Things to do in Cairns

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See over 15,000 marine species in Australia

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Mamu Tropical Skywalk is an elevated walkway, cantilever, and observation tower located outside of Wooroonoon National Park near Innisfail, Australia. From the Mamu Tropical Skywalk, visitors can explore the flora and fauna of rainforest safely from the forest floor to the canopy, and be rewarded with sweeping vistas from the top of the skywalk.

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Explore, relax, and unwind in Cairns

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Unlock the wonders of Cairns on a day trip!

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Green Island is one of the 900 islands of the Great Barrier Reef. It is located 27 kilometres off the coast of Cairns, Far North Queensland. The location is a popular stop for snorkelling and diving tours in the reef.

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The Kuranda Scenic Rail is your passport to the beauty of Barron Gorge National Park's incredible beauty. During your ride on one of Australia's most impressive rail journeys, expect to pass by waterfalls, travel through the shade of an immense canopy, and chug along over lush, green gorges!

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Soar over a beautiful rainforest and admire the scenic view

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José Paronella arrived in Australia from Catalonia in Spain in 1913. For the next 11 years, he worked, cutting sugar cane initially, then purchasing, improving, and reselling cane farms. In 1924 he returned to Spain and married Margarita in 1925. The trip back to Australia was their honeymoon. José first saw this 13 acres of virgin scrub along Mena Creek in 1914. He eventually purchased it in 1929 for just £120 and started to build his gardens and reception centre for the enjoyment of the public. Visitors can now take several tours on the grounds and learn the history of this beautiful place in North Queensland, Australia.

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Frankland Islands Reef Cruises is the only company permitted to visit Normanby Island, with visitors restricted to 100 per day, ensuring an air of exclusivity to your trip. These exclusive day tours include snorkelling, lunch and guided island walks led by marine experts. Certified dive options are available, as well as semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Crossing to the island takes 30 minutes, the shortest travel time of all Cairns Great Barrier Reef trips.

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Located in the rainforest, Skypark Cairns offers a world of adventure, including adrenaline-fuelled activities like Australia's only bungy, Giant Swing, and Cairns' highest viewing platform. You'll find Skypark Cairns just 20 minutes from Cairns city.