Atherton Tablelands

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Best time to visit Atherton Tablelands

Based on 30 years of weather data. Sweet spot: May, Jun, Aug — mild temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sun. Avoid Jan, Feb if you can — typically the wettest or hottest stretch of the year.

What else is around Atherton Tablelands

Points of interest within 25 km, pulled from OpenStreetMap. Distances are straight-line; check road access before heading out.

Drive times to and from Atherton Tablelands

Real road distance and driving time to other destinations in the state. Click through for fuel estimates, suggested overnight stops, and tours along the way.

Frequently asked about Atherton Tablelands

Where is Atherton Tablelands?

Atherton Tablelands is in Far North Queensland, Queensland, Australia.

When is the best time to visit Atherton Tablelands?

Based on 30 years of weather data, the most pleasant months at Atherton Tablelands are typically August, May, June — mild temperatures and lower rainfall. School holiday periods can also fit if you don't mind the crowds.

What's the weather like in Atherton Tablelands?

Summer daytime highs average around 28°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about 13°C. See the climate panel above for the month-by-month breakdown.

Tours in Atherton Tablelands

Full-day Tour at the Atherton Tablelands with Food Tasting

★ 5.0 · from AUD $295

Cairns Hot Air Balloon Flight + Bad Fishy Jet Boating Cairns

★ 5.0 · from AUD $555

From Cairns: Cooktown, Daintree & Outback 3 Day Small-Group Tour

★ 5.0 · from AUD $2235

Caravan parks nearby

BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

Woree · Cairns Regional

★ 4.6

NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park

Palm Cove · Cairns Regional

★ 4.5

Nearby destinations

Cairns

Far North Queensland

Port Douglas

Far North Queensland

Magnetic Island

North Queensland

Townsville

North Queensland

Great Barrier Reef

Queensland coast

Atherton Tablelands travel articles

Australian Platypus Park

Australian Platypus Park At Tarzali Lake The Australian Platypus park at Tarzali Lakes, a privately-owned nature park, has a cafe on the lakeside. You can buy smoked meats made in-house and our products are sourced locally from the Tablelands. Visit the Australian Platypus Park, which is home to a v

Things to Do In Atherton Tablelands

Things to Do In Atherton Tablelands The Atherton Tablelands, located in the gorgeous hills at the back of Cairns, is one of the top tourist spots in all of North Queensland, Australia. This region of Australia is ideal for individuals on a tight schedule because there is a wealth of free or low-cost

Atherton Tablelands Transfers

Virgin Blue Airlines Queensland Rail - Traveltrain

Waterfalls & Tablelands

Come with them for the day! A full-day tour including Aussie Style Breaky!!! Bring swimming costumes, a towel, walking shoes, a change of clothes, and a smile! Experience a day you'll remember for years. They stop along the way so you can buy lunch or you are welcome to bring your own. This way they

Kuranda Scenic Railway Timetables and Bookings

Imagine all that natural wonder so close that you can almost touch it, your senses alive with the heady organic fragrance and untamed sounds of the dense rainforest. That’s what it’s like aboard Kuranda Scenic Railway as you unwind your way through a tropical paradise framed by rugged mountains with

Palm Cove Attractions

Palm Cove is a seaside resort town and has the best beach in the region. Most of the accommodation in town can be found right along the beachfront and it provides the ideal destination for family fun. During the wet season, swimmers are protected by stinger nets. Tours to the Atherton tableland or t

Atherton Tablelands Accommodation Listing

Atherton Blue Gum 36 Twelfth Avenue, Atherton Atherton Blue Gum offer spacious, clean, rustic rooms and includes continental breakfast daily. It is only 1.7kms from shops and restaurants. The Summit Rainforest Retreat 36 Twelfth Avenue, Atherton The Summit Rainforest Retreat is located in the Cairns

Atherton Tablelands Accommodation

Click here is a list of places to stay The best of the Atherton Tablelands accommodation can be found hidden away in rain forest retreats. In this region you can find some delightful accommodation resorts to stay at. The Atherton Tablelands is close to Cairns and one of the great tourist destination