Cairns
Cairns is the heart of Tropical North Queensland,
and the primary gateway to Northern Australia. A modern, sophisticated
tropical city, it is an ideal base from which to explore the
World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
regions, and the rugged outback-bush country of the Gulf Savannah
and the Cooktown/Cape York area. Just north of Cairns city limits
is a spectacular 16 mile stretch of unspoilt golden beaches
and the small seaside townships of Palm Cove, In Palm Cove Village
itself - where no building is higher than the coconut palms
- you'll find restaurants, village shopping, bars and cafes
.Set in private grounds on a palm-fringed beachfront along the
Great Barrier
Met & Welcomed.
Local Places of Interest, Activities and Tours of the Surrounding
Areas
Great Adventures Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef
- Walk to the Marina from the Shangri La or transferred to the
Marina from Palm Cove. 10.00am Board the Great Adventures Vessel
for Cruise to the Barrier Reef. The beauty of the Great Barrier
Reef is yours to experience when you cruise from Cairns to our
luxury 3 level pontoon on the Outer Reef. The Pontoon has undercover
seating and tables, a sundeck, a. Semi submersible coral viewing
tour, change rooms with fresh water showers Scuba Diving facilities
are available with a semi submerged dive platform. A sumptuous
buffet lunch will be served, full bar facilities are available.
From the moon, the Great Barrier Reef is the only living structure
visible on earth. It is a national treasure and one of the true
wonders of the world 5.30pm Cruise returns to the wharf. Operates
Daily.
Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Tour - Join a Down
Under coach for the transfer to Freshwater Station to Join the
Kuranda Scenic Rail, for a breathtaking journey on one of the
world's most scenic operational rail journeys. through hand
hewn tunnels and across bridges with amazing views. On arrival
in Kuranda there is free time to explore the 'Village in the
Rainforest'. The Skyrail experience, spanning 7.5kms over pristine
rainforest, allows you to explore the wonders of an ancient
tropical rainforests and learn about one of the most botanically
fascinating and diverse areas on earth. Gliding just metres
above the rainforest canopy in comfortable 6-person gondola
cabins
the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience
where you'll see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical
rainforest environment. Relax and enjoy the stunning rainforest
scenery, panoramic views of the Cairns' tropical region and
the glittering waters of the Coral Sea. Alight at Skyrail's
two rainforest mid-stations, Red Peak and Barron Falls, where
you'll explore this amazing environment from the forest floor
on boardwalks, scenic look-outs and in the state-of-the-art
Rainforest Interpretive Centre. Transfer back to the hotel.
Tour Operates Daily.
Cape Tribulation Rainforest Tour in 4 WD -
Join Trek North tour air-conditioned four wheel drive tour of
Cape Tribulation is a rare example of the co-existence of two
of the world's most diverse ecosystems, the tropical rainforest
and coral reef. The Daintree and Cape Tribulation rainforest
is one of the oldest in the world, with a high proportion of
primitive species, and was given World Heritage status in 1988.
Your experienced guide will give a full interpretation of this
rainforest and will expand on the geographical and historical
features of the region. `Join a Daintree River cruise, where
the guide will help you find Estuarine crocodiles basking on
the banks, egrets, 
kites
and other bird life overhead or an Amethystine python in the
tree tops. Then drive to a private setting for a delicious lunch
including Tropical fruit. In the afternoon swim in the crystal
clear waters of the private swimming hole. British naturalist,
David Attenborough, described his time spent in the Daintree
rainforest as "One of the most magical experiences of my
life". Trek North Tours from Cairns or Port Douglas will
help ensure that you have the same experience. Morning and afternoon
tea and lunch are served. Return to the hotel Operates Daily.
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