Yungaburra Visitor Information Centre
The picturesque village of Yungaburra lies in the heart of the Atherton Tableland, just one hour from Cairns. Largely unchanged since 1910, wide verandahs and historical shop fronts line the tranquil streets. With 18 heritage listed buildings, Yungaburra is the largest National Trust village in Queensland.
Cafes, award winning restaurants and country pubs offer all manner of gastronomic delights. Browse through the galleries and craft shops. Drop in and say hi to the wonderful group of volunteers and pick up some information and maps on the area.
The centre is open 10am-6pm in Cedar St, Yungaburra. Ph. 4095 2416
Lake Barrine Teahouse 
Located on the banks of Lake Barrine amongst vibrant tiered gardens is the teahouse. Step into the foyer and learn about the formation of the freshwater crater lakes of Barrine and Eacham. For the more adventurous, take an 80 metre stroll along the waters edge to the 1,000 year old giant Twin Kauri Pines (wheelchair accessible) and watch out for the birds flittering about the forest.
Take a 45 minute tour on Lake Barrine in an electric boat and learn about the critters of the waters edge and rainforest canopy. Be enchanted by the serene views of the Lake from the veranda while enjoying the award winning Devonshire Tea.
The Lake Barrine Rainforest Cruise and Teahouse is open from 9.00 seven days a week. Boat rides begin from 9.30am onwards and cost Adults $14, Child (5 to 15 years) $7. For further information check outthe website .
TREAT Visitor Centre
The TREAT Visitor Centre Interpretive Display is situated within the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service Nursery on McLeish Road, Lake Eacham.
The startlingly beautiful display aims to educate people about the benefits of tree planting and forest restoration, especially along creek banks. They highlight community restoration projects and discuss the science and practice of restoration, the history and activities of TREAT community group.
The centre is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am- 1pm. Contact TREAT on (07) 4095 3644 or QPWS on (07) 4095 3406.
For further information about TREAT check out the TREAT website.
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Retreat
from the heat of the coast to the cool uplands behind Cairns, where
you can step from the heat of a tropical day into the cool, filtered
light of the rainforest. Spend a few days touring around the Tablelands
visiting volcanic crater lakes, waterfalls and rainforest giants
like the Curtain Fig and the twin Kauri Pines. There is an excellent
road network, healthy rural towns for shopping and supplies, and
plenty of accommodation options including a variety of family-run
homestays and cottages. Talk to volunteers at Wet Tropics visitor
centres for a local perspective on where to stay and what to do
while on the Tablelands.
Gain
an insight into the Mareeba region's history and attractions at this
heritage museum. It has an extensive Aboriginal cultural
display, a settler's hut showcasing historical memorabilia
and a Wet Tropics display featuring the birds of the Wet Tropics
with a life-size model of a cassowary with chicks. A small
shop sells local produce and wide, cool verandahs have benches
for enjoying a refreshing drink. 
Malanda is a dairy town surrounded by the lush rolling hills of the Tablelands. Generations of Malanda children have learned to swim in the large pool at Malanda Falls on the outskirts of town. Several short walks through the Malanda jungle begin here and this is also the site of a volunteer-run visitor centre.
