Platypus Bush Camp (CG)

Welcome to The Fair Dinkum Aussie Rainforest Retreat

The Platypus Bush Camp is nestled in the beautiful lowland palm-rivine rainforest of Finch Hatton Gorge in the Pioneer Valley outside Mackay, Qld. The campsite is just 2kms from the largest stretch of pristine rainforest in Australia, the “Eungella National Park” and is the perfect place to relax and enjoy mother nature at her best.

The friendly atmosphere, natural beauty and the uniqueness of the Platypus Bush Camp have guests returning time after time and describing it as nature’s paradise. Host Wally says “whether you choose to pitch a tent, park up in the RV or stay in one of the timber-slab huts, the only way to really know how magical this place is, is to get yourself here.”

The camping area is spacious and quiet with plenty of shade for tent campers, caravans, and motorhomes. Secluded campsites are also available by special arrangement. The camping area is well equipped and campers have access to toilets, rainforest showers, a large picnic and cooking shelter with tables, benches, sink and two fire pits, a small bush bar to lean on (BYO), and nature library.

There is no power, no television, no mod-cons, this is the real deal. The hustle and bustle and the sounds of civilisation are soon forgotten as you listen to the music of nature all around you; the bubbling creek, the calls of birds and the chirping chorus of cicadas, frogs, and crickets.

One of the best ways to experience the wonders of the bush camp is to spend a night or two in one of the expertly built tree houses that can accommodate two to three people. The huts create a perfect environment for you to truly experience the rainforest atmosphere. Nestled unobtrusively amongst the rainforest palms, they boast open-air windows and spectacular views of the waterways and trees. They have pull-down canvas sides to make it private and cosy, and mosquito nets in case of the very rare insect. Hut guests have access to hot showers, kitchen, and dining facilities.

Enjoy the crystal-clear Platypus viewing pool where could spot a platypus on an early morning frolic and a huge rock swimming pool. You can enjoy bird watching will see lots of wildlife and enjoy swimming in pristine waterholes. At night you can sit by the campfire amidst the trees, play your guitar or make damper and billy-tea by the soft flicker of a kerosene lamp.

This is Eco-tourism to the MAX!

HOW TO GET THERE
Follow Mackay Eungella Rd and turn into either Owens Creek Loop Road or Peoples Street which both run into Gorge Road and follow to the entrance, there is about 1 km of good dirt road and a small water crossing along the way.

SITE ACCESS
The entrance is clearly marked with signage, enter and pull up out the front and see the owners.

FEES & BOOKINGS
Fee is from $7.50/adult per night
Huts are from $75/night for 2 people
Dorm Beds from $25/night each.

Bookings only essential for Huts via the email or contact number below.

THINGS TO DO
Finch Hatton Gorge National Park
Situated 15 minutes walk from the camp is a must-see attraction for its wonderful landscape of waterfalls, lush flora, and volcanic boulder formations with many walking tracks to enjoy the tropical rainforest.

Araluen and Wheel of Fire Waterfalls
Located inside Finch Hatton Gorge National Park, perfect for a refreshing dip from its rock pools and you will be amazed with the beautiful surroundings.

Eungella National Park
The longest and the oldest stretch of the pristine subtropical rainforest with 860 plant species and a wonderful variety of wildlife.

WHAT’S NEARBY
Finch Hatton Showground
Gargett Rodeo Ground
Jolimont Caravan Park

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