Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

Cairns is a heaven on Earth where the rainforest meets the reef located on Far North Queensland's tropical northeast coast. This is the only spot on the planet with two world heritage-listed sites located next to each other. The wet tropical rainforests can be found in the North of Cairns, several waterfalls and lakes are to the south, the famed Great Barrier Reef is to the east, and the Australian desert is to the west. Cairns is renowned to stunning northern beaches that span for 26 kilometers, as well as a plethora of waterfalls. Because of the heady humidity and warm welcome, you'll find yourself abandoning all thoughts of speed and timetables here. Although no beaches in city, spend a little time at the Pier marina, you'll definitely see why so many travelers fall in love with Cairns. Capital: City in Australia International Airport: Cairns Airport Population: 155,967 Currency: Australian dollar Time: GMT + 10 Driving side: left Main Electricity: 230V-50Hz Official Language: English Religion: C

Day Cruises in Cairns – You really shouldn’t miss a day trip from Cairns if scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef is in your travel list. luxury yachts depart Cairns for a 5-hour exploration of two spectacular and exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations, making way for an unforgettable experience. Daintree Rainforest - It is the world's oldest rainforest, dating back over 135 million years. You can get up close with the flora and fauna of this World Heritage protected region on a cruise down the Daintree River. You'll also see animal and plant species that aren't found anywhere else in the world. Chillagoe Cave - The geology of the Chillagoe region is the most diverse on the earth. It's an impressive location with amazing Karst rock formations and the ruins of numerous mining ventures. With dozens of bird and animal species, Chillagoe is a wildlife haven that you must visit. Skydiving - Skydiving in Cairns will provide you with breath-taking views of the World Heritage Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Skydiving from Mission Beach provides breath-taking views of the tropical islands as well as a safe landing on the beach. You can be sure of an adrenaline-pumping skydive in Cairns no matter which option you choose. Kuranda Scenic Railway - The Railway, which connects Cairns and Kuranda, offers a breathtaking perspective of Queensland's Wet Tropical Regions, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy Gold Class service while riding the famous railway, opportunity to visit Kuranda's markets and wildlife parks, as well as a thrilling ride on the Sky rail Rainforest Cableway for even more scenic beauty.