Natural attractions abound in Far
North Queensland. Naturally you will want to see most, if not all,
that Cairns, Kuranda, Port Douglas, The Tablelands and all stops in
between have to offer. From crater lakes, raging rivers, tranquil
crystal clear running streams, the wet tropics rainforest, and of
course the Great Barrier Reef.
The
crater lakes district - on route to the
Atherton
Tablelands is the glorious crater lakes district of Lake Barrine
and Lake Eacham. Remains of once active volcanoes, they now serve as
a peaceful and lush haven for visitors. Scientists believe the lakes
were formed about 12,000 years ago when molten hot magma rose inside
the earth and heated the water table, creating super-heated steam
trapped underground. 12000 years later we can enjoy the aftermath of
those violent eruptions, with crystal clear water and jungle
surrounds, you'd think you were in heaven. Take a hire car or organized
tour and spend the day surveying these lush surrounds.
The Great Barrier
Reef -
Of course this is why you want to come and visit our great
region. The barrier reef has much to offer the visitor. Depart Cairns, From
day
cruises, Island hideaways,
snorkelling, scuba
diving,
fishing,
whatever you can think of doing on the water (legally that is :-) you
can do right here in our place. The colours of the reef have to be seen
to be believed, colours you never thought existed are right there for
you to discover. Marine life is abundant, with literally thousands
of species of marine life to discover. There are some things you should
know before venturing into the waters of the reef though and you can
find more information on some of the
dangerous
marine life here. As they say, fore warned is to be fore
armed.
The Wet Tropics Rainforest -
Green,
lush, jungle, cool, eerily beautiful and unique. However you describe
our World Heritage listed rainforests, nothing is quite like being
there. The jungles of the Atherton tableland and Daintree area are
simply magnificent. With trees that seem to go forever into the skies,
when viewing them from the floor of the rainforest. On the ground and up
in the trees is teaming with wild life butterflies and rare flora. The
best way to see it is by taking a
guided
tour offered by one of the specialist operators in Port Douglas. You can find
more information on the Wet Tropics Rainforest .
