Includes: 3 Nights in an Island Suite Breakfast daily Return transfers from Cairns Great Barrier Reef Day trip Only $998 per couple SAVE $847! NOW EXTENDED!!!
Valid from 18 Feb - 31st July '08 & 1st Nov - 31st March '09
3 Nights Accom Outer Reef Cruise Kuranda Train/Skyrail Rainforestation GREAT VALUE! Only $630 per person (based on 2 persons sharing) Or Bring the Kids for just $289 more!
Nestled amongst Melaleuca trees this beachfront resort offers the facilities of an exclusive nature lodge
Absolute Beachfront! from $240 per night Includes Daily Breakfast Welcome fruit Cocktail Return Airport Transfers Deluxe Pandanus Bungalow Min 3 night stay
Cairns is a modern and vibrant city and an ideal base to explore the many attractions tropical North Queensland has to offer. Our local team are here to help you make the most of your holiday in Cairns. If you need advice on accommodation and tours or are looking for a great deal on an accommodation & tour package, just call us! Our friendly team are glad to help! Cairns Office : 1800 663 396, +61 7 40402100
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About Cairns
Cairns is the heart of the Tropical North and is an excellent base for exploring this region. The Cairns International Airport is a short ride from the city centre. The Cairns Marina & Reef Fleet Terminal is only one block from the city centre and is the departure point for most Great Barrier Reef day trips.
In the evening this small cosmopolitan centre offers the 100 000 residents and visitors a choice of over 100 restaurants. With an abundance of fresh seafood, exotic tropical fruits and the piquant flavours of native Australian cuisine, dining out is always a great experience.
The Cairns City Esplanade has recently undergone a major re-development which includes a swimming lagoon, waterfront boardwalks, BBQ areas & a children's water park playground.
The lagoon precinct spans 4 hectares, and is capable of accommodating 1000 swimmers at a time. It is open for free public use between 6am and 10pm daily.
Our best seller short break package ideal for those who simply want a quick escape CAIRNS GETAWAY PACKAGE
ONLY $455 per person (based on 2 persons sharing) Includes: 3 Nights Accommodation Barrier Reef Cruise Kuranda Train/Skyrail Valid until 31st March 2009
Includes 3 day tours: Outer barrier reef cruise Cape Trib 4WD Safari Kuranda Train & Skyrail Only $343per person SAVE $66! * Plus Environmental Management Levy Valid until 31st March 2009
YORKEYS KNOB Yorkeys Knob is named after a colourful fellow who lived on the point in the 1900's. Yorkeys has an excellent Marina and a great beach, popular with kite surfing enthusiasts...
WILDLIFE PARKS Experience wildlife in its natural environment on a Day / Night wildlife spotting trip or visit one of the specialised wildlife parks in the region to get a close up view of some of the wonderful creatures that inhabit the Tropical North. Enormous butterflies, Birds , Crocodiles, kangaroos and many more...
WHITE WATER RAFTING Three of the rivers flowing down from the Atherton Tableland are perfect for rafting. This is an exhilarating way to experience World Heritage Rainforest for many visitors to our region. Most popular is the Tully River full day trip with Grade 4 rapids. Less challenging 1/2 day trips on the Barron River also depart daily...
TRINITY BEACH Trinity Beach is a true favourite with locals and tourists alike.Only 15 minutes from the Cairns Airport here you have a lovely private cove with a rocky walk and headland at the Southern end and over 1km of beautiful palm fringed sandy beach with great facilities. Trinity Beach offers a wide range of beachfront holiday accommodation and some great restaurants..
TJAPUKAI Tjapukai Cultural Park is a stunning theatrical interpretation of Aboriginal culture. Seven separate arenas allow visitors to experience the rainforest people’s culture - from the inspiring Creation & Dance Theatre to the interactive Camp Village where visitors can learn didgeridoo playing and boomerang throwing...
SKYRAIL Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable 6-person gondola cabins the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience. At Skyrail’s two rainforest mid-stations you get the chance to explore this amazing environment from the forest floor on boardwalks, and in the Rainforest Interpretive Centre...
SEA KAYAKING Sea Kayaking day trip is a fantastic way to experience the Great Barrier Reef. Half day sea kayaking around Double Island runs twice daily from Palm Cove and a full day trip runs daily around Fitzroy Island...
RAINFOREST TRIPS There are many fantastic fresh water swimming holes & waterfalls to visit in North Queensland. The best way to experience these areas is to join a day trip to the Tablelands or Daintree Rainforest. Most rainforest day trips include a chance for a swim, lunch and accommodation transfers...
RAINFOREST BOARDWALKS There are number of excellent botanical boardwalks especially designed for visitors to experience the rainforest and mangrove environments that surround Cairns. The boardwalks are well signed offering information on the environment at regular intervals...
PALM COVE Palm Cove has developed into an exclusive resort village. This is a very pretty spot with a jetty and patrolled beach, plenty of shady palm trees, restaurants and boutiques. This is arguably the best beach north of Cairns. There is a wide range of accommodation available here...
MACHANS BEACH Machans Beach is the first beach north of the City. It is located on the mouth of the Barron River & is adjacent to the airport. Machans is a quaint residential area...
