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Legends of the North

The Wonders of North QLD

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5

 DAYS

From $1,000 per vehicle*

*Standard Inclusion: 

  • 2 x Adults
  • 2 x Children

Deposit : $250 Per item

At this time, Deposits are 25% of the standard tour cost plus total cost of Additional Guests and Trailer/s combined.

Tolga

STARTS AT

770 KM

DISTANCE

Cairns

FINISHES AT

Advanced

DIFFICULTY

Highlights

  • CREB Track
  • Daintree Rainforest
  • Old Coach Rd/Maytown
  • Lion’s Den Hotel

From $1,000 per vehicle*

*Standard Inclusion: 

  • 2 x Adults
  • 2 x Children

Deposit : $250 Per item

At this time, Deposits are 25% of the standard tour cost plus total cost of Additional Guests and Trailer/s combined.

Welcome to the Legends of the North Tour.  This tour is for advanced 4wders and offers a great opportunity to experience the wonders of the Old Mining Days of Far North Queensland, along with the lush and Heritage Listed Rainforest, the only place in Australia where the Rainforest meets the Reef – all the while taking in the serious scenery only offered on the hard 4wd tracks in the region.  This trip is not suited to camper trailers or caravans, and the vehicle and preparation requirements can be found in the preparation guide, found below when you sign up for this tour.

 

We will begin this trip in the lovely town of Tolga, at the Tolga Caravan Park (where we will camp the night before).  From there we’ll seek out the start of the historic Maytown Mining Ruins and take in the hard times from the 1800’s and early 1900’s.  From here we’re going to lock the hubs and test out how much the conditions effected the gold rush – the Old Coach Rd.  This is a very hard 4wd track definitely not for the faint hearted.

 

We’ll head east again after the Old Coach Rd, making our way to some pristine rainforest and another 4wd challenge – The CREB Track.  Naturally, there is plenty to see and do along the CREB Track, and we’ll do it all.  The rainforest is sure to excite – a lovely swim at the Roaring Meg Falls will keep us refreshed as we take on the mighty CREB.

 

After spending some time in the Daintree Rainforest, we’ll make our way south, where we will say our farewells in Cairns.  A trip that’s sure to leave lasting memories, and the urge to visit again!

Itinerary

  • Atherton Tablelands
  • Rainforest
  • Mareeba
  • Mt Carbine
  • Scenic drive
  • Hilly countryside
  • Beautiful camp
  • Maytown ruins
  • Mining history
  • Boilers
  • Stampers
  • Batteries
  • Old Coach Rd (HARD)
  • 4wding
  • Old Coach Rd (HARD)
  • 4wding
  • Jowalbinna Nature Reserve
  • Laura
  • Lakeland
  • Swimming
  • Very nice campground
  • Ayton
  • Roaring Meg Falls
  • CREB Track
  • Lookouts
  • 4wding
  • Multiple creek crossings
  • Daintree River (Drive across)
  • Daintree Village camp
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  • Daintree River (Ferry)
  • Rainforest walks
  • Rainforest drive
  • Lookout
  • Beach
  • Wildlife
  • Shops
  • Pub
  • Ice Cream factory
  • Daintree River (Ferry again)
  • Captain Cook Highway
  • End of tour
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Preparation Guide

For our Legends of the North Tour, you’ll require the following preparations to your vehicle and camping gear.

 

  • A reliable 4wd vehicle in roadworthy condition, serviced and greased prior to the trip
  • Adequate Comprehensive car insurance to cover the activities on this trip
  • 2” Suspension Lift with quality products, with all suspension components in good condition (we recommend having your suspension inspected prior to this trip to ensure bushes and linkages, etc. are in good condition)
  • Good quality All Terrain or Mud Terrain tyres of a Light Truck (LT) construction
  • An air compressor and the means to be able to deflate and re-inflate your tyres (an air hose and tyre pressure gauge/inflator)
  • A professionally fitted snorkel
  • Sufficient tools and reasonable spare parts to overcome ‘incidental’ vehicle issues on the trip
  • A two-way radio fitted to your vehicle
  • A small dry-chemical fire extinguisher
  • A first aid kit
  • A tyre repair kit (this will include tyre plugs and glue, and the tool to insert these plugs)
  • Any oil/coolant that you may require in the event of necessary ‘top up’s’
  • The means to keep your food and drinks cold (a car fridge is a good idea, but an esky with dry ice will also suffice). Note, you will need a dual battery system to run a car fridge
  • All food and drinks for the occupants of your vehicle during this trip. Note, there will be opportunities to purchase food en-route, and also purchase dinner at pubs and some camp grounds on the trip
  • Suitable quantities of fresh drinking water to allow your vehicle occupants to remain hydrated
  • Sleeping essentials such as tents, mattresses/stretchers, pillows and necessary bedding to ensure comfort while camping
  • Enough clothing and personal hygiene products to cover the duration of the trip
  • Any medical supplies you may need – this may include things like Panadol/Nurofen, or ear drops, and any means to administer these medical necessities

 

It is very important to consider the weight of your vehicle for any trip away.  We advise you take note of your vehicle’s GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) to ensure that you do not exceed the allowed weight of your vehicle.  Vehicles that are “top heavy” are susceptible to rolling over on 4wd tracks – due care should be taken to ensure the weight carried in your 4wd is as low as reasonably practical.  Heavy and/or overloaded vehicles frequently fall victim to the conditions in the remote areas, often breaking down to the point that the vehicles are permanently damaged.  You are personally responsible for the condition of your vehicle and the safety of the occupants of your vehicle.

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