Mareeba

Mareeba, Shire of Diversity, is the second largest Shire in Queensland. It is rich in agriculture, mining, cattle as well as horticulture and offers visitors to the shire, friendly country hospitality and a wealth of options for exploring this beautiful rugged land.

Expert tourist information can be found at the Mareeba Heritage Museum and Tourist Information Centre in Centenary Park, Mareeba, enhancing an opportunity to explore Mareeba's history and heritage.

Visitors' experiences can range from the delight of a cableway ride over the top of the Kuranda Rainforest to the bustle of the famous Kuranda Markets. Hot Air Ballooning at sunrise to camping in the outback, watching a western sunset outline the horizon of this vast country. The Annual Rodeo in July draws cowboys from all over Australia, a truly unique experience.

Distance From Brisbane (State Capital): 1,871 kilometres north.

Nearest Highway: Peninsular Development Road - North/Kennedy HWY - East to Cairns and South to Atherton/Gulf Savannah Way - West to Chillagoe and the outback.
Nearest Airport: Cairns ( 70 Kilometres )