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EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE

The best part of any journey is the experiences you have along the way,
leaving you with memories to relive long after the holiday is over.

Tropical North Queensland has countless amazing things to see and do.
Here are 10 of our favourites to inspire your wanderlust.

Paronella Park, Queensland Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

PARONELLA PARK EXPLORING THE REEF
Open to the public since 1935, this stunning There are so many ways to explore the Great
attraction was the dream and vision of Spaniard, Barrier Reef; the area’s number one attraction.
José Paronella. Set on five hectares beside Mena Numerous full and half day trips run from
Creek in the Atherton Tablelands, it comprises Port Douglas, Cairns and Mission Beach on a
a castle, bridges, a tunnel, over 7500 tropical variety of vessels featuring activities such as
plants and a picnic area bordered by flowing diving, snorkelling and glass bottom boats.
waterfalls. After a 45 minute guided tour, visitors Alternatively, try a unique live aboard, overnight
are invited to enjoy the grounds, café and experience. For high flyers, there’s no better
gardens at leisure, returning in the evening for the way to see the reef than on a scenic helicopter
spectacular light show powered by the park’s own flight. Trips can range from 10 to 60 minutes and
hydro electric generator. promise to be an experience of a lifetime.

DAINTREE RAINFOREST
The Daintree region stretches for 95 kilometres
from Mossman Gorge to Cape Tribulation and
along the Bloomfield Track towards Cooktown.
It’s thought to be one of the oldest rainforests
in the world, boasting flora and fauna not found
anywhere else. Fortunately, this unique piece
of paradise is easily accessible and can be
experienced by cruising, zip-lining, walking,
horse-riding or just driving. Day tours to this region
operate from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas
and there is also accommodation in the rainforest
for extended stays.
Mossman Gorge, Queensland

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