Joanna James
Considered to be the gateway to the great barrier reefs, Cairns is a city that is located on the northernmost tropical regions of Queensland. Read on to know 5 exciting things you could do during your time here!
No trip is to the cairn is complete without visiting the great barrier reefs which is the largest system of coral reefs which is made up of over 3000 reefs. The ocean floor of the reef is a seamless living fabric that is composed of vibrantly coloured corals which attract a wide array of marine creatures. Colourful species of reef fish, moray eels, sea turtles and countless of other marine organism call the great barrier reef home - and seeing them up close and personal is indeed a surreal experience. There are plenty of ways you could see the wonders that lie beneath the waters of the great barrier reef – the waters of the reef are shallow so it is ideal for snorkelling, plenty of tour operators organise diving excursions to the reef and you could see the corals by hopping on to a transparent kayak as well.
The waters surrounding cairns is home to a multitude of coral islands that boast pristine white sand beaches. Some of the islands are tiny and some a larger you could charter a boat to travel between these islands and there are options for you to even plan a stay for a day or two on one of these islands with your friends or a loved one.
Being one of the most popular travel destinations in Queensland, Cairns is home to a host of restaurants and cafés and they serve some of the best seafood dishes you could ever taste in Australia. With easy access to fresh seafood, all year around the cafes serve succulent seafood dishes such as buttered garlic prawns, lobster Thermador, batter-fried calamari and even fish and chips. There are also plenty of food options for vegans and vegetarians as well. Most of these eateries are easily accessible since they are
The Daintree rainforest which a world heritage site recognized by the UNESCO lies about a two and a half-hour drive away from Cairns. The forest is home to a diverse range of wild animals which includes koalas, wombats, kangaroos, wallabies, and even Tasmanian devils. The forest also features designated hiking trails that also has a 125-metre long aerial walkway. Tours to the rain forest could be arranged if you are stationed at any of the serviced apartments in Cairns the likes of Oaks Cairns Hotels – all you have to do is to reach out to the front desk and the staff will help get in touch with a local tour operator.
White water rafting is also a popular activity in Cairns which mainly takes place on the Barron River. If you are seeking for adrenaline-fueled adventure, the white waters of the river promise you exactly that!
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