Airlie Beach Waterfalls & Rainforest Walk: Cedar Creek Falls

Cedar Creek Waterfalls flow year-round only when rainfall fills them. The rainforest walk happens regardless.

A four-hour guided bushwalk from Airlie Beach into Conway National Park, ending at Cedar Creek Waterfalls where you swim or soak in natural rock pools. An accredited eco guide leads the route through rainforest, sharing knowledge of the region's flora, fauna and cultural heritage. Pickup from Airlie Beach is included, along with snacks and an air-conditioned vehicle. The walk is graded easy to moderate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore waterfalls and rainforest walk

• Visit Cedar Creek Waterfalls
• Swim or relax in rock pools
• Walk through Conway National Park rainforest

The experience

Cedar Creek Waterfalls is the centerpiece: a natural cascade where you can cool off in rock pools, swim if the water depth allows, or simply sit and take in the sound and mist. The guide will help you make the most of the site, whether you're in the water or watching from the rocks. The walk itself moves through rainforest under towering trees and dense foliage inside Conway National Park, revealing the layered ecosystem as you go.

An accredited eco nature guide leads the tour and provides insightful commentary on what you're walking through: the plants, animals and cultural history of the Whitsundays. This is not a silent hike. The guide's knowledge shapes what you notice and understand about the landscape. The pace is easy to moderate, so the walk is accessible without being rushed. Snacks are provided during the outing, and you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to and from the trailhead, which matters if you're staying in Airlie without a rental car.

One practical note: waterfalls depend on recent rainfall, so Cedar Creek may not be flowing at full force when you visit. The rainforest walk and the natural pools remain, but the cascade itself is not guaranteed. The tour runs regardless, and the guide will adjust what you see based on conditions on the day.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off from Airlie Beach in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a four-hour guided bushwalk led by an accredited eco nature guide.
• access to Cedar Creek Waterfalls and the natural rock pools.
• snacks during the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except WednesdayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years)

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 31 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcome

Operated by Airlie Beach Driftwood Tours

Is this one for you?Pickup from Airlie Beach means you don't need a car or rental to reach the trailhead, so this suits anyone staying in town without transport. The four-hour format fits a half-day outing if you have other plans in the afternoon.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (1 to 2 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly happens at Cedar Creek Waterfalls when I get there?

Cedar Creek Waterfalls is a natural cascade where you can swim or soak in rock pools at the base, depending on water depth and your comfort. You can also sit on the rocks and take in the setting without entering the water. The guide will help you decide what works for you.

How long is the walk through the rainforest, and how hard is it?

The entire tour is four hours from pickup to drop-off. The bushwalk itself is graded easy to moderate, so it suits most fitness levels without being strenuous. You'll move through rainforest under tall trees, but the pace is steady rather than steep.

Does the tour include lunch, or should I eat before I go?

Snacks are provided during the tour. Lunch is not included, so eating a meal before pickup or bringing your own food is a good idea if you prefer a full midday meal.

How do I get to the starting point if I don't have a car?

Pickup from Airlie Beach is included in the tour, so the guide will collect you from your accommodation or a central meeting point and drive you to the trailhead in an air-conditioned vehicle. You don't need to arrange your own transport.

What is Conway National Park, and why does the walk go through it?

Conway National Park is the rainforest reserve that surrounds Cedar Creek Waterfalls. The walk takes you through the park's dense foliage and ecosystem so you see the full landscape (the trees, plants and wildlife) that make the waterfall site what it is, rather than just arriving at the falls themselves.

Are the waterfalls always flowing when the tour runs?

Cedar Creek Waterfalls depend on rainfall, so the cascade may not be at full flow during dry periods. The natural rock pools and rainforest walk happen regardless, but the waterfall's volume can vary. The guide will let you know what to expect on the day of your tour.