Do I need to book the tour in advance?

Advance booking is recommended due to limited group sizes and peak season demand, but same-day inquiries may be accommodated if space allows.

What food and drinks are included?

The tour includes all tastings of cheeses, chocolates, wines, spirits, and a gourmet lunch with local smoked meats and fresh salads.

Is this tour suitable for children?

This is an adults-only tour due to alcohol tastings and the curated experience, designed for ages 18 and older.

Can special dietary requirements be accommodated?

Vegetarian and gluten-free diets can be arranged with advance notice; vegan and halal options are not available.

How much walking is involved?

Walking is minimal, with drop-offs close to entrances at stops; however, some uneven paths may require comfortable footwear.

Is transportation included?

Yes, return transfers from Port Douglas hotels and selected holiday apartments are included with the tour.

Atherton Tablelands Food Tour by Brett’s Kuranda Tours

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Far North Queensland, Brett’s Kuranda Tours offers the Outback Tasting Adventures from Port Douglas—an immersive culinary journey through the Atherton Tablelands. This region, with its vast volcanic soil and unique microclimates, is affectionately known as the ‘Food Bowl’ of Northern Queensland, producing an impressive range of fresh ingredients including bananas, coffee, macadamias, tropical fruits, and rare meats like crocodile and kangaroo.

Departing from Port Douglas, the tour guides you through contrasting landscapes spanning dense rainforests, fertile dairy farms, and ochre-hued savannah plains. The day begins with a tropical breakfast at Rainforestation Nature Park’s Tree House Restaurant, where seasonal fruits and traditional damper set the tone for a day filled with rich flavors. Stops include Mountain Groves Distillery for unique hand-crafted liqueurs, Emerald Creek Ice Creamery for luscious sorbets, and Gallo Dairyland—a sprawling cheese factory set amidst rolling volcanic farmland.

Along the way, guests savor gourmet local cheeses, handmade chocolates, and sample a variety of tropical wines, boutique beers, and carefully distilled spirits at Mt. Uncle Distillery, an award-winning producer. The tour also integrates a visit to the Australian Platypus Park, where the subtropical wildlife complements the sensory experience. After a gourmet lunch featuring fresh smoked meats and local delicacies, relaxation awaits in the tranquil rainforest at a private property, where guests enjoy Queensland wines and craft beers.

This adults-only tour limits groups to 20 for an intimate, personalized experience supported by knowledgeable guides who vividly share the region’s agricultural heritage and sustainable farming practices. Minimal walking and convenient transfers from Port Douglas ensure comfort throughout.

Outback Tasting Adventures gives food and wine lovers a rare chance to connect deeply with the natural bounty and local craftsmanship of the Atherton Tablelands — a destination celebrated for its vibrant culinary scene amid stunning and diverse outdoor settings.

About Brett’s Kuranda Tours

Brett’s Kuranda Tours is a Cairns-based tour operator offering curated day trips across Far North Queensland. Specializing in Kuranda excursions, Atherton Tablelands food and wine tastings, and private charters, the company connects visitors with rainforest scenery, local producers, and iconic attractions such as the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Tours include small-group experiences and bespoke luxury private charters designed to match traveler interests. Signature itineraries range from Outback Tasting Adventures that showcase handcrafted cheeses, smoked meats and tropical wines to combined Kuranda and Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures packages featuring crocodile-feeding boat tours. Transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas are routinely arranged with hotel pickup and drop-off options.

Brett’s Kuranda Tours emphasizes local knowledge and on-the-ground relationships with producers, guides and attraction operators. Promotional materials note over a decade of expertise guiding visitors across the Atherton Tablelands and rainforest circuits. Guests benefit from experienced logistics, curated tastings, guided market time in Kuranda, and flexible private charter planning.

Safety and reliability are reinforced through coordinated transfers and established partnerships with Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train. For travelers seeking authentic regional food experiences, wildlife encounters, or personalized sightseeing, Brett’s Kuranda Tours offers targeted itineraries that combine convenience, local expertise and memorable destinations across Kuranda, Palm Cove, Cairns and Port Douglas. Additional itineraries include budget-friendly small-group options with knowledgeable guides, free time to explore Kuranda markets, and combined packages that finish with sunset drinks at Palm Cove. Booking details and specific inclusions vary by departure point and season and availability.