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Platypus Bush Camp


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Gorge Road | Finch Hatton, Mackay 4756, Australia
Property Type: Cabin/Campground
  • Cabin – Small guest accommodation, normally in a rustic setting with other cabins or campsites on the same property. Campground – Property set up for tents and RVs; entrance fee often includes fireplaces for cooking, toilets, showers, utility hookups and access to outdoor recreation.

TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3.5 based on 2 reviews Rooms
    • 3.5 based on 3 reviews Service
    • 3.5 based on 2 reviews Value
    • 3.5 based on 3 reviews Cleanliness

Reviews of Platypus Bush Camp

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5 of 5 stars
Whitsundays
Jan 4, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

After working hard in the last year with no time off... we all decided to head down to Wazza's bush camp for a few days. I knew we would be in for a challenge with the wet season approaching... but the gorge, the platypus's and the outdoor rain forest shower that Wazza heats up each morning with wood was my... more

Nov 23, 2008

We had a really nice time. We booked a hut. On the website it is still 75 dollar, but now it is 100 dollars. He told that is already for 1,5 year, but it is still not changed in his website. But for a real bushexperience. Platypus is the place to be. The bush showers are excellent too. more

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5 of 5 stars
sunshine coast
Jan 3, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We are a family of 5 and have just spent our second visit to Wazza's. We camp in his lovely private camping ground right next to the river. this place is a very special place for those who do not wish for the luxuries of a hotel. This place is A-natural....the showers are hot in the late afternoon and they... more

Oct 2, 2007

If you don’t believe in fairies, you need to spend a couple of nights with Wazza at the Platypus Bushcamp. Wander out of your bush hut just after dark and you’ll find the fairies weaving their way through the rainforest trees, with their little tails as bright as shining stars. If you’re lucky enough you might even be able to... more

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1 of 5 stars
herethere&everywhere
Mar 26, 2007
5/6 found this review helpful

Arriving early in Platypus Bush Camp, Gorge Road, Finch Hatton, Eungella NP,meant finding that the creek was high and only 4WD could cross the 5 fords to the camp. This was Wazza's place and he gave us a lift across. There were only 2 other people, australian tourists from up state. The wet season was just beginning, mid January 2007.... more

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Platypus Bush Camp Address

Gorge Road | Finch Hatton, Mackay 4756, Australia