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Paronella Park

A unique and innovative attraction in Mena Creek, 1 1/2 hours South of Cairns. Built in the 1920’s by early ecotourism pioneer, Jose Paronella. Paronella Park is recognised as a ‘must do’ for visitors to Carins.

It is the fulfilment of José Paronella’s dreams. From the turret-topped balconies of the concrete castle, to the Hydro Electric generating plant below the falls, we stand in awe of his achievements.

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Attraction

Experiences

  • Nature attraction

Sustainability Commitment

Owner/operators Mark and Judy see themselves as custodians of José Paronella’s dream. Much like José, they view operating in an environmentally sustainable way as an obvious choice, and one that provides many benefits. For example, Mark and Judy have restored the original 1930s era hydroelectric system to once again provide all of Paronella Park’s electricity needs. Not only does this significantly reduce any negative effects on the environment, it also brings a part of José Paronella’s dream back to life. Mark describes the hydro electric system to guests on the night tour as “the heartbeat of Paronella Park."

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A certified tour guide is explaining the history of an ancient, ornate stone structure surrounded by lush trees to a family with two children in a park setting, emphasizing the principles of ecotourism.

Paronella Park

A cultural and heritage tourist attraction.

Gallery

  • A couple stands on a stone platform beside a pool with a waterfall in the background, surrounded by lush vegetation and standing structures, highlighting an ecotourism adventure.
  • A family of four, including two children, sits near a waterfall in a tropical forest, observing the cascading water and lush surroundings during their tour.
  • A couple walks hand in hand along a path through lush nature and past an old, moss-covered concrete structure in a jungle setting.
  • Two people stand by the water on a stone structure in front of a waterfall surrounded by lush nature, enjoying their tour.
  • A couple stands on a stone platform by a pool, with a multi-tiered waterfall cascading in the background surrounded by lush greenery, epitomizing the beauty of sustainable ecotourism.
  • A certified tour guide is explaining the history of an ancient, ornate stone structure surrounded by lush trees to a family with two children in a park setting, emphasizing the principles of ecotourism.
  • A group of four people, including two children, walk along a narrow path surrounded by tall trees in a dense forest on their nature tour.
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CONTACT DETAILS

1671 Japoonvale Road Mena Creek QLD 4877
P. 07 4065 0000
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QLD - Tropical North Queensland Region
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