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Sarina Sugar Shed - Tour Of The Tropics - Mackay

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Watch sugar cane history come to life on a fun and informative tour at Sarina Sugar Shed!

Watch sugar cane history come to life on a fun and informative tour at Sarina Sugar Shed!

Highlights

  • Fun and informative tour to discover the sugar cane process from start to finish
  • Learn all about the Mackay region sugar cane pioneering days
  • Enjoy alcohol and food tastings made onsite to showcase sugar in its finished form
  • With a cafe and retail store, Sarina Sugar Shed provides a unique and genuine Queensland experience

Experience the rich heritage of sugar cane in the Mackay region with this unique paddock-to-plate-to-bottle food tourism experience at Sarina Sugar Shed.

A multiple award-winning destination, recognized as a prestigious Best of Queensland Experience, you'll embark on a one-hour guided tour behind the scenes of a miniature sugar mill and boutique distillery.

With an expert guide leading the way you'll learn about the history of sugar cane farming in the region and see modern methods in action. You'll also have a chance to taste freshly-crushed sugar cane juice and sample the award-winning rum and liqueur products made on-premises (age 18+ only), as well as delicious chutneys, sauces and relishes made with locally sourced produce.

You can even treat the kids with non-alcoholic ginger beer, freshly-spun fairy floss and homemade Mooscoop ice cream all available in the retail store. Plus, you can combine this experience with the Sarina Sugar Shed Rum Distillery Experience for a comprehensive look into the full rum distilling process.

Adult $27.50
Child $13.80 (5 - 17 years)
Family $75.00 (2 Adults + 2 Children)

What's included

  • One-hour guided tour of the sugar cane crushing process
  • Sample freshly-crushed sugar cane juice
  • See heritage machinery used on early sugar cane farms
  • Taste products made onsite
  • Use of umbrellas for shade and wet weather conditions

Duration

  • Allow approximately 1 hour for the tour

Location

  • Railway Square
  • Sarina QLD 4737
  • Australia

Notes

  • Guidelines:

    Alcohol products can only be consumed by visitors aged 18 and over - ID may be requested.

    Water is provided during the tour, however, visitors are encouraged to bring their own water as there is limited air-conditioning during the tour.

    Dogs are welcome in a designated area of the cafe, with a dog water bowl provided. However, except for assistance dogs, dogs are not allowed on tour or off a leash.

    Many dietary requirements are catered for in the cafe.

Available Bookings from 29 Apr to 12 May 2024

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catherinel20 from Australia wrote on 17 August 2023

Great tour

Great tour, learnt lots about the industry. Got to taste some yummy products. Kids enjoyed the tour and loved the fairy floss

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From Sarina Sugar Shed - Tour Of The Tropics - Mackay

Hi Catherine, thank you so much for taking the time to give us your feedback. I am glad the tour was enjoyed by kids and adults alike and the tasting is certainly a highlight! Enjoy your travels. Kind regards Adele

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