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Wallaman Falls, Australia

From series “Greatest Waterfalls on Earth”
Height: 300 m.

The biggest waterfall in Australia is the Wallaman Falls. Its height is about 300 meters. This attractive natural object finds its place in the extensive rainforest, a small river Stony Creek supply the waterfall. As far back, as 1958 the Wallaman Falls was recognized the landmark of the global value. Today it is one of the most visited natural objects of the country.

Wallaman Falls, Australia It is noteworthy that the formation of the beautiful waterfall resulted from one of the most destructive natural forces - erosion. For thousands of years such a unique natural relief has been developed in this area that nothing similar can be found. And the harmonious appearance of the waterfall underlines this uniqueness. According to scientists, the formation of the falls began over 50 million years ago. Previously the course of the Herbert River have been running here.

For millions of years the river has changed its course leaving behind a chain of high ledges and other unusual geological formations. The Queensland tropical rain forest where the waterfall is located is also a natural object of world significance. A lot of rare plants, exotic animals and insects are presented on its territory. In the study of the waterfall’s surroundings, scientists have detected about 380 species of plants. Dense rainforests are home to more than a hundred species of animals, many of which are under threat of extinction. Next - Waterfalls Tamarin


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Wallaman Falls - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'nab atm' located in 26 km ( check the route on the map).
Fuel station: 'Shell Herbert Valley D'Way' in 26 km
Supermarket: 'Herbalife Products' in 26 km
Apotheek: 'Cantatore Pharmacy' in 26 km
Police station: 'Ingham Police Station' in 26 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Flames at Tropixx' in 26 km
Railway station: 'Tokalon' in 27 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Townsville Airport TSV - in 115 km
 »  Cairns Airport CNS - in 193 km

Best hotels near Wallaman Falls

Herbert Valley Motel

Located in 26 km from Wallaman Falls
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Rooms: 30
The air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a fridge, an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV. The en suite bathroom comes with a shower. The … More: photo, rates and booking
Kookaburra Holiday Park

Located in 41 km from Wallaman Falls
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Rooms: 35
Cardwell Kookaburra Holiday Park is perfectly positioned for visits to Hinchinbrook Island and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. It is 5 minutes' … More: photo, rates and booking
Hinchinbrook Marine Cove

Located in 45 km from Wallaman Falls
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Rooms: 50
Guests have a choice of accommodation options, set on 10 hectares of landscaped gardens. The motel-style units are fully air-conditioned with a mini … More: photo, rates and booking
Orpheus Island Resort

Located in 62 km from Wallaman Falls
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Rooms: 17
Guests enjoy an infinity pool, a bar and a restaurant with an alfresco-style dining area. Accommodation rates include all gourmet meals prepared by … More: photo, rates and booking

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