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Whether you are planning a trip to Australia, or you are an Australian national looking for a decent place to spend your vacation without travelling overseas, there is a good chance that Port Douglas is on your radar.
Port Douglas is one of the most popular tourist destinations in all of Australia, and with good reason. But once you’ve transferred from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas, how should you kick start your adventure?
In this article, we’re going to take you through the 10 best things to see and do in Port Douglas.
1 – Dive in the Great Barrier Reef
Of course, it would be almost criminal to visit Port Douglas without visiting one of two World Heritage Sites: the famous Great Barrier Reef. Whether you want a leisurely snorkel or a full-blown diving experience, there are plenty of options for you.
2 – Trek through the Daintree Rainforest
The second World Heritage Site near Port Douglas which is also, quite frankly, an unmissable experience is the Daintree Rainforest! Wander through the world’s oldest living rainforest and enjoy a tropical fruit tasting experience with cultural insights from expert Aboriginal tour guides.
3 – Take a stroll down Four Mile Beach
Just a short five-minute walk from town and you can be strolling along the world-famous Four Mile Beach. This tropical wonder is lined with coconut palms and has all of the majesty of a deserted tropical island – only without the deserted part!
4 – Head to the Wildlife Habitat
Australia is notorious for being home to some of the most dangerous critters on earth, but it’s not all doom and gloom! In fact, at the Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas, you can cuddle a Koala and hand-feed some Wallabies. Or, for the thrill-seekers among you: “Swim with the Salties”.
5 – Do some souvenir shopping in Macrossan Street
A vacation isn’t quite the same without a spot of souvenir shopping for your loved one’s back home and Macrossan Street is the perfect place to pick up some unique bits and pieces.
6 – Ride the KurandaSkyrail Cableway
Experience aerial views of Kuranda’s mind-blowing natural beauty with a leisurely ride on the Skyrail.
7 – Do some white water rafting down the Barron River
Some forty-minutes’ drive from Port Douglas and you can be rafting your way down the winding Barron River – rapids and all!
8 – Mooch about the Sunday Market on Wharf Street
Get your mitts on some hand-made goods and locally grown produce at the Sunday Market on Wharf Street!
9 – Take a dip at Mossman Gorge
At part of the World Heritage listed Daintree National Park, you can find plenty of clear-water pools in the Mossman gorge for a nice, refreshing dip – perfect during those roasting Australian summers!
10 – Visit the renowned St. Mary’s by the Sea
Originally built in 1880, the renowned St. Mary’s Chapel is a gorgeous treasure that has since been moved to its current waterfront location and has been restored with stunning stained-glass windows that overlook the Coral Sea.
The Takeaway
This is just the tip of the iceberg. In fact, there are so many amazing things to see and do in Port Douglas – which is just one of the reasons why it is such a popular destination to visit.
We hope that this article has filled you with some inspiration and wish you all of the best on your adventures- for info on the best times to visit please click here.
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