Yesterday, our first day in the Atherton Tablelands, we did what is known here as the Waterfall Circuit, where we basically visited four waterfalls that are all in close proximity to each other (about 20 kms apart) . Each was less than a 10 minute walk from the road so this was not a strenuous undertaking. The falls were quite beautiful and for lunch we enjoyed some deli sandwiches on a log directly in front of a waterfall. But by far the highlight was the last one we visited, called Souita Falls. This one was quite a bit more secluded so there was no one around but us. As we hiked down the trail toward the falls what did our little eyes spot in the babbling brook, but a PLATYPUS! We couldn't believe it at first but it really was and he let us watch him feed and swim around for about 20 minutes, sometimes within 15 feet. Very cool. After the waterfall circuit we drove to Yungaburra, a tiny tiny town, and stayed at the "On the Wallaby" a great little hostel where Cleo,
the manager or owner (we couldn't tell) cooked us an amazing dinner of local steak and brats with mashed potatoes, sauteed onions, and salad, all for just $8 each! Our room was comfy and we slept great.
Yesterday, our first day in the Atherton Tablelands, we did what is known here as the Waterfall Circuit, where we basically visited four waterfalls that are all in close proximity to each other (about 20 kms apart) . Each was less than a 10 minute walk from the road so this was not a strenuous undertaking. The falls were quite beautiful and for lunch we enjoyed some deli sandwiches on a log directly in front of a waterfall. But by far the highlight was the last one we visited, called Souita Falls. This one was quite a bit more secluded so there was no one around but us. As we hiked down the trail toward the falls what did our little eyes spot in the babbling brook, but a PLATYPUS! We couldn't believe it at first but it really was and he let us watch him feed and swim around for about 20 minutes, sometimes within 15 feet. Very cool. After the waterfall circuit we drove to Yungaburra, a tiny tiny town, and stayed at the "On the Wallaby" a great little hostel where Cleo, 
the manager or owner (we couldn't tell) cooked us an amazing dinner of local steak and brats with mashed potatoes, sauteed onions, and salad, all for just $8 each! Our room was comfy and we slept great.
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