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Jabiru Safari Lodge

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A self rated 3 & 1/2 star luxury Safari Lodge with ensuite facilities, the Jabiru Safari Lodge is sited on picturesque Clancy's Lagoon within the Mareeba Tropical Savanna and Wetland Reserve. It is located an hour west of Cairns on the northern edge of the Cairns Highlands/Atherton Tablelands, and provides a sanctuary for outback wildlife, including a number of Australia’s rarest bird species. The 2000 hectare Wildlife Reserve is one of the most important regional sites for native wildlife, with over 206 recorded bird species, including a unique Gouldian Finch reintroduction project, funded entirely by sustainable tourism.

The reserve is open from 9-4.30pm and staying at one of three luxury Jabiru Safari Lodges or one of two eco cabins allows exclusive access to the best bird and wildlife viewing times at dawn and dusk. The Jabiru Safari Lodge offers small-group sunset tours of the Reserve, complete with a quiet electric motor eco-cruise to view waterbirds, a visit to a wetland bird-hide and a stop to boil the billy. The sunset over Clancy's Lagoon is welcomed with wine and cheese on the deck and provides a suitable finale to a magical experience.

In addition to numerous waterbirds, the endangered Buff-breasted Button Quail is also endemic. Staying at the Jabiru Safari Lodge entitles you to free annual membership of the Wildlife Conservancy of Tropical Queensland.

Since opening in 1999, the Reserve has become an award winning important major regional attraction for visitors, providing visitor facilities, walking trails, bird-watching eco-cruises, canoes and a Sunset Safari to allow you to explore the reserve at the best time of the day.

The exclusive accommodation consists of three African-style tented safari cabins with ensuite hot showers and flushing toilets and 2 solar-powered eco cabins. Each safari cabin is equipped with a double and single bed, fridge and a decking with tables and chairs. Coffee and tea making facilities and a toaster are provided. A new addition to the lodge is a spa tub, to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. In keeping with the eco-tourist nature of the experience, phones, radio and television are not available in the rooms. Mobile phone coverage is available. A resident Camp Host will assist with any requests or problems.

A breakfast pack is included in the rate. Evening BBQ meals can be self-catered or a BBQ pack can be ordered with at least 12 hours notice and paid direct to the office. The Overflow Cafe at Clancy's Lagoon provides lunch options. Alternative dining options can be had by driving 15 minutes to Mareeba. All Safari cabins are equipped with a limited minibar. Special requests may be made in advance for specific products.

For those without transport, transfers from Cairns can be organised.

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Activities and facilities

  • BBQ facilities
  • Café
  • Gay friendly
  • Non-motorised water sports
  • Non-smoking floors
  • Spa/Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Tour desk
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Location Pickford Road
Biboohra 4880 QLD Australia

Jabiru Safari Lodge

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Rooms and rates

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Room description
Rates shown in Australian Dollars (AU$) & are tax inclusive per room. Card fees apply
Book Deluxe Safari Tent B&B AU$258 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278 278
Book Eco Safari Tent B&B AU$196 218 218 218 218 218 218 218 218 218 218 218 Sold218 218
Book Deluxe Safari Single B&B AU$159 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179 179
Book Eco Safari Single B&B AU$128 Sold149 149 149 149 149 149 149 149 149 149 Sold149 149
Book Deluxe Safari Tent B&B
Rates are for 2 people with continental breakfast. BBQ on deck for self catering. BBQ packs available. Watch the sun set over the lagoon as you relax on your own private balcony.
Rates are for 2 people. Extra adults AU$95.00. Extra children AU$45.00. The room caters for a maximum of 3 adults, and a maximum of 2 children but cannot exceed 3 guests in total.
Double bed Single bed
1 double and 1 single
Cancellation policy: Minimum 24 Hours (1st night) ( Details )

Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.

  • Balcony / courtyard
  • Fans
  • Kitchenette (basic facilities)
  • Mini bar
  • Opening windows
  • Refrigerator - bar size
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee Making
Book Eco Safari Tent B&B
Rates are for 2 people in an Eco safari tent with continental breakfast. BBQ on deck for self catering. BBQ packs available.There is no restaurant.
Rates are for 2 people. Extra adults AU$73.50. Extra children AU$36.00. The room caters for a maximum of 3 adults, and a maximum of 1 child but cannot exceed 3 guests in total.
Double bed Single bed
1 double and 1 single
Cancellation policy: Minimum 24 Hours (1st night) ( Details )

Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.

  • Balcony / courtyard
  • Fans
  • Kitchenette (basic facilities)
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Refrigerator - bar size
  • Shower over bath
  • Tea/Coffee Making
Book Deluxe Safari Single B&B
Rates are for 1 person in a deluxe safari tent with continental breakfast. BBQ on deck for self catering. BBQ packs available. Watch the sun set over the lagoon as you relax on your own private balcony
Rates are for 1 person. The room caters for a maximum of 1 adult.
Double bed
1 double
Cancellation policy: Minimum 24 Hours (1st night) ( Details )

Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.

