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Helicopter hopping between Queensland’s most iconic lodges

Helicopter hopping between Queensland’s most iconic lodges

Explore reefs, tropical forests and epic outback on a new six-night itinerary in the Sunshine State.

The outdoor infinity pool at Silky Oaks Lodge. Julien Kingma

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rom the air, far northern Queensland reveals itself in a cornucopia of colour: The blues of the Great Barrier Reef; the dark green canopy of the Daintree, the oldest rainforest on the planet; the softer hues of the Atherton Tablelands; and, further west, the sombre reds and browns of outback cattle country.

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Steve MeachamFreelance writerSteve Meacham is a freelance writer.

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