great barrier reef

  • Reef Sprinter

    Reef Sprinter offers half-day tours to the Great Barrier Reef on a fun, fast and exciting speed boat so that [more…]

  • Discover Educational & Cultural Experiences in Tropical North Queensland

    Where better to get an education than while on holidays? Explore Tropical North Queenslands best experiences that will enrich your mind.

  • Sam Bloom’s Accessible Adventures in TNQ

    Sam Bloom and her family recently explored Tropical North Queensland, enjoying the numerous accessible options the region provides. Read on to delve deeper into Sam’s story and explore the varied experiences she encountered.

  • All you need to know about the coral spawning

    Strap on your mask and snorkel or tank for the Great Barrier Reef’s biggest event of the year – the beautiful and mysterious mass coral spawning.

  • Beaches under the radar: South Cairns

    Uncover the hidden beach treasures of South Cairns, where tranquil paradise awaits beyond the tourist crowds. From spotting cassowaries to riding horseback along the beach, these quiet spots offer amazing unique experiences.

  • Caring for Coral: Nurturing the Beauty of the Reef

    Tourism operators in Tropical North Queensland actively invest in the future of the Great Barrier Reef. They have been dedicated partners in its protection and management for decades. By engaging in research and providing infrastructure for scientists, they ensure the reef is the best managed on Earth. Visiting the reef contributes to its ongoing preservation, allowing future generations to enjoy its beauty.

  • 10 Day Luxury Escape in Paradise

    Use this as a guide for planning your luxury sojourn to Tropical North Queensland. Exploring the premium side of iconic landscapes including reef, rainforest, city and outback, this itinerary is perfect for honeymooners, anniversaries and special occasions, or simply those who like to live in the lap of luxury. 

  • Going it alone – a solo traveller’s guide to thriving in Cairns

    Are you an adventurer at heart, seeking the ultimate solo travel experience in Australia? As the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and home to one of the world’s most ancient rainforests, Cairns offers solo travellers a wealth of opportunities for exploration and adventure.

  • 5 inspiring women in local tourism

    Beyonce iconically said “who runs the world? Girls!” and this couldn’t be more true when it comes to tourism in Tropical North Queensland. To celebrate International Women’s Day, meet five iconic ladies making their mark in their fields and inspiring their fellow sisters to do the same.

  • The Ultimate Indigenous Trail

    Weaving your way from Cairns, Cooktown and beyond, discover the deep cultural connection to country Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Traditional Custodians share.

  • 8 islands south of Cairns to explore

    The Sunshine State might have 900 tropical islands off its coastline, but there’s one stretch of coast that’s overrepresented when it comes to idyllic island-oasis. Enter Southern Cairns and the Cassowary Coast, whose offshore attractions are as much of a drawcard as its mainland namesake.

  • Accessible travel in Port Douglas

    Chic, relaxed and full of charm, Port Douglas is Far North Queensland’s gateway to the Australia’s oldest tropical rainforest. The nature here may be wild, but there’s a realm of accessible activities for everyone to enjoy. Filled to the brim with a plethora of restaurants, bars and activities for every kind of traveller, it’s the perfect place to disconnect, relax and pull up a chair in the sunshine.

  • 12 ways to spend winter in the tropics

    Winter? What winter? Chase an endless summer and experience the tropi-cool conditions of Tropical North Queensland with this guide.

  • Eco certified experiences to do in Tropical North Queensland

    Tropical North Queensland has the highest concentration of Eco certified experiences in Australia. Here’s a list of Eco certified experiences to enjoy, so that you can relish your time in nature whilst protecting it too!

  • Reef Volunteers: the underwater heroes leaving the reef greater

    Not all heroes wear capes, some wear fins! Oceans 2 Earth volunteer Haylee Boyes shares how she left the iconic Great Barrier Reef even better than how she found it.

  • Mission Beach voted one of the most beautiful villages in the world

    Tropical North Queensland is pretty much the dictionary definition of paradise, so much so that Mission Beach has been named one of the world’s most beautiful villages.

  • Coral bleaching explained – a chat with a marine biologist

    To help understand more about coral bleaching and what’s really happening to the World Heritage-listed wonder, Gareth Phillips, Master Reef Guide, Marine Biologist and Director of Marine Discoveries, sat down to explain its impacts, causes and what you can do about it.

  • Day trip ideas for Southern Cairns

    If you’re into adventure and nature, point your compass south and explore Cairns’ under-the-radar southern corridor – a region of breathtaking natural beauty with a whole lot of country charm.

  • 50 must-do day trips from Cairns

    While Cairns itself is known for its laid back city vibes and stunning esplanade, the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest, waterfalls and quirky townships are just a stone’s throw away. Grab a pen and paper and add these day trips from Cairns to your holiday bucket list.

  • Embrace summer with these 10 things to do in Cairns when it rains

    When it rains, activities pour in Cairns. See why Cairns shines all summer long with this wet weather activity guide.

  • Mission Beach & Cassowary Coast Waterfalls & Swimming Spots To Cool Off In

    Mother Nature sees your backyard swimming pool and raised you her take on it with these waterfalls and swimming spots– each perfectly moulded and best explored with a sense of adventure.

  • What to do in Cairns With Kids

    Looking for what to do in Cairns with kids? This natural adventure playground is jam-packed with activities that are perfect for the whole family.

  • Fact or Fiction: 10 things you may not know about Tropical North Queensland

    Thought you knew everything there is to know about Tropical North Queensland? Read on to put these common myths to bed.

  • An Indigenous perspective of summer in Tropical North Queensland

    Throughout Tropical North Queensland, Indigenous seasons are celebrated differently than in western culture. Discover summer through the eyes of the Traditional Custodians of Tropical North Queensland.

  • Travel the Tropics With a Purpose

    Now more then ever, we find ourselves yearning to connect to the planet in a way that doesn’t take away from it, but that enhances it.

  • The Great Barrier Reef Drive

    Welcome to the loveliest little drive in Queensland. Short but oh-so-sweet, the Great Barrier Reef Drive covers just 140km in a straight line north from Cairns to Cape Tribulation via Port Douglas.