Located 300km west of Cairns, The working station "Wrotham Park" is a breeding station running approximately 35,000 predominantly Brahman cattle on 596,430 hectares. The station has three major river systems - the Lynd, Mitchell and Walsh Rivers on Cape York Peninsula - which runs through the entire property. Production of the property is breeding steers for the growing-out areas. Station operations consist of two rounds of mustering using horses, motorbikes and helicopters.

This premium outback station is a joint project between The Australian Agricultural Company, R.M.Williams Holdings Limited and Voyages.

'The Homestead' and ten guest 'Quarters', are located on a spectacular site high above the banks of the Mitchell River.

Wrotham Park Station caters to a maximum of 20 guests, providing an unparalleled outback experience that brings together wilderness, wildlife and a hint of luxury.

In combining the rich heritage of Australia's rural history and classic outback cattle station life with a premium resort experience, Wrotham Park Station provides visitors with a unique opportunity to engage with Australia's heartland. Guests are able to immerse themselves in the rugged beauty of vast landscapes and engage in activities that showcase legendary outback life and the experiences of outback stockman.

Mat Daniel and his team have created a program revealing the beauty of the Australian Outback. Wrotham Park Station is a 40 minute flight from Cairns.

Services & Facilities

• Reception is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Major credit cards accepted.
• Foreign Exchange and Travellers Cheques cashed
• Safety Deposit Facilities
• Postal Service
• Daily laundry service (dry cleaning not available)
• Swimming Pool
• Plasma screen television
• Dining

Dining at Wrotham is based on a gourmet interpretation of traditional country fare, a modern style of dining that echoes stockman on the muster trail gathering round-the-camp-fire to share stories and a meal. Station Managers join guests on some of the dinner-party style evenings. Local produce is highlighted throughout Wrotham's menu, including AACO's premium grade beef, the world-renowned '1824' brand.

Meals can be tailored to cater for your dietary needs. Guests are requested to give advance notice of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

The tariff includes all meals and beverages.

Bar & Lounge

The relaxed guest lounge features a self-service bar stocked with a range of refreshing beverages. The bar is open 24 hours.

Combine your stay at Wrotham Park Station with a few days in the Daintree Rainforest at Silky Oaks Lodge or on one of Voyages tropical islands. The choices are many and varied.

Located 300km west of Cairns, a 40 minute flight away, the resort is located on The Australian Agricultural Company's 600,000 hectare property Wrotham Park. The resort is situaed on an escarpment overlooking the Mitchell River.

Regular flights are available from all Australian capital cities with Qantas or Virgin Blue to Cairns (CNS)

From Cairns, guests have the following transfer options:

Skytrans Charter Flight
Skytrans Airlines operates charter flights to Wrotham Park Station from Cairns Airport (45 minutes), Dunk Island (60 minutes), Lizard Island (80 minutes) and Cow Bay Airstrip just north of the Daintree River (60 minutes).

Baggage allowance for these transfers may be limited to one suitcase and one small carry-on item of hand luggage. There are complimentary facilities for storing excess luggage at the Skytrans terminal.

Helicopter Transfer
Charter helicopter transfers between Cairns and Wrotham Park Station (1 hour) are available with Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Group.

Self drive from Cairns is possible and takes approximately 4 hours. The journey to Wrotham Park Station requires a four-wheel drive vehicle as some sections of road are unsealed. Car rental is available through all major car rental companies from Cairns Airport and City.

Wrotham Park Station