Port Douglas – two World Heritage attractions – The Reef & Rainforest


Port Douglas and the the Tropical North is one of the most exciting detinations to visit in Australia.
The diversity of the region and its year round perfect climate inspires many holiday goers. You may find
yourself diving on the reef, sky diving, hot air ballooning or dining in the rainforest.

Check out our cheap accommodation, hotels & resorts and things to do and see in Port Douglas.






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Port Douglas City Guide

A complete guide to Port Douglas City, Accommodation, Restaurants and Cafes


Port Douglas is just an hour drive from Cairns via a spectacular coastal road that is surrounded by forest and the Coral Sea. It is the place where glittering green merges into blue, the only place on Earth where two World heritage listed jewels exist, the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforest of Daintree and Cape Tribulation.

Wine and dine is a breeze in Port Douglas, many restaurants and cafes can be found along Macrossan Street. From Italian to Irish cousine, you will find what you want here.

Take the many available tours from Port Douglas. Take a trip to Daintree, Cape Tribulation, visit the Butterfly Sanctuary, relax and enjoy the surrounding beaches.

There is a unique rainforest habitat where you can experience life in a tropical forest at birdseye level, observing native wildlife from treetop walkways.

Port Douglas Tours • Things To Do In Port Douglas

Low Isles Reef Cruise from Port Douglas aboard Luxury Sailing Catamaran "Wavedancer"
Low Isles Reef Cruise from Port Douglas aboard Luxury Sailing Catamaran "Wavedancer"Duration: 9 hours
Departs from: Port Douglas, Australia

Starting from
AUD $125.73 per person

Board the luxury sailing catamaran "Wavedancer" for a relaxing day out on the Great Barrier Reef. Set like a jewel inside acres of secluded coral gardens, Low Isles offers everything you can dream of in a tropical island paradise. From the moment you moor in the calm waters of the island's picturesque lagoon, a host of reef activities awaits you at this Great Barrier Reef Marine Park island.

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Daintree and Cape Tribulation 4WD Tour
Daintree and Cape Tribulation 4WD TourDuration: 9 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove or Port Douglas area

Starting from
AUD $153.00 per person

This eco-tour through one of the world's oldest rainforests includes a guided board walk through dense rainforest, a trip up the Rainforest Canopy Tower, a walk along the pristine white sands of Cape Tribulation Beach and a wildlife-spotting cruise along the Daintree River: keep your eyes peeled for the elusive saltwater crocodile.

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Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas
Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise from Port DouglasDuration: 9 hours
Departs from: Port Douglas, Australia

Starting from
AUD $200.57 per person

Snorkel, dive or swim - all this and more on your reef experience from Port Douglas. An air-conditioned coach will transfer you to the Marina Mirage where your cruise aboard the luxurious Wavepiercer catamaran departs to Agincourt Reef, on the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Spend the day viewing the kaleidoscope of marine life and intricate colored coral formations before returning to land at the end of this very special day.

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Flames of the Forest Dining Experience
Flames of the Forest Dining ExperienceDuration: 5 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas, Australia

Starting from
AUD $199.00 per person

Explore the mysteries of time, rare indigenous Aboriginal and Australian culture, local history and customs with a feast of tropical dining as the enchanting rainforest becomes a living stage on your Flames of the Forest Dining Experience. The stories and secrets of this ancient place are brought to light and life in a truly unique experience.

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Silversonic Dive and Snorkel Cruise to Agincourt Ribbon Reef from Port Douglas
Silversonic Dive and Snorkel Cruise to Agincourt Ribbon Reef from Port DouglasDuration: 8 - 10 hours
Departs from: Port Douglas, Australia

Starting from
AUD $151.47 per person

Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, experienced or a novice, this day trip from Port Douglas aboard the luxurious "Silversonic" is the perfect day out for all those wanting to visit the Great Barrier Reef in style. Visiting 2 or 3 separate dive sites, you will discover the amazing corals and abundant marine life that the reef is famous for.

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Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Safari
Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest SafariDuration: 10 - 11 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas, Australia

Starting from
AUD $145.00 per person

Start your day at the Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary in Port Douglas to meet native animals such as koalas and kangaroos. Continue to World Heritage Listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks, before enjoying lunch and a swim at Coconut Beach Rainforest Lodge. Take a boat ride on the Daintree River and see if you can spot a crocodile.

