Paronella Park Evening Tour: Explore Queensland's Number 1 Attraction

Embark on an enchanting evening tour of Paronella Park, Queensland’s top attraction. Immerse yourself in a world of history and beauty, with dinner included. Departing from Cairns, this personalized tour takes you on a scenic journey, including encounters with wildlife and stunning natural wonders.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Babinda - Stop for lunch. Enjoy a rainforest walk learning about the different flora and fauna, wildlife species, and the significant cultural importance of the land. Opportunity to swim in the pristine mountain waters that flow at the foothills of Queensland’s highest mountain.
  • Etty Bay - After a scenic drive through the art deco township…
What's Included
  • Entry fees to Paronella Park
  • All applicable taxes and fees included
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Dinner provided
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Voted the number 1 must-see attraction in Tropical Far North Queensland is Paronella Park. We invite you on a journey enriching your senses and opening your mind to another world and time. You will encounter the whole experience of Paronella Park, creating unforgettable memories and interactions, this tour, including dinner, begins in the afternoon and…

Location
Babinda
Cancellation Policy

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

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Amanda
Feb 18, 2025
Not Kidding - Literal BEST Tour Ever!!! - In 50+ countries I’ve toured in, this was hands down the BEST tour my husband and I have ever been on. Simon is an absolute dream guide!! So great in fact that we cancelled our tour with another company for another day so we could join another one of Simon’s tours. He is super kind and friendly, passionate about his work, incredibly knowledgeable about all things Queensland, and overall just a pleasure to be around. We were lucky enough to be in Cairns during down season, so we lucked out and it ended up being a private tour. We did Paronella Park night tour, a lesser known attraction but in our opinion a MUST SEE!! Before that though we got to see Eddy Bay and swam at the Boulders, which is its own version of amazing! The tour was very well thought out, not in the least bit rushed or hectic and yet somehow you end up doing and learning so so much! Simon really connects with you as a traveler, feels responsible for making your experience beyond memorable. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience on our first day in Cairns. He has set the bar SO SO high for the rest of our trip!
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Amandasf8690xp
Feb 16, 2025
Paranella Park tour experience - Our tour to Paranella Park with Tropic Tours was incredible! Simon was a fantastic host and made the experience unforgettable. Thank you!
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Amanda_c
Feb 6, 2025
Be prepared to be... - Be prepared to be enchanted by the remarkable history of one man’s dream coming to fruition. You can tell the labor and love that went into this for many years The current owners of 31 years stepped into the park to say hello and introduce himself and talk about the legacy he wishes to carry on for generations to come. Highly recommend this tour. Make sure to bring an umbrella and a sweat rag as it does get very hot and humid. Don’t let that distract you from going though, you will miss out.
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Christine
Jan 6, 2025
Impressive - will remember this trip as made meaningful - Simon was an excellent tour guide, his knowledge of the area and story telling abilities drew you into the experience and made it much more meaningful. We had a fantastic day that will live in my memory for sometime to come.
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Lesley_m
Nov 17, 2024
Interesting - We very much enjoyed the trip. Simon was friendly, full of information , and took good care of us. This is a great tour, so do yourself a favour.
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Alan_p
Nov 2, 2024
An adventure which is great value for money - Tour leader (Simon) was friendly and efficient. Enjoyed his mother's fruit cake as a treat. Our tour included Babinba Boulders and some viewing of the waterhole. Having dinner at the Mena Creek hotel which was generous. Visiting Parenella Park at day and night and hearing the history of Jose's vision.
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Kj
Oct 31, 2024
Amazing mix of nature, stories and something unique - Simon the guide shared a wealth of knowledge. The locations we visited were beautiful and not overrun with other tourists. Paronella Park is a world of its own, amazing! Highly recommend a visit and so easy with this tour!
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Melhl4668zs
Oct 10, 2024
The magical garden. - For those seeking a more intimate adventure, this tour is essential. Discovering the park's rich history is both fascinating and uplifting. It's a truly enchanting location that leaves a lasting impression. A heartfelt thank you to Simon for sharing your time and expertise, making this experience truly remarkable.
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Navigate17419910664
Oct 7, 2024
Highly recommended. Great Itinerary, guide, stops and destination! - Highly recommended. Great Itinerary, guide and destination! We were fortunate to be the only folks on the tour with Simon. He came to collect us from our accom in the morning and was great from the get-go. Simon as a guide makes this trip. He was knowledgeable and a great story-teller who brought the fantastical story of Jose Paronella to life. We are given insight into Jose's migrant experience, and his early run ins with the black hand, his entrepeneurial ways that saw him build a fortune and then the resolve and drive to build a Castillian (?) inspired castle in the forest, conflict with the local population of Mena creek and so much more. This added so much colour to the castle in the forest which is amazing especially by evening. In fact, the evening show at Paronella park was the most magical part of the park experience and is not to be missed. The little detour to Babinda boulder for a swim was a natural delight despite the marsh flies. Etty's bay was a super chill stop for tea. Unfortunately we missed out on spotting the cassowary by 20 minutes. There was so much more we learnt and enjoyed hearing about that I have not mentioned here. Needless to say; this was an enjoyable tour, Simon is superb and I would recommend the tour to any curious cats.
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Harita_o
Dec 23, 2024
Stunning locations - The trip was truly unforgettable, featuring three stunning locations that each had their own unique charm. The highlight was undoubtedly the breathtaking night view of Paronella Park, with its enchanting waterfall and the castle that stands beside it—it was absolutely mesmerizing. Additionally, our tour guide Simon was exceptional; his storytelling skills brought the experience to life, and his extensive knowledge and engaging personality made the journey all the more enjoyable.
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