One fine Saturday morning, we just decided to go the Tablelands on the
spur of the moment. Oh how wonderful it was! ^_^
“Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good!..” [Psalm 34:8]
Here’s a list of places our little adventure brought us (and hopefully
when you come and visit tropical North Queensland, you’ll enjoy these
attractions, too!):
[1] The Humpy and Nut World (1 Kennedy Highway, Tolga QLD 4882)
The Humpy offers farm fresh fruit and veggies, nuts, a large range of
gluten-free, wheat-free & organic products, locally produced jams,
chutneys, sauces, teas and coffee, confectionery, gifts, Himalayan Salt
lamps and more!
https://www.facebook.com/The-Humpy-239202969542992/timeline/
[3] The Golden Drop Winery (227 Bilwon Rd, Biboohra via Mareeba QLD
4880)
Locals and tourists from all over the world visit the Winery everyday
for the unique experience of visiting a working mango plantation, and to
sample their lovely refreshing tropical Mango Wines, together with
Citrus Cellos, Mango Port, and Golden Mango liqueur style wine.
http://www.goldendrop.com.au/
[4] The Shaylee Strawberry Farm (Gillies Hwy cnr Gillies St, Atherton
QLD 4883)
Shaylee Strawberries is located on the Atherton Tablelands (700 meters
above Sea level) between Atherton and the historic Township of
Yungaburra. Shaylee’s rich red volcanic soil and temperate weather
conditions are just right for the cultivation of large succulent
strawberries. These are at their best during the tourist season, July to
November.
[5] Nick’s Swiss-Italian Restaurant and the Yungaburra Pizzeria (Tolga
Country Lodge, 33 Gillies Hwy, Yungaburra QLD 4884)
Nick’s serves Swiss-Italian cuisine and modern Australian dishes, from
the a la carte menu. The range of eating experiences on offer at Nick’s
are: morning and afternoon teas; light or full lunches; dinners; special
functions and events and takeaway meals. Their drinks are served from
their rustic Yodellers Bar. Just next door is the Yungaburra Pizzeria
serving Aussie, Italian and Specialty pizzas, salads, desserts and
beverages. On-site accommodation at Birds ‘n’ Bloom Cottages is
available, so you can walk to a comfortable bed after a wonderful night
out.
[6] Lake Barrine National Park and Teahouse Cafe (Lake Barrine, QLD
4884)
A mere 1 hour drive from Cairns via the scenic Gillies Highway brings
you to the cool atmosphere of the Atherton Tablelands, where you will
come across a beautiful, enchanting natural lake hidden in World
Heritage Rainforest. Lake Barrine is something special as it is actually
a water-filled crater left by a volcanic eruption approximately 10,000
years ago. Whether you’re interested in a fully guided boat tour of the
lake and its creatures, a swim in the freshwater lake, a walk around
the lake in the lush rainforest or a quick snack at the lakeside
teahouse amongst beautiful terraced gardens, Lake Barrine offers one of
the most beautiful and relaxing environments in the tropics.
[7] The Gallo Dairyland (Malanda-Atherton Rd & E Barron Rd, East
Barron QLD 4883)
Well worth a drive and only an hour from Cairns on the lush tropical
Atherton Tablelands, you will find a dairy farm that has opened their
gates to the public. With the farming enterprise positioned half-way
between Atherton and Malanda, you will be pleasantly surprised to find
a fully operational dairy farm, a gourmet cheese factory, a
sensational café/restaurant and last but not least, the most beautiful
hand-crafted chocolate.
http://www.gallodairyland.com.au/