Cairns and Port Douglas

With crystal clear waters, lush tropical rainforests and a host of exciting activities to enjoy, the Cairns and Port Douglas region of Queensland Australia is an ideal base for your Great Barrier Reef holiday.

Cairns is a modern city with all the excitement you could ask for. Combine this with stunning scenery, unique wildlife and the unmatched splendour of the Great Barrier Reef, and you will want to keep coming back again and again.

Head north 67 kilometres and you’ll come to Port Douglas, where you’re sure to fall in love with the mesmerising beaches. While enjoying your Port Douglas holiday, make sure you visit Four Mile Beach, taking in the awe-inspiring view from the headland’s lookout. You should also go to a Port Douglas restaurant to taste the deliciously fresh seafood this region is famous for.

There is a wide variety of accommodation in Port Douglas and Cairns including backpacker hostels, holiday apartments, hotels and world-class resorts. If you prefer something cosier, there is plenty of bed and breakfast style accommodation available too.

The warm, tropical weather is perfect for enjoying all the Great Barrier Reef has to offer. Enjoy a tranquil day of sailing, scuba diving or snorkelling. If you like cruising or game-fishing, you can arrange a tour on a charter boat in Port Douglas or Cairns. Many of the Cairns and Port Douglas hotels will happily book your tours for you.

To experience the splendid beauty of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, Port Douglas and Cairns are perfect holiday choices.