Cairns – which boasts a tropical climate all year round – is the perfect place to ‘get away’ from it all. The rainfall months are December to April and it tapers down to an average of 50mm during May to November.
Tropical North Queensland is world famous for the Great Barrier Reef, which is about 23000 kms, and about 70 million football grounds the size, the magnificent Daintree Rainforest. A number of sea faring vessels, raging from the luxurious to the basic, can whisk you off to the Barrier Reef, to see the spectacular coral formations and amazing colours of fishes which swim leisurely through the corals.
Scenic flights over the Barrier Reef are an unforgettable experience as you cruise over the water and see the beautiful islands surrounded by coral reefs.
A trip to Kuranda on the Scenic Rail, which travels through hand-hewn tunnels, and the Skyrail takes you over the top of the rainforest.
Tjapukai – AboriginalCulturalPark just 15 minutes from Cairns will entrance you with its Creation theatre – the world’s best hologram show, its History Theatre – a story of survival, and the Dance Theater – a celebration of song & Dance. Didgeridoo, Fire making and boomerang throwing, along with their excellent restaurant, makes it an exciting day.
The tropical Atherton Tablelands and the oldest Rainforest – Daintree, are some of the other wonderful experience around Cairns.
Cairns boasts a wide variety and range of accommodation and restaurants.
The spiritual and traditional beliefs of the Tjapukai people are captured in a series of stunning presentations in three theatres, museum, art gallery and a variety of outdoor settings. TjapukaiCulturePark is the next stop for the Tjapukai Dance Theatre formerly located at Kuranda.. The Kuranda show has been running for 9 years and is recognized by the Guinness Book of Records 1997 as Australia’s longest running show.
Board the Skyrail Cableway,
enjoy the 7.5 km rainforest canopy and arrive Kuranda, voted as Australia’s best attraction Our full day “Ultimate Kuranda” excursion gives the best of all.
THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
From the moon, the Great Barrier Reef is the only living structure visible on the earth. It is a national treasure and one of the true wonders of the world.
The ribbon reefs north of Cairns are renowned for their excellent year – round water clarity and coral formations. Agincourt Reef is the only ribbon reef on the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef to be visited by a day cruises. It lies within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and World Heritage area, one of the most diverse and delicate eco-systems on the world.
The day starts with a cruise on Quicksilver catamaran to the Outer barrier Reef where you can relax in the luxury of the spacious air-conditioned cabin areas or sit outside and enjoy the cool breezes. After approximately 1 hour you arrive at Quicksilver’s Reef platforms, which float like an island in a coral sea. This provides the ultimate in facilities for reef viewing and relaxation in all weather and wind conditions.
At the reef lagoon at Agincourt there are excellent swimming and snorkeling areas where the Marine Biologists can introduce you to a whole new and exciting world and explain the secrets of the spectacular marine life, intricate coral gardens and breathtaking drop –offs.
Watch the fish feeding from the unique viewing platform and underwater observatory.
The semi-submarine will introduce you to the beautiful coral world and its myriad of fishes with their amazing range of colours.
Scuba diving is optional for those who wish to dive. It is not necessary for you to be an experienced diver. Alternatively you can decide to explore the beauty of the reef with the snorkeling gear that is provided.
RECOMMENDED HOTELS
1) Rydges Esplanade (4 Star)
Location:
- Opposite the Esplanade.
- Within walking distance to Cairns Central Shopping Mall
- Train Station 1 Km
2) Holiday-Inn (4 star)
Location:
- Located on the Sheridian Street.
- Within walking distance to Cairns Central Shopping Mall
3) Pullman Reef Casino (5 star)
Focal point of entertainment and excitement in Cairns
Location:
- Shopping is within close proximity.
Other options of hotels are also available to meet your requirement. There are several tour options available and can be catered to upon request