Mareeba sits on the Atherton Tablelands behind Cairns, at a comfortable elevation that avoids the worst of the coastal humidity. It's a major hub for mangoes, avocados, macadamias, and tropical fruit.
$25–32/hr
Nov–Jun
Tropical highland. Warm year-round (25–33°C), drier than coastal Cairns.
3 ABN-Verified
These farms are ABN-verified and ranked by reliability score. All are located in the Mareeba region and eligible for 88 days.
Mareeba combines mango, avocado, and macadamia seasons across an extended year, with cooler highland weather than coastal Cairns. Less backpacker competition makes it easier to land your first job.
Tropical highland. Warm year-round (25–33°C), drier than coastal Cairns.
Hostels ($130–170/wk), shared houses ($110–150/wk), on-farm ($90–130/wk)
Mareeba is 1 hour from Cairns — you can enjoy the coast on weekends.
The Atherton Tablelands are cooler and drier than Cairns, making work more comfortable.
Multiple crops mean you can chain seasons and work for 6+ months.
The town has fewer backpackers than Cairns, so finding work can be easier.
Verified farms operate across 2 towns in the Mareeba region. All areas below are 88-days eligible and within commuting distance.
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$25–30/hr • Nov–Apr
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