Cairns & the Tropical North Things to Do

Being located in the tropical north of Queensland, encapsulated with Australian rainforest, the fact that you can encounter a number of interesting creatures in the wild near Cairns is literally no surprise.

Though it’s known as the “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef,” the Australian city of Cairns is also a great base for day trips and extended excursions into the surrounding rainforest, parks, rivers, streams and gorges. One of the most exciting ways to explore the interior is via a Cairns white water rafting tour.

Danger, adventure, and raw beauty abound in the great Down Under and naturally, no visit is complete without experiencing first hand one of the greatest wonders of the world – the Great Barrier Reef.