from the Mangrove Diversity Boardwalk to the Juipera Plant Trail and experience the fertile rainforest within the secluded Hidden Valley. During this tour you will visit Aboriginal sights such as a fish trap and shell midden, exploring how the Juipera people made use of the areas plants and animals, prospering through their connection to the environment.
Tropical Seascape Tour
Join this adventurous trek through Open Eucalyptus Woodland and Subtropical Rainforest whilst overlooking the world heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful Whitsunday Islands from rugged cliffs lined with majestic Hoop Pines. This interpretive walk will explore the plants and animals of the area and the role they played in the lives of the Juipera people. This tour is designed for people familiar with bush walking, as the Andrews Point trail is steep and uneven in some areas.
Popular Activities
- Bird Watching
- Bush Walking
- City Sightseeing
- Sightseeing
- National Park
- Adventure
- Rainforest
- Wilderness
- Wildlife
- Beach
- World Heritage
Accommodation In Mackay
When planning your visit to Mackay, finding the perfect place to stay is essential to making the most of your trip. Located conveniently near Mackay Tropical Tours, you can find accommodation that provide comfort and easy access to all the exciting activities and attractions Mackay has to offer.
- Alara Plaza Motor Inn
- Allure Resort On The Beach
- Andergrove Van Park
- Best Western Reef Resort Mackay
- Bucasia Beachfront Caravan Resort
- Clarion Hotel Mackay Marina
- Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
- Coral Cay Resort Motor Inn
- Dolphin Heads Resort
- El Toro Motel
- Elanora Units
- Gecko’s Rest
- Hi-Way Units Motel
- La Solana Holiday Units
- Lantern Motor Inn and Restaurant
- Mackay Motor Inn
- Mango Beach House
- Mid City Motor Inn
- Motel Northview
- Ocean International Hotel
- Ocean Resort Village
- Orange Grove Caravan Park
- Paradise Lodge Motel
- Rover Holiday Units
- Seawinds Caravan Park
- Shamrock Gardens Motel
- Shores Holiday Apartments, The
- White Lace Motor Inn
- Windmill Motel And Reception Centre
- YT’s by the Sea B&B
More Tours Around Mackay
Mackay is a treasure trove of unique experiences. From thrilling outdoor adventures to cultural and historical explorations, theres no shortage of exciting tours to enjoy in and around Mackay. Whether you are seeking breathtaking natural landscapes, fascinating local stories, or a taste of the regions finest cuisine, theres a tour perfectly suited to your interests.
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