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Why visit Northern Queensland? With the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest its most prized stars, tropical Northern Queensland fits in more untouched beauty, ancient culture and adventure within its borders than some entire countries.
Classic sights Cairns: Located on the Far North Queensland coast, Cairns is the capital of the Tropical North and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. A cosmopolitan city framed by a backdrop of rainforest mountain ranges, and with a scenic promenade that stretches for 2.5km and includes a swimming lagoon and waterfront boardwalks. The Pier complex is home to over 100 restaurants whilst the Cairns Central Shopping Centre offers a large selections of shops and cafes. Cairns is the perfect base for every activity you could imagine – on land, in the air or below the sea. Port Douglas: Renowned for its palm fringed Four Mile Beach, the resort town of Port Douglas is the perfect place to relax. It’s also an activity seeker’s heaven, offering diving and snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, bush walking, fishing or mountain biking. The town has a distinct village feel with a wide variety of cafes, pubs, restaurants and bars along with some great malls and boutique shops.
Palm Cove: A quiet and relaxing village by the sea where centuries old “paperbark” Melaleuca trees line the casual esplanade. This beachside community bursts with luxurious accommodation, culinary delights, day spas, art galleries and fun activities. A host of sights and attractions are available from Palm Cove including exploration adventures, beautiful golf courses, kayaking around nearby islands and of course easy access to the Great Barrier Reef. Great Barrier Reef: The world’s largest living structure and one of the natural wonders of the world. Great for diving and snorkelling, while underwater viewing stations and glass bottom boats also offer a window into this astounding wonderland. Queensland Islands: Located off Queensland’s far north coasts, the tropical Queensland Islands are surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef. Swathed in natural beauty these idyllic island havens are home to some of the country’s most wonderful resorts.
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Explore more… Cape Tribulation: Accessible via car ferry across the Daintree River, Cape Tribulation is a blissfully quiet sanctuary of World Heritage listed rainforest and endless coral reefs. Daintree National Park: Hidden in the far north of Queensland overlooking the Coral Sea, lies the tranquil and the beautiful Daintree Rainforest. Away from all the stresses and strains of everyday life, this magical corner of paradise is home to unique and ancient rainforest and the largest range of rare or threatened plants and animal species in the world. Atherton Tablelands: Just south west of Cairns you can marvel at the deep blue water of extinct volcano lakes, endless waterfalls, quaint villages, lush rainforest and an abundance of rare wildlife.
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