Explore other great holiday locations in Tropical North Queensland.
Located just off the Queensland coast midway between Townsville and Cairns lies Bedarra Island - a part of the Family Group of Islands... read more
This is one of Queensland's most scenic national parks. Numerous freshwater springs feed Lawn Hill Creek, and the park features spectacular... read more
The Gulf Savannah is an interesting region to visit all year, however, during the monsoonal season, transportation methods must be carefully... read more
Cairns is the heart of Tropical North Queensland and Australia's primary gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Cairns is a vibrant, eclectic... read more
Cape Tribulation is a small village in Tropical North Queensland where the frontier of the north really begins. Once you cross the Daintree... read more
Cape York and the Gulf Savannah in Tropical North Queensland are truly the last Australian frontier. Located on the northernmost tip of... read more
Situated on the waterfront of the Northern entrance to the Hinchinbrook Channel, Cardwell is a small town with all civic facilities and... read more
140 kilometres west of Mareeba, the former mining town of Chillagoe is one of the favoured haunts of mining buffs tracing the heady days... read more
Dry tropical open woodlands in this national park hide underground caves of breathtaking natural beauty. Pockets of deciduous vine thicket... read more
Cobbold Gorge is a pristine natural environment located in North Queensland. The gorge itself is unique with its narrow shape and ancient... read more
Cooktown is a small frontier town located in the far north of Tropical North Queensland. Cooktown boasts a unique character that is evidenced... read more
General Information: The Gulf Savannah is an interesting region to visit all year, however, during the monsoon season, transportation methods... read more
The township of Daintree, perched on a bend of the Daintree River, is just further on from the turn off to the Daintree Ferry... read more
Dunk Island a stunning island just off the coast of Mission Beach in north Queensland. Most of the island is national park, with unique... read more
Fitzroy Island is located near Cairns in Tropical North Queensland and is popular for daytrips due to its close proximity to the Queensland... read more
Stretching more than 2000km along the Queensland coastline and covering 35 million hectares, the Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest... read more
Green Island is a coral cay northeast of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland. Green Island is boasts an unspoilt rainforest, stunning beaches... read more
Hinchinbrook Island is Australia's largest National Park island. It is uninhabited except for the award-winning, environmentally friendly... read more
Innisfail is a prosperous, colourful town, situated on the North and South Johnstone Rivers, and is surrounded by rich green landscape... read more
The Gulf Savannah is an interesting region to visit all year, however during the monsoon season, transportation methods must be carefully... read more
The picturesque mountain retreat of Kuranda Village is just 25 kilometres northwest of Cairns in Far North Queensland, Australia... read more
Lizard Island is a ruggedly beautiful island on the northern Great Barrier Reef in Tropical North Queensland. Lizard boasts 24 pristine... read more
Malanda was first developed in the 1880's and has since become the milk capital of north Queensland. Situated 85km from Cairns atop the... read more
Mareeba, Shire of Diversity, is the second largest Shire in Queensland. It is rich in agriculture, mining, cattle as well as horticulture... read more
Mission Beach is a relaxed, yet vibrant beachfront town with over 14 kilometres of magnificent golden sandy beaches. Here two World Heritage... read more
Mossman is the seat of local government and the centre of the sugar industry. It is a pleasant little town set amid the splendour of green... read more
The Gulf Savannah region extends from the Great Dividing Range in the east to the Northern Territory border in the west. The Gulf Savannah... read more
Palm Cove in Tropical North Queensland offers a serene holiday experience. Set amidst an idyllic stretch of beach and luxurious resorts... read more
Port Douglas in Tropical North Queensland is one of Queensland's premier holiday destinations. Located just north of Cairns, Port Douglas... read more
Ravenshoe, the highest town in Queensland at 930 metres, is a lush region of mountain pastures and unspoiled World Heritage rainforest... read more
Thursday Island is the most developed island in the Torres Strait Islands group. Located just north of Cape York Peninsula, Australia's... read more
Trinity Beach is a lovely beach town just north of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland. Trinity Beach boasts a relaxed holiday atmosphere... read more
Stretching more than 2000km along the Queensland coastline and covering 35 million hectares, the Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef. It is home to an abundance of marine wildlife - including more than 1500 brilliantly coloured species of tropical fish, 4000 species of molluscs, 400 species of sponge and 300 species of hard corals.
Extensive seagrass beds provide a home for the dugong, a mammal species internationally listed as endangered. The Great Barrier Reef also contains nesting grounds of world significance for the endangered green and loggerhead turtles. It is also a breeding area for humpback whales, that migrate from the Antarctic to the reef to give birth to their young in the warm waters.
The Great Barrier Reef's islands and cays support bird species by the hundred, including reef herons, ospreys, frigate birds and sea eagles. The reef is also of cultural importance, containing many archaeological sites of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin. Some notable examples include Lizard and Hinchinbrook Islands with their spectacular galleries of rock paintings.
The many diving and snorkelling opportunities provide visitors with the best way of getting close to the Great Barrier Reef's many wonders. Tourism operators offer professional accredited dive courses, introductory reef dives and for the experienced, extended dive charters incorporating night dives or guided ecology dives. If delving into the deep blue is not for you - there are semi-submersible craft, glass bottom boats and a variety of land-based reef attractions. Those wishing to stay overnight on one of the reef’s 600 continental islands can choose from options including camping in a National Parks to luxurious lodges.
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Discovery Resort Cairns...Great value resort in the centre of Cairns, close to The Esplanade and... Call 1300 411 560from $129* |
Rydges Esplanade...With a complete Resort environment all your wants and needs will be met... Call 1300 411 560from $169* |
Darwin to Cairns Airfare...Surrounded by the beautiful rainforest mountains to the west, mangrove... Call 1300 411 560from $169* |
Rydges Sabaya Resort Port...An ideal base from which to experience the World Heritage Rainforest, the... Call 1300 411 560from $179* |
Adelaide to Cairns...Surrounded by the beautiful rainforest mountains to the west, mangrove... Call 1300 411 560from $189* |
Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm...Positioned beachfront in desirable Palm Cove, this world class resort offers... Call 1300 411 560from $285* |
Bay Villas Resort...Centrally located, yet in a quiet area of Port Douglas and within walking... Call 1300 411 560from $459* |
Angsana Resort & Spa, Palm...Angsana is the only 5 star resort in the tranquil village of Palm Cove... Call 1300 411 560from $475* |
Thala Beach Lodge...Thala Beach Lodge is a private family owned, luxury nature lodge, situated... Call 1300 411 560from $495* |
Cairns Fly/Stay 4 nights ...Great value resort in the centre of Cairns, close to The Esplanade and... Call 1300 411 560from $839* |
