At Finch Hatton Gorge near Mackay, it is not unusual to see people hanging around the rainforest, in fact, swinging through the trees.

Forest Flying is an eco-tourism experience set up to give you a unique view of the rainforest. With a personal harness you can glide along the 350metres of cable from 25metres above the ground, controlling your own speed and taking in the beauty below you.

The one to two hour guided session is open to all ages and includes a guided forest walk, learning about rainforest plants and bush tucker, as well as your flight through the rainforest canopy. Finch Hatton Gorge is renowned for its lovely bush walks, gorgeous waterfalls, pristine mountain streams and a stunning natural environment.

Getting there:

Situated in Finch Hatton Gorge, 70km inland from Mackay.

Once in Mackay or Airlie Beach you can book a bus to Forest Flying with Jungle Johnos Tours Ph 07 4951 3728 or Reeforest Tours Ph 07 4953 1000

By train:

Catch The Sunlander or Tilt Train to Mackay. Finch Hatton Gorge is located an hour drive from Mackay. To book your rail adventure call Traveltrain Holidays on 1800 627 655.

Further information:

If you can do an average bush walk you can do Forest Flying

Ph 07 4958 3359