Top 5 Cairns Walking Tracks – Trails with Splendid Views

During your stay at one of the Brisbane hotels, think of walking over to Cairns Esplanade, which is located approximately 1.3 kilometres away from Oaks Cairns Hotel via Abbott Street. It is located right in the city centre and consists of a 2.5-kilometre walking track where some of the best bits of the city are exposed to its visitor. Starting near the Cairns Marlin Marina, you'll pass the Pier Bar and the Cairns Lagoon, which are attractions in themselves for many tourists that flock to this region each year. You will also come across lovely green spaces where you can rest for a bit and plenty of eateries to grab a bite while enjoying the view here.

Yet another scenic and one of the most serene walking tracks in Cairns is its Botanic Gardens – there's actually an array of walking tracks here to choose from, out of which you can opt for a one that suits your liking. You will find that there are four main trails running through this tranquil oasis ranging from approximately one to five kilometres; no matter how fit you are, the gardens have got you covered with these varying length of walking tracks. During your walk, you'll feel as if you're venturing further away from the city into a paradise of your own.

Hop on a boat and set sail towards the Fitzroy Island, nestled in an idyllic tropical setting, offering the best hiking opportunities for its visitors. It would take less than an hour to reach the soft sand beaches of this island paradise, which makes it an ideal destination for a day trip. Among the many exploration opportunities that this island offers such as snorkelling and visiting a turtle rehabilitation centre, one shouldn't miss the hike to the top of the island including a 3.6-metre return journey. The incredible views at the summit are unrivalled by any and it's indeed a must-explore walking track during your stay in Cairns.

A protected area in the Cairns, Queensland region, Barron Gorge National Park is inclusive of a day's worth of adventures that is not for the faint-hearted. The wet season is considered as the best time to visit this national treasure as that's when the trekkers can witness the stunning waterfalls along the way. One of the most popular walking options here is the Din Din Barron Falls lookout walk, which only comprises of a 40-minute return journey.

Walsh's Pyramid – the highest free-standing natural pyramid in the world! There's no reason why this shouldn't be one of the best walking tracks in Cairns and it's quite a difficult hike as well – however, the greatest views await those who brave this climb!