An otherworldly expedition

is just hours away

An otherworldly expedition

is just hours away

Explore Kinrara

15 Day Cape York / Kinrara Savannah Wetlands Package

$8,980 per person (twin share)

$1,400 single supplement

35% deposit on booking


29th May 2027 - 12th June 2027
19th June 2027 - 3rd July 2027
24th July 2027 - 7th August 2027
14th August 2027 - 28th August 2027
18th September 2027 - 2nd October 2027


Embark on the ultimate North Queensland adventure — from the volcanic wetlands of Kinrara Station to the very tip of Australia at Cape York.


This 15-day expedition combines outback glamping, ancient rainforest exploration, and rugged 4WD tracks through some of Australia’s most remote and spectacular landscapes.


This journey blends the comfort of exclusive glamping and lodge stays with the excitement of off-road adventure. From volcanic craters and ancient rock art to the turquoise waters of the Torres Strait, the Cape York & Kinrara Expedition is a once-in-a-lifetime immersion into Australia’s wild northern frontier.

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"We spent five unforgettable days at Kinrara, and it was the perfect blend of adventure and luxury—immersed in nature but with all the comfort you’d want on a holiday. From cosy, beautifully styled tents and incredible food to swimming, kayaking and evenings around the campfire, every detail felt thoughtful and special, and our kids absolutely loved it. Thanks to Cathy, Mark and the Kinrara team, even the journey felt like part of the adventure—an experience we’ll be talking about for years to come and can’t recommend highly enough."

- Amy, July 2025

Every day is a new adventure

Relax

Enjoy a hand-made cocktail, curl up with a great book, or simply stare off into nature and breathe on your private deck.


Restore

Sleep easy on your ultra-comfortable camp bed. It's just what you'll need to be ready for tomorrow's big adventure.

Explore

From wetlands to waterfalls, lava flows to authentic Outback life, Kinrara's diverse landscape offers endless exploration.

Connect

There's more than nature to explore at Kinrara. You'll get to know experts and eccentrics from every walk of life.

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A land both ancient

and timeless

Kinrara National Park is an oasis in an unsuspecting landscape. The ecosystem supports exceptional biodiversity and history, from the youngest Volcano eruption in Australia and resulting ancient rainforest, unlimited water supply, Indigenous, and European Agricultural Settlement to modern-day rural life. A rich tapestry of life unfolds, ensuring an immersive and transformative experience for all.

Explore the Land

A land both ancient
and timeless

Kinrara National Park is an oasis in an unsuspecting landscape. The ecosystem supports exceptional biodiversity and history, from the youngest Volcano eruption in Australia and resulting ancient rainforest, unlimited water supply, Indigenous, and European Agricultural Settlement to modern-day rural life. A rich tapestry of life unfolds, ensuring an immersive and transformative experience for all.

Explore the Land

Community at our heart

Our family has been the stewards of this unique and diverse land for over half a century. It's land that has been continually inhabited by the Gugu Badhun for the past 20,000 years, and now hosts a cast of characters from all walks of life. From outback station hands and helicopter pilots to scientists, artists, and, of course, our family. Our mission  is to "Share our place, our stories and the spirit of the bush.” Join us, and become part of the growing Kinrara community.


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What you can expect on your Expedition

Morning Adventures

Ease into the day with a guided or self-guided hike or a kayak meet the locals, explore more than 180 bird species in our wetlands, or helicopter to the crater/lava tubes.

Rest and Rejuvenation

After a morning of exploration, enjoy a long lunch at the camp, find a hammock for a nice siesta, retreat to your tent, or explore the rich biodiversity around the campsite.

Afternoon explorations

After you've reset, we get on the move again with kayaking, swimming, 4WDing, visits to our 80-year-old homestead... Every day is an adventure waiting for you to explore.

Connect and Relax

An endlessly hot shower washes away the day before dinner, drinks, and conversation around the dining table and camp fire. A few steps out from camp and the Milky Way reaches for you from the clear fresh night air.

Memories that last a lifetime

Reviews from our guests

Fabian - Expedition 1905

'Thank you for transporting us to a magical place. Timeless, honest, sometimes harsh but always beautiful. Waking up to the raw Australiana wilderness and working station life is a once in a lifetime experience.' Your welcoming smiles, and personal yarns made us feel as if you have welcomed us into your home.

'Thank you for transporting us to a magical place. Timeless, honest, sometimes harsh but always beautiful. Waking up to the raw Australian wilderness and working station life is a once in a lifetime experience.' Your welcoming smiles, and personal yarns made us feel as if you have welcomed us into your home.

Fabian

Expedition 1905

The Henry Family - Expedition 2004

Thank you so much for hosting our ‘city slicker’ family in this magical place we feel more ‘Australian’ for the experience. We’re grateful for the jovial company and good chat, the kayaking, the opportunity to meet the horses, the chance to learn about a working cattle station, the birdlife, delicious food and sunsets.

Thank you so much for hosting our ‘city slicker’ family in this magical place we feel more ‘Australian’ for the experience. We’re grateful for the jovial company and good chat, the kayaking, the opportunity to meet the horses, the chance to learn about a working cattle station, the birdlife, delicious food and sunsets.

