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Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge
Julatten,
Tablelands Area
Indicative Rate* $28.00 to $169.00 Accommodation Only
Phone:
07 4094 1263Email:
sootyowl@bigpond.com
Web:
www.birdwatchers.com.au
Description
Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge consists of fully self-contained units, bunkhouse rooms and campground located in a rainforest nature reserve. It's an hour and a half drive north-west of Cairns, in the rural community of Julatten at an altitude of 440 metres making it cooler than nearby coastal regions.
The lodge is ideal for nature based activities such as bird watching and wildlife photography. It has walking tracks through five hectares (12 acres) of grounds consisting of rainforest, open grassed orchard and permanent waters of Bushy Creek.
... moreOver 220 species of birds have been recorded at the lodge and adjacent area plus many other animals such as Striped and Green Ringtail Possum, Northern and Long-nosed Bandicoot, Giant White-tailed Rat, Boyd's Forest Dragon, Australian Scrub Python, White-lipped Tree Frog plus many butterfly and moth species. Morning bird walks and evening spotlighting may be available depending on guide availability and minimum numbers, a small fee applies.
Nearby habitats include rainforest, mountains, wetlands and drier open woodlands. Within easy reach are the Great Barrier Reef, Atherton Tableland, Daintree River, Cape Tribulation and Cooktown. With over 350 bird species in the region it is one of the most rewarding birding areas in Australia.
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Facilities
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BBQ Facilities -
Camp Kitchen -
Car park -
Communal Facilities -
Cots Available -
Laundry -
Non Smoking Establishment -
Outdoor furniture -
Pets not allowed -
Shop -
Tour Desk -
Walking Tracks
Activities
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Animal Watching -
Walking
Other Information
Check in:
2:00pm
Check out:
10:00am
Reception Hours:
Open from 0700 until 1800, seven days a week.Further Details:
Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge is an independent birding lodge offering personalised service which includes up to date bird watching information and maps. It is run by qualified and committed birdwatchers and wildlife photographers with many years of experience in Australia and overseas.
Wildlife groups are also catered for. Contact the lodge for more information about the packages which include accommodation and all meals.
The property is not suitable for children under 10 years old.
Internet access and a comprehensive wildlife library are available to all guests.
The lodge's aim is to promote the enjoyment of bird watching, the appreciation of nature and to give guests a relaxing and rewarding wildlife experience.
How To Get There:
Self drive guests can travel via Mareeba or north towards Port Douglas and Mossman, the travel time is one and a half hours either route.
From Cairns follow the Captain Cook Highway north, then turn left 10 kilometres after the Port Douglas turnoff onto the Mount Molloy/Mareeba road for 19 kilometres. Turn right at Mount Kooyong Road.
From Mareeba allow 45 minutes. Drive north passing through Mount Molloy. Turn right after Rifle Creek onto the Mossman road for a further 10 kilometres. Turn left after Geraghty Park onto Mount Kooyong Road.
Accreditation
Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge Rooms
Standard Unit
Spacious unit with double bed, single bed, ensuite and fully self-contained kitchen including microwave oven. Shared verandah with outdoor tables and chairs, overlooking the grounds. Car parking at rear of the unit.
Bedding Configuration
One bedroom or motel room
Capacity:
3
people
Indicative Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $139.00 | $149.00 | Room Only Derived from 2 person rate. |
2 Bedroom Unit
Spacious unit consisting of two bedrooms, one with double bed, one with twin beds. Living area with sofa and extra single bed. Ensuite and fully self-contained kitchen, including microwave oven. Personal verandah with table and chairs. Car parking adjacent in covered carport.
Bedding Configuration
Two bedroom
Capacity:
5
people
Indicative Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $159.00 | $169.00 | Room Only Derived from 2 person rate. |
Bunkhouse
The bunkhouse is basic accommodation consisting of three rooms with twin beds and one room with a double bed. There is a shared bathroom and cooking facilities with campers 100 metres away.
Bedding Configuration
One bedroom or motel room
Capacity:
2
people
Indicative Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $60.00 | $79.00 | Room Only Derived from 2 person rate. |
Caravan and Camp Site
The caravan and camp site consists of 17 mainly powered sites with a hard stand concrete area separate from accommodation units. There are shared toilets, showers and cook shed facilities.
Bedding Configuration
Not Applicable
Capacity:
6
people
Indicative Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $28.00 | $31.00 | Per Campsite Derived from 2 person rate. |
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RN6 Mount Kooyong Road
Julatten
Queensland 4871 Australia
Julatten
Queensland 4871 Australia
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