When visiting the Daintree Rainforest, one of the first stops needs to be the Daintree Discovery Centre. It is a visitor information centre, however, it is more an attraction in itself. Nearby Brown Signs Alexandra Lookout – the peak of the winding climb up Mount Alexandra on Cape Tribulation Rd, 7.5km after crossing the Daintree … Read more
Differentiating themselves from other Daintree River cruise operators, Solar Whisper uses a solar electric boat. Experience the river spotting crocodiles and other wildlife without the noise and fumes of a fuel powered boat. With a 99% success rate, particularly in the cooler months, you are sure to see a crocodile. Seeing a crocodile isn’t guaranteed, … Read more
Visiting the wet tropics of northern Queensland isn’t complete unless you get to spot some crocodiles. Crocodile Express Cruises has two locations on the Daintree River to achieve this experience. This location is the Lower Daintree Cruise. A 60-minute cruise starting near the Daintree Ferry exploring the mangroves and crocodile mudflats. There is a chance … Read more
Located just off the highway heading into Port Douglas, the Wildlife Habitat is also the Wet Tropics Visitor Information Centre. Experience Australian wildlife in an award-winning and eco-certified sanctuary for wildlife. The habitat contains five recreated natural environments, including Wetlands, Rainforest, Savannah, Nocturnal, and Woodlands. Park Packages A package can be purchased providing access to … Read more
Enjoy the rainforest canopy from above on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway between Cairns and the beautiful Kuranda. Other than a helicopter flight, this is a unique way to look at Australia’s Wet Tropics Heritage Area. The Skyrail cable car leaves from Smithfield, a few kilometres north of the main part of Cairns. It glides above … Read more
Freshwater Railway Station is one of the stations on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Located north-west of Cairns, it is the station before the scenic climb up the mountains begin and a popular departure point as an alternative to departing from Cairns. The Kuranda Scenic Railway was built between 1887 and 1891. Freshwater Railway Station was … Read more
Cairns Aquarium is in the heart of Cairns adjoined by the The Wet Tropics of the Daintree and The Great Barrier Reef, two world heritage areas in the tropical north of Queensland. The aquarium provides a venue for seeing and interacting with the diverse plants and animals from the region in Australia’s Wet Tropics. Cairns … Read more
The Australian Outback Spectacular is a dinner and show attraction on the Gold Coast. Held instead a large building representing an outback shed, enjoy a three course Australian meal. To help you fit the part, everyone gets a hat to wear that you can keep as a souvenir. The show is themed in the Australian … Read more
Game Over is an indoor go karting and entertainment complex at Helensvale on the Gold Coast. Go Karting Go Karting is the main activity with a range of options for 7 years and up, including junior karts, storm race karts, 3 speed super shifter karts, and duo 2-seater karts allowing children down to 4 years … Read more
Caloundra Golf Club is a popular championship course. The par 71, 18-hole course is set away from the beach surrounded by bush and is a popular venue for weddings and private functions. The bush surrounding the golf course brings an abundance of wildlife. Daily feeding of lorikeets takes place in the afternoons at 4pm. See … Read more
