Platypus, Tree Kangaroos, Birds, Rainforest, Tree planting and much more...on the Atherton Tableland

Have you ever been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the elusive platypus or the even more elusive Lumholtz tree kangaroo....well you are sure to find them here at Platypus Bend.

 

What about an echidna or a green ringtail possum.....again you will find these wonderful creatures here at Platypus Bend.

 

Are you a 'twitcher' - well bring your camera/s and get those perfect shots of the huge variety of birds found here at Platypus Bend.

 

Are butterflies or dragonflies your passion - include the beautiful Cairns Birdwing and the Ulysses butterflies among the numerous species found here.

 

Are you a keen photographer wanting to capture those macro masterpieces - why not wander in the 40 acres of rainforest to search out that intriguing fungus, the bugs and mosses or the leaves on the many ferns and plants.

 

Wander the river banks or simply sit and watch as the platypus, turtles, fish and water dragons are busy feeding.

 

Why not hire one of our canoes and see all these critters while gently paddling along the river.