What to do in Port Douglas

The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia's most treasured icons and has been recognised as a World Heritage listed area. It is made up of a collection of 2900 individual reefs and stretches more than 2000 km adjacent to the Queensland coast. Nowhere is the reef more pristine than off the Port Douglas coast. This is the closest mainland departure point for trips to the reef and there are a number of top quality companies offering fantastic day tours. This is a real highlight during your travels where you can spend the day on the coral sea viewing the wonders of the reef by snorkelling and diving.

Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

The coastal rainforests of the Daintree and Cape Tribulalation National Parks are easily assessable from Port Douglas. There are a number of options to see the forests from organised day tours to a self drive hire car. The group tours offer the advantage of qualified guides to provide information on the plants, animals and ecosystems of the rainforests.

Low Isles

Low Isles are two idyllic coral cays that are a typical tropical island paradise. A very relaxing day can be spent by leisurely sailing out to the isles. Spend the day kicking back on the beach under a thatched umbrella, snorkelling or exploring the island. The snorkeling is made easier as you can dive in straight off the beach and there is plenty of terrific coral and fish life to discover. The chances of seeing a green turtle are good as many use the shallows and coral to feed.

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Eating, Drinking & other good things

The village has over 40 restaurants and cafes and has developed a very good reputation for quality food and service.

There are a couple of really good pubs, lots of bars and some nightclubs to enjoy a few drinks and have a laugh.