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Eungella Platypus Tour - Half Day Tour from Airlie Beach - Airlie Adventure Tours
Platypus Tour that's Eco-certified, wildlife-rich, and proudly Aussie — this is a rainforest wildlife experience like no other.
Highlights
- Lunch stop at Pinnicle Pies (at own expense)
- Visit Clark Ranges and Eungella National Park for your chance to see Platypus in their natural environment
- See waterfalls, lush flora and volcanic rock formations
Eco-Certified Day Trip to the Land of the Clouds
Join us for an unforgettable day as we depart Airlie Beach at 11:30 AM and journey south into the lush Clarke Ranges. Nestled in these mist-covered, rainforest-clad mountains lies the breathtaking Eungella National Park—part of the EcoTourism Australia–certified trail and one of Queensland’s most treasured natural wonders.
Covering over 51,700 hectares, Eungella boasts the longest stretch of subtropical rainforest in Australia. Its isolation over thousands of years has preserved its rich biodiversity, making it a truly unique ecosystem. The name Eungella, meaning “Land of the Clouds” in the local Aboriginal language, perfectly captures the mystical beauty you’ll encounter upon arrival.
One of the park’s most memorable highlights is the chance to see the elusive platypus in its natural habitat. With a little patience (and some luck), you may spot this shy, iconic creature—a magical experience that’s often the highlight of the day.
Lunch at the Pinnacle Family Hotel
We’ll stop for lunch at the iconic Pinnacle Family Hotel, where you’ll have time to relax and purchase lunch from the hotel’s menu — including their famous Pinnacle pies!
Lunch is at your own expense, giving you the freedom to choose exactly what you’d like to eat. If you’re travelling on a budget, have specific dietary requirements, or simply prefer to bring your own lunch, you’re more than welcome to do so.
Itinerary -
- 11am - accommodation pick up and depart Airlie Beach
- Enjoy lunch at Pinnicle Pub
- Arrive at Eungella National Park
- Return to Airlie Beach, arriving approximately. 6 pm
All prices are shown in AUD ($)
- Adult$132.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$125.00
- Adult$132.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$125.00
- Adult$132.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$125.00
- Adult$132.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$125.00
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Thank you so much for this lovely review. We’re really glad you enjoyed your day with D. We also wished the platypus showed up, but we’re happy the rest of the tour was still a great experience for you. Hope to see you again soon, maybe next time we’ll get lucky!
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Chris Bleakley from Australia wrote on 04 November 2025
Platypus Tour
Highly recommend this tour . Our host D was fantastic , He was highly knowledgeable in all aspects and a great character. The vehicle was also fantastic , and although we missed the elusive platypus by that much it was still a great day in the country and well worth the cost . Once again D thanks for a wonderful day maybe next time we will see the platypus……..Great day had by all .