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Great Barrier Reef Fantasy Helicopter Flight and Vlasoff Cay Landing
Great Barrier Reef Fantasy Helicopter Flight and Vlasoff Cay LandingDuration: 2.5 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Australia

Starting from
AUD $299.87 per person

Imagine just you and your footprints on your own secluded piece of paradise in the middle of the Coral Sea with just the sound of gentle lapping waves for company. Experience Vlasoff Cay, an isolated coral sand island, where you are left to enjoy yourself for approximately two hours - bliss!

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Michaelmas Cay Sailing Reef Cruise aboard luxury catamaran from Port Douglas
Michaelmas Cay Sailing Reef Cruise aboard luxury catamaran from Port DouglasDuration: 8.5 hours
Departs from: Port Douglas, Australia

Starting from
AUD $189.00 per person

Enjoy a full day sailing with a buffet lunch, aboard a luxury catamaran. Cruise to Michaelmas Cay, a small sand island on the Great Barrier Reef, a breathtaking garden of exotic marine life, magnificent coral and giant clams. View the brilliant coral and sea-life in the semi-submersible, or hit the water for a snorkel or dive.

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Upolu Cay - Outer Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas
Upolu Cay - Outer Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Port DouglasDuration: 10 hours
Departs from: Port Douglas, Queensland

Starting from
AUD $145.00 per person

Discover the marvels of the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef, with its coral gardens and myriad of marine life. Sail by luxury catamaran to a coral cay island on the reef. Take the opportunity to snorkel or dive this Wonder of the Natural World, or spend the day sun baking on the sand.

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Cairns Tablelands, Waterfalls and Spanish Castles Tour
Cairns Tablelands, Waterfalls and Spanish Castles TourDuration: 10 hours
Departs from: Cairns and Northern Beaches, Australia

Starting from
AUD $128.00 per person

Take a fantastic day trip to Lake Barrine, a large volcanic crater lake in the Atherton Tablelands and be enchanted at Paronella Park, a Spanish castle opened to the public in 1935. This tour provides great photo opportunities at locations such as the Giant Curtain Fig Tree, Lake Barrine and the Twin Kauri Pines, Millaa Milla Falls and Paronella Park.

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Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise aboard MV Supercat from Cairns
Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise aboard MV Supercat from CairnsDuration: 8 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Australia

Starting from
AUD $85.00 per person

If you are looking for a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef on a high speed catamaran that is exceptional value, look no further. Offering one of the fastest day trips, the MV Supercat provides a superior and comfortable ride in almost all weather conditions. Visiting two outer reef locations at Norman and Saxon Reefs, this is an unforgettable day of fun, discovery and adventure.

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Kuranda - Scenic Rail, Butterflies, Birdworld and Skyrail Tour
Kuranda - Scenic Rail, Butterflies, Birdworld and Skyrail TourDuration: 8 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove & Port Douglas area, Australia

Starting from
AUD $141.00 per person

Join the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail for a journey winding over waterfalls and through hand-hewn tunnels. Visit the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and see the spectacular, live butterfly exhibition, with hundreds of colorful tropical butterflies. Discover some of the world's most beautiful and exotic birds on a visit to Birdworld and ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

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Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Day Tour
Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Day TourDuration: 8.5 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove & Port Douglas area, Australia

Starting from
AUD $120.00 per person

Departing from Cairns, travel to Kuranda on one of the worlds most scenic train routes. Spend your day exploring the "Village of the Rainforest" and discover the amazing Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. Glide across the canopy of the rainforest on a gondola cableway, stopping at a natural science center and Aboriginal cultural center.

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Kuranda Rail, Skyrail and Tjapukai Tour
Kuranda Rail, Skyrail and Tjapukai TourDuration: 9 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove and Port Douglas area, Australia

Starting from
AUD $155.00 per person

Travel to Kuranda on a breathtaking journey through one of the world's most beautiful rainforests, as you enjoy the ride on one the world's most scenic rail journeys. Explore the mountain top village of Kuranda, and also visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and learn more about the fascinating, ancient Aboriginal culture.

