Cairns
capital city of Far North Queensland. The 16th largest city in Australia, with a population of over 140,000 people, Cairns is continuing to be a favoured destination - for its rare mixture of ecological environments and its cosmopolitan, colourful coastal character. Cairns' location is absolutely magnificent. Located 400km from the northernest part of the State of Queensland, it lies on the warm waters of Trinity Bay. Cairns continues to develop & modernise - as can be appreciated from endeavours such as the Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Reef Casino, Cairns City Council Chambers and major shopping complexes - whilst preserving sweet touches from its pioneering days, such as The Pioneer cemetery on McLeod Street or the Cairns City Library on the corner of Abbott/Aplin streets. These are just some of the unique structures that help to add a sense of living history to this relatively young 123 year old coastal city. The Esplanade is peaceful during the day with visitors catching the early morning rays and watching the unique bird life feeding along the mudflat's. Palm trees line the length of the Esplanade highlighting the Tropical feel of this warm city. After the sun goes down, the Esplanade is a hive of activity with traders and restaurants preparing for the hundreds of people who flock to embrace the almost carnival atmosphere. Source: www.cairnsweb.com.au
capital city of Far North Queensland. The 16th largest city in Australia, with a population of over 140,000 people, Cairns is continuing to be a favoured destination - for its rare mixture of ecological environments and its cosmopolitan, colourful coastal character. Cairns' location is absolutely magnificent. Located 400km from the northernest part of the State of Queensland, it lies on the warm waters of Trinity Bay. Cairns continues to develop & modernise - as can be appreciated from endeavours such as the Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Reef Casino, Cairns City Council Chambers and major shopping complexes - whilst preserving sweet touches from its pioneering days, such as The Pioneer cemetery on McLeod Street or the Cairns City Library on the corner of Abbott/Aplin streets. These are just some of the unique structures that help to add a sense of living history to this relatively young 123 year old coastal city. The Esplanade is peaceful during the day with visitors catching the early morning rays and watching the unique bird life feeding along the mudflat's. Palm trees line the length of the Esplanade highlighting the Tropical feel of this warm city. After the sun goes down, the Esplanade is a hive of activity with traders and restaurants preparing for the hundreds of people who flock to embrace the almost carnival atmosphere. Source: www.cairnsweb.com.au
The Great Barrier Reef
Unesco World Heritage
one of Australia's natural phenomena. Not only does it amaze and enchant the senses, it casts a spell over all those who travel from near and far to enjoy it. The amazing wonder that is, "The Great Barrier Reef" stretches through the sapphire blue waters of Queensland for over 2000 kilometres. It is the most extensive coral reef system in the world. From Bundaberg in the south, to beyond Cape York in the Tropical North , it is also the largest World Heritage Listed area, not to mention one of the largest structures made completely by living organisms. The Great Barrier Reef is not a single reef, but features more than 2900 individual reefs and 900 Islands. Some of these islands are deserted while others are small bare Sand Cays, Permanently Vegetated Cays and Continental Islands. The divinely warm waters off the North Queensland coast offer some of the best fishing and diving in the world. Diving the Great Barrier Reef will introduce you to a breathtaking "never seen before" underwater world of thousands of brilliantly coloured species of marine life including 1500 types of fish, 4000 types of molluscs, 350 types of echinoderms and 350 types of corals. This diversity creates a kaleidoscope of colour for divers, snorkeller's, and people viewing from underwater observatories and glass-bottomed boats. Source: www.cairnsweb.com.au
Unesco World Heritage
