Top 20 Things To Do In Queensland
16 (4) Fly in a Seaplane to your slice of paradise,
near Cairns
The only thing wrong with this idea is that the time will pass
far too quickly.
Cairns - Sandy Cay By Seaplane Tour
Cairns has an international airport and great nightlife. It is
a good place for going somewhere else. Now for short trip away this
tour is hard to beat:
Sandy Cay near Cairns
Escape from Cairns - Sandy Cay
Cairns has an international airport and great nightlife. It’
is also a great place for going somewhere else. Now for short trip
away this tour is hard to beat:
The Great Escape from Cairns - Sandy Cay
• Take off in the seaplane from the water of Trinity Inlet.
• Experience a 15-minute seaplane flight, touching down on
the clear waters of the sandy cay.
• Spend 2 hours on the Sandy Cay.
• The tour includes a bottle of Australian sparkling wine
and nibbles and soft drink, snorkelling equipment, beach umbrella
& blanket.
17 (74) Whale watching 2.5-Hour Cruise - Gold Coast
Humpback
Whale
Enjoy a 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise observing the magnificent
Humpback Whale aboard our 24-meter Catamaran.
Imagine the thrill and excitement as you meet the 'gentle giant'
humpback whales on their annual migration from Antarctica to give
birth or on their return journey with their calves.
40-Ton Humpback Whale
An awesome experience as these 40-ton humpback whales breach before
your eyes, wave their pectoral fins and slap their tails.
Let the friendly professional crew share this special part of your
journey on the magical waters, of the East Coast of Australia.
A detailed commentary is provided and the crew will be happy to
enlighten you on these magnificent mammals and the environment they
call home.
Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee or you may enjoy a drink from
the fully licensed bar which will be open throughout the cruise.
Meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after
booking.
18 (11) Hayman Island, Whitsundays
Hayman Island in Australia's magnificent Great Barrier
Reef, is a resort island destination. Whilst the resort is excellent
it is hardly unique. Hayman Island and the Great Barrier Reef is
a different story.
Hayman Island's Sandy Beaches
You can look forward to Hayman Island's sandy beaches,
sunny weather and crystal clear water. From the resort there is
the usual assortment of water activities and daily international
competitions for the best spots around the swimming pool.
Hayman Launches
Hayman Island is accessible by Hayman launches with sea planes
and helicopters also available. Alternatively, why not just sail
over there from the mainland
Hayman Island - Blue Pearl Bay
A two-hour sail from the mainland, Blue Pearl Bay
on Hayman Island boasts some spectacular fringing reef. Snorkel
or Scuba Dive amongst the beautiful coral and colourful tropical
fish of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Blue Pearl Bay Maori Wrasse and Coral Trout
See beautiful fringing reef corals and thousands of
tropical fish in waist deep water just metres from the beach. For
the more adventurous, a short paddle brings you to spectacular coral
bommies and the largest Blue Pearl Bay residents like Maori Wrasse
and Coral Trout.
After about two hours exploring the bay guests are invited back
aboard Maxi Ragamuffin for a delicious buffet lunch, including cold
roast meats, gourmet salads and crusty bread rolls.
Whitsunday Passage
After lunch, there is usually time for a swim or a bit of sunbathing
before the crew set sail again for the return leg via the Whitsunday
Passage to Shute Harbour.
A fresh Queensland tropical fruit platter is served during the
return sail to the mainland.
19 (46) Noosa Heads
Noosa is a cosmopolitan and friendly place with a
laid-back holiday feel attracting scores of visitors every year.
For many, Noosa is the place when it comes to Queensland.
20 (79) The Coast Road, Cairns to Cooktown
The Coast Road runs from Cairns to Cooktown through the pristine
Daintree rainforest. As drives go this isn't half bad. You can look
forward to river crossings and picturesque waterways, magnificent
beaches & rugged mountains. You can also look forward to getting
stuck if you don't have a 4WD (or you aren't a passenger in someone
else’s). The bituman ends at Cape Trib.
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