Tropical North Queensland Localities:

• Atherton Tablelands      
  Just an hours drive from Cairns and you're a world away in the lush tropical surrounds of the Atherton Tablelands. You'll be amazed by the beauty of the region with its magnificent waterfalls, crater formed lakes and rolling hills. Experience the genuine country hospitality put on by the locals in one of the many charming townships that make up this unique region. The Atherton Tablelands can be experienced by a guided interpretive day tour however to really...
• Cairns
  Self-proclaimed capital of the Western South Pacific, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, stepping stone to the ancient world heritage listed Daintree National Park, and entry point to the Australia's Great Outback. Epitomizing casual sophistication, Cairns is a heady combination of cosmopolitan flair and tropical ambience many cities yearn for. Boasting over 600 daily tour operations for the tropical wildernesses of the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage...
• Cape York
  Cape York and the Gulf Savannah are the last Australian frontier. Located on the northern most tip of Australia, Cape York Peninsula is a wild and sparsely populated wilderness area and is only accessible during the dry months of April to December. Its rugged coastline points towards New Guinea while the eastern side of Cape York is fringed by the coral gardens of the Great Barrier Reef. The seemingly undeveloped land of Cape York will surprise and delight....
• Cooktown
  The rich history of Cooktown spans over two centuries starting with Captain James Cook's landing in 1770 and then the gold rush in the 1870's. Explore Cooktown's history and culture, not only by walking through town, but also by visiting the museums and monuments of Cooktown. In addition to the fascinating history of this remote seaside town there is plenty to do and see for visitors. Cascading waterfalls, crystal clear swimming lagoons, some of the country's...
• Daintree & Cape Tribulation
  Cape Tribulation is the only place where two World Heritage Listed environments co-exist alongside each other. On one hand, the delectable wet tropical environment of the world renowned Daintree Rainforest and on the other, the pristine turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef. There is a great selection of rainforest accommodation carefully designed and constructed to preserve the fragile ecosystem and provide you...
• Islands
  The coastal waters that fringe Tropical North Queensland are the home of an abundance of idyllic tropical island wonderlands. Be captivated by Great Barrier Reef living at its finest with a selection of accommodation and activities ranging from the exclusivity and luxury 5 star resorts for romantic getaways, to cabin style accommodation for the budget conscious and family oriented resorts with activities to keep even the most energetic kids...
• Kuranda
  A scenic 30 minute drive northwest of Cairns is Kuranda. Kuranda is the aboriginal for 'village in the rainforest', and over the years Kuranda has taken on a distinctive character as a popular visitor destination in its own right. Kuranda is famous for having the biggest and most frequent art and craft markets in Tropical North Queensland. Four times a week country markets delight visitors who pick their way through stalls terraced among the trees -...
• Mission Beach
  Located 2 hours south of Cairns, Mission Beach is set amongst the southern World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest and fringed by 14 kilometres of secluded sun-kissed beach, this is one of Tropical North Queensland's great getaways. Off the coast is Resort Island, Dunk Island, Australia's most beautiful tropical rainforest island....
• Northern Beaches
  The Northern Beaches of Cairns are made up of 8 unique and distinctive beaches all with their own character. Driving north from Cairns you will find the Beaches of Machans, Holloway's, Yorkey's Knob, Trinity, Kewarra, Clifton, Palm Cove and Ellis. With a diverse range of holiday accommodation at each beach destination you'll be sure to find something special to suit your needs. Holloway's Beach Located just 10 minutes drive north of the...
• Palm Cove
  Cairns' premier beach destination. Nestled between the Great Dividing Range and the Great Barrier Reef, Palm Cove is the ultimate location for your tropical beachside getaway. Palm Cove is only 25 minutes drive north of Cairns and boasts a great range of accommodation from 5 star resorts to self-contained holiday apartments. Sensitively developed over time Palm Cove has preserved and nurtured its natural surrounds highlighted by 500+ year old Melaleuca trees which line...
• Port Douglas
  Just one hours drive north of Cairns you'll find the buzzing township of Port Douglas. Sophistication and elegance in paradise, Port Douglas is an internationally renowned holiday destination in it's own right. The "Village" is home to the famous Four Mile Beach and offers visitors and abundance of first-class luxurious holiday accommodation, resort style shopping and unique dining options to die for. At your doorstep is the magnificent World Heritage Listed Daintree...
• Trinity Beach
  Trinity Beach is where you'll discover the natural beauty of palm-fringed beach with year round swimming, temperate ocean waters and a village atmosphere that will have you dreaming of visiting again and again. Nestled in a protected cove between World Heritage rainforests and spectacular coral reefs, Trinity Beach offers a refreshing hideaway for those who want to get away from it all. Facilities such as beachfront restaurants, cafes, public hotel with...