  • Balcony / courtyard
  • Fans
  • Kitchenette (basic facilities)
  • Mini bar
  • Opening windows
  • Refrigerator - bar size
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee Making
Book Eco Safari Single B&B
Rates are for 1 person in an Eco safari tent with continental breakfast. BBQ on deck for self catering. BBQ packs available. Watch the sun set over the lagoon as you relax on your own private balcony
Rates are for 1 person. The room caters for a maximum of 1 adult.
Single bed
1 single
or
Double bed
1 double
Cancellation policy: Minimum 24 Hours (1st night) ( Details )

Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.

  • Balcony / courtyard
  • Fans
  • Kitchenette (basic facilities)
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Refrigerator - bar size
  • Shower over bath
  • Tea/Coffee Making
Check In 1400hrs
Check In Instructions Reception is in the Visitor Centre. Please arrive by 3pm if you intend to do the sunset safari. If arriving after 4pm please ring the lodge to make arrangements as the gate will be locked.
Check Out 1000hrs
Getting There By Car
From Cairns
Travel 64 km north via the Captain Cook Highway and the Kennedy Highway to Mareeba and turn right into the Peninsular Development Road. Jabiru Safari Lodge can be accessed by turning (left) west at Biboohra, 6.5 km north of Mareeba on the Peninsular Development Road, into Pickford Rd. The well-signposted access road is 7km of unsealed road but in good condition for conventional vehicles. Hire companies permit their 2wd vehicles to travel the road.

From Port Douglas
Take theRex Range via Jullaten and Mt Molloy continue on towards Mareeba and at Biboohra (25.7km) turn right into Pickford Rd (signposted Mareeba Wetlands Reserve). The well-signposted access road is 7km of unsealed road but in good condition for conventional vehicles. Hire companies permit their 2wd vehicles to travel the road.
Parking On arrival, park in the guest car park and walk 150 metres to reception inside the Visitor Centre for check-in. You will then be directed down to the safari lodge for parking by your cabin. The gate is locked for security from 4.30pm-9am. If arriving after 4.00 pm, please call in advance to arrange key access.
Things To Do Jabiru Safari Lodge
The pace of life at Jabiru Safari Lodge is dictated by nature. From early morning wildlife safaris to sunset cheese and wine, hikes along the kilometres of tracks through the Reserve, wildlife spotlighting, stargazing in the spectacularly clear tropical nights, or paddling hand-crafted timber canoes - this is rush hour outback style!

Guiding and Touring
Whether exploring by foot, electric boat, canoe or vehicle, Jabiru Safari Lodge allows guests to fully experience the wildlife and Tropical Savanna environment. Safaris take guests by vehicle deep into the heart of the Reserve to explore lagoons, usually teeming with birdlife, with an expert local guide.

For a more personalised experience, allow our guide to spend some quality time with you, locating many of the rare and elusive bird and animal species. Alternatively, strike off on you own to explore at your own pace the 12km of marked walking trails.

The quiet electric motors of our eco-cruise allow you to get up close and personal to the many waterbird species on Clancy’s Lagoon. Alternatively, canoe at your own pace around the tranquil Lagoon.

Private Guiding
The services of our expert guide are available to assist you in fully appreciating the delights of the Reserve. A Private guiding experience will allow you to find the elusive bird and animal species and learn about the savanna and wetland environments under the watchful eye of our seasoned professional guide. $95 per person.



Sunset Safari
Enjoy the afternoon cruise on Clancy's Lagoon then travel into the heart of the 2000 hectare reserve for wildlife viewing, bird watching and some billy tea. Enjoy wine and cheese while the sunsets over the picturesque lagoon.
Cost: $68 Adult, $34 Child
Daily departures 3.30pm

Nature Eco Cruise
A relaxed 45 minute nature-focussed guided eco-cruise on Clancy's Lagoon.
Cost: $15 Adult $ 7.50 child
Cruises daily: 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm

Canoeing
Take a leisurely paddle around Clancy's Lagoon at your own pace in a locally- made handcrafted wooden canoe.

Early Morning Wildlife Safari
Enjoy the early morning delights of the Mareeba Wetlands with a morning guided tour. Departs at 7:00am. Drive through the reserve spotting up to 30 different bird species along the way to Pandanus Lagoon. Finishes 10:00am.
Cost: $68 pp
Departs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Self Guided walks
With over 12km of marked walking trails, you can explore the reserve's numerous self-guided walks at your leisure. Interpretive information is available on 4 separate walks.


With kangaroos, wallabies and quolls and over 200 species of birds on offer, the Outback Experience is a nature-lover's delight.

Other nearby attractions include the Australian Coffee Centre, the Atherton Tablelands, the Kuranda Rainforest, Lake Tinaroo and the beautiful Cairns Highlands.