The Henry Family
Expedition 2004

Chris Edwards

September 2024

We stayed at Kinrara for 4 nights in September and it was an amazing experience. The site is on the edge of a lake with abundant bird wildlife, the tents are very comfortable with picture perfect views of the lake. The toilets and showers are fantastic, clean and there is plenty of hot water. The activities were fun for us adults and our kids (there were a few complaints when walking in long grass but nothing a piggyback ride couldn't cure). So that alone would score Kinrara 5 stars, but what made our experience at Kinrara next level was the team working there. Paddy our all knowledgeable guide has the patients of a saint and was incredible with our kids, he happily joined their games on the long drives to and from Kinrara and shared his knowledge and passion for the local wildlife, floral and fauna. Chef Will, your meals were beyond amazing, fantastic fresh ingredients treated simply with precision. Every meal, breakfast lunch and dinner was delicious! Whats more was Will's desire to ensure our kids were happy also, creating custom simple options, nothing was too much trouble. Lindsey, Will's partner in the kitchen, quietly enuring the high levels of service were constant throughout our stay. And not forgetting Kathy the boss, her passion for Kinrara and North Queensland is obvious, her knowledge and stories are fascinating. She is the driving force behind making Kinrara a magical place.

We stayed at Kinrara for 4 nights in September and it was an amazing experience. The site is on the edge of a lake with abundant bird wildlife, the tents are very comfortable with picture perfect views of the lake. The toilets and showers are fantastic, clean and there is plenty of hot water. The activities were fun for us adults and our kids (there were a few complaints when walking in long grass but nothing a piggyback ride couldn't cure). So that alone would score Kinrara 5 stars, but what made our experience at Kinrara next level was the team working there. Paddy our all knowledgeable guide has the patients of a saint and was incredible with our kids, he happily joined their games on the long drives to and from Kinrara and shared his knowledge and passion for the local wildlife, floral and fauna. Chef Will, your meals were beyond amazing, fantastic fresh ingredients treated simply with precision. Every meal, breakfast lunch and dinner was delicious! Whats more was Will's desire to ensure our kids were happy also, creating custom simple options, nothing was too much trouble. Lindsey, Will's partner in the kitchen, quietly enuring the high levels of service were constant throughout our stay. And not forgetting Kathy the boss, her passion for
Kinrara and North Queensland is obvious, her knowledge and stories are fascinating. She is the driving force behind making Kinrara a magical place.

Chris Edwards

September 2024

Family from Spain
August 2024

We had the most unbelievable time. Cathy and Will were amazing. The food was out of this world, he is such a great chef. The experience was superb. 

 

The kids enjoyed every minute of it. It is incredibly well run by Cathy, they are after every detail.

 

I was a bit sceptical about the tent before coming here, but they are so tidy and the beds are so comfortable and they are so clean. They are a pleasure to be in. 

 

We saw lots of kangaroos and Wallabies, and birds and we did kayaking and saw incredible wildlife. Luckily no crocs….

 

This really should be in my opinion more popular, sort of a hidden gem but more people need to know this exists.

Michael McShane
September 2024

Have you ever felt the desire to escape the 'rat race', explore your own backyard and relax for a while? If so, Kinrara Expeditions is just the solution. Driving through outback country and not knowing what to expect you soon arrive at a little piece of paradise called Kinrara.


The scenery, the bird life, the peace and quiet and the hospitality is just exceptional. Every day you wake up wondering why you'd never heard of Kinrara. And all put together by Cathy who is the ultimate host. And of course Will who amazes us with culinary skills that would do justice in any 5-Star restaurant.


And to cap if all off the 'camping' really does give meaning to the word glamping. The beds are perfect and leave you waking each day refreshed and the batteries recharged.


So am I a fan? Most definitely! What a great (and hidden) experience. Well done to Cathy, Will and the whole team.



We had the most unbelievable time. Cathy and Will were amazing. The food was out of this world, he is such a great chef. The experience was superb. 

 

The kids enjoyed every minute of it. It is incredibly well run by Cathy, they are after every detail.

 

I was a bit sceptical about the tent before coming here, but they are so tidy and the beds are so comfortable and they are so clean. They are a pleasure to be in. 

 

We saw lots of kangaroos and Wallabies, and birds and we did kayaking and saw incredible wildlife. Luckily no crocs….

 

This really should be in my opinion more popular, sort of a hidden gem but more people need to know this exists.


Family from Spain
August 2024

Have you ever felt the desire to escape the 'rat race', explore your own backyard and relax for a while? If so, Kinrara Expeditions is just the solution. Driving through outback country and not knowing what to expect you soon arrive at a little piece of paradise called Kinrara.


The scenery, the bird life, the peace and quiet and the hospitality is just exceptional. Every day you wake up wondering why you'd never heard of Kinrara. And all put together by Cathy who is the ultimate host. And of course Will who amazes us with culinary skills that would do justice in any 5-Star restaurant.


And to cap if all off the 'camping' really does give meaning to the word glamping. The beds are perfect and leave you waking each day refreshed and the batteries recharged.


So am I a fan? Most definitely! What a great (and hidden) experience. Well done to Cathy, Will and the whole team.

Michael McShane
September 2024