Tropical North Queensland, Australia, is home to several unique chocolateries offering a range of treats and experiences for both locals and visitors. Daintree Estates, located in the Daintree region, creates fine dark and milk chocolate using cocoa beans cultivated by local Australian farmers. Supporting reforestation projects through a partnership with Rainforest Rescue, visitors can enjoy the taste of the world's most delicious chocolate here.
In Mission Beach, Queensland, Charley's Chocolate Factory handcrafts single-origin dark chocolate using cocoa beans grown at the former King Ranch site in the Tully River Valley. Guests can explore the history of chocolate, observe cocoa trees growing in the plantation, and witness the ripening pods. The Australian Chocolate Farm, nestled in the scenic Shannonvale Valley just 15 minutes from Port Douglas, offers a unique Australian chocolate experience. The Chocolate Farm Café serves hot and cold refreshments, delicious treats, and light lunches, and guided cocoa farm tours are available for guests to learn about the chocolate-making process from bean to bar.
Coffee Works in Mareeba on the Atherton Tablelands is a boutique roastery and chocolaterie offering exceptional Australian coffee, handcrafted chocolates, and gourmet experiences. The on-site Chocolaterie produces over 50 different chocolates for visitors to enjoy in the courtyard café, alongside sweet treats, decadent desserts, and light lunches made from local ingredients.