Situated in the Far North of Queensland, Cairns is a friendly and laid-back city, considered the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. With crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, an open-air lagoon and an all-year-round tropical climate, Cairns makes an incredible cruise destination. Explore the Great Barrier Reef - which no trip to Australia is complete without experiencing, be amazed by the views from the SkyRail or take the historic train to the idyllic village of Kuranda. From turquoise waters and coral reefs to the world's oldest surviving tropical rainforest, a cruise to Cairns is a remarkable way to discover the beauty and natural wonders of Australia.
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The Great Barrier Reef
Visit the world's largest coral reef and one of the seven wonders of the natural world, no trip to Australia is complete without experiencing it.
Daintree Rainforest
Explore the oldest rainforest in the world. Here you'll find kangaroos, butterflies, frogs, birds and glow-in-the-dark plants.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Suspend high above the rainforest canopy and take in some breathtaking views of the forest and coastline below.
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Built over 130 years ago, take a ride on the famous railway that travels through the rainforest and between the towns of Cairns and Kuranda.
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
Take a dip in the man-made public swimming pool 'lagoon'. Being 4800 sqm of salt water, it is one of the most iconic spots in Cairns.
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