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Kuranda Rail, Rainforestation and Skyrail Tour
Kuranda Rail, Rainforestation and Skyrail TourDuration: 10 hours
Departs from: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove and Port Douglas area, Australia

Starting from
AUD $196.00 per person

This tour begins on an amazing journey, weaving your way to the mountain top village of Kuranda on a magnificent rail ride. Also embark on an adventure aboard the Army Duck, traveling over land and water. Then glide across the canopy of one of the world's great rainforests on a gondola cableway, stopping at a natural science center and Aboriginal cultural center in the mountaintop town of Kuranda.

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Things To Do In Port Douglas At No Cost

Mossman is not far away from Port Douglas and here you can visit the Mossman Gorge.

Visit Port Douglas Village Markets, opens every Sunday, 8:00am - 2:00pm on anzac park across the Courthouse Hotel.

Other Places To Go Around Port Douglas

Markets of The Tropical North Queensland

 


PORT DOUGLAS HOTELS
Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas
Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas price guide
AUD $198
per room per night
Featuring the very best in quality services and facilities, Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas is perfect for those seeking a relaxing getaway or a family holiday filled with fun and excitement.
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Bay Villas Resort Port Douglas
Bay Villas Resort Port Douglas price guide
AUD $204
per room per night
Bay Villas Resort offers a warm welcome, pleasant ambience and convenient facilities to make your stay in Port Douglas a memorable one.
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Best Western Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Best Western Lazy Lizard Motor Inn price guide
AUD $212
per room per night
Offering luxurious accommodation and a high standard of service that guarantees unforgettable holidays, the Best Western Lazy Lizard Motor Inn is a perfect place for you to reside when you are in Port Douglas.
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Ti-Tree Resort Port Douglas
Ti-Tree Resort Port Douglas price guide
AUD $220
per room per night
Relax and enjoy affordable, quality self-catering accommodation and explore the wonders of Tropical North Queensland, while staying at Ti-Tree Resort Port.
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Archipelago Studio Apartments Port Douglas
Archipelago Studio Apartments Port Douglas price guide
AUD $226
per room per night
Set in a lush tropical garden and featuring stylish holiday accommodation, the Archipelago Studio Apartments will make your stay in Port Douglas a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
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Mantra PortSea Resort Port Douglas
Mantra PortSea Resort Port Douglas price guide
AUD $240
per room per night
The lobby's punkah and timber ceiling fans are the first things you'll notice when you arrive at Mantra PortSea at Port Douglas in Queensland's Tropical North. From here the soothing sounds of cascading water falls and flowing lagoon pools will immediately draw you into holiday mode.
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Oaks Lagoons Port Douglas
Oaks Lagoons Port Douglas price guide
AUD $264
per room per night
A tropical paradise is at your doorstep to explore, from the luxury and air-conditioned Oaks Lagoons apartment. Port Douglas is one of the world's top eco-tourism destinations.
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Le Cher Du Monde Port Douglas
Le Cher Du Monde Port Douglas price guide
AUD $270
per room per night
Offering convenient facilities and a variety of rest and relaxation options, Le Cher Du Monde is a highly regarded as holiday destination in Port Douglas.
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Central Plaza Port Douglas
Central Plaza Port Douglas price guide
AUD $272
per room per night
Central Plaza offers a warm welcome, pleasant ambience and convenient facilities to make your stay in Port Douglas a memorable one.
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Martinique On Macrossan Port Douglas
Martinique On Macrossan Port Douglas price guide
AUD $284
per room per night
Located in one of the most spectacular holiday destinations in Australia, this property is an ideal place to stay when you are in Port Douglas.
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Regal Resort Port Douglas
Regal Resort Port Douglas price guide
AUD $294
per room per night
Having the best location in Port Douglas, the Regal Resort is an ideal destination for social gatherings and your vacation.
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BreakFree Reef Club Resort Port Douglas
BreakFree Reef Club Resort Port Douglas price guide
AUD $296
per room per night
Featuring pleasant ambience and high standards of comfort, this hotel welcomes you for an unforgettable holiday in Port Douglas.
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