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Cairns Ultimate Getaway
The Cairns Ultimate Getaway 6 night package offers the ultimate in value, price, inclusions and relaxation while enjoying the best that Cairns has to offer.
3 Nights at Shangri-La
3 Nights Green Island
Barrier Reef Tour
Kuranda Train Skyrail
FROM $1013 PER PERSON
UNBEATABLE!
SAVE $1340
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Shangri - La Cairns
Shangri-La Cairns is situated at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex and adjacent to the Reef Fleet Terminal.
STAY 3 PAY 2
*FREE Upgrade to Bay View*
*FREE Bottle of sparkling*
From
$187
per night
* Save from $280 * 
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The Lakes Resort & Spa
CAIRNS MOST POPULAR RESORT
The Lakes Resort and Spa 4 ˝ star resort located beside the magnificent Cairns Botanical Gardens offering full resort facilities and spacious apartments.
STAY 7 PAY 5
1 Bedroom Apartments
from 
$114
per night
2 Bedroom Apartments
from $129 per night
BOOK BEFORE 29TH FEB
STAYS TO 30TH JUNE
Book before 29/February/2012
Stay between now and 30/June/2012

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Fitzroy Island Resort
Fitzroy Island Resort is on the fringing Great Barrier Reef  just 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry.
STAY 3 PAY 2
from $87 per night
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Southern Cross
Southern Cross is a modern tropical oasis set amongst the city! Only 100 metres from the largest shopping centre in the city and only a short stroll to the Esplanade
STAY 7 PAY 5
1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
from $93 per night
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Stay between now and 30/April/2012

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The Lakes Family Fun
FAMILY FUN PACKAGE
$1648 per family
(2a 2c) to 31st Mar
$1688 per family (2a 2c) after 1st April
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
7 nights accommodation
at
The Lakes Cairns Resort
Two bedroom apartment
Fully Self-Contained
Green Island day tour
Kuranda day tour
Hartley's Crocodile tour
Return Airport transfers
(Price increases to $1875 after 1st April)
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Ultimate Cairns & Port Package
Ultimate Cairns & Port Douglas
Enjoy 7 nights of absolute luxury. With warm tropical skies, gourmet dining and luxurious accommodation you will never want to leave...
PACKAGE INCLUDES
-3 NIGHTS GREEN ISLAND
-OUTER BARRIER REEF DAY TOUR
-4 NIGHTS SHERATON MIRAGE
-BREAKFAST DAILY
only $1119per person
SAVE $1913!
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4 Night Tropical Treat
4 Night Tropical Treat
This package offers a quality Cairns experience at a fraction of the normal price.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
4 Nights Ocean View Room
Reef experience inc. Intro dive
Hot Air Ballooning
Kuranda Train & Skyrail

from $699 per person
SAVE $460!
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Reef & Island Fun
New Fitzroy Island Package!
Fitzroy Island is fringed with pretty coral gardens in the ocean and a hiking trail up to the lighthouse. Enjoy the many activities the island has to offer such as Sea Kayaking and snorkelling.
3 NIGHTS AT
FITZROY ISLAND
BARRIER REEF TOUR
RETURN TRANSFERS FROM CAIRNS
from $672 per couple
SAVE $453!
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City Quays
City Quays is a inner city apartment complex in Cairns, offering stylish and modern Hotel Rooms and Apartments.
STAY 4 PAY 3
from $99 per night
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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
The Reef Hotel Casino is a boutique casino, sophisticated entertainment, innovative and diverse dining, and relaxing leisure facilities complement the hotels elegant accommodation.
STAY 3 PAY 2!
from $187 per night
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Rainforest & Island Relaxation
6 NIGHT RAINFOREST & ISLAND RELAXATION PACKAGE
Combine 3 nights Green Island Resort & 3 nights Daintree Eco Lodge. 
An unforgetable holiday with breakfast daily, an Outer Barrier Reef trip and a 1/2 hour massage.
from $1299 /person
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Queenslander Family Fun
The 4 Night Queenslander Family Fun is a great option for Families looking to explore the Tropics without spending a small fortune. We have packaged together 4 nights accommodation and 3 days of activities which will give your family a great overall North Queensland experience.
4 NIGHTS/ 3 TOURS
FAMILY PACKAGE 
from $1075
SAVE $415
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Piermonde Apartments
Piermonde Inner City luxury apartments.
STAY 7 PAY 5
from $196 per night
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Waters Edge
Waters Edge is a stunning property located right on the Cairns Esplanade directly opposite Muddys Playground, and just a short walk to the marina, lagoon pool and restaurants.
STAY 5 PAY 4
from $216 per night
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Gilligan's Backpackers - Cairns

Gilligan's Backpackers

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  • Pool Bar & Great Music
  • CBD location
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Based on 30 ratings
24 HOUR RECEPTION

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort provides an excellent standard of accommodation for backpackers and budget conscious young, (and young at heart) travellers in the heart of the Cairns CBD. 

