Quiet beach in Cairns, with a hut surrounded by palm trees and a fishing boat in the crystal-clear waters.

Cairns

Near the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is a city in the tropical north region of Queensland. Tjapukai, its Aboriginal cultural park, immerses visitors in the history of Indigenous peoples and the Torres Strait through music, dance, stories, and legends. Lined with many bars and restaurants, the Cairns Esplanade also features a saltwater lagoon for swimming. To the northwest of the city, Daintree National Park is a rainforest, also showcasing gorges and beaches.

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Cairns is a beautiful city for strolling through the streets. Notably on the Esplanade. There are touches that remind you of the South of France. It is also the starting point for many excursions. You can especially book a day (or more) of diving in the Great Barrier Reef.

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Baba Curry

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  • Restaurant

An authentic Indian kitchen in far north Queensland.

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Barrine Lake

  • Swimming
  • Stroll

This popular park features a deep crater lake surrounded by lush, cool tropical rainforest. Lake Barrine is part of the Crater Lakes National Park.

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Cooktown

  • Neighbourhood
  • Sightseeing
  • Swimming

Dive into the great outdoors, whether it's for fishing, camping, hiking in the bush, birdwatching, or exploring excellent cultural centers, rock art galleries, and museums.

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Daintree Forest

  • Walk
  • Beach
  • Nature

The largest rainforest in Australia, the Daintree Rainforest, covers over 1,200 square kilometers and is home to many animal and plant species that are not found anywhere else.

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Gateway Mareeba

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  • Restaurant
  • Meat
  • Appetizer

This large establishment located in the heart of Mareeba is a pub favored by locals and visitors: cold beers, good entertainment, and a wide selection of drinks in an air-conditioned comfort.

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Granite Gorge Nature Park

  • Stroll
  • Swimming

The landscape of Granite Gorge is a natural playground with gigantic rocks, caves, swimming holes, streams, bridges, and waterfalls.

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Kuranda

  • Touristic
  • Shopping
  • Stroll
  • Neighbourhood

The village of Kuranda is a picturesque mountain retreat located 25 km northwest of Cairns, in the far north of Queensland, Australia.

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Lake Eacham

  • Swimming

Lake Eacham is a popular volcanic lake located in the Wet Tropics of Queensland, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Luisin Pizzeria

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  • Pizzeria

A picturesque establishment located in Atherton that offers pizzas with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

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Malanda Falls

  • Swimming

Located next to the Malanda Visitor Centre, the Malanda Falls on the North Johnstone River cascade over basalt rocks formed by an ancient lava flow that spread from the Mount Hypipamee area, 15 km away.

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Millaa Millaa Falls

  • Swimming

The Millaa Millaa Falls are beautiful waterfalls surrounded by lush rainforest, located on the waterfall circuit, along with the Zillie and Ellinjaa Falls.

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Mossman

  • Stroll
  • Shopping

Mossman is a picturesque town located just 15 minutes from Port Douglas and 5 minutes from the beautiful Mossman Gorge.

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Port Douglas

  • Shopping
  • Beach
  • Neighbourhood

Port Douglas is a seaside village that is both chic and laid-back. It is also the ideal starting point to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest, and Cape Tribulation.

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Tinaroo Lake

  • Stroll

Lake Tinaroo is a very popular spot for fishermen and ideal for picnics with barbecues available, and it has five camping areas located behind the dam in the Danbulla State Forest.

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Yungaburra

  • Stroll
  • Shopping
  • Neighbourhood

Enjoy the pleasures of the village, a vibrant mix of outdoor café culture, boutiques, and the famous markets of Yungaburra.

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