FNQ Nature Tours

We provide unrivalled nature and wildlife encounters on our small group tours. Our premier tours boast exclusive sites access, exceptional customer service, passionate interpretive guiding and a deep understanding of native wildlife and the natural environment.

SMALL GROUP. BIG EXPERIENCE.

FNQ Nature Tours offers unparalleled wildlife and nature experiences through intimate small-group tours, exclusive site access, and exceptional customer service. Our passionate, expert guides provide insightful, interpretive tours while fostering a deep appreciation for native wildlife and the environment. As a multi-award-winning company, we are dedicated to the preservation and conservation of native flora and fauna through responsible eco-tourism practices.

Why FNQ Nature Tours?

WILDLIFE FOCUS

The wildlife of North Queensland is exceptional due to its incredible biodiversity, driven by its unique combination of unique environments. What sets FNQ Nature Tours apart is our expertise in facilitating extraordinary wildlife encounters within those natural wilderness areas. On a single, dedicated day tour, guests have the rare chance to observe iconic species such as the Southern Cassowary, Tree Kangaroo, and Platypus in their natural habitats, creating an unforgettable adventure for nature lovers. Many of our nature viewing locations are on private land or reserves for complete exclusivity.

SMALL GROUPS

Traveling in smaller groups offers our guides the opportunity to tailor the experience to each guest’s unique interests, fostering a deeper connection with the journey. This more intimate setting also provides the flexibility to explore more immersive trails and boardwalks, unlike the usual limitations of traditional ‘hop-on, hop-off’ scenic tours. As a result, guests enjoy enhanced opportunities to observe wildlife in its natural habitat.

FAMILY Business

By choosing to tour with us, you’re supporting a dynamic, locally owned business with a dedicated team of just six staff members. Our boutique size allows us to deliver exceptional, personalized service, ensuring each guest enjoys a tailored and memorable experience. Every tour departure is meticulously planned, with a strong focus on providing the highest quality visit to the region. As a small-scale operation, we prioritize sustainability and strive to minimize waste. FNQ Nature Tours is proud to have been recognized with the prestigious “Best of Queensland Excellence in Tourism” award in both 2023 and 2024.

special interest charters

Thanks to our team of highly experienced and knowledgeable naturalist guides, we are proud to offer a wide range of Special Interest Tours tailored to your specific interests and passions. These bespoke tours are designed to immerse you in unique experiences, whether you’re seeking Wildlife Targeted Tours that focus on the observation of specific species, Nocturnal Spotlight Tours to explore the wonders of the night, or more engaging activities such as Citizen Science Tours, where you can contribute to valuable research, and Photography Workshops that combine technical instruction with the beauty of nature. Each tour is carefully curated to provide a personalized and enriching experience that caters to your individual focus.

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Reviews

  • star rating  An outstanding day in the Atherton Tablelands rainforests and
    lake region. Matt and Rowen were perfect guides. Their knowledge about the rainforest wildlife and foliage was amazing.... read more

    A2Traveler30
    February 8, 2023
  • star rating  We cannot recommend this tour enough! Matt was the perfect guide with extensive knowledge about the rainforest and its wildlife. He even personalized the tour after finding out my partner... read more

    chenesis0865
    December 7, 2022
  • star rating  James Boettcher. what a legend! I had the pleasure of spending 4 days with James, in his absolute element, experiencing his infectious enthusiasm and willingness to impart knowledge.
    ... read more

    33aaron33
    December 2, 2022
  • star rating  This was truly exceptional trip - one of the best have taken anywhere or anytime. James took us into the Tablelands, where we saw a variety of animals,including tree... read more

    466timothyo
    November 9, 2022
  • star rating  See the crocodiles "scarface" and "elizabeth in their natural habitat, informative walks in the rainforest. James is knowledgeable and personable.

    X8812NWdavidt
    October 30, 2022
  • star rating  We booked the private tour to celebrate our honeymoon and boy did it not disappoint! James was an incredible tour guide and we learned so much about the wildlife, rainforest... read more

    362katelynr
    October 27, 2022
  • star rating  Four of us took a private full day tour with FNQ Tours that included a cruise on the Daintree River, walks in the rainforest and on a beach, lunch and... read more

    Global531769
    October 26, 2022
  • star rating  What an awesome tour this is! Matt was such an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide who ensured that each guest had the best experience possible. We were able to... read more

    Meg E
    October 20, 2022
  • star rating  An amazing mix of birdlife, mammals and ineresting land forms- from coastal rainforest, and volcanic lakes to drier elevated savannah landscapes. Matt our driver and guide for the 5... read more

    Keith M
    October 3, 2022
  • star rating  We joined this tour following to Sanctuary’s recommendation. Our guide Matt was amazing! Friendly, helpful and fun to be with and also full of amazing knowledge of wildlife... read more

    akebono2017
    September 26, 2022

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