Cairns is a top destination for anyone coming to Australia. It is considered to be the key to the Great Barrier Reef and boasts a huge array of day trips and overnight trips that venture to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond. It has a humid, tropical climate that requires visitors to dress in light clothing and lather up sunscreen, not to mention the need to stay hydrated! 

The Daintree Rainforest is located north of Cairns and is the oldest living rainforest on Earth. Thriving for an estimated 135 million years, the biodiverse hotspot holds generations-old knowledge from the area's traditional custodians, the Kuku Yalanji First Nations people.

Home to empty shorelines, ancient rainforests and Australia’s wildest fauna, Cairns and the Far North is a special slice of paradise. Just under 3 million tourists flock to the laid-back city from all around the world each year, luring in family holidayers, honeymooners and backpackers galore. As the gateway to adventure and the Great Barrier Reef, the region is renowned for its ability to soothe the soul. It’s been a rough year for all - so here’s why you should #holidayherethisyear!

Lake Eacham was formed over 12,000 years ago by molten magma and is found in the Atherton Tablelands in Northern Queensland. 

A lively tropical town where the lush rainforest meets the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is located on Australia's brimming north-east coastline! Renowned as the getaway to one of the seven wonders of the natural world, Cairns is also home to an abundance of iconic places to explore and free things to do - here’s a round-up of our favourite Free Things to Do in Cairns!

Millaa Millaa Falls is one of the most famous waterfalls along Australia’s East Coast, located in the enchanting Atherton Tablelands region in Northern Queensland. Nestled amongst lush tropical rainforests, Millaa Millaa Falls is part of a group of Atherton waterfalls, with the Zillie, Ellinjaa, Pepina, and Mungalli waterfalls in close proximity. Let our team of avid adventure-seekers tell you all about getting to Millaa Millaa and the best of tours!

Humpback and minke whales migrate along the coast of Australia each year to escape the cold Antarctic waters, opting to venture to warmer waters in the north. They can be seen at many different places along the coast as they make their way up, with tours from Tasmania to Cairns and everywhere in between! As they make their way along the east coast they are often spotted breaching, tail slapping, fin slapping or making their way along with babies in tow.

Josephine Falls is one of the many scenic waterfalls located along the North Eastern coastline of Australia, boasting a natural cascading waterslide that flows best after rainfall on Queensland’s highest peak, Bartle Frere. With crystal-clear waters and postcard-perfect scenery, a short road trip to Josephine Falls is a must-add to your Cairns itinerary!

Cape Tribulation is a popular tourist destination in Northern Queensland, Australia. It is a coastal area located within the Daintree Rainforest, with both beautiful forests and beaches within its borders. Considered to be where the rainforest meets the sea, it is one of the more unique places in Australia and has become a top tourist destination.

A scuba-doo is an underwater scooter with a built-in helmet that allows you to cruise among the corals and immerse yourself into the reef! This fun, new technology allows the non-swimmers and reluctant scuba divers to still get beneath the waves and know what it's like to live among the fish! It’s an upright scooter that has it’s own airflow, allowing you to enjoy the underwater world in comfort.