Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef

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Many of the most spectacular tours of the Great Barrier Reef depart from Port Douglas. Port Douglas is the closest mainland town to the Great Barrier Reef.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef system in the world and one of Australia’s biggest tourist attractions. There are so many ways to experience the reef. First there is accommodated cruising, where holidays up to a week can be taken on a sailing or motorised boat. Secondly, there is a long list of day trips that leave from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas. Its all about getting out to the reef quickly and getting into the water for some swimming and snorkelling either for a few hours or the whole day. And then there are island day trips too, where Green Island is the favourite, just out from Cairns and surrounded by reef. Lastly there is the option of dive liveaboards where the sole focus is getting as many scuba dives on the reef as you can over a couple of days.

Mossman Gorge

Mosman Gorge

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Located in the southern part of the World Heritage Listed, Daintree National Park, Mossman Gorge is one of the few places in the country that visitors can gain an insight into the lives, culture and beliefs of Australia’s Indigenous population and their connection to the natural environment.

Journey into the lush rainforest of Mossman Gorge and experience the wonders of the Daintree Rainforest all the while getting lost in its enchanting stories and rich Indigenous heritage.

A visit to the Gorge is a must on any adventurer’s trip to Far North Queensland.

Many visitors make the trip to Mossman Gorge every year to take in the beauty of its pristine rainforest, cool streams, towering mountains and the dramatic Gorge and to receive the warm welcome of the local Kuku Yalanji people. Make sure to include a visit as part of your itinerary while in Far North Queensland to discover for yourself the beauty of the Mossman Gorge.

Wildlife Habitat

Wildlife Habitat

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The award-winning Wildlife Habitat is Australia’s leading environmental Wildlife experience, providing visitors with a chance to observe up close a huge range of flora and fauna.

Situated at Port Douglas, Tropical North Queensland, Wildlife Habitat was constructed in 1988 on 8 acres (2 hectares) of land that has been recreated to provide a window into our natural environment.

Port Douglas Town Centre

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Port Douglas is a town in Far North Queensland, Australia, approximately 70 km (40 mi) north of Cairns. Its permanent population was 948 residents in 2006.[1] The town’s population can often double, however, with the influx of tourists during the peak tourism season May–September. The town is named in honour of former Premier of Queensland, John Douglas. Port Douglas developed quickly based on the mining industry. Other parts of the area were established with timber cutting occurring in the area surrounding the Daintree River and with settlement starting to occur on lots around the Mossman River by 1880.

Previous names for the town included Terrigal, Island Point, Port Owen and Salisbury. The town is situated adjacent to two World Heritage areas, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.

Four Mile Beach

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The main beach that runs along the eastern side of Port Douglas. Walk 100m straight out the back of the resort to access. One of the many famous beach in Far North Queensland. The beach is wide and is a great place for families to enjoy the sun. Possibly the most well known of Port Douglas attractions.