Mt. Mulligan Lodge

Mount Mulligan Lodge is located in Queensland’s outback, 160 kilometres northwest of Cairns. Guests can arrive in ultimate style via 35-minute helicopter transfer, or travel by 4WD in approximately 2.5 to 3 hours from Cairns Airport (CNS). Airport transfers are not included in your package. Please see Fine Print for more information on getting to Mount Mulligan Lodge.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Valid for travel from 1 March 2024 until 19 January 2025 (bookings must be made before 19 November 2024).

Infant Policy: Please note, infants under 3 years cannot be accommodated in the Outback Retreat or Outback Room.

Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.

Surcharge: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night, applies for certain dates and is payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar.

Package Inclusions: Inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking confirmation for details.

Check Availability: To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, click on ‘Check Availability’ and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select available dates. Dates with a surcharge are identified.

Buy Now, Choose Dates Later: If you want to secure this offer and don’t know when you want to travel please select ‘Buy Now, Choose Dates Later’. This will secure your package and give you the flexibility to choose your travel dates — within the book by and validity period and subject to availability. To select dates post purchase, simply select ‘My Escapes’ under the ‘My Account’ tab and follow the prompts.

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date.

Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service ONE date change in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 45 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.

Please Note:

• Menus are subject to change without notice.
• For guests who leave on the helicopter, late checkout will be offered (subject to availability). The lodge has a departure lounge available for guests’ use. Helicopter transfers have a weight capacity. These will be communicated upon reservation.
• Breakfast is available from 8am. Lunch is served from 1pm and dinner is served from 7pm.
• Reservations for the Ah Bowers tour will be made at time of booking. Upon arrival at the lodge, the activities manager will go through a personalised guest itinerary.
• The bar is open throughout the day.
• Cocktails and cellar wines are not included in the free-flow drinks and must be paid for seperately.
• If guests wish to swap their included lunch at the lodge for a gourmet picnic hamper, they must advise reception one day in advance.
• Outback experiences are subject to availability and run on selected days of the week only. Experiences include ATV adventure, sunset drinks, tour of the Mount Mulligan townshop and coal mine, Tyrconnell gold mine, Mulligan station tour and nature walks. These are determined by the lodge and here’s no need to book in advance.
• Mt. Mulligan Lodge is closed annually for the wet season (January to February)

Transfers:

Mt. Mulligan Lodge is situated in Queensland’s outback, 160 kilometres northwest of Cairns. Guests can reach the property via a 35-minute helicopter transfer or a 2.5- to 3-hour 4WD journey from Cairns. Please note transfers to and from the property are not included in the Luxury Escapes package and must be arranged and paid for separately with Mt. Mulligan Lodge.

Mt. Mulligan Lodge will contact guests to arrange transfers. Alternatively, guests may contact the property at +61(0)7 4777 7377 or reservations@northernescape.com.au as soon as their Luxury Escapes booking is confirmed to arrange their transfers.

Transfers by helicopter: Easily accessible from Cairns Airport, enjoy a 35-minute helicopter transfer over the Kuranda Range and Atherton Tablelands to Mt. Mulligan. Domestic passengers arriving into Cairns Airport will be met at the baggage carousel by a friendly member of the Nautilus Aviation team. International passengers will be met after security screening in the arrivals hall – look out for a Nautilus Aviation sign with your surname. For any guests making their own way to the Nautilus Aviation hangar, the address is Hangar 9, Bush Pilot’s Ave, General Aviation, Aeroglen Queensland. Guests are to meet at the hangar no later than 30 minutes prior to their scheduled helicopter departure time.

• Cairns to Mt. Mulligan – departing 2pm, arriving 2.35pm
• Mt. Mulligan to Cairns – departing 2.35pm, arriving 3.10pm

The Lodge offers one daily helicopter service from Cairns. Seats are A$450 per person each way. If the daily scheduled charter is fully booked on your preferred dates of travel, or if the scheduled timings do not coincide with your itinerary, a bespoke helicopter charter ex-Cairns may be arranged at an additional cost, starting at A$1,270 for up to two guests, each way.

Transfers by road: Mt. Mulligan Lodge is a 2.5- to 3-hour 4WD journey from Cairns. The final 45 minutes of the drive is off-road, so unless you are confident and experienced with driving 4WD vehicles on unsealed roads, booking a private 4WD land transfer is suggested. During the wet season (January to March), booking a helicopter charter is recommended, as road closures may occur. Please get in touch with the reservations team to arrange your transfers.

A road transfer for up to four guests starts at A$1,055 each way.

For more information visit https://www.mountmulligan.com/getting-there/

Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.

The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.

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