Things to do in Port Douglas

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!

See over 15,000 marine species in Australia

Explore, relax, and unwind in Cairns

Soar over a beautiful rainforest and admire the scenic view

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.

Unlock the wonders of Cairns on a day trip!

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.

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is an eco-friendly nature park and native wildlife attraction on Great Barrier Reef Drive near Cairns in Queensland, Australia. The park offers visitors up-close experiences with fearsome crocodiles, cuddly koalas, and other Australian wildlife, in a safe environment.

The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is Australia's largest butterfly conservatory. It is located in Kuranda in Far North Queensland, roughly 25 kilometres from Cairns.

Rainforestation Nature Park is a wildlife reserve and forest park in Kuranda, Far North Queensland. Visitors can see animals native to Australia, learn more about the area's indigenous cultures, and even cuddle a koala.

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.

The Spirit of Cairns is a luxury catamaran that sails out of – you guessed it – Cairns. The 26-meter vessel boasts two levels, with air conditioning and a fully licensed bar.

The Daintree Rainforest is the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth. It is home to some of the most biologically diverse flora and fauna to be found anywhere, as well as 80% of the world's fern species. Visitors can explore this natural wonder north of Mossman and Cairns in Queensland, Australia.

Prepare for a zipline adventure to see the beautiful Daintree Rainforest and National Park

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.

Michaelmas Cay is one of the two cays that form the Michaelmas Reef. It is located around 33 kilometres from Cairns and is part of the famous Great Barrier Reef. Migratory birds flock to the island, and the shallow waters of the cay are perfect for snorkeling.

Snorkel alongside fish and visit the underwater observatory

Snorkel the reef and hike the rainforest trails