Cairns attractions are exciting, you have sunny beaches bordering on rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Cairns hinterland

when it comes to Cairns attractions and Tropical North Queensland there are attractions everywhere, Snorkeling/diving on the Great Barrier Reef, sailing tropical islands, white water rafting, skydiving, reef fishing and trying to catch barramundi and mud crabs, and the Daintree Rainforest.

Cairns has many attractions which caters for backpackers, budget tourist, to people who love throwing money around. Cairns has a nightlife that caters for travellers and backpackers, backpacking cairns can be a real experience. Opposite The Cairns Esplanade is the Cairns Night Markets, adjacent to the Esplanade is The Pier, a tourist area containing local shops and a place where you can book trips.

Tropical North Queensland has more variety of activities and when it comes to Cairns attractions than most most places, and attractions are within close proximity of the tourist area.

Below are some Cairns attractions you may want to try:

Skyrail/Kuranda Railway:(07) 4036 9333

Experience two of the most popular cairns attractions in the Far North. Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodation and transferred to Skyrail. The cableway will take you above the forest canopy to enjoy our World Heritage listed Rainforest. Then spend some time exploring Kuranda ‘the village in the rainforest’ before departing on the world famous Kuranda Scenic Railway.

This amazing journey will stop at Barron Gorge and cross the impressive Stoney Creek Bridge on its way to Freshwater Station and then on to Cairns Station.

Cairns Calm Water Charters:(07) 4034 3277

Located in the heart of the beautiful city of Cairns, Trinity Inlet offers some of the best Estuary fishing the region has to offer. The scenery in Trinity Inlet is absolutely spectacular. It is surrounded by lush greenery and rainforest clad mountains makes it one of the regions most diverse and productive systems.

There are over 90 kilometers of waterways to explore in the comfort of our 8 meter custom built boat and depending upon weather and tide conditions, more than 10 species can be pulled from the one spot. The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove jack and Trevally, Salmon, Grunter, Jew Fish, Fingermark and Gold Spot Cod to name just a few.

3 Day Outer Reef diveboat: (07) 4031 5255

This 3 day liveaboard dive and snorkelling adventure is unmatched for experience and value and will show you the very best the Outer Great Barrier Reef has to offer.

There is no doubt that the best way to really experience the Great Barrier Reef is to stay out there for a few days. You get much more time to relax and really enjoy yourself and ultimately more time for diving and snorkelling.

It is also much better value than day trips or other liveaboard options. You'll get to participate in up to 11 dives, 9 day and 2 night, or as a snorkeller you'll get to experience a large variety of fantastic outer reef locations.

They have 16 exclusive dive sites on 4 different outer reef locations and we visit a selection of these sites on every trip. These sites have been selected for their variety and quality of both coral and marine life as well as great visibility.

3 Day Rainforest Safari: 07 4035 4488

On this 3 day 4WD accommodated safari you will learn about the plight of the endangered Cassowary, travel the 4WD Bloomfield Track through ancient rainforests, and experience the renowned Quinkan Aboriginal rock art at Jowalbinna.

Travel through World Heritage rainforest and help to conserve the rainforest and the endangered Cassowary. Walk with Aboriginal guides to a spectacular waterfall. In Cooktown relive Cook's adventures and a rollicking gold rush. At Jowalbinna, in the valley of the Little Laura River, bushwalk to a world renowned collection of rock art paintings in a haven for outback wildlife. A great Australian safari complete with campfire and stars.

* World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest * Interpretive Rainforest Visit * Cassowary Conservation Programme contribution * 4WD Adventure on The Bloomfield Track * Interpretive walk with local Aboriginal guides * Guided tour of Cooktown * Outback Landscapes * Guided Tour of “Quinkan” Aboriginal Rock Art * Entry to Quinkan Cultural Centre * All National Park, Site and Ferry Fees * One night resort accommodation in Cooktown * One night bush cabin accommodation

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