What Makes it Great:

  • Free linen
  • Free car parking
  • Free BBQ Sundays
  • Free crockery use in kitchens
  • VIP prices for in house guests
  • Half price to international DJ events
  • Free arrival courtesy bus (conditions apply)

Features and Services:

  • Lagoon Pool with Waterfall
  • Sandy Beach with Volleyball Net
  • Pool Tables
  • TV and Chill Out Areas
  • Fully Equipped Gymnasium
  • Tour Desk and Travel Information
  • Guest laundry & ironing facilities
  • Pool bar & Spa area
  • House cocktail bar
  • Gaming area & Beer garden
  • Internet café
  • Storage

Dorm Features:

  • Air-conditioning
  • King size single beds
  • Private ensuite bathrooms
  • most rooms have balconies

Deluxe Dorms Features:

  • TV
  • Mini bar Fridge
  • Private balcony
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Iron available at reception

Hotel Rooms Features:

  • Private balcony
  • Bar fridge
  • TV/DVD
  • Coffee/tea
  • Hair-dryer
  • Lounge
  • Towels provided
  • King or 2x single beds
  • Toiletries
  • In room safe

There is a secure Vingcard room access system. Each room and dorm has its own bathroom that can be used three ways (doors separating the toilet, shower and sink, irrespective of whether the room has a 6, 4, twin or double capacity).

Location:
Centrally located between Sheridan & Grafton streets, in the midst of Cairns city centre, Gilligan's is the ideal base from which to explore the beautiful and tropical north. From Gilligan's, it's an easy stroll around Cairns inner-city streets lined with art & photographic galleries, shops, cafes & fine eateries.

By night, this area comes alive with cocktail bars, nightclubs, regular concerts or National Basketball League games at the Cairns Convention Centre & diverse restaurants offering everything from the finest international a-la-carte dining to fresh local seafood.

The inner-city is also home to one of the city's newest & most popular attractions - the magnificent Cairns Esplanade Lagoon lined with sandy beaches, lush grassed areas & picnic tables.

The great thing about Gilligan's is everything is at your finger tips without leaving the property.

Great Cafes for amazing coffee, bakery, newsagents, hairdressers, fashion, jewellery, day spa and to top if all off the famous Rusty's Markets where you can buy the freshest produce and sample what the tropics have to offer.

Complimentary Airport transfers:
A free arrival courtesy bus is offered by Gilligan's, operated by Cairns Airport Shuttle.  We recommend booking this in advance via www.cairnsairportshuttle.com.au  
Make your way to Bay 6 of the Domestic Terminal.  Please show your confirmation to the Cairns Airport Shuttle driver to receive your complimentary transfer.  For any queries or pick-ups please contact Cairns Airport Shuttle on 0432 488 783.   

Children Policy:
Gilligan’s is not able to accept guests under the age of 18 years of age unless staying with their parent or legal guardian. This is due to the general licencing of the premises.

 
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2012
8 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
8 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $25
6 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
6 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $27
Deluxe 6 Bed Dorm, per person $29
4 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
4 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $31
Deluxe 4 Bed Dorm, per person $33
Hotel Room PER NIGHT
Hotel Room (King) $120
Hotel Room (Twin Singles) $120
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 April 2012 until 31 October 2012
8 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
8 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $27
6 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
6 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $30
Deluxe 6 Bed Dorm, per person $32
4 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
4 Bed Female Dorm, per person $34
4 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $34
Deluxe 4 Bed Dorm, per person $38
Hotel Room PER NIGHT
Hotel Room (King) $130
Hotel Room (Twin Singles) $130
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 November 2012 until 31 March 2013
8 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
8 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $25
6 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
6 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $27
Deluxe 6 Bed Dorm, per person $29
4 Bed Dorm PER NIGHT
4 Bed Female Dorm, per person $31
4 Bed Mixed Dorm, per person $31
Deluxe 4 Bed Dorm, per person $33
Hotel Room PER NIGHT
Hotel Room (King) $120
Hotel Room (Twin Singles) $120
CURRENCY CONVERTER
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES
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EXCELLENT PERSONALISED SERVICE AND LOCAL KNOWLEDGE FREECALL: 1800 663 396
INTERNATIONAL CALLERS: +617 40402100

