Located in Far North Queensland, Cairns is a tropical gateway where you can experience the unparalleled natural beauty of spectacular reefs, ancient rainforests, rich culture, and an alfresco dining scene all blending into one. Whether it’s snorkelling through coral gardens, flying over the infinite blues or sailing to tropical islands, there’s an adventure reserved for you on the world’s largest living organism visible from space: the Great Barrier Reef. Breathe in the salt air and explore via boat, snorkel and kayak or learn to dive on this world-famous natural wonder. 

Lying at the mouth of Chinaman Creek, the city is fairly linear in its layout making it easy to navigate. The bar-lined Esplanade tracks the delightful foreshore, perfect for an evening stroll, and leads you to the marina, the main departure point for day-tripping to the Great Barrier Reef 

You can also connect with nature in the rainforest hinterlands that provide a backdrop to the coast and absorb local culture through the indigenous people who have lived on the land for nigh on 60,000 years, take a guided tour, watch a traditional performance or explore new artworks at one of the many aboriginal galleries.