Site tours

Tully Sugar Mill & Mission Beach Environmental Tour

Thursday 3 September | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Discover the environmental and ecological diversity of Far North Queensland on this full-day technical tour.

Begin with an exclusive visit to the Tully Sugar Mill, one of the few operating sugar mills in Australia that offers behind-the-scenes public access. Learn about the sugar production process, environmental management practices, and the important role the industry plays in the region.

The tour then continues to the iconic Mission Beach, where you'll enjoy lunch at The Elandra Resort before visiting the C4 Environment Centre. Home to endangered cassowaries and surrounded by World Heritage rainforest, Mission Beach offers a unique opportunity to explore the relationship between conservation, biodiversity, and sustainable development. Guided by local experts, you'll gain insight into the environmental challenges and successes of one of Australia's most remarkable ecosystems..

This tour includes return coach transfers from Cairns and lunch.

Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery & Thala Beach

Thursday 3 September | 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Explore the fascinating relationship between aroma, flavour, and sensory perception on this unique odour-focused tour.

Visit the award-winning Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery, a boutique family-owned winery producing distinctive wines from organically grown tropical fruits. During a guided tasting experience, discover how aroma influences flavour perception and learn why bouquet plays such an important role in the tasting experience. An intriguing discussion for professionals working in odour science and sensory assessment.

Following the winery visit, enjoy lunch at the renowned Thala Beach Nature Reserve before returning to Cairns.

This tour includes return coach transfers from Cairns and lunch.