one of Australia's natural phenomena. Not only does it amaze and enchant the senses, it casts a spell over all those who travel from near and far to enjoy it. The amazing wonder that is, "The Great Barrier Reef" stretches through the sapphire blue waters of Queensland for over 2000 kilometres. It is the most extensive coral reef system in the world. From Bundaberg in the south, to beyond Cape York in the Tropical North , it is also the largest World Heritage Listed area, not to mention one of the largest structures made completely by living organisms. The Great Barrier Reef is not a single reef, but features more than 2900 individual reefs and 900 Islands. Some of these islands are deserted while others are small bare Sand Cays, Permanently Vegetated Cays and Continental Islands. The divinely warm waters off the North Queensland coast offer some of the best fishing and diving in the world. Diving the Great Barrier Reef will introduce you to a breathtaking "never seen before" underwater world of thousands of brilliantly coloured species of marine life including 1500 types of fish, 4000 types of molluscs, 350 types of echinoderms and 350 types of corals. This diversity creates a kaleidoscope of colour for divers, snorkeller's, and people viewing from underwater observatories and glass-bottomed boats. Source: www.cairnsweb.com.au
The Barrier Reef from the semi sub-marine
The Barrier Reef from the glass bottom boat
Daintree Rainforest
Unesco World Heritage
The Daintree Cape Tribulation Rainforest in North Queensland Australia is one of the most diverse and beautiful examples of Mother Natures work in the world. This ecologically unique rainforest is home to the most extensive range of rare plants and animals on earth, and all are found within an area of approximately 1200 square kilometers – the largest chunk of protected tropical rainforest in Australia. The Daintree Cape Tribulation rainforest is a World Heritage Listed area and contains the highest number of plant and animal species that are rare, or threatened with near extinction, anywhere in the world. The Daintree Cape Tribulation Rainforest is a unique area, precariously balanced between the advances of development and the warnings of environmentalists. Source: www.cairnsattractions.com.au
Unesco World Heritage
The Daintree Cape Tribulation Rainforest in North Queensland Australia is one of the most diverse and beautiful examples of Mother Natures work in the world. This ecologically unique rainforest is home to the most extensive range of rare plants and animals on earth, and all are found within an area of approximately 1200 square kilometers – the largest chunk of protected tropical rainforest in Australia. The Daintree Cape Tribulation rainforest is a World Heritage Listed area and contains the highest number of plant and animal species that are rare, or threatened with near extinction, anywhere in the world. The Daintree Cape Tribulation Rainforest is a unique area, precariously balanced between the advances of development and the warnings of environmentalists. Source: www.cairnsattractions.com.au
Port Douglas Wildlife Park
Situated at Port Douglas, Tropical North Queensland, Wildlife Habitat was constructed in 1988 on 8 acres (2 hectares) of land that has been recreated to provide a window into our natural environment. With an Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation, Wildlife Habitat is committed to conservation via its wildlife rescue program, ensuring that injured, orphaned, or sick animals are looked after in a professional and caring manner. Wildlife Habitat is a wildlife immersion exhibit – an open and interactive environment for guests and animals to mingle in a spacious and natural setting. Visitors wander along elevated boardwalks and meandering pathways to experience some of the Wet Tropics endemic species. Divided into 4 distinct North Queensland environments, the Woodland, Wetlands, Rainforest and Savannah. Wildlife Habitat is unlike any other zoo or wildlife experience you have ever encountered. Source: www.wildlifehabitat.com.au
Situated at Port Douglas, Tropical North Queensland, Wildlife Habitat was constructed in 1988 on 8 acres (2 hectares) of land that has been recreated to provide a window into our natural environment. With an Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation, Wildlife Habitat is committed to conservation via its wildlife rescue program, ensuring that injured, orphaned, or sick animals are looked after in a professional and caring manner. Wildlife Habitat is a wildlife immersion exhibit – an open and interactive environment for guests and animals to mingle in a spacious and natural setting. Visitors wander along elevated boardwalks and meandering pathways to experience some of the Wet Tropics endemic species. Divided into 4 distinct North Queensland environments, the Woodland, Wetlands, Rainforest and Savannah. Wildlife Habitat is unlike any other zoo or wildlife experience you have ever encountered. Source: www.wildlifehabitat.com.au