KEWARRA BEACH Home to the superb Kewarra Beach Resort, Kewarra Beach also shares the same stretch of sand as Clifton & Palm Cove. Kewarra Beach Resort offers spacious rooms & suites surrounded by lush tropical gardens and absolute beachfront bungalows...
HOLLOWAYS BEACH Holloways Beach is only 10 minutes north of Cairns and offers budget holiday apartments as well as an absolute beachfront cafe and restaurant. This is a wonderful spot to enjoy some good food and wine while looking out over a picture perfect sea view...
SCENIC FLIGHTS: Scenic flights and transfers to the Reef and Islands are an affordable and popular option. Flying over the vivid blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef you can see marine life such as sea turtles and coral bommies. Spend the day on a private sandy cay or just get to the reef in style, the options are endless...
TANDEM SKYDIVE No experience is necessary for Tandem Skydiving. There are 4 freefall heights from 8'000 feet with 15 seconds free fall through to 14'000 feet with 60 seconds free fall! Video and/or stills of your jump are available for those wanting proof of thier adventure...
KURANDA SCENIC RAIL The Kuranda Rail journey is one of the world’s most scenic train routes taking you through hand-hewn tunnels and across bridges with spectacular views. Stop to view the Falls before arriving at beautiful Kuranda station. This day trip is usualy packaged with the Skyrail...
FRESHWATER CONNECTION: This charming train station is found nestled amongst cane fields north of Cairns City and is the departure point for the Kuranda Scenic Rail. After being picked up from your accommodation you will be transferred to the Freshwater Connection Station for the scenic journey up the mountain to Kuranda Village...
ELLIS BEACH: 30 minutes drive north of Cairns is Ellis Beach. Nestled between rainforest mountains and the Coral Sea. Ellis is a popular destination for a day on the beach. There is a cafe and bar situated close to the beach and a caravan and cabin style holiday park offering absolute beachfront accommodation...
DOUBLE ISLAND: Double Island Resort is located only 10 minutes from Palm Cove Beach and is available for rental on a "whole of island" basis. This is a great option for groups of up to 50 for private functions and conferences. Sea Kayaking trips around Double Island also depart daily from Palm Cove...
CLIFTON BEACH: Clifton Beach and Palm Cove share the same stretch of sand and it takes around 20 minutes to walk between the two along the beach. Clifton has less accommodation and restaurant options than Palm Cove, but does offer some excellent 3 and 4 bedroom villas for families and holiday makers wanting to self cater...
REEF TRIPS Visiting the Great Barrier Reef is a must do while in North Queensland. You will usually spend 1 - 2 hours travelling time and 5 hours exploring the reef. All trips include lunch and snorkelling equipment and give you the option to do a certified or introductory dive...
CAIRNS MARINA: The departure point for the majority of Great Barrier Reef trips in North Queensland. The Cairns Marina is a hive of activity each morning with excited holiday makers making their way to their reef vessel for an adventure on the Reef and Islands of North Queensland...
CAIRNS CITY: Cairns is the best known city on the Queensland coast. A tropical, laid-back yet modern centre where anything is possible. There is so much to see and do for visitors to our region. We specialise in creating the perfect holiday that will meet your needs and budget...
CAIRNS AIRPORT: Cairns domestic and International Airport is located only 5 minutes drive from the City Centre. Taxis which will take up to 9 passengers are available for accommodation transfers...
BEACH ACCOMMODATION: Just a short drive from Cairns are pristine beaches. The further north you go the prettier the beaches, with Palm Cove and Trinity being the most popular. Here you will find some of the best beachfront resorts and apartments in the region. Most tours will pick you up from here...
BEACH ACCOMMODATION: Just a short drive from Cairns are pristine beaches. The further north you go the prettier the beaches, with Palm Cove and Trinity being the most popular. Here you will find some of the best beachfront resorts and apartments in the region. Most tours will pick you up from here...
BEACH ACCOMMODATION: Just a short drive from Cairns are pristine beaches. The further north you go the prettier the beaches, with Palm Cove and Trinity being the most popular. Here you will find some of the best beachfront resorts and apartments in the region. Most tours will pick you up from here...
SELF DRIVE For those with access to a car there are many rainforest boardwalks, waterfalls, lakes, beaches, scenic drives and small towns to keep you busy for a few days, see our region guide for more info...
4WD SAFARIS: Some of the best 4WD tracks in the country including the famous Bloomfield Track are accessible from Cairns. Small personalised tours depart cairns each day to these areas. For the more adventurous extended outback safaris to Cape York, Cape Tribulation and Undara are also available...
SCENIC HELI FLIGHTS: Scenic helicopter flights and transfers to the Reef and Islands are an affordable and popular option. Flying over the vivid blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef you can see marine life such as sea turtles and coral bommies. Spend the day on a private sandy cay or just get to the reef in style, the options are endless...
WATERFALLS CIRCUIT: The Waterfalls Circuit' is a circular trip of less than one hour, which encompasses Millaa Millaa Falls, Zillie Falls and the Ellinjaa Falls. Millaa Millaa is a popular swimming spot for locals and tour groups alike. You may see the Ulysses Butterfly and Platypus late in the afternoon...
CAIRNS ACCOMMODATION Cairns City offers a wide range of accommodation from backpacker beds to world class hotels and beachfront resorts. We have selected the best of the bunch and list current specials and discounts on all properties in our accommodation section...
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