Cairns

• Located in Tropical North Queensland, the Cairns Esplanade is the most visited place by locals and tourists alike.

• Muddy’s Playground, Skatepark, Beach Volleyball, Healing Garden playground and Funship Playground are some of the areas in the Esplanade where visitors can have a fun time.

• Apart from recreational activities such as swimming, one can enjoy the panoramic views of mountains at the horizon of Cairns city.

• Being surrounded by lots of restaurants and coffee shops it makes a good picnic spot. 

• Along the 5km strip of the Cairns Esplanade you will find the most vibrant food palate including dishes from Japan, China, Vietnam, etc.            

• A protected area, Barron Gorge National Park stretches from the coastal lowlands to the Atherton tableland’s elevated region.

• Flooded with beautiful mountain scenery, various wildlife, and tropical rainforests, the park is one of the must visit places to visit.

• The large Barren river passes through the hard rocks of the park, forming the magnificent gorges and lamb ranges.

• You may meet some of the aboriginal people as it’s their traditional land of habitation and enjoy the cultural encounters.

• A walk through the rugged terrains and steep gorges of the park would lead you to the tumbling waterfalls and pleasant views of lush rainforests.
  
  

• It’s a significant protected marine island where you can discover coral reefs and marine life allowing you to witness its natural treasure and surrounding waters.

• One of the most popular tourist attractions, the island is stretched at 12 hectares of area and is a true coral cay formed over thousands of years.

• In addition to exploring the coral repository of the island, spot colourful thousands of species of fishes and perform other adventurous activities. 

• Other fascinating activities to do at the island include a sea voyage over a catamaran and a ride on the glass-bottom boat. 
  
  

• Australia’s most spectacular and first public aquarium, the Cairns Aquarium is home to more than 16,000 marine animals and ten ecosystems.   

• The spectacular aquarium has Australia's only 10-metre large deep reef tank and an Oceanarium with 360 degree views.

• Here, you can also take a surreal walk in the 20- metre long underwater tunnel and along the mangrove boardwalk.

• Under the watch of the curatorial team, you can feed the cownose stingrays with your hands. 

• You will have the chance to closely observe tropical rainforest marine animals like fish, pythons, colourful reef fish, turtles, etc. 
  
  

• The breathtaking sight of thousands of butterflies belonging to several native Australian species in the eminent sanctuary will make your day.

• The beautiful ambiance and poised atmosphere at the sanctuary would give you a cathartic feeling.

• You will discover fascinating information about the colourfully-diverse insects and listen to several myths, folk stories and legends around them.

• Don’t hesitate to click lots of insta-worthy pictures of the vibrant tropical butterflies in the sanctuary.   

• Visit the lab of the sanctuary which has bred more than thirty thousand caterpillars that then turn into beautiful, glorious butterflies.
  

• The Great Barrier Reef is a renowned habitation where the world’s most extensive coral reef system, which breeds thousands of varieties of fishes can be found.

• Snorkelling in such a rich surrounding would let you explore the rich collection of more than 3000 reefs. You can perform the activity at any of the 900 islands present at the reef that stretch over 350,000 square kilometres.

• You can also perform the adventurous activity under the guidance of an experienced guide where you’ll be equipped with safety devices, including a breathing tube.

• Under the waters you will explore a blend of colours of beautiful corals, different species of fish, and other marine creatures.
  
  

• Mark your presence at the Kuranda's rainforest which were added to the international World Heritage list in 1988.

• On going around the rainforest, you can explore several attractions like Kuranda Koala Gardens and the Birdworld Kuranda. While the former houses tropical animals like Koalas, wombats, wallabys, etc, the latter is home to more than hundreds of colourful birds.

• There is a railway line with 15 tunnels, 93 curves, and several bridges which pass through the rainforest allowing one to witness the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforests on earth.

•  While coming down, you may use the Skyrail rainforest cableway, an eco-construction which provides eagle-eye views of the rainforest.
  
  

• Get a little wild, and pump the adrenaline rush at Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome, where you get to tackle a high ropes course with a zipline.

