Atherton Tablelands Food Tour by Brett’s Kuranda Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves minimal walking and mostly seated transfers.
Overview
Journey through the Atherton Tablelands with Brett’s Kuranda Tours on a food and wine tasting adventure that captures the rich flavors of North Queensland’s fertile landscapes. Savor gourmet delights while surrounded by stunning rainforest and savannah scenery.
Outback Tasting Adventures from Port Douglas
Award winning Food and Wine tour • Adults Only! • Wed - Sat Only
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Adventure Photos
About This Adventure
Experience a culinary adventure through the Atherton Tablelands, where lush landscapes meet a bounty of fresh, local ingredients. Savor gourmet cheeses, handcrafted chocolates, and unique spirits while visiting passionate producers. Unwind in a tranquil rainforest setting, making this day of indulgence an unforgettable journey for food and wine enthusiasts.
Rates
- Adults: $245
Keep your travel plans flexible with only a 10% deposit at the time of booking. We’ll automatically charge your card 72 hours before your activity starts. You can also pay earlier if you like. A minimum booking total of $300 applies to be eligible for the 10% deposit. Booking fees are paid at time of deposit
About
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This unique food and wine experience from Port Douglas will be tasting some of the best food and wine that the Atherton Tablelands has to offer. We will take you through a variety of contrasting landscapes from lush rainforest, crops, dairyland to stunning ochre savannah plains. The rich volcanic soil allows farmers to grow many and diverse crops from bananas, coffee, sugar cane, avocados, mangoes, macadamia nuts, citrus and more which you will learn about as we taste our way around the regions 'Food Bowl.'
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Sit back and relax, take in the beautiful views as we take you on a fascinating and tasty journey through another gem of Far North Queensland. (time permitting we will also stop to buy incredible fresh produce along the way Pick up time will be text to you the day before !!
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If you have serious dietary allergies please advise us before the tour or you may have to pay an additional fee for a new meal to be prepared.
CHILDREN NOT CATERED FOR PRIVATE CHARTER RATES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Adventure Tips
Minimal Walking Involved
This tour requires very little walking; comfortable, flat shoes are recommended for short gravel and grass paths at tasting stops.
Adults Only Tour
Participants must be 18 or older due to alcohol tastings; older teenagers considered case-by-case.
Notify Dietary Restrictions Early
Inform the tour operator of allergies or special dietary needs at booking to ensure tailored meals and tastings.
Bring a Hat and Sunscreen
The tropical Queensland sun can be intense; pack sun protection for outdoor stops and transit periods.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Platypus at the Australian Platypus Park
- Colorful tropical birds in the Tablelands rainforests
History
The Atherton Tablelands has a rich agricultural heritage spanning back to early farming communities who harnessed its volcanic soils to cultivate diverse crops.
Conservation
Local producers embrace sustainable farming practices to protect the region’s unique ecosystems and water quality within the sensitive rainforest and savannah environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear assists navigating brief gravel or uneven surfaces at tasting venues.
Sun hat
Protects from strong Queensland sun during outdoor stops.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Sunscreen
Vital for shielding skin during daytime excursions.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture the unique landscapes, wildlife, and food experiences along the route.