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Ranked #1 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “A must see” 16/06/2013
- “Breathtaking” 10/06/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #2 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
Travellers' Choice® 2013 Winner
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- “Best beach I have ever seen” 11/06/2013
- “I quit” 02/06/2013
Category: Beaches
Uninhabited Whitsunday Island is home to this beautiful beach, one of the world's most spectacular.
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Ranked #3 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Harley's Crocodile cruise” 15/06/2013
- “Family adventure” 15/06/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Farms
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Located just 40 minutes north of Cairns and 25 minutes south of Port Douglas, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is simply the...
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Located just 40 minutes north of Cairns and 25 minutes south of Port Douglas, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is simply the best place to see crocodiles and local wildlife in Tropical North Queensland. With over 2100 metres of timber boardwalks and pathways leading you on a journey of discovery through woodlands and rainforest where you can see an array of wildlife, including beautiful tropical birds, reptiles, insects and other native fauna.Enjoy our entertaining and educational wildlife presentations including snakes, cassowaries, koalas, crocodiles, quolls and much more. Take a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon to see crocodiles and other wildlife on our melaleuca wetland. Learn about sustainable use and conservation on our Crocodile Farm tour. The newly opened Gondwana Gateway is an innovative addition to Hartley’s where you can learn about the evolution of Australian wildlife in a beautiful forest setting surrounded by living descendants of Australia’s ancient past. Enjoy a delicious snack in Lilies Restaurant overlooking Hartley’s Lagoon and find that perfect gift, including crocodile leather products, in the Paperbark Gift Shop. Open daily from 8:30am to 5:00pm, this multi-award winning eco-adventure attraction is located just 100 metres off the Captain Cook Highway on the spectacular scenic drive between Cairns and Port Douglas.
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Ranked #4 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Brilliant” 15/06/2013
- “excellent playground for kids ...” 13/06/2013
Category: Playgrounds
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Ranked #5 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Worth a trip to the Tablelands” 08/06/2013
- “Atherton tablelands” 19/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #6 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Best views” 14/06/2013
- “Great sunrise/sunset” 11/06/2013
Category: Lookouts; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #7 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Lovely way to spend a sunny afternoon” 18/06/2013
- “Really nice pool, very cool” 17/06/2013
Category: Water Parks; Beaches; Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Escape the summer heat at one of Cairns’ best known landmarks, the Esplanade Lagoon. Set on the Cairns foreshore overlooking...
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Escape the summer heat at one of Cairns’ best known landmarks, the Esplanade Lagoon. Set on the Cairns foreshore overlooking the Barrier Reef and Trinity Inlet, the 4800 sq metre saltwater swimming lagoon offers locals and tourists a year round safe swimming location. Saltwater is pumped from the inlet and filtered through a state of the art filtration system, to meet Australian Standards. The kids can enjoy the sandy edges, build sand castles and play in shallow water. On the other side of the Lagoon, visitors can lounge on the timber decks in moderate shade. Shady trees, landscaped gardens and open spaces all contribute to the leisurely atmosphere on the Esplanade The Lagoon is closed for cleaning every Wednesday from 6am - Midday.
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Ranked #8 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Wow love the youth specific area” 18/06/2013
- “Excellent boardwalk running along the...” 17/06/2013
Category: Trails
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Ranked #9 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Scenic” 17/06/2013
- “Wonderful foreshore” 15/06/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #10 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “great community facility” 09/06/2013
- “Nice Afternoon” 29/05/2013
Category: Beaches; Bodies of Water
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Ranked #11 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Breathtaking” 27/05/2013
- “Excellency at its PEAK.” 07/05/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #12 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Awesome!” 17/06/2013
- “Tropical Paradise” 17/06/2013
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #13 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “A must to swimming here..” 13/06/2013
- “Great quiet location” 10/06/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #14 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Worth the effort” 13/06/2013
- “Must see” 11/06/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #15 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Must put on the list.” 17/06/2013
- “False advertising .... The lunch venue...” 10/06/2013
Category: Golf Courses
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This par 71 course is located a short boat ride from Hamilton Island on nearby Dent Island. The course measures 6,120 metres...
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This par 71 course is located a short boat ride from Hamilton Island on nearby Dent Island. The course measures 6,120 metres (6692 yards) and is the only championship island golf course in Australia. The course has been designed by champion golfer, Peter Thomson, to challenge all levels of golf enthusiasts, from resort guests to professional golfers. The course may only be accessed via ferry from Hamilton Island Marina and bookings are essential.
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Ranked #16 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Sandblow” 18/05/2013
- “Get in before its Gone!!!” 14/05/2013
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Ranked #17 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “visit the zoo” 10/06/2013
- “Excellent range of animals in lovely s...” 07/06/2013
Category: Zoos; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Discover Australia's unique animals through hands-on experience in tropical surroundings.
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Ranked #18 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “A view” 15/06/2013
- “Lovely setting for weddings” 11/06/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #19 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Spectacular gardens” 10/04/2013
- “Just stunning!” 06/03/2013
Category: Gardens
When in Cairns one place to spend some time is the Cairns Botanical Gardens. If you have a couple of hours to fill in and didn't want to go shopping or spend money so decided to... more »
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Ranked #20 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Exciting” 01/06/2013
- “World Class Drive” 25/05/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #21 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Lovely” 14/05/2013
- “A hidden treasure” 04/04/2013
Category: Horseback Riding Stables
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Come and join us for a two hour horse ride through bushland down to horseshoe bay beach. Enjoy riding your horse bareback...
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Come and join us for a two hour horse ride through bushland down to horseshoe bay beach. Enjoy riding your horse bareback into the cool clear waters of the coral sea. We have horses to suit both total beginners and the more experienced so make a booking with us today. We ride twice a day everyday at 9am and 3pm bookings are essential and weight restrictions apply to keep our horses happy and healthy
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Ranked #22 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Nice place for a stroll” 18/06/2013
- “Paradise” 13/06/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #23 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Free public attraction must see” 11/06/2013
- “Quick visit” 24/04/2013
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #24 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Back to nature” 17/06/2013
- “A little bit of heaven” 08/06/2013
Category: Waterfalls
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Ranked #25 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Mission Beach” 19/05/2013
- “Lovely beach, nice view of the Family...” 18/05/2013
Category: Beaches
Mission Beach is a wonderful place to spend a few days relaxing on a glorious part of the coastline. If you are looking for more things to do and you have private transport then... more »
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Ranked #26 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Beautiful” 29/05/2013
- “awesome” 26/05/2013
Category: National Parks
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Ranked #27 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Great” 11/06/2013
- “Only good if you have small children” 07/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Visitors to this wildlife sanctuary can interact with many native animal species in three habitat areas: rainforest, eucalypt...
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Visitors to this wildlife sanctuary can interact with many native animal species in three habitat areas: rainforest, eucalypt forest and wetlands.
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Ranked #28 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “We had a fantastic time!” 18/06/2013
- “The caves were good” 16/06/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #29 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Interesting museum centrally located” 28/05/2013
- “Fascinating glimpse into Cairns before...” 25/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #30 of 158 attractions in Great Barrier Reef
- “Free water playground, had so much fun” 01/05/2013
- “Grandkids love the place” 07/03/2013
Category: Water Parks
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