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We suggest you bring the following equipment:
1 canvas bag or backpack,
1 set rain gear (incl. rain jacket, pants, hat/cap),
1 warm jacket or vest (May through August),
hiking boots,
sunglasses,
sunscreen lotion,
plastic water bottle,
Optional: Camera, binoculars.
Wallaman Falls provides a gateway to the Wet Tropics Great Walk. With 110km of walking opportunities, including short and overnight walks, there is something for everyone.
(1) Banggurru walk
800m return (Allow 45mins) Grade: Easy
The Banggurru (Bun-gu-roo — turtle) walk provides an opportunity for the whole family to experience some of the beauty of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, in the rainforest along the banks of Stony Creek. Read more about this walk
(2) Jinda walk
1.6km return (Allow 2hrs) Grade: Moderate
The Jinda (Yin-da — falls) walk goes to the base of the falls. Be prepared for a steep descent and ascent on unstable surfaces. A moderate level of fitness is required. Read more about this walk
(3) Buujan Quiinbiira walk
37.5km one way (Allow 2 days) Grade: Difficult
The Buujan Quiinbiira (Boo-jun quin bee-rr-ar) walk is an overnight section of the Wet Tropics Great Walk, from Wallaman Falls to Yamanie Section pick-up. Read more about this walk
(4) Jagany walk
56.8km one way (Allow 3 days) Grade: Difficult.
The Jagany (Jar-gar-nee — goanna) walk is a section of the Wet Tropics Great Walk, from Wallaman Falls to Henrietta Gate. Read more about this walk
(5) Gugigugi walk
38.3km one way (Allow 2 days) Grade: Difficult.
The Gugigugi (Goo-ji goo-ji — butterfly) walk is an overnight section of the Wet Tropics Great Walk, from Henrietta Gate to Yamanie Section pick-up. Read more about this walk
National Parks Camping permit
Camping permits are required for camping in Girringun National Park and along the Wet Tropics Great Walk. Permits must be obtained before you begin.
To obtain a camping permit:
Minimum group size on most tours is 3 with a maximum of 12.
- Hotel Pickup
- transportation in minibus
- admission to the national parks
- services of a guide
- Picnic Lunch
- Aussie Smoko
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