• You will gain knowledge about Aussie animals, such as cockatoos, koalas, snakes and more through a digital presentation displaying the animals inside the park .

• Perform a thrilling free fall from a tall tower with a height of 13m and for a spine-tingling experience go over Goliath, the 4.5-meter Estuarine Crocodile through a zipline.

• Inside the facility, one can also take a rope walk course over the large dome of the building that will send chills down your spine. 

• Whitewater Rafting is the most iconic adventure which is apt for adrenaline junkies to choose in Cairns, Queensland’s Tropical North.

• The two, three grade rapids and the rooster trail will surely fill you up with an adrenaline rush.

•  Raft in white colour water in the Tully River and the Barron Gorge National Park where the rapids are of grades three and four.

• Don’t forget to pack some dry clothes as you will need them after the activity, where you almost dive in the water while passing through rapids. 
  
  

• Take a thrilling bungy jump from a 50 metre tower into the World Heritage Rainforest of Daintree.

• One can choose from any of the 16 bungy jumping options like BMX, Blindfolded jump, forward flip, etc.

• At the height of fifty metres on the tower, you get a bird’s eye view of the beautiful stretches of beaches before the Great Barrier reef.

• Enjoy the adrenaline rush of jumping from the cliff, while being equipped with the necessary equipment that ensures your safety.
  
  

• Furnished with all the requisite safety equipment one can try tandem jump for a skydive in Cairns with a professional guide.

• Relish the panoramic and unparalleled view of the city in addition to witnessing beautiful landscapes while being in the fantastic skyline of the city.

• Gear up to take the plunge and enjoy sixty seconds of free fall from a height of approx 15,000 feet all over the ground.

• Get out of your comfort zone, push yourself to cross boundaries, and experience the best skydiving. Don’t forget to take your skydive memoirs with you and have them documented on mission beach. 
  
  

• Horse ride through the rainforest, mangrove wetlands, and bushland at the Daintree National Park along the Cape Tribulation beach.

• Taking the ultimate ride along the ocean and enjoying a dip on horseback is undoubtedly a fantastic escape.

• You can find a range of different itineraries for the adventure, hop on a horseback and go on an easy mountain hike or take the challenging course through  tropical rainforests.

• It’s a minimum two hours long excursion that can be extended to half day or full day tours covering different kinds of trails.
  
  

• The most amazing way to explore the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is by taking a helicopter tour and enjoying its large stretch from an eagle eye view.

• You can choose the length of tours, which vary from 10 minutes to an hour, taking you over the city, rainforests, reefs and more. 

• Take the once in a lifetime opportunity and enjoy the breathtaking scenic flights from Cairns.

• Some of the areas you can choose to fly over during your helicopter tour are Green Island, Outer Barrier Reef, the Low Isles, Mossman Gorge and the Barron Gorge.

• Visit the Great Barrier Reef
• Take a dip in the Esplanade Lagoon
• Climb to the top of the Cairns lookout
• Watch the sunset from the pier
• Visit the Cairns Zoo 
• Take a walk through the rainforest 
• Visit the Daintree National Park 
• Take a trip to Kuranda on the Skyrail 
• Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park 
• See the butterfly house at the Cairns Botanic Gardens 
• Have a picnic at one of the many parks in Cairns 
• Visit the Cairns Aquarium 
• Go tubing at the Cairns Water Park 
• See a movie at the Cairns Civic Theatre 
• Check out the Cairns Night Markets 
• Ride the Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome 
• Visit the Cairns Regional Gallery 
• Try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding 
• Go for a swim at one of Cairns’ many beaches 
• Take a day trip to Port Douglas

• By Taxi: Signposted at tourist areas for convenience, you can easily avail the facility of taxi by ordering it online, or as available on the street.

• By Bike: Hire a pedalling bike and enjoy the amazing climate while exploring the areas on your own.

• Public Transport: The public transports are easy and affordable, buses operate daily and are majorly available for beaches and shopping centres.

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