Cairns Holiday Packages that include Gilligan's Backpackers

Adventurous by Nature

5 NIGHTS AT GILLIGANS RESORT
TULLY WHITE WATER RAFTING
AJ HACKETT BUNGY
14,00FT SKYDIVE!!!
WATERFALLS & RAINFOREST DAY TRIP
$737
Save $70
+$75 levies/person Valid 31st Mar '12
 

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3 Day Reef, Kuranda,CapeTrib

Great Deal!
3 full Day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest.

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise 
Cape Trib 4WD Safari
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
from $390 per adult

including Enviro. Management Levy

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The Adventure Company

Cape Trib Safari includes Rainforest Habitat Sanctuary, Daintree River Cruise and lunch.

from $139 per adult
save $20 per person

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Sea Change Apartments

SUMMER SPECIAL
Stay 10 Pay 5
from $135 per night

SEA CHANGE BEACHFRONT APARTMENTS
5 Star Luxury Apartments
Fantastic Ocean Views
1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom apartments

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Cairns Getaway Package

Cairns Getaway Package!

-4 nights The Hotel Cairns
-Green Island Day trip
-Snorkel gear or Glass bottom boat 
-Kuranda Train/Skyrail - hotel transfers
-$10 Breakfast Vouchers daily per person
-Complimentary Smart Car! 
Only $399 per person
(based on 2 people sharing)
SAVE $96 per person
Book before 29th Feb & receive full breakfast daily and Deluxe Tower Room upgrade for only $39/person.
After 1st April $405 per person
(based on 2 people sharing)

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2 Day Package - Option 5

2 Day Reef, Kuranda Train & Skyrail Combo
- Osprey V Reef Cruise
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- Snorkelling Gear & lunch
- Kuranda Train & Skyrail
UNBEATABLE VALUE!

$210+$20 EMC p/p

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Sea Change Apartments

SEA CHANGE
BEACHFRONT APARTMENTS 
5 Star luxury Apartments
Fantastic Ocean Views

STAY 4 NIGHTS
from $169/night -Jan
from $159/night -Feb
INC. FREE CAR !

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2 day Cape Trib & Chillagoe

2 Day Cape Trib & Chillagoe Combo

- 1hour Daintree River Croc Spotting Cruise
- 4WD Bloomfield Track
- Mareeba Wetlands Cruise
- Chillagoe Caves
$340 per adult
*SAVE $20*

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Rum Runner Cairns

Rum Runner is a great value 2 Day / 1 Night liveaboard trip that carries a maximum of 16 passengers including all meals.

- Certified Divers -
- Up to 6 guided dives inc. night dive
- Snorkellers -
- One FREE Intro Dive 

$280
inc. all meals, reef levy etc

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Tropical Reef & Rainforest

Bay Village
5 night Reef & Rainforest package

NEW PACKAGE!
-Studio Room
-Continental Breakfast daily
- FREE airport shuttle (7am-7pm)
-FREE 5 hours wireless internet
-FREE drink when dining
-Outer Barrier Reef
-Coral Viewing Tour
-Kuranda Train & Skyrail
-Cape Tribulation
-Rainforest Habitat
-Daintree River Cruise
from
 $695
person
save $281 person

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The Hotel Cairns

The Hotel Cairns Located one block from the famous Esplanade.

STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
to explore the region
$10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER
from $108
per night
Upgrade to Deluxe Tower Room including full breakfast daily from $127.50/night.

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Sunset Cruise

Sunset Cruise & Dinner package  Enjoy a Sunset Cruise on 'MV Crocodile Explorer' followed by a 3 course meal at Dundee's on the Waterfront.

Includes:
- 1.5 hour Sunset Cruise on Trinity Inlet
- Welcome glass champagne
- Savoury nibbles
- 3 course set menu at Dundee's
(child - 2 course menu)
Only $77/ adult

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