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Wildlife Safaris & Activities

Daily wildlife safaris and all activities are included in the Lodge's All Inclusive tariff and are available for day visitors and bed & breakfast guests.

Our custom-designed, open safari vehicle allows excellent wildlife and birdlife viewing as we tour the Reserve at a leisurely pace. Kangaroos, wallabies, wallaroos, emus and wild pigs are regularly sighted, along with many of the 220 bird species sighted on the Reserve. The highlight of any wildlife safari is Pandanus Lagoon and its prolific birdlife viewed from our Bird-hides.

The evening roost of several hundred Brolgas and Sarus Cranes, the prolific birdlife of Pandanus Lagoon include Jabirus, Jacans, Black Swans, Pelicans, Magpie Geese, Egrets, Ibis, Cormorants and Darters,

For further information on the prolific birdlife please refer to our full Reserve Bird list, the Mammal list, the Frog list and the Reptile list.







Sunset Wildlife Safari

Enjoy the afternoon eco-cruise by quiet battery-powered boatc on Clancy's Lagoon then travel in our custom-designed, open safari vehicle into the heart of the 2000 hectare Reserve for wildlife viewing, bird watching and some billy tea at Pandanus Lagoon. Cap off a wonderful day by enjoying wine and cheese while the sun sets over the picturesque lagoon. Click here for a detailed itnerary.

'Early Birders' Safari

Enjoy the early morning delights of the Mareeba Wetlands with a morning guided tour departing at 7:00am. We drive in our custom-designed, open safari vehicle through the Reserve spotting up to 50 different bird species along the way to Pandanus Lagoon. Click here for a detailed itnerary.

Outback Explorer Safari

Departing at 11.30 am you travel by our open safari vehicle, specially-designed for wildlife viewing through the Reserve to Balancing Lagoon with wildlife spotting en-route. We stop for a snack and a swim at Douglas Cascades returning to the Lodge by 1.30pm. Click here for a detailed itnerary.

Canoeing

Take a leisurely paddle around Clancy's Lagoon at your own pace in a locally-made handcrafted wooden canoe.

Nature Eco Cruise

A relaxed 30 minute nature-focussed guided eco-cruise in a battery powered boat explores the birdlife and wildlife of Clancy's Lagoon

Private Guiding

The services of our expert guide are available to assist you in fully appreciating the delights of the Reserve. A private guiding experience will allow the enthusiast to spot that elusive bird and animal species and learn about the savannah and wetland environments under the watchful eye of our seasoned professional guide. $85.00 per hour.

Self Guided Walks

Explore the Savanna and wetlands environment at your leisure with over 12km of marked walking trails. Interpretive information is available at the Interpretive Centre on 4 separate easy-graded walks of one and two hour duration. Click here for a map of the walking trails.


Interpretive Centre

In the midst of the dry savanna country of the Australian Outback lies Clancy's Lagoon with its spectacular Interpretive Centre. The Interpretive Centre is a blend of modern and vernacular North Queensland architecture using the traditional materials of tin and timber with sweeping views to the west and north across Clancy's Lagoon to the Hann Tableland National Park. The centre is staffed by expert guides ready with advice and assistance on activities and natural history.

The Centre is the hub for all tours and activities and houses the Gouldian Finch aviary, reference library, interpretive information on conservation projects and the birdlife of the Lagoon and a spotting scope for birdlife and wildlife viewing from the deck.

Whether exploring by foot, electric boat, canoe or vehicle, Jabiru Safari Lodge allows guests to fully experience the wildlife and Tropical savanna environment.


Bookings & Enquiries

Please contact us for enquiries, or click here for secure online bookings.






Advanced Eco Tourism Accredited

Tourism Tropical North Queensland Tourism Award Finalist

Cairns Highlands


Cape York / Iron Range Birding Tour
11 Days - October 19-29 2010


Tourism Naturally presents their 11 Day Cape York / Iron Range Birding Tour. Led by Jabiru Safari Lodge Bird Guide and Cape York Expert David 'Chook' Crawford, the 4wd tour visits Jabiru Safari Lodge, Lakefield National Park, Iron Range National Park and Weipa. Accommodation includes Lotus Bird Lodge and Iron Range Motel. Targeted species include Buff-breasted Paradise Kingfisher, Eclectus Parrot, Palm Cockatoo and Golden-shouldered Parrot. Click here for a brochure...

All-inclusive price for the 11 days is $4295 per person twin share and places are limited. Call 1800 788 755 or email info@jabirusafarilodge.com.au.

David 'Chook' Crawford



Cairns Highlands Bird Week
May 2 to May 9 2010 and
September 26 to October 2 2010


Jabiru Safari Lodge is pleased to offer their third highlands bird week. Kicking off with the Gouldian Finch release and culminating in the annual crane count. From the base at Jabiru Safari Lodge, Reserve Guide 'Chook' Crawford will offer a wetlands' birding experience within the 2000 hectare Mareeba Tropical savannah and Wetland Reserve before venturing further afield to nearby rainforest, river, outback and coastal environments in search of elusive species. Bird Week Flyer...

The all-inclusive price for the 8 days is from $2095 per person in an Eco Cabin. Bookings are essential as places are limited. Call 1800 788 755 or email us at info@jabirusafarilodge.com.au. NB: The May 2010 event does not include the crane count and Gouldian Release.




Jabiru Safari Lodge is located in the Mareeba Wetlands Reserve 1 hour west of Cairns and 1 hour SW of Port Douglas - Click here for driving directions.

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     P: 1800 788 755 (Intl: + 61 7 4093 2514) | E: info@jabirusafarilodge.com.au


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